February 1, 2010

HUF: American Pastime

Last month HUF gave us the opportunity to interpret its Spring/Summer 2010 Collection the way we felt would be most reflective of the colors, styles, and overall feeling within the new season. For us, the garments instantly traced back to our days as Little League kids, playing the game that ... more

January 25, 2010

Yuketen: Interview with Yuki Matsuda

Before any current trend in American menswear, both contemporary and heritage, the Japanese had always embodied a certain respect and cult-following of vintage American sportswear and fashion. We've seen various Japanese-headed brands become popular fixtures over the last few years which includes the likes of Yuketen and its founder Yuki ... more

January 18, 2010

Nom de Guerre: Combat Continues

From the onset, Nom de Guerre took an atypical approach to their brand. With humble beginnings in graphics, initial runs of t-shirts have inevitably developed into a respected and diverse collection. Representing a model for organic, sustained growth and success, each season has embodied offbeat themes. With deep underlying themes ... more

January 11, 2010

The Globetrotter: Ian Paley of Garbstore

After a brisk meeting set-up through a mutual friend, the next thing I knew I was subjected to quite the lesson from one of the industry's most well-versed and knowledgeable individuals in Ian Paley of Garbstore. From a background in design, his time with Paul Smith as well as his ... more

January 5, 2010

Holiday Favorites from London

As we all slowly re-emerge from the festive season with new goals and new directives, the changing of the calendar signifies also the coming of an all new fashion season. In a loose round-up of sorts, we take a tour of London and its diverse retail landscape. We spoke with ... more

December 29, 2009

A BATHING APE® IS AMBUSH®ED!!!

Throughout the last few years, A BATHING APE® founder NIGO® and musical artist VERBAL have maintained a close relationship. Originally acquainted through a musical partnership with the TERIYAKI BOYZ (where NIGO® serves as the group's DJ), the two now look to expand their horizons as they transcend music into fashion. ... more

December 7, 2009

Madsaki: All Day I Dream About Sunsex

Having experienced success on multiple fronts, Japanese artist Madsaki continues his emergence in the world of art and cycling with a unique approach to both mediums. Amongst many projects, Madsaki has contributed a great deal to product collaborations, most notably working on a pair of fixie-friendly adidas Originals Samba sneakers, ... more

December 1, 2009

80’s Icons to the Present: Bobby Hundreds of The Hundreds

If you're a regular follower to The Hundreds website, you will have noticed a plethora of updates pertaining to Bobby Hundreds' visit to the DeLorean Motor Co.'s headquarters. Through a myriad of stock-piled parts and pieces and deconstructed, life-less chassis; A rare look into the behind the scenes of an ... more

November 23, 2009

On The Tipping Point: Mademoiselle Yulia

In recent times, the name Mademoiselle Yulia has become more and more notable. Surrounding herself around some of Tokyo's latest generation of move-makers, Yulia presents herself as what is arguably the next wave of multi-platform talent over a number of different mediums. We caught up with her a few months ... more

November 10, 2009

The World of Kuntzel + Deygas

Featured within the pages of well-respected magazines, feature films, and industry projects, Florence Deygas and Olivier Kuntzel have forged an unmatched bond as one of the most prolific graphic design duos in France. Both French designers have been developing out-of-the-box ideas for well over a decade, but as of late ... more