From Guy Ritchie’s stunningly produced Take It To The Next Level commercial for Nike, comes adidas’ “Dream Big” ad for the upcoming Euro 2008 Championships. The commercial follows adidas’ core of star studded endorsed players as they hit some of the world’s smallest soccer powers. Three different locations include San Marino, Isles of Sicily (UK) and Andorra. Along each locale, the theme of “Dream Big” resonates deeply with the young up and coming players as the likes of David Beckham, Steven Gerrard, Patrick Vieira, Michael Ballack, Lionel Messi, David Villa, Lukas Podolski and Arjen Robben all feature.
From Guy Ritchie’s stunningly produced Take It To The Next Level commercial for Nike, comes adidas’ “Dream Big” ad for the upcoming Euro 2008 Championships. The commercial follows adidas’ core of star studded endorsed players as they hit some of the world’s smallest soccer powers. Three different locations include San Marino, Isles of Sicily (UK) and Andorra. Along each locale, the theme of “Dream Big” resonates deeply with the young up and coming players as the likes of David Beckham, Steven Gerrard, Patrick Vieira, Michael Ballack, Lionel Messi, David Villa, Lukas Podolski and Arjen Robben all feature.
Undercover’s 2008 spring/summer collection Summer Madness is themed after a fictional haunted hotel, “Hotel UC”. Among the pieces recently released are graphic t-shirts as well as belts, each relating back to the concept at hand. Available now at Cliffedge.
The B-Jirushi Yoshida partnership featuring Beams and Porter has revealed a new series of wallets as part of their Exotic Leather collection. the wallets incorporate rare materials to offer a well designed luxurious wallet. The two newest styles feature diamond python skin and Kanae crocodile skin. Each wallet’s details go beyond the exterior to include soft calf skin linings and are sure to age aesthetically with the owners daily use. Available now at allbeams.com.
A follow up release from the Tommie Smith x Puma Suede collection are a two-pack of sneakers based on another Puma classic, the Clyde. The shoes revolve around sprinter Tommie Smith’s achievements including a 200 m time of 19.83 seconds. Both styles reference the location, the 1968 Olympics.
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Who really knows what to make of the house, electro pop, new wave revival creeping into the mainstream? Perhaps it is the boredom of the current pop atmosphere that causes listeners to seek out music that is a bit different. What is certain is that in the coming months it is almost certain that there will be backlash, over analyzed blog posts (like these) and over exposure. But while critics attempt to rationalize it all, bands such as the Australian duo Cut Copy spearhead the movement by bringing a fresh yet vintage sound for the listeners to enjoy. Their new album “In Ghost Colours” is a lighter hearted celebratory affair then previous efforts combining elements of pulse pounding arena and indie rock with driving synthesizers that make it danceable yet lyrically assessable for the listener.
The first single “Lights & Music” is up-tempo and borderline disco. The sound harkens to a harder edged New Order or Depeche Mode with a more guitar centric sound. The video directed by Krozm, is relatively simple and straight forward with flashing lights and 80s cheap effects but matches perfectly with the actual feel of the music. The song has already become a critical and dance floor favorite and is sure to become the soundtrack to the summer.
For popular Japanese brand Mizuno built a strong base in the 1980s with their vintage model the Wave. Resurrected for 2008, the Wave TSZ follows a vintage shape with a bright colorway. The Wave aspect is maintained as seen by the midsole design. Available now at Tokishirazu.
A look into the future for what’s upcoming from giant sportswear company Nike. We’ve seen a much needed directional change from many footwear makers striving to distance themselves from previous trends in favor of more cohesive and simple color makeups. Highlights seen here include the Air Max 0, Air Max Light and the debut of a hybrid Air Max ‘87/’90. Stay tuned for more details.
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Continuing with the extensive profiling of the former Negro League of baseball, the Pittsburgh Craws and their trademark colors form the basis for this latest Blazer High. The maroon and slate gray upper includes a team logo featured on the heel. Available now at Hangtime.
The second drop from UNDFTD’s Regional Strike collection features the original location, Los Angeles. The t-shirt is a tribute to what we assume will be UNDFTD’s various locations around the world. As well with a release like this, available only at UNDFTD La on May 17th.
Photo print tees have often represented a cost effective way of representing and linking numerous icons. Whether it be events, musicians or personalities, museum neu’s Timeless Collection sources out Dennis Morris, as many of his photographic escapades around the world and with some of the world’s most influential musicians have made the jump to t-shirt form. Styles include The Sex Pistols, Run DMC and Green Day among other artists. Available now ZOZOMESSE.
Japanese footwear maker Madfoot! has been known to use many of popular silhouettes for their sneakers. This time Madfoot! releases the Idolator Hi’s inspired by the Vans SK8-HI model. The Idolator Hi’s uses Madfoot!’s signature arrows logo replacing the iconic skate brand’s logo. The classic skate silhouette will come in 4 checkered patterns (Brown/Brown, Navy/Red, Black/Pink, & Grey/Red). The Idolator Hi’s are now available in all 4 colorways at Mita
