London-based SCRT®️ has quickly established itself as a standout in the streetwear scene, blending bold, urban aesthetics with references to film and literature. Known for its sharp collaborations and forward-thinking approach to street style, the brand continues to push fashion boundaries while staying true to its city roots. Nothing, on the other hand, is a tech brand celebrated for its minimalist design and user-focused approach, aiming to make technology feel transparent and intuitive. Founded in London, it has quickly gained attention for its innovative phones, distinctive aesthetic, and commitment forward thinking style.
On 3 October, streetwear brand SCRT and Nothing celebrated the launch of the Museum of Science Fiction collection by taking over Protein Studios in East London. The collaboration blurred boundaries between technology, fashion, and art, aligning perfectly with both brands’ ambition to push culture forward. SCRT’s AW25 collection was presented alongside Nothing’s latest devices, including Phone (3), Headphone (1), and Ear (3), all reimagined within a co-branded gallery environment that felt like stepping into the world promised to us in the 1980s
By the time the doors opened, the queue was already wrapped around the block. Inside, guests from across music, fashion, and design filled the space, creating an unmistakable energy that only comes from genuine excitement. Attendees explored the products up close, gaining hands-on experience with the tech and installations. SCRT delivered one of the best Free Tees to date, featuring their signature graphic style with nods to Jodrell Bank and the ISS, while the Nothing Gift Store pop-up offered the chance to take home Ear (3), a device already earning high praise among my circle.
This event represented far more than a product launch. It embodied what SCRT stands for: life at the intersection of design, art, and fashion. Technology elevated into culture, and collaborations like this make that vision feel real.
Cutting-Edge Audio
Ear (3) was by far the standout at the event, effortlessly combining cutting-edge audio engineering with a design that feels as future forward as it looks. For the first time, Nothing has integrated metal components into its signature transparent aesthetic, creating earbuds that are a statement piece as much as they are a tool. Having retired my Airpods people have commented on crisper audio quality and although i havent used it much the microphone in the case is an interesting feature. They feel refined, solid, and unmistakably premium in the hand and definitely meet the hype.
Beyond looks, the real magic comes from how Ear (3) interacts with the world around you. Having been told about Super Mic, the dual-microphone system in the charging case, isolates your voice from background noise up to 95 dB, turning chaotic streets, crowded offices, or windy walks into moments of clarity. A simple press of the TALK button lets you capture thoughts on the fly, instantly syncing voice notes to Essential Space with automatic transcription, perfect for creatives, students, or anyone juggling multiple projects on the go. The result is a device that doesn’t just sit in your ears, it actively shapes your environment, offering both immersive sound and the confidence that your voice will always cut through.
Dressing for the Imagined Future
SCRT’s AW25 collection draws inspiration from the speculative worlds of the Museum of Science Fiction, translating imagined futures and unrealised histories into wearable form. Each piece interprets the museum’s artefacts through fabric, silhouette, and detail, blurring the line between the familiar and the unknown. From bold textures to symbolic graphics it’s an archival vision into a living between past, present, and tomorrow. It’s made to Screen Tests’ usual unbelievable standards that feel both visionary and grounded in the real world use case. SOme of the stand out pieces included.
Clavius Base Puffer Coat – Acid
This coat is a standout for anyone who wants functional outerwear with a futuristic edge. The translucent nylon micro-ripstop gives it a lightweight, almost ethereal feel, while the PH+ pigment dye in Acid injects a bold, otherworldly vibe. I appreciate the balance between innovation and practicality, waterproof zips and recycled synthetic down mean it’s ready for real-world wear, not just display. The large lining print is a subtle nod to the collection’s sci-finarrative, giving it personality without being over the top.
Skyline Brushed Knit – Midnight
The Skyline Brushed Knit feels like comfort meets craftsmanship. The soft acrylic mohair is luxuriously warm, and the brushed texture adds depth to the Midnight shade. The custom cut & sew box fit makes it relaxed but structured, ideal for layering or standing alone as a statement piece. I’m particularly drawn to the four-color jacquard detailing, it’s intricate enough to show design thoughtfulness, yet restrained so it doesn’t overwhelm the piece. Ribbed cuffs finish it cleanly, anchoring the silhouette.
