Y-3
Hidden Pocket Panelled Long Shirt
CA$375.00CAD
In Stock
This is a men's long-sleeved shirt from the adidas Y-3 collaboration with Yohji Yamamoto, made of 100% cotton poplin with a long, relaxed fit. It features a point collar, hidden zip closure, piped pocket and flap pocket, small side vents, a tonal Y-3 logo at the back, and layered rectangular hem panels creating a tunic-like silhouette. It is suitable for casual wear.
- Material
- 100% cotton light poplin
- Gender
- male
- Style
- experimental, relaxed-fit, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
BlackOff White
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Avant-garde long shirt with tunic silhouette, relaxed fit, and unique pocket details from Y-3.
Hidden zip closure, piped and flap pockets, side vents, tone-on-tone logo at back.
- Material
- 100% cotton light poplin
- Style
- experimental, relaxed-fit, minimal
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- tunic design
- open panel construction
- eccentric pockets
- 100% cotton light poplin fabric
- long relaxed fit
- point collar
- hidden zip closure
- piped pocket and flap pocket
- small side vents
- tone-on-tone logo at back
- avant-garde aesthetic
- Yohji Yamamoto collaboration
Product Insights
Y-3's Hidden Pocket Panelled Long Shirt is a direct inheritor of the brand's 2002 debut as the first high-fashion sportswear collaboration, born from Yohji Yamamoto's taboo-free creative freedom after Nike declined and Adidas accepted. This avant-garde-sportswear union manifests in the shirt's extreme proportions: an elongated tunic silhouette with panelled side vents, intentionally unconventional. The design prioritises subtle details over overt branding—a slow-burn cult philosophy—with hidden pockets that include a non-functional zip, a piped pocket for essentials, and a secure flap pocket. The sizing tradeoff: same as the Y-3 jacket for an oversized fit or size down for a closer one.
Verified claims
- Design heritage
- Y-3 debuted in October 2002 as the first high-fashion sportswear collaboration.
- Design freedom
- Shirt's unconventional features are direct output of Yamamoto's creative freedom in Y-3.
- Brand heritage
- Y-3's origin and hyphen symbolize the avant-garde-sportswear union that this shirt inherits.
- Blueprint influence
- Y-3 directly inspired later designer-sportswear collaborations like Raf Simons and Rick Owens.
- Creative freedom
- Y-3 gives Yohji Yamamoto taboos-free creative freedom, enabling avant-garde features.
- Brand mythology
- Yohji Yamamoto pitched Nike first; Nike declined; Adidas accepted, birthing Y-3.
- Design philosophy
- Y-3's 'slow-burn cult' philosophy prioritises subtle design details over overt branding.
- Silhouette
- The elongated tunic fit and panelled side vents create a draped silhouette beyond standard shirt length.
- Brand origin
- Y-3 debuted in Paris in 2002 after Nike passed, pioneering the designer-sportswear genre.
- Sizing
- Same size as Y-3 jacket for oversized fit; size down for a closer fit.
- Design intent
- Extreme proportions are an intentional avant-garde design choice.
- Design lineage
- Silhouette design draws from Y-3's 2002 debut: taboo-free creative freedom.
- Pockets
- Hidden zip is not a pocket; piped pocket fits a phone or wallet; flap pocket is secure and larger.
Product record
- Title
- Hidden Pocket Panelled Long Shirt
- Brand
- Y-3
- Price
- 375 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Y-3’s cultural impact and collaboration heritage
- Yamamoto famously reached out to Nike first with his vision for fashion-infused sportswear, and they turned him down — a misstep that gave Adidas one of its most enduring cultural assets, and adds a layer of insider lore to every Y-3 garment.
- The name Y-3 encodes its philosophy: 'Y' for Yohji, '3' for the Three Stripes, and the hyphen representing a 'seismic union' of design and performance — a rare instance where a brand name carries conceptual weight that enhances the perceived intellectual value of every piece.
- Yamamoto has stated that while his mainline has 'many boundaries and rules,' in Y-3 he works 'without any taboos' — meaning this shirt, with its unusual panelled silhouette and hidden pocket, is an unfiltered expression of his purest creative freedom.
- Unlike collaborations built on limited drops and resale hype, Y-3 has cultivated a 'slow-burn cult' that values ideas over novelty, and Yamamoto himself calls the brand 'a child born of two parents with an incredibly different DNA' — a sentiment that aligns with this shirt's subtle, considered details rather than loud branding.
- Y-3's first collection walked the Paris runway in October 2002, marking the birth of the high-fashion sportswear collaboration genre — this panelled long shirt inherits the DNA of that seminal moment when Yamamoto's avant-garde tailoring merged with Adidas's athletic identity.
- Y-3's success directly paved the way for subsequent fashion-sport partnerships like Raf Simons x Adidas and Rick Owens x Adidas — wearing a Y-3 shirt connects the buyer to the origin of the entire modern movement that blurred runway tailoring and streetwear.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Left three-quarter view of a long, panelled black shirt on a model showing a pointed collar, long sleeves with button cuffs, a concealed-front placket, and layered rectangular hem panels extending below waist.
