The new site from VNGRD is now live with the full summer collection which is dropping in stores this week. We also have a sneak peak at 3 styles from VNGRD’s winter 2007 collection, which looks like it’s going to be huge. Stay tuned for more VNGRD news including round 2 of the Actual Pain collaboration and more.
Following internationally acclaimed shows in New York City and Toronto, I PITY THE DOLLS! opens in San Francisco on May 24th at the RX Gallery. I PITY THE DOLLS! features an amazing collection of over 175 handmade vintage Mr. T Dolls, collected and presented by Greg Rivera. In addition, the show will feature artwork inspired by Mr. T from the following artists: Marty Aranaydo, Greg Rivera, Jeremy Fish, Mary Scott, Matthew Palladino, Mr. Element, RonnieBuders, Tracy Timmins, pi, A-A Hurry, Snow Monkey, Empte Eyes, Gonz One, Chris Brennan. There will also be an exclusive T-Shirt by Mishka x HUF x JK5 only available at the show opening, HUF, and Mishka. The dolls will be on display to June 15th, visit Mrtandme.com for more info about show.
I Pity the Dolls! San Francisco!
Thursday May 24th, 8PM-12AM
RX GALLERY
132 Eddy Street @ Mason
San Francisco, CA
(415) 756-8825
Last July, Stussy UK collaborated with Ben Wilson Design, Studio Oscar and Honda to create a special edition Stussy Zoomer. This year, Honda will be working with Carhartt on this project. The Carhartt Zoomer will be available starting May 21th. The kit which is limited to 300 sets will include a bandanna, a pair of gloves, a Helmet, a beanie, and a bag all made by Carhartt. This Carhartt Zoomer will only be available in Europe.
Image: La MJC
Eddie Cruz from Undefeated was recently in Japan for a meeting with Nike. Thanks to Eddie’s pictures, we take a first look at some clean and sleek boxing boot samples that were at the Nike meeting. We are not sure when these will be released but Nike’s wealth of experience in creating all types of athletic footwear will no doubt provide the wearer with great performing boxing boots.
Image: Eddie Cruz
This summer, we will see RBK release their latest Retro Collection. The collection features the Pump Graphlite, the ERS Racer, ERS 2000, and the BB 5600. The Pump Graphlite once known as one of the most technologically advanced shoes on the market will be retro’ed in its original colorway with the same going for the ERS Racer and ERS 2000 as well.
