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Blerd & Powerful

Where culture and geek collide. Designed by Otaku Blerds since 2021.

Est. 2021

How it started

We are Otaku Blerd designers looking to infuse our hobbies and lifestyle into our clothing. Our designs are curated with authenticity and inclusivity, a nod to the iconic, nostalgic nerd culture references we grew up on.
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La Vaughn "Papi" Jumpp pointing to the crowd during his runway walk-out
La Vaughn "Papi" Jumpp, founder and designer of BlerdThreads, on the runway

Meet the designer

La Vaughn “Papi” Jumpp

Founder & Lead Designer

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The Crew

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What we stand for

Authenticity

Designed by fans who actually watch, play and read the stuff we put on our pieces. Every reference is one we'd wear ourselves.

Inclusivity

Every body, every fan. BlerdThreads is made for the whole culture, not just the stereotype of who a nerd is supposed to be.

Nostalgia

From Saturday-morning cartoons to this season's anime, we nod to the iconic, nostalgic moments that raised us.

The journey so far

2021

BlerdThreads is born

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Geek Couture: Heroes Inspired

Showcased BlerdThreads at the Geek Couture “Heroes Inspired” Fashion Show with Sugoi Entertainment.
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Miami Swim Week

Sent the Runway Collection down the pink carpet at Miami Swim Week.
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2026

A new home

Launched blerdthreads.com, the new home for every drop, restock and runway piece.
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How it's made

Made to order

Every BlerdThreads piece is designed in-house and printed on demand when you order it. That means less waste, no warehouse full of leftovers, and new drops whenever inspiration hits.
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