Bomb Story: As important as contrasting colors are to The Hundreds design, we've also incorporated a lot of monochromatic and tonal prints throughout the brand's history. This started with the ""Nine"" T-shirt, which was offered in black-on-black and white-on-white to speak to the patrons of ours who wanted something bold and aggressive, yet understated and nuanced. | Background Story: Horizontal stripes, especially of the yarn-dyed variety, are a staple of The Hundreds' collection. Earlier on, they were derived from the surf knits and beachgoer patterns that graced the backs of Californians in the 1980s. Examples include Hang Ten, OP, Quiksilver, and Gotcha. In the following decade, independent skate brands and rave companies capitalized on stripes across boxy, baggy tops. Whether they're fatter stripes across neighborhood-sanctioned Charlie Browns or pinstripes across suiting or a baseball jersey, The Hundreds' stripes speak to a spectrum of subcultures.