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

November 2, 2009

The Return: Catching Up with Eric Koston

Although legitimate influencers are found few and far between, Eric Koston has steadily earned that title throughout his prolific skateboarding career, which has spanned well over a decade now. Aside from capturing titles and winning awards in almost every major competition, the celebrated skater has played a key role in ... more

October 19, 2009

At the Root of Innovation: Tom Routh of FYi Design

The name FYi Design may not be the most prominent name in the realm of performance outdoor gear but behind the scenes lies company founder Tom Routh, who has had an integral part in the realm of performance technical outerwear. With his beginnings brought on by an interest in designing ... more

October 9, 2009

Straight No Chaser: A Chat with Mr. Hudson

Ben Hudson has quickly emerged as the one of the brightest newcomers within the American music scene. Having already experienced success with his band Mr. Hudson and The Library, the British musician's fame rose to new heights this year with his introduction into Kanye West's G.O.O.D. music label, a collaboration ... more

October 2, 2009

SILLY THING x Daft Punk x Medicom Toy: Q&A with TK

Having shaped the urban landscape within Hong Kong for almost a decade, SILLY THING has become a highly successful, multi-faceted entity, boasting a wide range of establishments including magazine publishing with MILK and MILK X Magazine, fashion retail with the THINK SILLY Store and the Undercover Hong Kong Store, animation ... more

September 28, 2009

NOWHERE: Interview with NIGO® & Jun Takahashi

Within the last year, we've seen steady progression from two of Japan's most respected fashion personalities. Both enjoying great success with their respective brands, NIGO® of A Bathing Ape and Jun Takahashi of UNDERCOVER both re-convened on one of their earlier initiatives, NOWHERE, one that was among the catalysts for ... more

September 22, 2009

Q123 #3 – Hypebeast x 8FIVE2 x Loren Purcell for Qubic Store “City of Taipans”

Qubic Store celebrated its 3rd anniversary this year which led to the creation of a series of different collaboration projects. Traveling extensively through Asia, Qubic Store's Frank Liew developed a strong relationship through consistent travels to Hong Kong with the likes of ourselves at Hypebeast and Brian and Annie of ... more

September 21, 2009

Gardener 10th Anniversary: Interview with Michael Lau

For anybody familiar with the designer toy vinyl scene, Hong Kong's Michael Lau evokes numerous thoughts of contribution and innovation. Largely considered one of the forefather's of the designer toy movement, his work has extended far and beyond the realm of toys into both art and sneakers. 2009 marks the ... more

September 10, 2009

Acapulco Gold: Interview with Augie Galan & Geoff Heath

For many who have emerged from New York's trailblazing Supreme, inevitably the skate brand has opened the doors to many as well as adequately preparing departing associates for any future initiatives. One brand that perhaps holds the most weight in recent times is Acapulco Gold who have developed quite a ... more

September 2, 2009

Making In-Roads – Pony 2010 Spring Collection with Kyle Pulli

Seeing the brand develop immensely over the last year, we get another chance to speak to Kyle Pulli, an integral member of the current Pony revival. Although only a few seasons deep, perhaps any “comeback” or “revival” tag is something that can be placed fully in the past, as the ... more