Here’s the latest from the Vans Syndicate line featuring Los Angeles based tatoo artist Mr. Cartoon. Mr. Cartoon’s beginnings as a graffiti artist was somewhat of a natural progression to the tatoo scene and his styles and influences through hip hop have also yielded various other forms of art and graphic design. The spring 2007 line from Vans Syndicate follows a Southern Cali theme that follows the relationship of Latino’s and skateboarding as well as the experimentation and use of new and interesting materials. This particular Sk8-Hi features industrial strength canvas representing both the black and blue portions of the sneaker alongside embroidered designs from Mr. Cartoon himself.
Image: Thomas Giorgetti via Slam X Hype
Here’s the latest New Era fitted cap from the people at Five Four Clothing. The hat is graphic intensive featuring the slogan “Welcome to Five Four Clothing Co.” with each side panel possessing further graphics in the form of “Take XXXTRA Special…” on the left and “Made With Heart” on the right hand side. The use of a human heart is quite interesting as well.
Image: Mr. Kim Says
San Francisco based Upperplayground and their parallel art gallery, FIFTY24SF have just released their latest collection of apparel bearing the photographs of photographer/director Estevan Oriol. The tee-shirts are in essence a running pictography of Estevan’s adventures around his familiar surroundings in Los Angeles as well his international travels. The two pieces here feature rapper Omar Cruz.
BKRW recently took a trip over to Los Angeles and caught up with Dennis of Crooks & Castle. Dennis offers insight into his start in the industry as well as his brand philosophy. He places a strong emphasis on the ability to create allegiance to a variety of different genres of consumers to expand the brands profile. He also provides a sneak peek at some upcoming collaborations that C&C have in store.
Surrender have given us a sneak peek of an upcoming collaboration with Los Angeles based eyewear manufacturer, Dita. The model at hand is the E=MC2 horn rimmed shades. Be sure to tune in for more details in the future.
Info: Street Thing
Cream Magazine has released a new upcoming Alice in Wonderland Edition that will feature the very cool (and reminiscent of child hood) pop-up works designed by the likes of Gary Baseman, Fernando Falcone, and Jeremy Fish. This magazine will only be available in Asia at the following locations:
Hong Kong: Page One, agnes b., HMV, kubrick, The Panic
South East Asia: Page One, Basheer
Image: Luci Hale
Info: Streething
