Checks Downtown

The Ceasefire Palestine Fundraiser t-shirts are available to preorder now until 18/9. They retail for $69 and come in sizes XS to 5XL. A premium heavyweight 230GSM t-shirt with a boxy fit has been used. Once the order window is closed, printing will commence, and orders will be fulfilled within four weeks.
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ALL proceeds will be split evenly between Palestine Children’s Fund () and Medical Aid for Palestinians () to support their work in Gaza.
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A special thank you to for the beautiful artwork and for amplifying this message. And to Nadine , Heba , Yasmine and Chloe , Avigail , Suveen for lending their time to this powerful imagery, and organisation.
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Presenting the second Palestine Fundraising effort by , featuring an original T-shirt design. This kaupapa is equally as critical now as it was when the first T-shirt was designed.
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The tees will be available to pre-order from this Saturday, 3/9, at 10 a.m. until 18/9. They retail for $69 and come in sizes XS to 5XL. A premium heavyweight 230GSM t-shirt with a boxy fit has been used. Once the order window is closed, printing will commence, and orders will be fulfilled within four weeks.
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ALL proceeds will be split evenly between Palestine Children’s Fund () and Medical Aid for Palestinians () to support their work in Gaza.
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A special thank you to for the beautiful artwork and for amplifying this message. And to Nadine , Heba , Yasmine and Chloe, Avigail , Suveen for lending their time to this powerful imagery, and organisation.
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We’re mutual fans of each other so it’s only right we sat down to chop it up. A short series of question with is now live on the journal.
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From the role of style in parliament, to a day well spent in the capital. Link to read our interview in the Checks bio.

ARCHIVE SALE ONLINE NOW 📢

Big news for those looking to shop the Archive Sale online, all remaining stock is available for purchase via our webstore.

Priced to move! 🏃‍♂️💨

Jazz, Toby, Gram, Nicole, Loz, Christabel, and Tesi for Checks C01 24 Tees and Sweats.
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Dropping this Saturday 08/06 11 am NZST, 9 am AEST 📍

Some crew favourites from the Archive Sale! These gems are available with sizes remaining and are still restocked daily.
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Open for one final week at 215 Karangahape Road from Tuesday–Saturday, 11am–5pm.

ICYMI, if you spend $200 or more between both our store locations, the Archive Sale at 215 K Rd, and the Sample Sale at our Flagship store on Pitt St, we’ll give you a free Classic Tee :)
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We’re restocking every day to make sure there’s plenty for you to choose from and make the trip worth your while. Prices range from $20–$150. We’d love to see ya 👋

Our pop-up store is open at 8 Kent Street, Newmarket. We’ll be here for two weeks Wed–Sun 10am – 5pm.

Current season, archive sale items, samples. Come through to check out the new spot! 👋

We caught up with funnyman Joe Daymond to chat about his journey in comedy and what’s on the horizon for him. An exciting time as he sets his sights between the US, Australia, and here in Aotearoa.
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Head to our journal to see the full interview, link in bio.

Our January delivery will be available this Thursday 18/01 4pm NZST⁣ 2pm AEST online, and in-store this Saturday.
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Jono is 182cm and wears size L throughout.
Mahalia is 174cm and wears size S throughout.
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If you have any questions regarding sizing or general info send us a DM!
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It’s hard to imagine wanting to wear anything other than shorts right now, we’ve got a mix of options across different lengths, materials, and washes. Including our denim rugby shorts which have been fully restocked along with all other styles from the range.
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All styles are available now in-store and online. Our Pitt Street Flagship is open all week until Sunday 24–Dec for gift and summer getaway purchases ☀️

We have extended shop hours this week at our Pitt Street Flagship store to maximise your gift-collecting opportunity.
Swipe to the second slide for our hours 👉
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If you have any questions, send us a DM!

We will have extended store hours at our Pitt Street Flagship for the month of December starting this week.

Thurs 7–Sat 9 11am–5pm
Wed 13–Sat 16 11am–5pm
Wed 20–Sun 24 11am–5pm

Our summer collection, Canterbury of NZ collaboration, and Duck Island ice cream sandwiches are all available in-store.

We couldn’t create a tee without an ice cream too.
A limited edition ice cream sandwich will only be available exclusively from Check’s Auckland Flagship store, 84 Pitt St in Tāmaki Makaurau. It’s a matcha heavy delight made to meet the Checks team’s matcha-loving tastes.
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Matcha ice cream made with organic matcha powder, sandwiched between two black cocoa cookies and dipped in matcha white chocolate.
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Available until it’s gone (in-store only)!

Checks Downtown & Duck Island are coming together over a mutual love of finely crafted ice cream and t-shirts.
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To celebrate, an original illustration has been created by Daemon Rose, featuring a hand-drawn rendition of Duck Island’s Takapuna store.
We’ve created a short-sleeve and long-sleeved version, melding both brand’s fun-loving and whimsical styles. 100% cotton, designed and silkscreen printed in Tāmaki Makaurau.
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Short sleeve tees are available in-store at Checks as well as online at Checks Downtown and Duck Island.
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Long-sleeve tees exclusively available at Duck Island’s online store.

