In 2017, designer and artist Josué Thomas launched the fashion brand Gallery Dept, located in Los Angeles. Gallery Dept, which specializes in recycling and reworking old apparel, is well-known for its distinctive fusion of streetwear and vintage aesthetics. Items are frequently hand-painted or distressed to give them a distinctive, creative vibe. The brand's philosophy is centered on individuality, originality, and defying conventional fashion standards.