Major Threat is set to release their second series of the popular “What What” New Era 59Fifity fitted caps. Drawing inspiration from some classic colorways, Major Threat has chosen some proven winners to complement their “What What” quote from Noreaga’s 1999 Superthug track. Look for these caps to release within the next two weeks at these select locations: Cap City (NJ), Frank Chop Shop (NY), Commonwealth (VA), Moe’s Spot (NY) and Hall of Fame (LA).
On September 21st, the Soph. Magazine will hit newsstands in Japan. The issue will be highlighted by a look at Sophnet. and F.C.R.B.’s latest collection for the 2007-2008 Autumn/Winter Collection. Within the pages of the magazine, you will also be offered a chance to see the latest from Nike Heritage ACG, whom Sophnet. has worked extensively with in recent memory. A preview of an upcoming 400% Sophnet. + F.C.R.B. Bearbrick is another attraction worth noting. Look for Soph. Magazine to hit import bookstores in the coming weeks.
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The 10th Anniversary of Japanese lifestyle brand Daylife has resulted in a special collaborative jacket created in association with design brand Fragment Design. Daylife has found Base Control to provide the blank for their design. Base Control are best known for their high quality basics such as t-shirts and accessories. The jacket will be available starting this week.
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Local Strangler displayed some pieces from their upcoming collection at the recent Agenda Tradeshow in San Diego which wrapped up over the weekend. Designed by well seasoned veteran Bones from the UK, Local Strangler is aimed at the thirty something demographic. Some of the designs are littered with double entendres as part of the brand concept but also maintain quality to end with a desirable finished product. Look for more to come from Local Strangler.
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Bits and pieces of Visvim’s 2007 Autumn/Winter Collection has just released at Re In Force. The items seen are the Plain Pocket Long Sleeve shirt and the Fluxus Unwashed Denim. The Plain Pocket shirt is created with high-quality Egyptian Giza 45 cotton. The Fluxus Unwashed Denim release marks the new 00R model. Available now with prices at 12,390 Yen (approximately $109 USD) and 24,150 Yen (approximately $213 USD) for the shirt and denim respectively.
Previously unseen in the Fall 2007 preview of TBG’s collection (Two Black Guys) was this stunning College Hoodie. Available in three different colors (mustard, purple and black), each hoodie is designed with the outside revealing a simplistic pairing of unique colors while the inside of the hoodie reveals a cartoon image of the famous tennis player Arthur Ashe. Available now at Essense.
