Japanese brand Magic Number recently previewed their 2008 Spring/Summer Collection. New to the scene, the label incorporates a certain lifestyle element to it’s designs instilling functionality based on it’ inspiration from surfing, skating, photography and DJing among others. For this upcoming collection, the t-shirts were created in collaboration with legendary skateboard graphics creator Jim Phillips, who’s popular creations include the Screaming Hand graphic. This collection is set to become available in February of 2008. Available at STLESS.
For the 2008 Spring Collection, Alife has expanded its popular footwear range to include these two models. Both shoes offer an Alife reinspired perspective on some classic silhouettes. The Chaser bases its stream-line shape on New Balance, while The Kennedy High references the Clarks Wallabee. Look for these to release early next year.
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Originally from Nagasaki, Japan, Kenji Hirata of the artist collective Barnstormers recently released a new shirt. Barnstormers revolves around a series of Tokyo/New York artists who together created large sized production involving paintings, films and performances. Kenji Hirata’s large scale paintings often incorporate elements of earth and attempts to reveal the inner workings of the elements he portrays. The shirt is now available now at STLESS.
COMME des GARÇONS has recently released a new series of luxurious fragrances. The LUXE line incorporates oils and materials of the utmost quality to provide a unique and rare scent. The fragrances include CHAMPACA and PATCHOULI. Both scents are available in traditional cube bottles as well as a pyramid bottle. Available now through the DSM E-SHOP.
As the weather begins to cool in New York City, local delinquents Reason have crafted their first two outerwear pieces in the waterproof Ski Team Jacket and the hand-crafted Twilight A2 Bomber Jacket. The Ski Team Jacket features breathable ‘vent-tech’ lining, taped seams, and an interior media pocket, while the authentically detailed A2 is made with heavy windproof Moleskin from one of Germany’s finest mills. The holiday release also involves the Varsity Hooded Cardigan, Gradient Stripe Hoodie, Henry St. Henley, and the five panel constructed Ski Team Cap. Look for these items to arrive at Reason stockists by the end of the month.
