Sunday, January 31, 2010

BAPE - Mods Hat Collection


Japanese apparel label A Bathing Ape, better known as BAPE, made a pivotal transition last year into the more design-oriented contemporary fashion circle with the launch of URSUS BAPE collection. The subtle design concept also made its way to much of BAPE’s general release collection, including the new Mods Hat Collection. Gone are the heady days of wild graphics and dizzying patterns. Instead, a plain black wool felt construction with a simple hat band around the brim. All black, minus the brand, and more surprisingly, minus the iconic BAPE “gorilla” logo as well.

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Marc Ecko x Playboy - Limited Edition T-Shirt Collection


Once a salacious publication one hides in the back of closets, under beds and behind toilet sinks in teenage years, Playboy is now seeing the light of day for boys through a new line of limited edition tees created in collaboration with Marc Ecko. Bunny logo, scandalously clad (or unclad) pinup girls make appearances on tees in their signature seductive poses. Busy graphics and illustrated in decadently deep colors, the collection comes in a range of 12 tees with graphics adapted from iconic Playboy images. Pay tribute to Hugh Hefner and the Playboy empire which has successfully cashed in on sexuality and reinvented it through a thoughtfully provocative publication with the new collaboration tees. As per mentioned, these are available in limited quantities, so if the bunnies are tickling your fancy, click on over to Marc Ecko Shop now for one, two or more.

KIKS TYO - Kiks Junkie Hoodie

Since last year KIKS TYO showed an indication of working with sneaker customizer and artist JOR by launching a new entrance artwork on the Tokyo store, then t-shirt graphic of the same design. Now a more elaborate design have dropped featuring a wide range of characters drawn by JOR on the Kiks Junkie Hoodie. The black body of the hoodie is covered with comic like illustrations by JOR in a full color all over print. Pop aesthetics and colors make this a fun piece with each character relating in one way or another to our culture. Currently this item is available at KIKS TYO store, online store and dealers world wide.


Hall of Fame - Polar Fleece Collection


Los Angeles-based Hall of Fame has just released a new collection of New Era 59FIFTY caps and t-shirts. The Polar Fleece Collection features two New Era 59FIFTY hats made out of fleece which comes in either Black or Navy. On the front of the hat “FAME” is written and on the back is the word “SPORT”. The t-shirts that come with this collection all have “FAME” written across the front and come in either Black, Heather Grey, Navy, or White. The entire Hall of Fame Polar Fleece Collection is available now at Hall of Fame and the Hall of Fame Online Store.

Hall of Fame
449 N. Fairfax Avenue |
Map
Los Angeles, CA 90036
TEL #: 323-655-6002

Monday, January 18, 2010

Wonderwall x KAWS Vinyl figure


Building off its original collaborative t-shirt back in 2008, famed Japanese architectural firm Wonderwall teams up with KAWS yet again, this time bringing that same tee graphic to life in the form of a vinyl figure. It seems like a release is slated for next month, with two different colorways being made available. The figure measures in at 22cm high. Stay tuned for a closer look and more concrete information as the release date nears.

Nike Sportswear - LunarLite Rejuven8 Mid+

Nike Sportswear has been flexing its technological muscles lately, as they’ve been introducing models with future-forward materials and silhouettes. In this Rejuven8 Mid+ model, the colorways are both quite striking–one in gray and blue, and the other in a Livestrong-esque black and yellow. Both of these boast a feather-light lunar sole and torch upper. The torch material is a three-ply, moisture-managing, temperature-controlling material that was developed so that the upper can individually mold to each wearer’s foot. The upper is also extremely light, so the wearer is getting increased stability at a much lighter weight. This + model is also equipped with the capacity to sync up with a user’s iPod. Nike is taking their newer models away from the retro past and into the future, which this sneaker achieves. Look for these soon at Nike Sportswear.

KIKS TYO - Buffalo Check Hooded Shirt


KIKS TYO is a brand that is influenced by sneaker culture and run by die hard sneaker heads in Tokyo. Their latest item may not seem to be influenced by sneakers however these Buffalo Check Hooded Shirts are made in colors that can be coordinated with current line up of sneakers. For this piece the concept is simple by adding a hood to standard shirt made with buffalo check. Subtle logo is placed on top of the left chest pocket with buttoned flap that is also mirrored on the right.

