Vapors Magazine issue 42 is out! In this latest issue, they have features on stores such as Diamond Supply Co., The Hundreds, and Frank’s Chop Shop. There are also features on INSA, Erik Brunetti, David Flores, Dalek, Slick and more. In addition, the cover done by David Flores is definitely a nice piece. There’s a lot of interesting articles to read so definitely check it out when you have time.
For those who are not able to get the printed version, you can read the electronic version here.
The latest Weekly Drop podcast features famous NYC artist Claw Money, fresh off a book tour and trip to Barcelona for Bread & Butter. Claw Money speaks about her work in NYC and beyond, including discussion of her upcoming Nike Blazer that we showed you last week. So tune in to Weekly Drop now to catch another great interview by the Weekly Drop crew.
This is going to be a big week for Weekly Drop, as they’ll be releasing three shows over the next few days. Tomorrow you can expect to hear from Eric Brunetti of FUCT. The day after, Weekly Drop will release a live recording from Bread & Butter in Barcelona.
As Colette turns 10 years old this year, Black Rainbow had a chance to chat with the woman who’s been behind it since day 1, Sarah. Sarah offers her insight on the beginnings of her store as well as its journey to where it is now and what the future holds for Colette. We found Sarah’s own Colette brand philosophy very interesting and how her enjoyment in the culture and her brand vision have created her current success’. Check out the interview here.
Robot Films have teamed up with adidas to create their very own EQT B-Ball models. Despite the retro styling of the EQT B-Ball, the Robot Films makeover created a futuristic looking sneaker. The metallic silver upper is made from an reflective material so whenever light hits it at the right angle, it will reflect back. The replaceable inner boot features a circuit board print. The Robot Films logo can be seen on the heel. Release date is set for late Summer/early Fall.
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A new exhibit recently began at Colette titled, Joy Ride. This traveling art show is now in Paris alongside the upcoming Bicycle Film Festival which starts at the end of the month. The lists of artists include Phil Frost, Michel Gondry, Erik Foss (aka: Stuntboy), Daze, Madsaki, Steve MacDonald, Ko Masuda, Swoon, Peter Sutherland, and Cheryl Dunn among others. This exhibit curated by Brendt Barbur will conclude on September 1st.
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