Manchester-based label Drama Call has released the second collaboration with Mancunian rapper Aitch. The release comprises a Drama Call and Aitch-designed tracksuit in a black and red colorway. The tracksuit features an all-black design contrasted by dark red ‘drama’ branding across the front, accompanied by the rapper’s Smiley logo on top. The same design can be spotted on the thigh area of the sweatpants, tying together these casual and cozy pieces.
The campaign visuals feature the rapper in the aforementioned tracksuit, posing in front of a beverage and cooler fridge and standing on the side of a city street. Affectionately named the "heaviest in the game" by Drama Call’s owner Charlie Bows, the hoodie and sweatpants duo is one kilo in weight.
The Aitch x Drama Call tracksuit launches on the former’s website on August 4.
Rapper-Backed Heavy Tracksuits
Aitch x Drama Call Reveal a Black and Red Tracksuit for Second Drop
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