As Mastermind Japan’s 4th season starts, they continue the withstanding tradition of the collaboration between themselves, Fragment Design and Base Control. This will be the fourth time these company’s have worked together. The new collaboration is expected to release a t-shirt, and underwear. Both in the black MMJ fashion.
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With strong roots in workwear, Carhartt transcended workwear to become a mainstay in the Asian and European street fashion markets. They recently designed a small capsule of items exclusively for sale through Japanese magazine Samurai. The items include a Thermo hoodie as well as logo beanies. The pieces are currently available through Samurai’s online store.
Mastermind Japan has created several interesting items for their 2008 Spring/Summer “Heartful” collection including this Mastermind Japan x OTS leather sneakers. These hi-top shoes come in a simple black/white colorway and feature the Mastermind Japan badging on the back heel of the shoe. There is also another Mastermind Japan touch which is the zipper on the side panel of the sneakers.
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A few years ago, music producer Pharrell Williams and Bape creator Nigo were the mastermind’s behind a collection of sunglasses for Louis Vuitton. A new series of collaboration jewelry under the moniker of Blason will release in subsequent Paris runway shows, designed under the guidance of Pharrell and LV’s creative consultant for jewelry, Camille Miceli. The avant garde styles incorporate themes of music and above all else expensive materials such as diamonds and gold. The price tags are not for the faint of heart, ranging from $2,070 to $621,000 USD. The full collection will debut January 21st.
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Supra has been one of the standout footwear brands of the past year, with the successful Skytop model and the recently launched NS lineup. Factory 413 is the brainchild of Chad Muska and Angel Cabada and will serve as the LA flagship store for Kr3w and Supra. The shop will also carry some of the best vintage gear in LA from rock Ts to Cazals and hard to find vintage Chanel jewelry – the store has it. The Upstairs will serve as the showroom for Kr3w and Supra. Head by the latest Fairfax destination starting January 5th, and say what’s up to Muska.
Factory 413
413 S. Fairfax
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 936-0290
Hours: noon – 7:00 pm (closed Monday)
