20 Minimalist Menswear Brands Like A.P.C.

Ranked by brand similarity

We compared 20 brands similar to A.P.C. on fit, price and aesthetic — 8 cheaper and 1 more premium, led by Our Legacy and Auralee.

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A man wearing a brown A.P.C. outfit which includes shorts, a short-sleeve button up under a long-sleeve button up and a bag

If you're a fan of A.P.C., you may also appreciate brands like Acne Studios, Our Legacy, and Auralee, which share a commitment to contemporary styles and exquisite craftsmanship. These brands embody the luxurious ethos that A.P.C. is known for, offering a variety of premium fabrics and tailored silhouettes. Whether you're looking for minimalist designs or relaxed fits, there are many options that maintain the same sophisticated aesthetic that A.P.C. presents. Explore these brands for your next fashion investment.

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A man in a brown fluffy Our Legacy cardigan with a matching brown turtleneck and black pants holding a black bag
#1

Our Legacy

Contemporary$$$ · Similar priceStockholm, Sweden · est. 2005Made in Portugal

Founder-led Stockholm ready-to-wear label known for custom-developed fabrics, reworked wardrobe staples and its upcycled Our Legacy Work Shop line.

Why it's similar. Both brands take a contemporary approach with tailored fits and a minimalist aesthetic using premium materials.

What changes. More experimental cuts and Scandinavian styling

On saleUp to 70% off at SSENSE, Lost & Found and 2 more.See sales →
A man with long hair wearing a beige Auralee overshirt on top of a light brown blazer along with a turtle neck & brown pants
#2

Auralee

Contemporary$$$$ · More premiumTokyo, Japan · est. 2015

Independent Tokyo label by Ryota Iwai, building relaxed menswear and womenswear around custom-developed Japanese textiles and muted colour.

Why it's similar. Both brands are rooted in contemporary fashion with a premium touch, focusing on high-quality natural materials and relaxed fits.

On saleUp to 50% off at Lost & Found, END. and 1 more.See sales →
A man wearing a mfpen blue button-up colored sweater
#3

mfpen

Contemporary$$$ · CheaperCopenhagen, Denmark · est. 2015Made in Portugal, Italy

Copenhagen menswear label by Sigurd Bank, reworking classic tailoring in relaxed silhouettes using deadstock and recycled European fabrics.

Why it's similar. Mfpen’s minimalist, relaxed tailoring fits well with A.P.C.’s design ethos.

What changes. Tailoring-led rather than denim-anchored

On saleUp to 70% off at SSENSE, END. and 1 more.See sales →

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A man wearing a long light brown trench coat with matching pants and Oatmeal Sweatshirt along with New Balance Dad Shoes
#4

Norse Projects

$$$ · CheaperCopenhagen, Denmark · est. 2004Made in Portugal, Italy

Copenhagen label blending streetwear, workwear and Scandinavian minimalism, known for clean silhouettes and technical GORE-TEX outerwear.

What changes. More technical and casual, less denim heritage

On saleUp to 70% off at Lost & Found, END. and 1 more.See sales →
A man wearing an all over printed Acne Studios jacket with a colorful sweater underneath along with a scarf and brown bag
#5

Acne Studios

Contemporary$$$$ · Similar priceStockholm, Sweden · est. 1996Made in Italy

Stockholm fashion house founded in 1996 by Jonny Johansson, known for oversized tailoring, mohair knitwear, denim and the Musubi bag.

Why it's similar. Both brands emphasize contemporary styles with a focus on premium natural materials and tailored silhouettes.

What changes. Louder, fashion-forward oversizing and higher price

On saleUp to 70% off at END., SSENSE and 1 more.See sales →
A man wearing a black Sunspel t-shirt with jeans
#6

Sunspel

Contemporary$$ · Similar priceLong Eaton, United Kingdom · est. 1860Made in Portugal, England

British maker of plain, high-quality cotton and merino basics — T-shirts, polos and underwear — with its T-shirts still sewn at its own Long Eaton factory.

Why it's similar. Sunspel shares a similar aesthetic to A.P.C. with a strong focus on high-quality basics and minimalist design.

What changes. Narrow basics range, no denim or bags

On saleUp to 42% off at Brooklyn Tailors and Blue Paradise Limited.See sales →
A man wearing a brown checkered Oliver Spencer trench coat, a white turtleneck, green pants and black boots
#7

Oliver Spencer

Contemporary$$$ · CheaperLondon, United Kingdom · est. 2002Made in UK

London menswear label from tailor Oliver Spencer, making relaxed suiting, workwear jackets and knitwear from British and Italian fabrics.

Why it's similar. Oliver Spencer matches A.P.C. in contemporary style and premium quality with a focus on tailoring.

