The three creative minds behind Taipei online retailer NE.SENSE took a leap and launched a brand under the name of Necessity Sense. They are three brothers that aim to go beyond the garments themselves to tackle contemporary unspoken cultural issues, and bring a positive force into them. By the means of storytelling and with garments as their main tool, they want the brand to speak about personal stories, cultural issues and Taiwanese culture. Take a look at the editorial below, shot by Julien Boudet, featuring brands the store carries and also Necessity Sense’s pieces, which are inspired and influenced by the mix of Western modernisation and Eastern tradition.
Jacket MARNI, Vest MAISON MARGIELA, Trousers NECESSITY SENSE, Cap MUET, Accessories NECESSITY SENSE
Knit vest and Turtleneck MAISON MARGIELA, Shirt NECESSITY SENSE, Trousers NECESSITY SENSE, Chain NECESSITY SENSE
(Left) Suit MARNI, Shirt NECESSITY SENSE, Trousers NECESSITY SENSE, Hat SONGFORTHEMUTE, Chain NECESSITY SENSE
Jacket SONGFORTHEMUTE, Suit, Trousers and Accessories NECESSITY SENSE
Turtleneck MASION MARGIELA, Boxy Shirt CMMN SWDN, Zip Shirt NECESSITY SENSE, Shorts MASION MARGIELA, Cap MUET, Chain NECESSITY SENSE
Silk Shirt NECESSITY SENSE, Knit Vest MASION MARGIELA, Trousers MARNI, Key Chain and Necklace NECESSITY SENSE
Jacket NECESSITY SENSE, Silk Shirt MAISON MARGIELA, Tee OFF-WHITE, Trousers MARNI, Accessories NECESSITY SENSE
Knit Vest and Shirt MAISON MARGIELA, Hoodie DUST, Trousers NECESSITY SENSE, Waistbag MAISON MARGIELA
T-Shirt MARTINE ROSE, Turtleneck MAISON MARGIELA, Trousers NECESSITY SENSE, Neckband MAISON MARGIELA
Coat NECESSITY SENSE, Hoodie MARTINE ROSE, Shorts MAISON MARGIELA, Neckband MAISON MARGIELA
Photography JULIEN BOUDET
Styling MICHAEL F. HSIEH
Model MARLEY CAMACHO