Sneaker Freaker has offered a glimpse into the upcoming Vans Sk8 Hi Hosoi model. The Hosoi model features a design inspired by the Japanese naval ensign and is placed in an off-center position along the heel. Also available will be a Hosoi Era. The Hosoi models seen here are next generation colorways which were conceived on the success of the original Vans Hosoi release which featured similar design and colors. No word yet on a release date.
Sneaker Freaker has offered a glimpse into the upcoming Vans Sk8 Hi Hosoi model. The Hosoi model features a design inspired by the Japanese naval ensign and is placed in an off-center position along the heel. Also available will be a Hosoi Era. The Hosoi models seen here are next generation colorways which were conceived on the success of the original Vans Hosoi release which featured similar design and colors. No word yet on a release date.
As many of us have just rolled over the calendar to reflect a new month, Nike SB has previewed a number of releases set to take place through the course of November. Among the releases are the "Bloody Sunday" Dunk High, "November Rain" Dunk Mid, "Pigeon" P-rod II, and the Unitedfront pack of Zoom Air Harbor and Zoom Team Editions. The "Bloody Sunday" and "November Rain" were both designed by Nike SB’s Shawn Baravetto. Look for these to arrive at your local Nike SB dealer in coming weeks.
Japanese sneaker store Atmos has teamed with Levi’s to once again release a special series of products under the influence of Buffalo Check. The pack includes two pairs of denim, in the 703 cut as well as a Military Sherpa jacket. The two pieces of denim are available in either dark or light colored used models with Buffalo Check details. The Military Sherpa jacket includes details on the shoulder similar to the bottom stitching seen on the back pockets of Levis denim. These items are exclusive to Atmos.
This year’s Medicom Toy Bearbrick Worldwide Tour for 2007 is set to take place later this month in Tokyo. The Parco Factory will be the site for arguably one of the greatest Bearbrick exhibitions around and will surely boast an impressive range of one of the most popular designer toys in recent memory. The event will begin on Friday, November 23rd and conclude on Monday, December 10th.
Here’s a look at the latest releases from the classic streetwear label, Stüssy. Their most recent drop for 2007 Fall/Winter yields an excellent range of accessories such as wallets, belts, keychains and Zippos. Apparel wise, there is the release of the Kite Plaid shirt as well as the "Peace and Prosperity" hoodie. Most of the pieces are currently available at Zozotown.
Earlier this year at the Nike Air Force 1 25th Anniversary party in New York, guests were given the opportunity to vote for their favorite Air Force 1 of all-time. After the dust had settled, this Air Force 1 Hi designed by artist Stash came out on top as the crowd favorite. Each guest in attendance was gifted a re-released pair of this sneaker.
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In 1993, Girl Skateboards was born when fellow skaters Mike Carroll and Rick Howard felt they had the right answers for a skateboard company. Their goal was to create products that the team would be proud to wear day in and day out as well as keep a positive environment conducive to success. This risk turned out to be a great reward. However six years later in 1999, the fledging duo took another step and filled a void in the skate footwear world with Lakai. The end result was a roster of shoes which embodied their "The Shoes We Skate" mantra.
A look at the 2007 Holiday Collection provides a glimpse of what Lakai has created for their latest collection. Within the releases, you will find some interesting concepts. The Strike Force Pack takes inspiration from within the World War fighter plane era. The Telford and Coda (an all new model) have been given a military inspired theme with the use of some interesting designs. Lakai also teamed up with the creative outlet The Quiet Life to produce a collaborative pair of Belmonts and MJ Selects which enabled The Quiet Life to display their creative direction. Other models previewed here included a collaboration with Blueprint Skateboards for skater Danny Brady with an all weather MJ-3 rounding out the styles. Check your local Lakai stockists as these should be available at shops soon.
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One of Nike’s latest projects was the release of the Tech Pack. The Tech Pack embodied Nike’s mentality to continually innovate and push the boundaries. The Tech Pack featured more casual styles with the backing of their high-tech processes. All of the patchwork seen on this M65 was created seamless and allowed Nike to flex their technical prowess with their ultrasonic welding methods and taped back construction. The jacket itself also features minimal stitching. The finished product is an extremely functional 3 layer laminate jacket which has both waterproof and breathability qualities. This jacket is currently slated as only a friends and family exclusive.
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As part of skate label DC Shoes’ ongoing Double Label project, they have created an interesting product by enlisting the help of a fellow sneaker brand in JB Classics to design a special package of shoes and products. The finished product utilized the imagery from tree rings to symbolize the project. Custom laser etching can be seen as a tribute to the growth rings of trees. The soles also include a growth ring tread. The accompanying t-shirts and New Eras will be based off the same theme.
Rei Kawakubo’s COMME des GARÇONS fashion label has just opened their third GUERRILLA STORE in Poland’s capital Warsaw. COMME des GARÇONS’ popularity can largely be rooted in their avant grade designs. Their GUERRILA STORE concept involves the opening of a store for a period of 1 year with a minimal renovation budget. The location for this latest endeavor was a former fruit store in a Stalinist era building. The GUERRILLA STORE is currently open for business.
GUERRILLA STORE +4822
ul. Koszykowa 1
00-564 Warszawa/Poland
T: +4822 621 1046
Monday – Friday: 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
After much delay and confusion, the Nike Transformers Pack has begun to hit select stores. Original suggestions had pegged the Air Trainer III (the first model originally seen) as being scrapped due to conflicts in licensing. Furthermore these claims were dismissed and that a Summer release was to come which never materialized. For fans of Transformers and Nike their time has finally come with the release of this pack which includes the Air Trainer III, Air Max 90 Boot and Air Trainer Huarache. Available Nov 3rd at Capitol1524.
