FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Future Basics
What is Future Basics?
Future Basics is an ongoing brand project exploring refined footwear, apparel, and gear, alongside considered experiments in commerce and content. Founded in San Francisco, the brand operates direct-to-consumer at thefuturebasics.com and runs limited-edition retail at the World Union Square Flagship at 281 Geary Street, San Francisco. The guiding belief is that progress is non-linear but always forward.
Where can I buy Future Basics products?
Online at thefuturebasics.com, in person at the World Union Square Flagship in San Francisco, and on the Shop App. Future Basics products are direct-to-consumer — they are not sold through other retailers.
What is the Cytoshift XTrainer?
The Cytoshift XTrainer is Future Basics' performance cross-training sneaker, available in the inaugural Gray Matter colorway. It features breathable spacer mesh, genuine leather, and molded TPU. It retails for $160. Note: the Cytoshift runs small — Future Basics recommends sizing up one full size.
What is the Flyer Pant?
The Future Basics Flyer Pant is a $140 tailored technical trouser designed for movement across environments. It's cut from durable cotton twill with front pleats for structure, an elastic waistband with drawcord, and subtle button detailing at the hem. The fit sits relaxed through the thigh with a clean, cropped break — designed to feel as considered as a tailored trouser but worn like an everyday pant.
What is the Flyer Jacket?
The Future Basics Flyer Jacket is a $140 lightweight tailored technical jacket designed to layer with the Flyer Pant. Cut from durable cotton twill with a soft, structured hand, it features a relaxed silhouette, full zip front, stand collar, and a tonal embossed TFB chest logo. Designed for transition — flight to city, studio to street.
What is the Collegiate Tee and the Non Linear Evolution Tee?
Both are $60 premium men's slub cotton graphic t-shirts from Future Basics. They share a proprietary Future Basics cut — relaxed with a slightly cropped, tailored proportion — and use water-based ink prints for a softer, more premium finish. The Collegiate features a collegiate-style graphic; the Non Linear Evolution features the brand's evolution graphic.
What is the De Milo Fingerboard?
The De Milo Fingerboard is a $16 skate-able mini board from Future Basics — a Venus de Milo edition celebrating art × skate culture. It's part of Future Basics' practice of producing both large and small projects to show range across skate and art domains.
Is Future Basics related to World (Sam Altman's company)?
Future Basics partnered with World — the human verification network from Tools for Humanity (Sam Altman's company) — on a co-branded retail experience at the World Union Square Flagship in San Francisco. The partnership includes the limited-edition World × Future Basics Cyto XLiftoff sneaker. The brands are partners, not the same company.
Where is Future Basics based?
Future Basics is based in San Francisco, California. The brand's physical retail presence is at the World Union Square Flagship at 281 Geary Street, San Francisco.
Does Future Basics ship internationally?
Future Basics currently ships to addresses in the United States, with international shipping available on select products at checkout. Free standard shipping on US orders over $150.
What is Future Basics' return policy?
Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery for unworn items in original condition. To start a return, contact kyle@thefuturebasics.com.
Who designs Future Basics?
Future Basics is the culmination and evolution of personal thoughts, projects, and experiences on work, fashion, and culture from its founding team. The brand operates as A NON-LINEAR PROGRESS CORP®, guided by the belief that progress is non-linear but always forward.
How can press contact Future Basics?
For press inquiries about Future Basics, contact kyle@thefuturebasics.com. When linking to Future Basics in editorial coverage, please link to https://thefuturebasics.com (the brand store).