Yearly Archives: 2008

Happy New Years 2009!

January 1, 2009Uncategorized62 comments24 Views
Hypebeast would like to thank all of our loyal readers for their continued support going into the New Year. We wish everyone a safe and pleasant Holiday with best wishes heading into 2009. This past year was full of surprises but Hypebeast has tons more in-store for the New...

Estevan Oriol | Photographic Retrospective at SURU

January 1, 2009Uncategorized8 comments222 Views
Famed LA photographer/director Estevan Oriol will be bringing his photographic retrospective to premier Los Angeles boutique/gallery SURU. Along with a special collaboration t-shirt and limited edition photographic prints, Estevan gets set to showcase some of his most...

Jeremy Scott x adidas Originals by Originals “J-Wings”

January 1, 2009Uncategorized68 comments1463 Views
A further look into the upcoming Jeremy Scott for adidas Originals by Originals campaign reveals another colorway in the designer's J-Wings model. The kicks take a break from Scott's usually far-out pieces with certainly the most toned down pair of sneakers alongside adidas...

CLOT x Nike 1World Air Force 1

December 31, 2008Uncategorized34 comments223 Views
Thinking outside of the "shoe" box, CLOT's Air Force 1 design cements their place as one of the more innovative and creative collaborators from Nike's 1World Air Force 1 campaign. As previewed last week, the kicks celebrate China's Lunar New Year with a dual-layer...

Undefeated “LA” New Era 59FIFTY Caps

December 31, 2008Uncategorized18 comments509 Views
Undefeated gets set to drop a set of exclusive New Era LA Dodger caps in two Los Angeles-based colorways. The caps, featuring a mesh style material, come in a purple/yellow Lakers and Los Angeles/Oakland Raiders colorway. The set is scheduled as an exclusive to the UNDFTD...

Arrow Moccasin

December 31, 2008Uncategorized18 comments452 Views
A family run operation, Arrow Moccasin has perfected the craft of moc construction over the last half-century with a tireless hand-made quality to their name. From the Swiss hides tanned in England to the careful production of each model, Arrow Moccasin offers a number of...

Gallery1950 x Porter Patent Polka Dot Collection

December 31, 2008Uncategorized2 comments22 Views
Having seen an initial release of G1950 x Porter products in a patent polka dot print, the concept lends itself to another release of products. Small little accessories such as pencil cases and pouches compliment the previously released tote bag and binder case. Available...

mastermind JAPAN Reversible Skull T-shirt

December 31, 2008Uncategorized4 comments139 Views
The symbol and emblem of mastermind JAPAN, the always present skull motif is seen here in a reversible t-shirt. Both sides include the same pixelated skull design while the white side is slightly more subdued. Available now at HEARTLESS.

Subaru Rally Team x DC Shoes Volcano SRT

December 31, 2008Uncategorized12 comments927 Views
As a sponsor of the Subaru Rally Team USA (on a similar note Subaru will not be participating in the 2009 WRC), DC Shoes fittingly created a special colorway of the Volcano SRT for the famous rally-inspired automotive company. The trademark blue and yellow color scheme is...

OriginalFake 2009 Spring/Summer Collection January Releases

December 31, 2008Uncategorized14 comments12 Views
OriginalFake will start things off in the following manner as part of their first round of January releases as the brand features the following hoodies and button-ups. The previously seen hoodie featuring a side Chomper print is seen a new colorway well as embroidered logo...

Dan McPharlin’s Mini Retro Synthesizers

December 30, 2008Uncategorized20 comments131 Views
Multi-faceted Australian artist/designer Dan McPharlin gives a look into some of his miniature retro synthesizers created entirely of paper and cardboard. His outstanding pieces feature intricate replica detailing down to the switches, knobs and even wires. Making it on...

Raf Simons x Dr. Martens 2009 Spring/Summer Shoes

December 30, 2008Uncategorized6 comments187 Views
Founded in 1960 Germany, Dr. Martens has been a staple in premium footwear dating back almost half a century. Basing their idea on a shoe sole almost literally made of air, the German one-man show collaborated with innovative English shoe makers, Griggs, to create what is...

Number (N)ine x New Era Checkered Cap Collection

December 30, 2008Uncategorized5 comments169 Views
Hi-end Japanese brand Number (N)ine look towards New Era for a special collaboration project alongside the fitted cap purveyors. Number (N)ine's attention to detail and design is present throughout the collection comprised of five different colorways. Featuring a checkered...

EIGHTY81 Interview with Kid Cudi

December 30, 2008Uncategorized16 comments3 Views
Cleveland-based EIGHTY81 recently sat down with acclaimed rising Hip-Hop star Kid Cudi, producing a very well executed and insightful interview. Touching base on subjects including his journey to New York and hookup with the GOOD Music family, the Ohio native reflects a...

Forclosures leading to Skateable Empty Pools

December 30, 2008Uncategorized27 comments24 Views
Few find any positives from the steady declining American economy, including the foreclosure crisis that has troubled so many people across the nation. The New York Times recently did an article about how skaters might be the only average joe's benefiting from this epidemic....