- Overall silhouetteLong, loose-fitting shirt with a straight, boxy body that extends below the hips and falls in layered rectangular panels at the front and sides.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.82 (high) - CollarSmall pointed shirt collar with a narrow stand, lying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Front placketFront placket appears mostly concealed with a smooth outer panel; a single visible button near the chest area and seam lines running vertically down the front.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.14 · w 0.20 · h 0.46 (medium) - Sleeves and cuffsLong set-in sleeves with slight gathers at the shoulder seam and single-button barrel cuffs with visible button and cuff seam.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high) - Panelled hem detailMultiple layered rectangular fabric panels form an asymmetric-looking hem with one panel overlapping another, visible at center front and lower left side.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight woven fabric with a smooth, slightly matte finish and subtle natural creasing where it drapes and folds.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a cropped male model from neck to mid-thigh against a plain white background with even studio lighting and soft shadowing to the left and below.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter left side view of a standing model cropped at mid-thigh; torso and left arm are fully visible while the head is partially visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven white studio background with soft, diffuse lighting producing gentle shadows and minimal specular highlights on fabric.
- Visible non-product clothingBlack trousers worn by the model are visible below the shirt hem and are not part of the observed product.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.60 · h 0.22 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well focused image with natural skin tone rendering and clear textile detail.
Colors
deep black· shirt main fabric#0E0D13- Overall silhouetteLong, loose-fitting shirt with a straight, boxy body that extends below the hips and falls in layered rectangular panels at the front and sides.
- 02
Product
Long black panelled button-up shirt with pointed collar, long sleeves with button cuffs, a single visible chest pocket, and multiple layered rectangular hem panels extending past the hips.
- Overall silhouetteLong straight-cut shirt extending below the hips with additional rectangular layered panels at the lower hem producing a tiered look.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.53 · h 0.60 (medium) - Collar and placketPointed shirt collar with a central front placket; top of placket lies flat and some buttons are concealed by the placket fold.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.03 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high) - Chest pocketSingle left-side chest pocket with a visible buttoned flap aligned with the placket area.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.19 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve and cuffLong set-in sleeves with single-button barrel cuffs; sleeve on model's left arm is extended and shows natural creasing at elbow and forearm.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.34 (high) - Hem panelsMultiple rectangular overlapping hem panels forming visible tiers; edges are straight and hang freely below main shirt body.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.45 · w 0.38 · h 0.22 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte woven fabric with subtle creasing and soft drape visible along body and sleeves.
Other
Studio full-body shot of a standing model against a plain light background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows; image cropped to show torso, legs and shoes.
- Model and poseMale model shown in three-quarter profile walking pose with right arm slightly forward and left arm relaxed by side.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.00 · w 0.90 · h 1.00 (medium) - Background and lightingUniform light gray to white studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal visible shadowing under the feet.
- Visible other garmentsLoose black trousers and black sneakers with white laces and white soles are visible but are not described as part of the product section.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.58 · w 0.68 · h 0.38 (high)
Colors
deep black· shirt body#0E0D13- Overall silhouetteLong straight-cut shirt extending below the hips with additional rectangular layered panels at the lower hem producing a tiered look.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long, straight-cut black long-sleeve shirt on a model with a small tonal Y-3 logo centered on the upper back below the yoke seam.
- Overall silhouetteLong, straight-panelled shirt extending below the hips with a gently rounded hem at the back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - Upper back yokeHorizontal yoke seam runs across the upper back just below the collar, creating a panelled construction.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high) - CollarClassic shirt collar seen from the rear, laying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.04 · w 0.21 · h 0.08 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsLong set-in sleeves with single-button cuffs; sleeves are straight with light creasing.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high) - Side panel seams / hidden pocket areaSubtle vertical seams or paneling along the sides that suggest insertion points; lower side seam area slightly open where hand nears pocket region on the left side (model right).Partial
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (medium); x 0.16 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte-woven fabric with minimal surface texture and soft natural drape; faint vertical creases visible.
- Back logo“Small tonal 'Y-3' logo printed or heat-applied centered on the upper back just below the yoke seam.”
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.13 · w 0.08 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot on a standing model against a plain light background; even diffuse lighting with soft shadows; image cropped to show torso and upper legs.
- Model presenceMale model shown from the rear with hands relaxed at sides; lower head and neck partially visible.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.80 · h 0.40 (high) - Background and lightingPlain, even light gray to white studio background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal directional shadow.
- Image crop and framingImage framed to show full back of shirt down to upper thighs; pants visible at bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
black· main body#0E0D13very dark gray· back logo#1A191F- Overall silhouetteLong, straight-panelled shirt extending below the hips with a gently rounded hem at the back.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- How does the 'long relaxed fit' compare to a standard Y-3 size? Is the body length significantly longer than a regular shirt?
- Yes, the 'long relaxed fit' is designed to be significantly longer than a standard shirt. The product describes it as a tunic design, meaning the body length extends well below the waist and is meant to be worn as an oversized, avant-garde piece. The fit is relaxed overall, not just in length.
- What is the size and intended use of the hidden pocket? Can it securely hold a phone or wallet?
- The shirt features a hidden zip closure (not a pocket), a piped pocket, and a flap pocket. The piped pocket is smaller and could hold a phone or wallet, but exact dimensions are not provided. The flap pocket is larger and more secure. Both should accommodate everyday items, but we recommend trying them on for fit.
- Does the panel detail on the sides lay flat or create a flared silhouette in real life compared to the product photo?
- The shirt has small side vents and a relaxed fit, which may create a slight flared silhouette when worn, especially given the tunic length. The product photos show the intended drape, and the side vents allow for movement without excessive flare. Without customer reviews, we cannot confirm exactly how it lays on different body types.
- For someone who wears a size M in Y-3 jackets, would they take the same size in this shirt, or does the relaxed fit require sizing down?
- The shirt has a long relaxed fit, so if you prefer a similar oversized look as your Y-3 jacket, the same size M should work. However, if you want a closer fit, you could consider sizing down. We recommend checking the size chart or trying both sizes for the preferred silhouette.