An all new character of the collaboration toy between Transformers and Nike have been released. Keeping constant with the use of the Nike Free 7.0, this latest character has been identified as Marine Convoy. While the previous characters, Optimus and Megatron have been released, this Marine Convoy is supposed to release in September and will be highly limited.
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An all new character of the collaboration toy between Transformers and Nike have been released. Keeping constant with the use of the Nike Free 7.0, this latest character has been identified as Marine Convoy. While the previous characters, Optimus and Megatron have been released, this Marine Convoy is supposed to release in September and will be highly limited.
Since 2004, London based Pointer Footwear has filled in the void left by traditional athletic shoe companies by creating timeless sneakers that would transcend time and still be relevant down the road. Pointer’s creations are prefect for the consumer looking for casual sneakers yet feature clean and simplicity at the forefront of their designs.
Featured here are some of Pointer’s upcoming Fall/Winter 2007 collection. Included are the yaughting inspired Debaser II, the Taylor, Mathieson II Burgundy and the Seeker III. More pictures and accompanying descriptions after the jump.
Original Fake has just released their latest t-shirt, the OF Cross. The graphic in the shape of a cross offers a window to an underlying picture. The KAWS Companion head is seen impaled on top of the cross. Available now at Double Dutch Recommend and priced at ¥7,000 (approximately $61 USD).
Next year, the design brand of TWEEQiM is set to release a special collaborative Dunk Low with Nike. As a run up to the Dunk release, Nike has produced a special 1 of 1 Dunk Low with a gold and silver upper. The sneakers will be on display at TWEEQiM’s upcoming 365moons show. The 365moons opening will take place at Munky King Melrose, August 23rd from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
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Here comes a flannel inspired release from footwear makers Vans. The sneakers include a pair of Classic Slip-On and a Sk8-Hi with extensive use of the popular pattern in blue. Another simplistic on point release from Vans that will be releasing very soon at Zozotown.
The fashion forward, Seiko subsidiary WIRED h unveiled two new upcoming collections. The Japanese shop United Arrows are at the forefront of a 3-pack of watches. Each are created with a different aesthetic in mind and as a result will be available in different retail spots. Available is the AGHH702 (Â¥25,200/~$220 USD), characterized by a rubber band; the AGHH703 (Â¥39,900/~$350 USD) features a wide leather band and the all-silver AGHH704 (Â¥31,500 /~$270 USD) rounds out the collection of watches. Each watch will be released in quantities of 500, 300 and 200 respectively. These are expected to release in Japan in mid September.
Another upcoming release are a collection of Double Leather Band models. Aside from a thick leather watch band, the watches are also engrained with a series of crystals along the contour of the face. The watches come in black/gold or silver/brown. These watches are priced at ¥36,750 (approximately $322 USD).
Each of these watches feature solar cells to charge the battery as well as the ability to synchronize via radio waves with towers in Japan (a function only available within the general vicinity of Japan).
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Upcoming for 10Deep’s collection comes a series of clean plaid New Era 59Fifty fitteds. The wool constructed caps include custom milled plaid material. These hats will be available in red, blue and charcoal. As you can tell, 10Deep kept it real simple with the front of the cap devoid of any markings. Check your local 10Deep dealers in the coming weeks for these hot caps.
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Although Lupe Fiasco’s sophomore album, “The Cool” won’t hit record stores until sometime in late November, New Jersey sneaker spot Straight Laced hooked it up with Lupe Fiasco to produce this limited edition t-shirt commemorating the album. The t-shirt was released over the weekend.
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Here is a look at the Nike SB Brute Dunk High. The Dunk High is part of a pack inspired by some classic colognes such as Old Spice and in the case of this Dunk High, Brut. The trademark Brut bottle carries over onto the sneaker in the form of a green upper and silver accents. Rumor has it these will be releasing not occurring until mid-September.
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New York brand Orchard Street has just released their second installment of the Retro Pack. The Retro Pack includes some hit releases from 2004, the “Bolivia 67” International Baller and the Air Max tee. Both tees come in a wide range of colors as well as some webexclusive colors attainable through their Black & White store. Retail spaces stocking these tees include Reed Space (NYC), Shoe Gallery (Miami), Laced Boston, Premium Goods (Houston), WTHN (Philadelphia), and Social Study (Frederick).
Timbuk2 started out in San Francisco in 1989 making messenger bags for bicycle messengers and cycling enthusiasts. They have recently created a limited edition line of messenger bags designed by graphic designer based out of SF, Benny Gold. This design, which is available in two colorways, feature a special bicycle chain plaid pattern. These messenger bags will be releasing this Thursdays August 23rd at the Timbuk2 Store in San Francisco.
Timbuk2 Store
506 Hayes Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 252-9860
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