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An exceptional early Y-3 archive piece from the brand's formative years under Yohji Yamamoto.

This messenger bag is an adidas SAMPLE produced in August 2005, corresponding to the development period of the Y-3 Spring/Summer 2006 collection. The design matches the messenger bag featured on the SS06 Y-3 runway, making this a highly collectible early production sample from one of the brand's most celebrated eras.

Unlike standard retail examples, this bag carries an original adidas SAMPLE label together with factory production tags, documenting its origin as a pre-production piece created during the collection's development.

The oversized asymmetric silhouette, technical construction and understated branding perfectly capture the minimalist sportswear philosophy that established Y-3 as one of the most influential collaborations in contemporary fashion.

A rare opportunity for archive collectors, Yohji Yamamoto enthusiasts and serious Y-3 collectors.

Brand: Y3

Model / Line: Y3 Messenger Bag

Exact Year: August 2005

Material: Technical Nylon with Synthetic Leather Trim

Color: Beige / Khaki

Origin: Adidas Sample Production

Closure Type: Flap Closure with Adjustable Compression Straps

Style: Archive, Techwear, Messenger Bag, Utility

Gender: Unisex

Size: One Size

Production Details:
Work #: Y3S6BA0140
Art #: 454329
Factory: A43008
Date: AUG. 05
Adidas Sample Tag Present

✨ Features

• Authentic Y3 Yohji Yamamoto for Adidas messenger bag

• Rare Adidas Sample production piece

• Exact production date August 2005

• Large embroidered Y3 logo on flap

• Technical nylon shell construction

• Adjustable shoulder strap

• Multiple interior organizer compartments

• Exterior zip pocket on flap

• Side zip utility pocket

• Compression strap fastening system

• Archive Yohji Yamamoto era design

• Rare early Y3 accessory from the brand's formative years

📦 Condition

Very good vintage condition.

The bag remains structurally excellent with no tears or repairs.

There are a few light marks inside the main compartment from storage and previous handling, as shown in the photographs. These are purely cosmetic and do not affect functionality.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the item description.

This is an authentic archive piece and an increasingly difficult Y-3 sample to find.

✅ Check photos for full condition details.

Light wear consistent with age and use. Minor signs of wear and light marks may be present on the exterior. Interior remains clean and functional. Hardware, zippers, and strap operate properly.

📏 Flat Measurements (approx.)

Size: One Size

Height: 38 cm / 14.96 in

Width: 46 cm / 18.11 in

Depth: 11 cm / 4.33 in

📝 Extra Description

This Y3 messenger bag is an exceptional archive piece from the early collaboration between Yohji Yamamoto and Adidas. Produced as a sample in August 2005, it comes from the period that helped establish Y3 as one of the most influential luxury sportswear labels in fashion history. The technical construction, oversized messenger silhouette, and understated branding perfectly reflect the fusion of Japanese avant garde design and athletic functionality. Large enough for daily use, travel, or work, it combines practicality with highly collectible archive appeal. Early Y3 accessories with sample tags are considerably harder to find than standard production pieces.

👜 How to Wear

Pair it with cargo pants, technical outerwear, wide leg trousers, sneakers, or avant garde layering pieces for a classic Y3 aesthetic. The neutral khaki color integrates effortlessly into techwear, archive fashion, and contemporary streetwear wardrobes. Ideal for commuting, travel, university, or everyday carry.

🏛 Brand History

Y3 was launched in 2002 through the collaboration between legendary Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto and Adidas. The project pioneered the fusion of luxury fashion and performance sportswear long before such collaborations became common in the industry. Yohji's avant garde design philosophy combined with Adidas technical expertise created a new category of fashion that influenced countless brands over the following decades. Early Y3 collections from the mid 2000s are particularly important because they established the visual language that would define modern designer sportswear. Archive Y3 pieces from this era are highly sought after by collectors due to their innovative design, limited production, and historical significance within contemporary fashion.

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