Supra - Spring 2010 - Cuban 1.5


Supra welcomes a fresh line-up of Cuban 1.5 to its solid family of kicks for Spring 2010. The low top Cuban 1.5 is updated with four colorways, TUF Black Perf, TUF White Perf, Canvas Red and Canvas Grey. The Cuban 1.5 is redolent of classic VANS slip-ons with a dressier laced twist. The kicks enjoy a little spring breeze with its latest TUF Black Perf, where the upper looks more ventilated with a perforated treatment. While the black version is already available at Supra dealers, the white version will be dropping in a month’s time on Feb. 15. The other two colorways remain standard and basic for those who are looking to deviate from black and white without being overt. All Cuban 1.5 come standard with leather laces and pop color chains. The red and grey canvas version will be dropping in the next few months, so keep an eye out for them at your favorite Supra retailer!
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BMW x MEDICOM TOY BEARRICK ''BMW Studio One''


To commemerate the grand opening of the new BMW Studio One space later this month, MEDICOM TOY has teamed up with the German automotive manufacturer to create a three-piece release of the iconic BEARBRICK figure. With a theme of sustainability, 30% of the plastic used in the creation of the BEARBRICKS are recycled as the figure’s aesthetics represents aspects of the BMW EfficientDynamicstechnology. The figure comes in a 50%, 100% and 400% size. The BMW Studio One will serve as a place to educate in regards to the growing issues of sustainability in the automotive industry.


Friday, January 15, 2010

Nike Sportswear x Air Zoom Tennis Classic HF x White/Metallic Gold | Release Information


First previewed on Hiroshi Fujiwara’s PLOG segment on honeyee.com, the Air Zoom Tennis Classic HF in White/Metallic Gold is in fact a 3rd incarnaion of the previous Tennis Classic Pack in Suede, launched during Holiday 2008. In Summer 2009, Fujiwara, along with designer/friend Hirofumi Kiyonaga of SOPHNET., created a 2nd variant, in White Leather and Blue Suede for collaborative label Uniform Experiment. For 2010, Fujiwara is bring back the minimalistic design once again, with slight deviation in the form of lux White premium leather a subtle Metallic Gold accents along the tongue logo, heel tap, and Fujiwara’s own motif on the back heel. As with all other Air Zoom Tennis Classic, a oversize perforated Nike Swoosh dominate the side.

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Supra x Spring Summer 2010 x Skylow 1.5


Other than a fresh line up of Vaiders with fun colorways such as Green Patent Leather and a fearless Neon Green number, Supra releases new colorways of their never-fail silhouette, the theatrical Skytop come in daring shades such as grey acid wash, purple patent leather and a fresh tie-dyed suede number. Some of the new colorways come with matching low-top friends, the Skylow 1.5. The Skylow is essentially a Skytop without the dramatic top, but retaining the signature patterning and panels found on the Sktop. The new releases come in interesting burnished shades of Red/Black Tie Dye Suede topped off with matching waxed black laces. Other colorways include a subtly opulent number mixing black crocodile patterned leather with suede atop white soles. The Skylow 1.5 also comes in the label’s signature TUF White colorway, due for a Feb. 15 release. Stay on the look out for them at Supra retailers near you!

San Francisco Chronicle - Twitter Headquarter By Sara Morishige Williams

Thanks to photographer Russell Yip from San Francisco Chronicle, readers get a closer look a the new headquarter for the all essential instant news widget, Twitter. Situated on 795 Folsom Street in San Francisco, the new office’s interior was by designer Sara Morishige Williams, who happens to be the wife of Evan Williams, Twitter’s CEO.

In its design, the interior reflects the company mantra of simplicity and minimalism. Yet, the space also exhibits a sense of “warmth” and rustic charm. Silhouettes of birds, custom decals and wallpapers, all served as reminder of the company’s name. The interior design is not at all a labyrinth for techies or industrial design galore. Instead a central theme of rustic elements dotted throughout the office. It instills a Mid-West sensibility with the collection of unfinished wood furnishings. deer mantles, homey embroidered seat cushions.










