The German collaboration juggernaut Solebox has been ripping it up lately with numerous collaborations. Their latest takes form under Reebok’s wing with the re-styling of the classic ERS 2000 running model. The very wearable gray upper features slight orange accents. The Clones foreshadow something interesting in what is perhaps a scented insole, similar to the Kool-Aid x Reebok pack previously released. A drop date won’t be set until later this year.
The German collaboration juggernaut Solebox has been ripping it up lately with numerous collaborations. Their latest takes form under Reebok’s wing with the re-styling of the classic ERS 2000 running model. The very wearable gray upper features slight orange accents. The Clones foreshadow something interesting in what is perhaps a scented insole, similar to the Kool-Aid x Reebok pack previously released. A drop date won’t be set until later this year.
Adidas Consortium just came out with some new releases for their Samba Super, Bamba, and Trimm Trab models. The Samba Super comes in a light brown color with corduroy covering the sides and uses suede for the top and the side signature 3-stripe logo. The Bamba comes in patent black leather with white stripes and bottom sole. The Trimm Trab comes in a light blue suede color with beige accents. All three shoes feature the classic Adidas logo on the tongue. The Samba Super and Bamba will be available at all Undefeated JP stores while the Trimm Trab will only be at Undefeated JP Shizuoka. Available May 31st.
Multi-talented Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park steps out of his usual musical role in his upcoming exhibit Glorious Excess (Born). The DC Shoes sponsored show is arguably his finest work to date incorporating personal revelations with pop commentary and vanitas influences. Vanitas itself is a Northern European art form dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries. The art themes itself around the transience of earthly life and the futility of vanity. Some of the associated imagery includes skulls, rotten fruit, bubbles and musical instruments, each with significant connotations. Shinoda’s exhibition includes multiple influences and a character’s time line through a contemporary society’s fascination with fame, excess and instant gratification
This event is the first of a two part series at the George and Sakaye Aratani Central Hall of the Japanese American National Museum. Aside from coinciding with Mike Shinoda’s collaborative sneaker effort with DC’s Remix collection, all the art and sneakers sold will have proceeds donated directly to the Michael K. Shinoda Endowed Scholarship at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. The event will begin on July 12th and conclude on August 3rd however an opening reception for the public and autograph signing will take place July 11 from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm.
Here’s the latest from Bape set to release this weekend at Bape Hong Kong. For those unsold on the Shark hoodie, another t-shirt version has become available incorporating Baby Milo. Continuing with the kiddie graphics are some more solid cut & sew pieces from Bape in the form of chambray button ups, polos, gingham button ups and pants. Also featured in this week’s releases are some accessories such as hanging plush toys and pouches. Dropping this Saturday, May 31st.
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While it seems as though Jordan Brand has slowed down with its retro releases, replacing some of your favorite classics is an influx of hybrid models referencing both other out of Jordan Brand models such as the Air Force 1 as well as collective creations utilizing popular Jordans. One of these recent hybrid instances is the Six Rings which includes many obvious references to models such as the XI, XIII and VII. Starting off things is an iconic Bulls colorway, set to release on August 16th.
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Upon its release, the Insta Pump Fury broke barriers in both technical innovation and aesthetics. Although Reebok haven’t had the greatest success continuing with the infamous Pump technology, the Pump Fury has still been a ground breaking sneaker and fan favorite. A new series of original colorways will be re-introduced in original colors, starting this Saturday at atmos.
For Rodolphe Marconi and much of the rest of the fashion world, heralded designer Karl Lagerfeld has presented himself as a bit of an enigma. In an attempt to understand a man that has such a huge impact on fashion, filmmaker Rodolphe Marconi set out to create the Lagerfeld Confidential, a film which features an in-depth look into Lagerfeld’s life. Everything from his design process and interviews to partying with the stars are seen in a film which entered the cutting room with over 150 hours of filming. Available now at colette.
In an unlikely pairing, Japanese retailer Beams has linked up with world convenience store giants 7-ELEVEN in the creation of a pack of stationary. The pack includes the likes of pens, notepads and glue sticks. Available at what we assume is 7-ELEVEN stores across Japan.
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Former The Source magazine art director Chi Modu has a fruitful relationship with hip-hop. Before the days of mainstream popularity, Chi Modu is among the elements that contributed to the monumental uprising of hip-hop through his impeccable talent behind the camera lens. From numerous top selling covers to photographing album art, Modu has had powerful experiences which are captured in this latest collection of t-shirts done with brands Nitraid and Expansion. The shirts each depict various hip-hop related imagery, with the grainy images of the era contributing to the reality of a culture once different from its current stages. Available now at Zygord.
Levi’s Oldest Oldest Pack features the recreation of one of Levi’s oldest living memories from the illustrious Levi’s archives. Uncovered in 1875, the Oldest Oldest denim overalls were found in a Nevada mining town. While the original pair is at Levi’s headquarters in San Francisco locked away in a fire-proof safe, Levi’s have recreated this important piece of history. The 9 oz denim features shank buttons, patented rivets, single needle Arcrute, cinch back and a lone back pocket. Available with a vintage styled shirt and back, the Oldest Oldest pack is currently only available for pre-order among hanon shop’s Silver and Gold members.
Kraken Opus is a producer of large format luxury books featuring iconic personalities and institutions. Kraken Opus is a publishing division of Kraken Sport and Media Limited, the merger of the two is allowing them to expand their horizons beyond purely sports icons. Their latest development is the Kraken Opus x Vivienne Westwood. “Active Resistance to Propaganda” only 900 copies of the book were made in 9 different cover designs and the first editions (all signed by Westwood) are to be auctioned off for charity. The book is set to break the record for one of the largest fashion books to ever be published. Inside exhibits 198 pages of 97, never before seen, photos taken on one of the world’s largest Polaroid cameras. The photos each measure 50cm x 60cm. The literature itself is a manifesto by the woman herself.
