Yearly Archives: 2008

FALSE Magazine: Issue 001 “X-Ray”

December 23, 2008Uncategorized0 comment1 Views
FALSE have released their inaugural print art-zine entitled FALSE Magazine. In the works for almost 2 years, the print limited to 100 pieces, features an individually hand-made platform, hand-bound, hand-numbered and hand-signed by the FALSE duo.
Issue 001 contains original...

mastermind JAPAN x Levi’s Fenom Disco Crush

December 23, 2008Uncategorized25 comments123 Views
What do you get when you combine Levis Fenom's most lavish approaches to denim with one of Japan's most commanding brands in mastermind JAPAN? A line of close to 2,400 people converged on Ometesando for the January 20th denim release involving mastermind JAPAN and Levi's...

Classic Planet of the Apes Series by Hot Toys

December 23, 2008Uncategorized25 comments545 Views
The subject of much interest and inspiration, Hot Toys received the rights for production of classic characters from the 1968 cult classic Planet of the Apes. Under the signature Hot Toys look, the 1/6th scaled characters are presented in a superbly realistic mold with three...

WTAPS 2008 Fall/Winter “Skivvies” Collection

December 23, 2008Uncategorized0 comment36 Views
While most wouldn't pay much more for a job that your basic Fruit of the Loom already covers, WTAPS' Skivvies collection of basics and undergarments are sure to follow WTAPS' penchant for quality with a number of essentials. Undershirts, socks and underwear all come in...

Pat Lee Exhibition at the Garageworks Industries Gallery

December 23, 2008Uncategorized9 comments26 Views
Marking the grand-opening of the Garageworks Industries Gallery, the works of Canadian illustrator and comic book artist Pat Lee set the stage for the new art space. Known for his association with various comic book franchises including Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, Ironman,...

Air Jordan XX3 Premier Black/Red

December 23, 2008Uncategorized56 comments131 Views
Today marks the release date of the Air Jordan XX3 Premier. Available at only 23 stockists across the United States, the shoe is dressed up in the symbolic red and black which references Jordan's time with the Chicago Bulls. Among the 23 stockists, only 23 pairs will be...

Imprint Culture Lab 2008: The Cult of Collaboration

December 23, 2008Uncategorized3 comments1 Views
Readers of this site know all too familiar the symbolic 'x' which can often be found separating two different brands, designers and personalities. Presented by Bread and Butter Barcelona, Imprint Culture Lab 2008 featured a session titled The Cult of Collaboration which...

Frank151 x New Era 59FIFTY “Time is Money” Fitted Cap

December 23, 2008Uncategorized10 comments153 Views
Holding down a strong fitted game, Frank151's "Time is Money" cap done with New Era is seen here. The cap includes a detailed pocket watch and chain extend from the button down to the center of the cap with a silhouette of Frank151's inspiration, Benjamin Franklin seen on...

Expansion x Garni Subway Ring

December 23, 2008Uncategorized3 comments22 Views
Expansion and Garni team-up on this latest ring themed after the New York Subway system. The Subway ring features the use of vintage subway tokens within the setting. Four colors of the ring include black, white, gold and silver, in sizes 13 and 19. Retailers will include...

Jun Watanabe x Ubiq Fatima

December 23, 2008Uncategorized14 comments28 Views
As seen in previous collaborations, the usually subdued and minimalistic styles of Ubiq result in a bit of creative freedom once a collaborating brand or personality enters the equation. Japanese graphic designer Jun Watanabe has his artistic flare featured on one of Ubiq's...

RHYTHM Footwear Saddle Shoes

December 23, 2008Uncategorized0 comment16 Views
Having just recently seen a fellow Japanese brand release their saddle shoe interpretation involving Resonate and Cause, RHYTHM also enters the mix with their own personal style. The RHYTHM saddle shoe is arguably less-refined then what was previously seen from Cause but...

Nike iD | Nike Air Max 90 x Vinti Andrews Pit Bull Dogs

December 23, 2008Uncategorized14 comments502 Views
Having gotten a taste of Vinti Andrews' surgical creativity just recently with her Windrunner project, Vinti Andrews' customization skills are to put use once again on two different Nike-themed dogs. A life-size pit bull was created thanks to the help of the NIKEiD Studio in...

APC x K-Way Windbreaker Jacket

December 23, 2008Uncategorized0 comment545 Views
Lightweight and waterproof, the original K-Way windbreaker was originally conceived in 1965 by Leon-Claude Duhamel as he witnessed a number of pedestrians caught in a rainstorm. Marked by its ability to be easily packed away within itself and its relatively low costs, APC...

Greyone Arsenal Taipei Grand Opening

December 22, 2008Uncategorized54 comments416 Views
Los Angeles-based popular streetwear boutique Greyone has made its grand opening in Taipei, creating a huge buzz in the heart of the East District filled with small boutique stores and enthusiasts. The hype is mainly due to the fact that it will be the first store in Taipei...

Coolrain – Andy & P-nix Gray Figures

December 22, 2008Uncategorized16 comments192 Views
Graphic designer and toy purveyor extraordinaire, Coolrain, hits us with a look into his latest works featuring the artist's popular handmade vinyl figures. Following an approach similar to that of Michael Lau's, CoolRain crafts trendy interpretations with cool realistic...