adidas recently unveiled their latest artistic collaboration with a variety of different artists from around the world. Each artist was given the task of creating a t-shirt that symbolized through their own interpretative eyes how they viewed their respective cities. Amongst the cast of enlisted artists were Beinghunted (Berlin), Kazuki of Fragment (Tokyo), C-Law (London), Karlsson (Stockholm) and Jupiter (Los Angeles). The tag on the bottom of each shirt features artists (in adidas’ signature caricature style) or the artist’s logo. Starting August, these tee’s will be available via raffle at City Originals Stores.
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Located in Tokyo’s Shibuya area, the shop Grand Gallery specializes in both music and music-inspired t-shirts. Their latest line of t-shirts features retro designs of concert tour t-shirts released in the past from some of the biggest acts in music. Some of the bands featured include the Rolling Stones (1978), Grateful Dead (1988), Beastie Boys (1986), Pink Floyd (1970), Steel Pulse (1980’s), Joan Jett (1982), Led Zeppelin (1977), The Beatles (1970’s), Japan (1980) and De La Soul (1990). They are currently available in the music section of the Honeyee Store.
So you just dropped some serious cash on Apple’s latest toy, and now you need protection. Look no further than Incase. The Apple-specific case designer has just launched ten different form fitting solutions for Apple’s iPhone. Incase’s Leather Folios, Fitted Sleeves, Neoprene Sports Case and Protective Covers all offer stylish, functional protection for your investment and are all available now direct from Incase.
Here’s a look at an upcoming collaboration between Italian athletic shoe makers Fila and hip-hop group Wu-Tang on the Fila Classic. Although may argue Fila has seen better days, recent collaborations with Supreme and now Wu-Tang have certainly raised their profile. The sneakers feature one of the most recognizable symbols in Hip-Hop, the Wu-Tang “W” on the heel with the inscription Cream above. The sneakers priced at $120 USD will be available in black, white and cream colorways at select Fila dealers. Wu-Tang have been busy in their own regard as well with previous sneaker collaborations initiated with Alife and more recently Cipher. Wu-Tang also have an upcoming album with a release date to be announced this year titled 8 Diagrams.
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Canadian online magazine Inquiring Mind recently got together with Gemo Wong, design director of the storied Jordan Brand. The comprehensive interview covers everything from the beginning to the future of Gemo Wong’s rise and ultimate culmination with Jordan Brand. Along the way he uncovers the difficulties in arriving at his current position. No doubt, that as the man behind one of the greatest signature lines of all time, there is a certain degree of pressure involved on the job. Some good news for big Jordan fans, is that he reveals there indeed will be a Jordan signature model past XX3. Check out the feature here.
