GU Unveils Vintage Style Neon Genesis Evangelion T-Shirt Collection
Anime fans have a stylish new way to show their love for the legendary series Neon Genesis Evangelion, thanks to a newly revealed apparel collaboration from popular clothing brand GU.
GU’s new Evangelion collaboration collection focuses on delivering a trendy, vintage aesthetic across a line of new graphic tees.
Originally broadcast in 1995, the groundbreaking anime forever changed the landscape of Japanese animation.
The series follows a group of young teenagers thrust into combat against mysterious beings known as Angels.
To protect humanity, they must pilot colossal bio-mechanical weapons called Evangelions.
The psychological depth and complex themes explored throughout the story have resonated deeply with viewers worldwide, cementing its status as a timeless masterpiece.
Over the decades, the beloved series has inspired numerous cinematic retellings and a massive amount of merchandise.
This new clothing line from GU perfectly captures the retro roots of the 1990s anime by utilizing a special vintage wash process.
The technique gives the fabric a comfortably worn and faded look, mimicking the highly sought after style of classic retro apparel.
The apparel line consists of four unique shirts highlighting the main cast and their iconic mecha units:
- Neon Genesis Evangelion Vintage Wash Main Visual T-Shirt
- Price: 1,990 yen (approx. $13 USD / £10 GBP)
A retro styled graphic tee featuring the iconic trio of pilots: Shinji Ikari, Asuka Langley Soryu, and Rei Ayanami.
- Neon Genesis Evangelion Vintage Wash Unit-01 T-Shirt
- Price: 1,990 yen (approx. $13 USD / £10 GBP)
A comfortably faded shirt highlighting the iconic purple and green mecha piloted by the main protagonist.
- Neon Genesis Evangelion Vintage Wash Unit-02 T-Shirt
- Price: 1,990 yen (approx. $13 USD / £10 GBP)
A stylishly distressed top showcasing the striking red Evangelion unit known for its fierce combat capabilities.
- Neon Genesis Evangelion Vintage Wash Rei and Unit-00 T-Shirt
- Price: 1,990 yen (approx. $13 USD / £10 GBP)
A white shirt featuring an image of Rei Ayanami and Evangelion Unit-00.
The entire vintage inspired clothing lineup is scheduled to launch on Monday, June 22, 2026.
Fans can purchase the collection directly through official GU retail stores or via the brand’s online store.
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