Guillermo Andrade

Guillermo Andrade

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FourTwoFour on Fairfax

Guillermo Andrade

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Using fabrics and fashion to communicate a state of mind

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FourTwoFour on Fairfax

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Fashion

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Fashion designer and co-founder of the streetwear brand 424, Guillermo Andrade was born in Guatemala City, where his grandparents raised him with a focus on family, hard work, and connection to his surroundings. At nine, he immigrated to California’s Bay Area. Inspired by the world around him, he began sketching and making his own designs.

“The idea is to take a feeling. Go from feeling to product—that’s my process.”

Andrade relocated to Los Angeles, where he opened FourTwoFour on Fairfax, a conceptual retail boutique in the heart of the streetwear district. It became home to his in-house line, as well as other independent designers. Tools like Dropbox helped Andrade collaborate across distance and kept his work moving, even in the midst of the pandemic.

Person standing on a rocky shoreline at sunset, facing the ocean in a long dark coat and patterned clothing.Red “424” numerals mounted on a pale pink wall
Person with long dark hair, seen from behind, pinning or adjusting a print on a white wall beneath framed artwork.

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Close-up of a design form listing denim workshirt, raw-edge jeans, and “truc.”

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Mood board pinned to wall with photos, notes, and clothing cutouts.

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Curb painted red and white with “FOUR TIN O FOUR” and nearby storm drain.

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Palm tree beside a building facade with the number 424, viewed from below.

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Design mockup page showing bleached tie-dye shirt notes and fabric treatment options.

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