The limited edition adidas Consortium series recently saw the release of the ZX500 Weaved. Based on a vintage running model, this ZX500 has been given an update with a cool and clean white/purple colorway. Select parts of the sneaker are covered in woven patent materials such as the toebox and side-panels. Available now at the UK’s Hanon Shop.
The limited edition adidas Consortium series recently saw the release of the ZX500 Weaved. Based on a vintage running model, this ZX500 has been given an update with a cool and clean white/purple colorway. Select parts of the sneaker are covered in woven patent materials such as the toebox and side-panels. Available now at the UK’s Hanon Shop.
Technical clothing label Acronym has just released their 07/08 collection for Autumn/Winter. With a large focus on technically competent products, they have utilized some of the industries most effective and proven materials. Construction of their products include the likes of Gore-Tex, Etaproof and 3XDRY technology. Although much of the attention is focused on their outerwear, they also have a series of sweaters, shirts and bags releasing within this collection as well. Available now at The-Glade.
Despite the long and storied history of the Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star Hi, Converse has still managed to be reinvent the shoe. This latest design incorporates a velcro ankle strap. The days of wearing All-Stars as actual performance sneakers have long passed rendering this strap a mere aesthetic addition. Available in three different colors, black, red and green. Available now at Flauge.
For those who can’t get enough of the recent proliferation of plaid these days, 10Deep has just released their Green River New Era 59Fifty fitteds. The clean construction of the caps is devoid of any designs or embroideries aside from subtle branding on the rear. Available in three different colors, red, blue and brown. Check them out at Boundless NY.
John Maeda is at the forefront of the innovative field of digital media and motion graphics. His impressive resume boasts experience as an artist, graphic designer, computer scientist as well as a current tenure as a professor at the world famous Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His partnership with Reebok was a perfect fit due to his embodiment of Reebok’s values in individuality and creativity.
Much of Maeda’s designs are derived from mathematical algorithms and programming codes that showcase his ability to cross reference his background in computer science and use it in creating art. Hand written codes seen on the insole are the same codes which create the designs seen on the upper of the Ventilator. In some ways, you could consider Maeda’s designs as a simplification of technology. Creating a more understandable relationship between the overly complex world of technology and art.
The Reebok Ventilator Timetanium will be available only at the RbkCustom site starting November 13th. Price is set at $150 with only 100 pairs in existence.
Visvim will be releasing a new series of items later this week at Hong Kong’s F.I.L. shop. The definitive highlight of this release is the Elemdorf Gore Windstopper jacket. Featuring distressed leather, the jacket incorporates the best of both worlds by combining classic stylings with the technical features of Windstopper. Other releases include the Welded Oneida L/S shirt utilizing high quality Sea Island cotton, Fluxus 02 Indigo Damaged denim, UK Commander 2 Border sweater and a Basic Rucksack / Hexagon backpack. These items will release on Saturday, November 10th at Hong Kong’s F.I.L.
F.I.L. Hong Kong
18 Wyndham Street
Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2525 7550
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On the basis of creating a lifestyle project, The Hundreds successfully merged their "Los Angeles Lifestyle / California Culture" inspirations into a clothing line which reached far into the regions generally devoid of any sort of culture they represent. Their latest 2007 Holiday Collection starts off with a series of t-shirts incorporating graphics in a manner and style which has enabled them to gain so many fans in recent memory. Among the designs seen here are the Beastiality tee, Bullet Tooth Tony, Crow, Getting Tree, Pest and Rose. The 2007 Holiday Collection is currently available in-store at The Hundreds flagship store and should hit accounts worldwide soon.
The Hundreds
7909 Rosewood Ave.
Los Angeles
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Based out of Argentina, bag-makers Carga incorporates conventional design methods in unconventional styling formats. Each bag features a numbered disc and special materials to emphasize its demeanor as an unique product. The bags each incorporate characteristics such as industrial wool felt and aluminum rivets. Available at select stockists worldwide and exclusively at oki-ni in the United Kingdom.
Rebirth has just released the Boa boot as part of their latest collection. This pair of duck-shoe inspired boot incorporates elements of distressed leather into its upper. Aside from the use of leather, traction is provided by a crepe sole. Rebirth is a brand which employs a theme revolving around the use of recreation and reinterpretations of ideas. Available now at LUMP.
With their last collaboration in 2006 behind them, Beams has teamed up with Nike again for another collection of products based around dot patterns. The four different items as part of this latest release includes a windrunner, down vest, cap and long-sleeve shirt. Each piece is available in either white or black. Available now at Beams.
Japanese label Neighborhood are set to release some webexclusive L/S button ups. Two colorways of the shirts will be available in brown and blue. Neighborhood has proved to be a brand with wide appeal with their quality garments and designs. Available in the Neighborhood web store starting Monday, November 12th.
