With the consolidation of Nike’s Tech Pack into Nike Sportswear, early fans of the Tech Pack (us included) were still able enjoy a great range that featured technicality and performance with great aesthetics, well into Nike Sportswear’s recent re-launch. Although some many have had trouble choosing Nike’s Tech Pack offerings over established technical brands, Nike has made another strong case with these two highly technical jackets. Made with that same seamless bonding technology we saw debuted last year, the technology returns on these well-engineered jackets. Set to release later this year as part of Nike Sportswear’s 2008 fall collection.
With the consolidation of Nike’s Tech Pack into Nike Sportswear, early fans of the Tech Pack (us included) were still able enjoy a great range that featured technicality and performance with great aesthetics, well into Nike Sportswear’s recent re-launch. Although some many have had trouble choosing Nike’s Tech Pack offerings over established technical brands, Nike has made another strong case with these two highly technical jackets. Made with that same seamless bonding technology we saw debuted last year, the technology returns on these well-engineered jackets. Set to release later this year as part of Nike Sportswear’s 2008 fall collection.
Even in this weak state of economy, it seems that the power of streetwear cannot be stopped. HUF, the famed San Francisco streetwear/skate retailer started by Keith Hufnagel, is expanding its empire and will be opening their 5th location in Los Angeles this Saturday, May 31st. Among the special grand opening items are a series of t-shirts created with none other then Stussy and the special Satin SK8-HIs seen recently. Check out the new store if you’re around the area.
HUF Los Angeles
410 N. Fairfax
Los Angeles, CA 90036
A fruitful week has come to a close. This week was marked by a more than average amount of events going down thrown in commemoration of upcoming Diesel and Coach stores opening new retail locations in Hong Kong. Personal highlight was probably the chance to meet a living legend in Stussy founder Shawn Stussy and hear him talk so candidly about his experiences with many influential people of today and laying the brickwork to what is before us now. All this based on the creation of an innocent brand at a time when there was no designation or classification for what Stussy represented. This week’s staff picks includes choices such as the Perspective chair, FUCT x Zippo Japan lighter and COMME des GARCON wallets.
In my mind, no way anybody can hate on these upcoming Nike Air Maxs, featuring colorways referencing some of Nike’s all-time favorites in the Air Safari and Air Mowabb. For those who have never had the chance to grab a pair of Atmos x Nike Air Max 1 B, the Safari’s are a more then suitable substitute. Allegedly within this pack is also the Air Stab Runnin’ Gunnin’. According to Wellgosh, a release date is set for June 27th.
Two established toy makers in Japan’s Bounty Hunter and the UK’s Amos Toys have banded together to mix up two of each brands’ marquee figures. The creation of the King Kun vinyl includes both Amos Toys’ King Ken and Bounty Hunter’s Skull Kun. No word yet on a release date.
This upcoming collection of footwear features the similar themes as previous releases consistent with Caol Uno (10AC) collaborative projects. Keeping things utterly simple, are a pure white colorway with the use of woven materials. This theme can be seen over the Trainer Dunk Low SP, Air Max 1 Premium and Air Zoom Talache Low. Available soon at select Nike dealers.
Editor’s Note Due to miscommunication, this is NOT a 10AC collaboration.
Let’s have small recap here just to see if you’re keeping up (yes students there will be a test on this later). Kanye West drops his highly anticipated third album “Graduation” amidst an ingenious giant marketing campaign pitting him against 50 cent. Kanye walks away victorious in the record sales race and his new album is highly praised by critics as a successful mesh of infectious pop, soul full hip hop and a healthy dose of electro. One of the standout tracks on the album is “Flashing Lights”. The song combines soft melody with hard electronic kicks and snares as Kanye cryptically raps about the pitfalls of materialism and the trappings of fame. Because this was obviously going to be a surefire single, almost immediately fans began to discuss what they think the video will look like down to the director he may choose.
However, when the Spike Jonze directed video was released in all of its lingerie clad, Rita G slow motion glory (thank you Spike) the short clip baffled some fans and was lauded by others as a masterpiece. Version 2 of the video leaked on the internet about a week ago and was much more literal then the first version. The video showed another model obviously deeply intertwined in the night life and the danger and tragedy that can come from it. Just a few days ago, yet another version of the video was leaked on the internet and seems to be frustrating and delighting fans equally. This version seems to have no connection with the other two videos and appears to be a cinematic cross between a horror film and high fashion couture add. As far as storyline goes, it’s hard to make rhyme or reason of it but we don’t mind watching again and again.
Street wear and hip hop are a seamless mesh. Therefore, it is not surprising that one of the top brands at the moment, 10 deep hooked up with one of the top underground MCs, Wale for a collaboration t-shirt celebrating and commemorating the release of Wale’s highly anticipated new mix tape entitled “Mix tape About Nothing”. What is surprising is that the mix tape and the shirt draw inspiration from 90s sitcom staple Seinfeld, whose only sign of street wear and hip hop seemed to be the endless supply of sneakers that graced Jerry’s feet in each episode.
However, when the mix tape is digested and listened to in its entirety it’s apparent that Wale has taken the eccentric and convention destroying elements that Seinfeld captured and utilized it as in his own schizophrenic rhyme schemes. The good people at 10 deep have made the Costanza inspired mix available for free download at their official website starting today. The t-shirt is also available in limited edition “Serenity Now!” tee is an instantly recognizable catchphrase to any die hard Seinfeld fan. Also, each purchase made from the 10 Deep webstore during the first week of June will come with a hard copy of the mix tape.
You can listen to the mixtape [HERE]
Aside from being all around good people, San Francisco’s HomeRoom has made their mark in the industry via a great cut & sew program. Mixing this concept with their fun visual tees, the 2008 spring/summer collection brings another solid range of apparel. Some of the pieces seen here include the a nylon “wet look” windbreaker, zip-up sweater, button-up, t-shirts and 5-panel caps. Available now at homeroomstore.com.
Levi’s Fenom has kept it consistent with a Western theme and released a latest collection of button-up shirts. The summer short-sleeve shirts feature a striped motif with different colorations and washes. Inside the pocket is the trademark Fenom logo. Available now at select Levi’s Fenom dealers.
Nike’s latest rendition of the legendary Windrunner keeps things relatively simple. The top portion of the Windrunner jacket features the use of translucent material which yields an interesting effect dependent on what you’re wearing beneath the jacket. Red and white will be available soon at select Nike retailers.
