Hélas is a creative skate brand that was launched in 2011 by Lucas Puig, Stephen Khou, and Clement Brunel. They have been since released collections drawing inspiration from '80s and '90s sportswear while showcasing a keen appreciation for vintage colorways and cut-and-sew functionality. Translating to 'unfortunately', Hélas was named after a skate trip to England, where it rained every day they were there.