Krazee Duck 2nd series " Respest "



近期在时尚界以及舞蹈界迅速窜红的服饰品牌Krazee Duck分别相中艺人Aric何志健与电台主持人颜薇恩,在今年的圣诞节结合两人的特质设计两款代表性的服饰。

这一次的艺人Crossover,Krazee Duck特别邀请了大马著名设计师Ken Wong为Aric何志健和颜薇恩量身打造了他们专属代表性的Battle Tee。为配合何志健的爽气绅士风,Ken 让Krazee Duck 的灵魂人物“鸭子”穿上了西装,还系上了钉有Swarovski Crystal 的蝴蝶结领带。 有别于以往大家对Street Wear 文化的的刻板印象,这一次Krazee Duck令人感觉格外与众不同。

至于颜薇恩,Ken 为她量身打造了一袭艳丽的庞克风。“鸭子”穿上了黑色蕾丝煽片的连身裙,整体令人眼前一亮。除了Battle Tee, Krazee Duck 这一次还很贴心地帮薇恩设计了她的专署标志。以薇恩双子座,双重性格的特质为出发,天使与恶魔的交错完美呈现了双子的双重想法。

曾经接触过Krazee Duck的艺人还包括香港的侧田以及阿娇。侧田表示这衣服除了设计特出以外,还背负着重大的意义。因为Krazee Duck 就是代表着马来西亚的艺术文化。正如侧田所说的,Krazee Duck 以RESPECT作为概念主轴,呼吁大家响应尊重艺术,尊重所有领域的艺术工作者,因为我们代表马来西亚(We Represent Malaysia)。早前阿娇来马为某啤酒品牌活动演出,Krazee Duck 更是破天荒,史无前例地聚集了大马顶级的巫裔街舞舞蹈员以及华裔街舞前线舞蹈员一起与阿娇轧舞。这次的合作,除了是一次很好的马港艺术交流以外,本地两大民族在舞蹈艺术上的合作更是难得。对这一次的合作,阿娇表示除了合作愉快以外,更深感别具意义。


本地潮流界不同界别的潮流资讯,这一次要为大家介绍的就是本地嘻哈潮流服饰新贵-Krazee Duck。

-第一系列的 Krazee Duck 限量 T 是本地服装界的一大创举,这个以鸭子为品牌形象的本地品牌在正式发布前已找来5组大马顶尖跳舞组合联手推出名为"I Got Your Attention"的联名Tee系列,以 crossover 的合作形式,推出了独特,具收藏纪念价值的 5 款Crossover限量 T-shirt. 除此之外,香港知名歌手侧田及一众大马艺人如Manhand的Mc Bee,DJ及主持人颜美欣,演员何志健等人更是亲身支持此品牌,务必留意Krazee Duck接下来更多的惊喜及搞作!

- 5 款 Krazee Duck Crossover限量 T 完全由 Krazee Group 亲自创作。衣服的布料由国外进口,选用的是最好的品质让衣服不容易变形,退色或起毛球。 除了选用高品质的布料外,Logo 的印刷同样亦采用了不容易龟裂,颜色非常出色,品质高的进口衣服印刷颜料。

-同时,为了表示对这款Crossover限量 T的重视及务求更具诚意的完美呈现,Krazee Group 特别制作了限量T 的专属 Label 及袖子上的专属 Watermark ,两者皆采用 Krazee Duck 的 Trademark Logo .

-从布料的特别定制剪裁 , Logo 的印刷 , 直至衣服的Label , Watermark 看来,都充分显示出Krazee Group 对产品的高度完美要求,也让大众对这一系列限量 T 的高品质抱有绝对的信心.


Dorothy Tang of Adidas Original Star Wars Campaign


Prior to the global adidas Originals Star Wars Campaign, Hong Kong artist Dorophy Tang has once again joined forces with the sportswear label, this time to recreate a series of vintage Star Wars posters in her signature style. They’re now being exhibited at the adidas Originals Dunhua concept store in China. Here’s a look at them.

News! Adidas originals x Star Wars™Official Launch in Malaysia

After many previews and promo teasers for the highly anticipated adidas Originals x Star Wars™ collection, the goods are finally hitting stockists all over the world. Come join us for the official launch in Malaysia on the 17th January (Sunday) 3pm as Darth Vader and his minions of 501st legion will be taking a march to Sole What, The Gardens. This launch is open to the public and expect a galactic theme of food and beverages to be served as well.

Also, for those who purchase a piece of apparel and a pair of footwear from the collection, they’ll be walking away with any one of these limited edition Darth Vader or Storm Trooper bobble-head figures. Take note that these are only available to the first 100 customers, so hurry over and grab them while stocks last. Come join the force!

More pictures on the freebies and event flyer after the jump.

adidas Originals x Star Wars™

Sole What, Lot S-229A, Second Floor,The Gardens, Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, 59200, Kuala Lumpur

adidas Originals Concept stores at KLCC, Pavilion and Mid Valley in Kuala Lumpur;

and adidas Originals Concept Stores at Centrepoint and 1 Borneo in Kota Kinabalu.