BEHIND THE STITCH: ALANI
June 21, 2024
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Atlanta rapper Latto is ushering in a fresh dose of early-2000s nostalgia with a new collaboration with Apple Bottoms, timed in celebration of the one-year anniversary of her Sugar Honey Iced Tea album. Announced across her social channels, the exclusive 16-piece capsule brings a modern spin to retro hip-hop fashion, now available online.
The collection offers a vibrant lineup packed with Y2K staples: cheetah-print velour tracksuits, low-rise cheetah pants, rhinestone-adorned tube tops, and the label’s iconic OG Mid Rise Skinny Jeans, perfect for fall layers . With animal prints, rhinestones, and embroidered logos that echo Apple Bottoms’ early signature style, the capsule bridges legacy appeal and Latto’s contemporary flair.
Apple Bottoms originally emerged in 2003 as a trailblazer for inclusive denim and Black femininity. With this reunion, the brand reclaims its heritage during a broader Y2K resurgence, and who better to lead the charge than Latto, a modern icon of Southern rap? Her personal connection to the brand, having worn its shorts on her album cover, adds emotional depth to the collaboration; it’s both a cultural revival and a personal statement.
Prices range from $30 for basic pieces to $108 for statement jackets, ensuring accessibility across her fanbase
