"Acne" 90's-10's open-back long-sleeve shirt

"Acne"

Late 90s-10s open-back long-sleeve shirt

From the creative collective rooted in Sweden, Acne has fused Nordic minimalism with an experimental sensibility. We are pleased to introduce this remarkable piece featuring a rigorously constructed design.

While it is anchored by a neat regular-collar shirt silhouette, this piece creates a vivid contrast between the front and the way it looks from behind by introducing a bold opening at the center of the back and a fine tying cord.

Made in an off-white fabric with a subtle warmth, it features fine weaves and a restrained sheen. The light, airy drape of the sheer material combines with a soft, fluid fall, adding delicate nuance to the clean, polished appearance of the shirt. Even the four-hole buttons in an off-white tone—kept intentionally minimal—blend harmoniously without disrupting the overall sense of restraint.

The silhouette is designed with a straight, slightly relaxed balance: a longer length and a body width with comfortable ease. The shoulder seams naturally follow the body, and the rounded hem forms a flowing line even when viewed from the side. As a shirt worn on its own, it maintains an elegant equilibrium, and even when styled as a light outer layer, the proportions remain refined.

The back—its defining feature—is constructed to open long from the neckline down toward the hem, paired with a fine cord made from the same fabric. Because the degree of opening and the overlap of the fabric can be adjusted by how it is tied, the look can change beautifully according to the wearer’s sensibility: from a sensual styling that reveals a glimpse of skin to layered outfits that let you enjoy color coordination with an inner piece. Truly, it is an exceptional point.

At the collar, rather than the current Acne Studios branding, it is accompanied by a woven label featuring the older design: the word Acne alone set in serif lettering, along with size 34. Considering the brand’s labeling transitions and the shift from early specifications developed after its establishment in 1996, this piece is also something you can appreciate as an example from the late 1990s to the early 2010s—an archival-piece value all its own.

From the front, it is a universal white shirt. Yet, the moment you turn around, a sculptural individuality emerges. The design is ideal for those who wish to bring a quiet sense of incongruity into everyday wear, or for anyone who wants to express their style through silhouette and structure without relying on excessive embellishment. It is a remarkable piece that naturally brings the experimental spirit of the former Acne into a modern wardrobe.

Paired with wide slacks, it creates a composed, mode-like style that highlights the design at the back. And by layering a tank top or a slim dress underneath, you can enjoy a layered look with depth—from the texture to the colors visible through the opening.

We invite you to take advantage of this opportunity.