Duck Island x Checks Downtown dropping tomorrow…

PALESTINE FUNDRAISER T-SHIRT

It’s not in our nature to stay silent when something we feel is wrong is going on in the world, for right or wrong we don’t view what we do as simply making clothes.

To that end we aim to use our platform in the best way that we can, a t-shirt can be a powerful way to spread a message. We believe that an immediate and permanent ceasefire must happen in Palestine.

We’ve created a Fundraiser T-shirt which is available now for preorder via our website for $59. ALL proceeds will be split evenly between Palestine Children’s Fund and Medical Aid for Palestinians to support the work they are doing on the ground in Gaza.

The preorder will be open until 23 December, at which point orders will be compiled and printing, fulfilment will take three weeks. We greatly appreciate any support and sharing this fundraising message.

Thank you to for the advice and vetting on which charities are most meaningful to contribute to.

The full six-piece capsule collection from the Checks Downtown and Canterbury of New Zealand collaboration.
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Including the Hoop Stripe Rugby Jersey, Oversized Sweatshirt and T-shirts, Denim Rugby Shorts, Carpenter Pants, and Stadium Pants. Details on the second slide.
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Available from tomorrow 30/11 4pm NZDT, 2pm AEDT from
Checks Downtown and Canterbury of New Zealand online stores, along with select global stockists.
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‘The Best of Both Worlds’ – Checks Downtown & Canterbury of New Zealand.
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Releasing Thursday 30/11 4pm NZDT, 2pm AEDT with the full capsule collection.
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Available from Checks Downtown, Canterbury of New Zealand, and select global stockists.
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A closer look at some of the standout items from the Checks Downtown x Canterbury of New Zealand collaboration.
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The focus of this capsule collection was the fit and details. Taking icons of sportswear like the rugby jersey, shorts, and crew sweatshirt and applying a more contemporary lens through shape.
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The rugby jersey has been shortened for a boxy fit, the shorts have been lengthened and made in a washed denim resembling jean shorts, the crewneck has also been offered in a boxy silhouette. All are complete with 3D embroidery.
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Releasing Thursday 30/11 4pm NZDT, 2pm AEDT from Checks Downtown, Canterbury of New Zealand (NZ & AU websites), and select global stockists.

‘The Best of Both Worlds’ – Checks Downtown & Canterbury of New Zealand.
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A must have for the collection. Applying a unique spin on the iconic rugby jersey, with all the authentic detailing from its original form. Taking a starring role is the collaborative word mark, a tongue-in-cheek ex*****on that ties the two brands together. The first time the iconic CCC logo has been altered.
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Releasing Thursday 30/11 4pm NZST, 5pm AEST with the full capsule collection. Available from Checks Downtown, Canterbury of New Zealand, and select global stockists.

Collection C04 — Instalment One⁣⁣. Available now
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Head online to shop the full selection. Available to try on in store this Saturday.
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For sizing reference, Ollie is 184cm and wears size Medium in throughout.
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Maya is 172cm and wears both size X-Small or Small.
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DM us or comment if you need any help with information.

Collection C04 — Instalment One⁣⁣ / Releasing online tomorrow 16/11. All items and prices included are on the final slide
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The drop time is tomorrow 3pm NZDT, 1pm AEDT. For in-store visitors, the new collection will be available to view at our Flagship from this Saturday.
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For sizing reference, Ollie is 184cm and wears a Medium throughout.
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Ella is 185cm and wears both sizes X-Small and Small.
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Keciano is 188cm and wears both sizes XXL and # # throughout.
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DM us or comment with any sizing queries or general info.

The Checks x Gesture collaborative sunglasses are available now on both checksdowntown.com and gestureeyewear.com
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Available in limited numbers, two colours are offered and each pair comes with a special co-branded sacoche pouch.

Collection C04 — Instalment One
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Available this coming Thursday 16/11 3pm NZDT, 1pm AEDT
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Shot at with work by Dan Arps
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Collection 04 2023 — Instalment One

Further release information to come..

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Our debut jewellery capsule is live now online! We’ve been excitedly working on this for over a year. Featuring a range of necklaces, jewellery, and rings. Our playful approach comes through with the use of enamel and other unique details.
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If you like our clothes, this offering should feel like a natural extension. The full range is available to shop online now, and in-store from this Saturday to try on. We look forward to introducing you to it 🫴

Our first jewellery capsule has been in development for over a year as we figured out how to apply our sensibilities to metal. The use of enamel developed as a signature to bring our penchant for colour you’re well familiar with. Alongside original charm artwork by long-time collaborator 🎨

The debut jewellery capsule releases tomorrow online at 3pm 02/11 NZST, featuring rings, bracelets, and necklaces.

Cover stars Jay Jay 🐶 &
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Checks and Gesture Eyewear are excited to present their inaugural collaboration. Utilising the 001 shape, Gesture’s first and one of their most well loved frames. Applying Checks unique spin to colour and detail. Offered in two colourways, with co-branding on the inner and outer temple 🕶️

The sunglasses come in a soft case with a special sacoche-style outer pouch. Dropping tomorrow Thursday 02/11 on the Checks and Gesture websites.