Gallery Dept: the brand's story, flare jean and tee sizing, and prices on Yupoo
Gallery Dept is Josué Thomas's brand, born in a Los Angeles workshop where he reworked old clothes by hand. Here's its story, what size to get for the flare jean and the tee, and how to compare Yupoo shop listings.
Where Gallery Dept comes from
Gallery Dept was officially founded in 2017 in Los Angeles by Josué Thomas. Before that he worked at Ralph Lauren, then decided to work for himself. The very first piece he sold, a year earlier, was a hand-sewn denim poncho.
The starting idea: take vintage or deadstock clothes, cut them up, hand-paint them and screen-print them in his workshop, which doubles as a store. That's where the paint splatters on so many pieces come from. The slogan “Art That Kills”, printed on several designs, is also the name Josué Thomas makes music under.
The flare jean, slim at the top and flared at the bottom, became the brand's signature piece. Since every piece is reworked, no two are exactly alike, and that one-of-a-kind side is what built its name. Gallery Dept also did a capsule with the French house Lanvin.
The Gallery Dept jeans and tees that matter
The brand also makes sweats, jackets and shorts, but the flare jean and the logo tees are what people look for most. Here are the models from the official store worth knowing.
| Model | What sets it apart |
| LA Flare | The signature jean: slim fit, flared hem, button fly, 100% cotton, made in the USA |
| LA OG Flare | Another version of the flare jean, offered in black |
| LA Flare Carpenter Reworked | The flare cut as a reworked carpenter pant, in tan |
| G Time LA Flare | The flare with appliquéd logos, the priciest version |
| Souvenir Tee | Relaxed, slightly cropped tee with a big “Gallery Dept. Hollywood, CA.” logo on the back |
| French Collector Tee, Dépt. Swat Tee | Logo tees in several colours and camos |
What size to get for a Gallery Dept flare jean or tee
The LA Flare comes in US sizes: a waist in inches from 28 to 40, and an inseam of 30, 32 or 34. The cut is slim, so it sits close at the top. If you're used to European sizes, add 10 to the US waist to get the French size: a W32 is roughly a 42.
The Souvenir Tee has a relaxed, short cut: the brand says it sits right above the belt line. On the store, the model is about 1.90 m (6'3") and wears an XL.
- Jeans: get your usual waist size. If you're between two, size up, a slim cut gets tight fast.
- Length: the flared hem should fall over your shoe. Compare the listed inseam with a pair of jeans that fits you.
- Tee: your usual size for the short, roomy look the brand intends, one size up if you want it longer.
- Always compare the flat measurements in the listing with a piece you already own.
- Chinese sizes in the listing? Check /guides/tailles-chinoises.
Gallery Dept prices in 2026, in store and on Yupoo
Gallery Dept is one of the most expensive streetwear brands. The table shows prices from the official store, French version, checked in October 2026.
On Yupoo, prices vary a lot from one seller to the next. Yupa shows the price each seller lists, converted to euros, without changing it. Add shipping and customs to get the real total: it's all explained in /guides/douane-colis-chine.
To compare two listings, don't look at the price alone: check the real photos of the piece, the measurement chart (waist, length, leg opening) and the shipping costs.
| Model | Official store price (approx., October 2026) |
| LA Flare | €1,075 |
| LA OG Flare | €1,100 |
| LA Flare Carpenter Reworked | €1,350 |
| G Time LA Flare | €2,800 |
| Souvenir Tee | €250 to €330 depending on colour |
| Dépt. Swat Tee | €270 |
Find Gallery Dept jeans on Yupoo with Yupa
Every Yupoo shop names its albums its own way, sometimes “GD”, sometimes “Gallery Dept” in full. Yupa searches the public catalogues of many shops at once and always sends you to the seller's album. The full walkthrough is in /blog/chercher-sur-yupoo.
- Type “gallery dept” followed by the piece: “gallery dept flare”, “gallery dept jeans”, “gallery dept tee”.
- Filter by type (jeans, tees) and by your size.
- Compare shops: price in euros, photos, sizes available.
- Open the seller's album to see every photo and the measurement chart.
- Contact the seller or go through your agent with the album link.
How to wear and look after Gallery Dept flare jeans
Wear flares with shoes that let the hem open up: boots, high-tops or chunky sneakers. On top, a slightly cropped tee like the Souvenir Tee works well, since it stops above the belt and shows off the cut of the jeans.
As for care, wash the jeans rarely, inside out and cold, and let them air dry. The brand warns that direct sunlight can fade the colour, and that marks and scratches are part of the material.
How do Gallery Dept jeans fit?
In US sizes: waist W28 to W40, inseam L30, L32 or L34. Slim cut with a flared hem: get your usual waist and size up if you're between two. The tees are roomy and cropped.
How much are Gallery Dept LA Flare jeans?
About €1,075 on the official store in October 2026. On Yupoo, the price depends on the seller: Yupa shows it in euros, excluding shipping and customs.
What's the difference between the LA Flare and the LA Flare Carpenter Reworked?
The LA Flare is the classic denim flare jean. The Carpenter Reworked takes the flare cut as a carpenter pant, in tan, and costs more (about €1,350 in October 2026).
How do I wash Gallery Dept jeans?
Rarely, inside out and cold, then air dry. Avoid direct sunlight, which can fade the colour.
Where can I find Gallery Dept on Yupoo?
Search “gallery dept flare” or “gallery dept tee” on Yupa, filter by size, compare shops, then open the seller's album. Yupa doesn't sell anything: it sends you to the seller.
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