Head on over to the LA MJC site to read their interview with Nike footwear design legend Tinker Hatfield. It’s an in-depth interview about the man who had a hand in making Nike the footwear giant it is today, so its definitely worth the read. Although the interview is in French, you can use Google Translator for translations.
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Sneakers N’ Stuff hooked up with Adidas to produce these ZX700’s. For this first collaboration, the inspiration behind the design comes from their new store in Malmo. The shoes come with three different sets of laces – white, beigen and brown. Only available in Europe.
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Nike recently announced their flagship store opening located at the grade A business area of Central, which will take place on September 29. The opening coincides with the release of Nike’s latest Holiday 2006 Sport Culture Collection (Heritage of Running – Fusion of Sport and Culture).
Also, to commemorate the event, Nike invited designer Lau to unveil his Nike SB Garderner series along with 3 new Gardener figures. Limited to only 106, all figures will be outfitted with NIKE 2006 Holiday outfits and will be exclusively exhibited at the new Nike Flagship until October 21. And on Septemeber 30, Nike will release the limited edition Michael Lau collaborative items and the “Gardener Meets Nike” collectible series.
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Acapulco Gold has just launched their new site, and are showcasing the Fall Collection. Lots of great new designs including collabs with both Union LA and Union NY. All tees will be shipping out this week, so expect them in shops shortly. Stay tuned for more.
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Shmack Clothing has launched their Fall 2006 collection which is now in various stores. h8rkix and Karmaloop.com will be two of the online stores carrying them. Expect more exciting items from them in coming weeks.
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