As one of the founders and leaders of “streetwear”, Stussy Deluxe has given Stussy a chance to create a collection of apparel to suit the more refined tastes of those who have grown up loving Stussy and the image it represented. An evident visual difference is seen across Stussy Deluxe’s collection of jackets, hoodies and button-ups. Available now at Haven.
For spring 2008, King Stampede focused on creating clean pieces that can be worn day after day. This classic look is evident in their choice of mostly solid colored fabrics alongside a minimal use of branding details on a number of button-up shirts, selvedge denim, and an updated short fit that hits just above the knee for a more mature look. The collection also includes King Stampede’s signature New Era caps and graphic tees. This time around the graphics were designed with a “one off” approach to give a stream of consciousness feeling to the collection. The imagery was influenced by mystical thinking and the psychedelic experience of visionaries such as Aldous Huxley, Gordon Wasson and Albert Hofmann. Available now at Boundless NY.
The Converse (Product) Red initiative has developed extensively since its inception, looking high and low for a wealth of interesting designers to offer their own perspectives on the philosophy of (Product) Red. One of the more interesting designers to collaborate with Converse is Umbereen Qureshi, whose talents have been applied predominately to the automotive industry. Her design focuses around a minimalist repeating image of Africa. Her design ethos was based on her learnings that inspirations should become repeated and highlighted constantly. She further highlights the uncanny ability of artists to offer strong visual messages that go beyond words. There has not been any release info yet regarding this All Star.
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In something which began late last year, Levi’s will release a new rendition of their own personally branded mobile phone. The limited edition run of 100 phones was designed with Levi’s trademark Red Tab in mind as it is featured prominently on the top. Technical specs include an MP3 player, stereo Bluetooth and 2.0 MP camera. Other accessories include a hands-free kit and metal chain with an added bonus of the ability to customize your name on the back of the phone.
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To further tribute Casio G-Shock’s 25th anniversary, an incredible partnership with Nissan’s in-house tuner brand has resulted in a special edition G-Shock x Nismo Fairlady Z. Commonly known as the 350Z elsewhere around the world, the car features obvious Nismo branding and parts as well as the addition of a limited run MRG-8000G G-Shock. This project is exclusive to Taiwan according to Conope.
Japanese hip-hop group Teriyaki Boyz are well on their way to international recognition. Their relationships with A Bathing Ape founder and resident DJ, Nigo has landed them cross-Pacific collaborations with the likes of Pharrell Williams and Busta Rhymes on their latest album “Zock On”. To commemorate the CD’s release, a package was put together including both the CD and A Bathing Ape t-shirt featuring the CD album’s artwork.
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