Getting a G-Shock produced from Casio is no easy feat. First you have to know the guys at Casio, then you or your brand has to be cool enough to qualify. That bring us to this new G-Shock collaboration watch with Atmos Tokyo. Atmos is a Japanese brand & shop have been one of the entities that have kept the streetwear movement alive in Japan. They have chosen the popular DW-5600E-1 for their collaboration watch which features a white colorway, a strap that has star patten embossed onto it, a custom lasered back panel and a custom watch face. It even comes in a special box. This watch will be available starting April 1st and will retail for 15,750 Yen. Available at Atmos Tokyo.
Freshjive is one of the original streetwear brands that have made a big comeback in recent years. They have just released their lookbook for their Spring ‘08 collection which feature an assortment of pieces including hoodies, t-shirts, New Era fitteds and more. No surprise here as Freshjive continues their usual “street” styled clothing. You can check out the lookbook here.
The Japanese brand Wtaps has released a new pair of Slinky Optics Bad Manner Sunglasses. These cool looking shades comes in a dual tone colorway (black & white) and features a mean looking shape. We imagine that wearing these might make you look a bit like a superhero or a super villain. Nevertheless, they are now available at the Italian boutique, SlamJam.
Alife has just released a new pair of sneakers, the Alife Everybody Mid Premium. The Everybody Mid’s feature embossed full grain leather and comes in three colorways – black, red, and white. Available exclusively at twelve locations in the States which include Alife NYC, Alife LA, Bodega (Boston), Packers (Teaneck & Jersey City), Within (Philadelphia), Commonwealth (Virginia Beach & Washington D.C.), Wish (Atlanta), Premium Goods (Houston), Motive 807 (Austin), and HUF (San Francisco.
Alligator was among the stops for adidas’ “Sounds of the City” release. The popular blues label, founded in 1971 would go on to be come the premier blues label in the world, harboring some of the world’s biggest acts. The essence of Alligator Records was captured in a variety of t-shirts, button-ups and track jackets. Available now at select adidas Originals locations.
Since 1918, Chicago based American Needle has been the original purveyor of replica baseball caps. Now branching outwards into different areas, they’ve recently teamed up with the estates of African American icons, activist Malcolm X and popular comedian Redd Foxx. Three styles are seen here incorporating vivid imagery from both Malcolm X and Redd Foxx. Check your local American Needle retailers for more details.