Patchwork Fleece Jacket – Lichen
This is pure utility-meets-style. The patchwork of micro and teddy fleece gives it a tactile, dimensional feel that looks both cozy and deliberate. The waffle square-stitch lining is a subtle but clever touch, giving it texture and warmth, while recycled nylon under the sleeves shows an attention to movement and durability. Adjustable hem and hood make it adaptable for different climates, and the zipped pockets add everyday practicality. The MoSF catalogue label is a nice nod to the collection’s archival theme, tying the piece back to the larger narrative.
Exhibits
The space was designed to provoke observation, imagination, and reflection and most importantly conversation. Boundaries dissolved, encouraging a dialogue between the familiar and the unknown, the ordered and the chaotic, the material and the imagined. It cultivated a space for people to talk, question and learn within both the SCRT and Nothing universe. An invitation to think deeply, to notice patterns emerging from randomness, and to confront the limits of our perception.
These exhibits challenge us to reconsider how we understand the world. They explore the ways systems, forms, and ideas intertwine, revealing connections that are often invisible yet fundamental to our lives. The flow of the exhibits, paired with the accompanying book, was equally enthralling. It encourages active engagement, challenges assumptions, and opens pathways to new ways of seeing, feeling, and understanding. Visitors do not simply look, they perceive, learn, interpret, and engage. The line between the real and the impossible grows smaller, while the absence of natural connection becomes significant. Here, the space transforms into more than a repository; it becomes a catalyst for thought, a place where curiosity sparks insight, and exploration takes form.
SPECIMEN INDEX: [Exhibit No.8]
An immersive multi-CRT display transforms observation into exploration, blurring the line between reality and otherworldly speculation. Screens are arranged in a fragmented grid, each flickering with raw, distorted imagery that evokes both surveillance and discovery. Visitors confront themes of control, observation, and the limits of perception, navigating a liminal space where human technology and unknown intelligence intersect. Specimen Index is a portal to a fractured, hyper-surveilled world, a space where the uncanny and extraterrestrial are glimpsed, yet never fully understood.
MOONSCAPE: [Exhibit No.5]
Featuring The Insect Lounge Chair, Insect Mirror, and Horn Lamp by @by_jamps, this exhibit explores aluminium’s sculptural potential through casting, wheeling, polishing, and anodising. Sci-fi-inflected forms suggest objects unearthed from speculative futures, where industrial and organic qualities coexist.
Iridescent surfaces, structural openings, and geological references transform light and form into a narrative medium. Moonscape positions each object not merely as functional design but as an artefact from an imagined material future, inviting tactile and visual exploration.
IMAGINED FUTURES: [Exhibit No.3]
Showcasing key pieces from the AW25 collection, this exhibit is a journey through time and imagination. Integrating @nothing Phone (3), each artefact is activated through light, interaction, and digital layers, blurring the line between the familiar and the unknown.
The display preserves fragments of imagined futures and unrealised histories, highlighting humanity’s endless pursuit of what lies beyond. The phone’s Glyph Matrix—a bespoke LED disc on the back adds playful, useful experiences, layering form, function, and storytelling in a tactile, interactive encounter.
Technology, and Imagination Converge
The Museum of Science Fiction takeover was more than a launch, it was the most profound experience i’ve had all year. It bridged technology, fashion, and art into a singular cultural moment. From the futuristic design of SCRT’s AW25 collection to the tactile innovation of Nothing’s Ear (3) and Phone (3), the event invited visitors to engage, explore, and imagine beyond the familiar. Each exhibit, garment, and device acted as a portal, challenging perception, sparking curiosity, and encouraging reflection on the boundaries between reality and possibility. By transforming space into a catalyst for observation, interaction, and thought, the collaboration demonstrated how culture evolves when creativity, technology, and storytelling converge. In this space, the future was not simply presented, it was experienced, interpreted, and felt, leaving a lasting impression that extends far beyond the gallery walls.
