Burton’s footwear brand Gravis has released a patent “Black Box” version of their Tarmac Royal model. Another reverse colorway includes a more subdued white leather flip. Both feature perforated uppers for comfort and breathability. Available through Flauge
As Upper Playground endorsed artists, Saber & David Choe touched down in the UK late last month, the two are each showing their works at respective locations. David Choe’s Murderous Heart exhibition opened up at the Lazarides Gallery in Newcastle. The sketches cover some interesting and provocative material which combined some refined looks mixed with some rudimentary styles.
David Choe @ Lazarides Gallery
Number 8 Greek Street
Soho, London
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The Japanese brand Sophnet. under the helm of Hirofumi Kiyonaga will be releasing a shop exclusive Patchwork Collection. Most people probably cannot pull off the patchwork look properly but if you think you can, this collection might be for you. Three different items are included in this series including a jacket, a shirt and shorts. Two colors of patchwork are available as well. As mentioned before, these are only available at the Soph. store in Japan.
In association with one of Japan’s premier dancehall acts Mighty Crown (and creators of the subsequent Nike Dunk), Nine Rulaz Line fuses some of that same dancehall mentality as well as taking bits of American culture, Japanese culture and club culture to complete their ethos. For their 5th anniversary, Nine Rulaz and Mighty Crown created a special CD accompanied by Kuumba incense and a Garni incense holder.
Alife, a New York based brand, has been considered one of the more respected streetwear brands in the industry. Because of this, Alife has had the opportunity to work with many sneaker companies including Asics. After last year’s collaboration on the Gel Lyte, they’re at it again and will be releasing this upcoming sneaker. Unfortunately no news of when they will be released.
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As previously mentioned, the famous photographer Terry Richardson will have a new exhibition at the Paris boutique, Colette, in conjunction with Supreme and Kermit the Frog. Every season, Supreme surprises us with the people (or in this case, a Muppet) they work with including boxer Mike Tyson or pornstar Tera Patrick from previous seasons. This time around, Kermit the frog will be the face of Supreme with Kermit t-shirts and skate decks being released. If you’re in town, make sure to drop by Colette to check out this exhibition, if not, just check out these pictures.
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