Bandit’s Cherry Blossom Capsule Is Gone Faster Than Peak Bloom

What You Need To Know

Think Pink

There are a few things we consider to be guaranteed signs of spring here on the East Coast. One is, of course, the blooming of the cherry blossoms in Washington, DC. The sweeping fields of pink and white mean that the days are getting longer (and warmer), and that we’ll soon be able to pack up a lot of our running clothes for winter. Another is the endless stream of apparel launches, each one celebrating a spring race, a sunny place, or simply the fact that we can wear shorts again.

Sometimes, those two signs of spring intersect, usually surrounding the Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run, an iconic pre-Boston race that’s brought crowds to the capital every year for 53 years. This year, it’s Bandit’s turn to command the spotlight. The beloved Brooklyn-based brand has come south with a small, highly exclusive apparel capsule that you can only get during race weekend.

In true Bandit fashion, though, the pop-up is more than simply a storefront packed with tees and hoodies — it’s an ode to the beauty of renewal. It draws on Japanese traditions like kintsugi and ikebana, combining them with silhouettes like the Asics Superblast and specially curated music.

Catch It Before It’s Gone

As mentioned, the capsule is small and won’t be available for long. If you want to get your hands on any of the Cotton Tee ($55), NanoMesh Long Sleeve ($110), or Unisex Cropped Hoodie ($98), you’ll have just three days to do so. Bandit’s pop-up is at 1333 14th St NW in Washington, DC, and when sizes are gone, they’re gone.

If you miss out, though, there’s a little bit of good news: Bandit has more up its sleeve for the weekend. You can head to the pop-up at 4 pm on April 10 for a happy hour, 9 am on April 11 for a community shakeout run, and Bandit will have a post-race breakfast on April 12.