A man wearing A Kind of Guise green wool sweatshirt and a green corduroy pants with black shoes
#8

A Kind of Guise

Travel wardrobe$$$ · CheaperMunich, Germany · est. 2009

Munich menswear label founded in 2009, known for relaxed tailoring, overshirts and fine knitwear built around travel-inspired seasonal collections.

Why it's similar. Yasar Ceviker and Susi Streich started A Kind of Guise in Munich in 2009, building travel-themed collections of overshirts, relaxed tailoring and fine knitwear made largely in Europe.

On saleUp to 50% off at END.See sales →
A man wearing a Barena coat murata caramal navy
#9

Barena

Contemporary$$$ · Similar priceVenice, Italy · est. 1961

Venice-based Italian label applying sartorial fabrics to relaxed, workwear-inflected tailoring for men and women.

Why it's similar. Barena Venezia combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design, similar to A.P.C.

What changes. Italian soft tailoring, not denim casual

A man in a sunlit room wearing a Wings+Horns short sleeve striped button up and navy blue shorts
#10

Wings+horns

Contemporary$$$$ · Similar priceVancouver, Canada · est. 2004

Wings+horns is a Vancouver, Canada-based men’s apparel brand that designs that manufactures its products in-house. The designs combine Pacific Northwest modernity and Japanese discipline and detail.

Why it's similar. Both brands share a commitment to contemporary fashion using high-quality materials and modern designs.

A man wearing a navy blue turtleneck sweatshirt with the sleeves rolled up
#12

Margaret Howell

$$$$ · Similar priceLondon, United Kingdom · est. 1970Made in UK

British designer label making relaxed shirting, tailoring and knitwear in traditional UK fabrics, run from London since 1970 and majority-owned since 1990 by Japan's Anglobal, part of TSI Holdings.

On saleUp to 65% off at Lost & Found, Rooney and 1 more.See sales →
A man wearing FRAME jacquard relaxed tee in off white
#14

FRAME

$$$ · CheaperLos Angeles, United States · est. 2012Made in USA, Europe

Los Angeles label founded in 2012, known for premium denim and pared-back ready-to-wear blending California ease with European tailoring.

A person wearing a black and khaki deconstructed belted ssstein trench coat with black leather boots
#16

ssstein

$$$Tokyo, Japan · est. 2016

Tokyo label by Kiichiro Asakawa making genderless, minimal tailoring and wardrobe staples in unusual Japanese fabrics with quietly deconstructed silhouettes.

On saleUp to 50% off at Namu Shop, SSENSE and 1 more.See sales →
A man wearing a puffy blue Kestin jacket with a black beanie
#20

Kestin

$$$Edinburgh, United Kingdom · est. 2014Made in Portugal

Edinburgh menswear label founded in 2014 by Kestin Hare, reworking workwear, military and outdoor staples in durable, function-led fabrics.

Why it's similar. Kestin shares A.P.C.'s focus on long-lasting, unbranded wardrobe staples at a similar mid-high price, but swaps Parisian raw denim minimalism for Scottish workwear, military and outdoor fabrications.

On saleUp to 55% off at END.See sales →
How we ranked these

Disco ranks brand alternatives using style overlap, category overlap, price tier, fit, colour palette, and cultural context. Read the full methodology →

Compare all 20 at a glance
#BrandBest forPrice
1Our LegacyContemporarySimilar
2AuraleeContemporaryMore premium
3mfpenContemporaryCheaper
4Norse ProjectsCheaper
5Acne StudiosContemporarySimilar
6SunspelContemporarySimilar
7Oliver SpencerContemporaryCheaper
8A Kind of GuiseTravel wardrobeCheaper
9BarenaContemporarySimilar
10Wings+hornsContemporarySimilar
11NN07Cheaper
12Margaret HowellSimilar
13RainsCheaper
14FRAMECheaper
15Awake NYCheaper
16sssteinSimilar
17NanamicaSimilar
18Jil SanderSimilar
19Selected HommeSimilar
20KestinSimilar
Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What brand is most similar to A.P.C.?

Acne Studios is the most similar brand, offering contemporary styles crafted with premium materials and tailored silhouettes that reflect A.P.C.'s aesthetic.

Cheaper alternatives to A.P.C.

If you're looking for more affordable options, consider brands like mfpen, Norse Projects, and BCBGMAXAZRIA, which offer similar styles at mid-range prices.

Is Acne Studios better than A.P.C.?

Acne Studios offers a wider range of eclectic materials and unique style options, appealing to those who value contemporary twists, although A.P.C. is often preferred for classic luxury basics.

What is A.P.C. known for?

A.P.C. is celebrated for its stylish everyday basics with a luxurious touch, known for its minimalist designs and high-quality fabrics that provide timeless elegance.

Brands like A.P.C. but more affordable

For budget-friendly alternatives with similar aesthetics, consider mfpen and Norse Projects, both offering contemporary looks at more accessible price points.

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