Here’s the latest collaboration for the 1st year anniversary of the magazine/store BKRW (Black Rainbow). This time, they have teamed up with XLarge to create this “OG Noir” t-shirt which utilizes the original XLarge Ape logo but of course with their own twist. The tee will be limited to 50 pieces and are available at the BKRW store now.
Here’s the latest collaboration for the 1st year anniversary of the magazine/store BKRW (Black Rainbow). This time, they have teamed up with XLarge to create this “OG Noir” t-shirt which utilizes the original XLarge Ape logo but of course with their own twist. The tee will be limited to 50 pieces and are available at the BKRW store now.
Brian Siswojo has been among a series of OGs who have brought significant awareness to the skate scene throughout Southeast Asia. His work and influence has undoubtedly gained him a wealth of respect from peers all around resulting in a collaboration with the Japanese division of big time skate publication Thrasher. The collection features button up shirts and t-shirts in various colorways. A release date is set for July 2008 and limited to Japan.
The recently revitalized Reebok Reverse Jam has just came out with a new colorway in both mid and low versions. The shoes are mainly white with nicely positioned green and yellow accents, featuring a mixture of leather and perforated leather. The mid sole has a paint splatter spotting effect with yellow and green dots. The tongue is emblazoned with a hand-written like logo. Both are currently available at Overkill.
Nom De Guerre teamed up with high-quality eyewear brand, Oliver Peoples, to produce a very classic frame that is inspired by famous 50’s musician, Roy Orbison. The frame will come in two colors, black and brown. These will only be produced in limited quantities so be sure to snatch them up when they go on sale at Oki-Ni.
In a familiar trend from BBC | Ice Cream in recent memory, the evolving brand has once again incorporated various car references into their designs for these latest products releasing this Saturday at BBC | Ice Cream Hong Kong. Aside from the two tees and denim, other pieces include signature iconography available on tee prints and belt buckles as well as a plush pillow.
BBC | Ice Cream Hong Kong
14 On Lan Street
Central, Hong Kong
p: 852.2526.7166
The Dragon Artist Project moves forward with a familiar name in artist Mike GIANT on the Calavera model. GIANT’s initial love for drawing sprouted off at a young age, eventually settling in New Mexico as a tattoo artist as he continually developed his art. A limited edition GIANT Calavera will come packaged with a set including box and booklet featuring Dragon Artist Project/GIANT projects. A suggested retail price of $125 has been set and should release at Karmaloop in coming weeks.
For many apparel brands, the thought of creating technical garments that embody their own specific visual aesthetics isn’t the hard point. However ensuring the piece meets performance standards is another more difficult task. Collaborations featuring Japanese brand Voyage by WasteTwice and mountaineering brand Lowe Alpine allow for two brands to compliment each others respective strengths and weakness’. Four jackets are available incorporating features such as a water repellent shell, cotton and hemp detailing and specific details such as map pockets and hand warmers create a strong candidate for day trips. Available now at Cueve.
Entering its 25th year of service, Casio G-Shock has become a dependable and trustworthy purveyor of durable timepieces at reasonable prices. Although a bigger phenomenon amongst Asian markets, nevertheless the G-Shock has managed to stay contemporary with new styles to compliment its reliable classics. This months releases include the G-Shock Project Team Tough Special Edition, Glorious Gold Pack, various G-LIDEs (including the much talked about In4mation collabo) and the futuristic looking G-8100.
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Skateboarding’s street revolution owes a big part to Manhattan. “Deathbowl…” is the first film to really explore skateboarding’s urban history in-depth, including many of the 70’s pioneers and current players in the game. Chloe Sevigny narrates the film and major artists, such as the Beastie Boys, have contributed music. The NYC preview of “Deathbowl to Downtown – The Evolution of Skateboarding in New York City,” is happening May 8, at the BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center. Attendees of will receive a custom giftbag designed by Worship Worthy and graphic designer Steve NIsh containing the an elephant print Nike SB wallet, Nike SB Staple Design Pigeon socks, Keep Koozie, 5Boro skateboard magnets, and a Mountain Dew Green Label Art Bottle designed by Chuck Anderson.
Deathbowl to Downtown Screening
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
199 Chambers Street (Greenwich and West Streets)
May 8, 7:00 PM Reception / 8:30 PM Screening
After-party at the Waterfront (aka The Tunnel)
224 12th Avenue at 27th St.
10 PM – 2 AM
Paul Sevigny will DJ
Open Bar provided by Mountain Dew
In commemoration of Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant and his 2008 MVP crowning, Nort has produced a Nort shirt incorporating Bryant’s logo and Lakers colors. This marks the latest chapter in this ongoing relationship which has seen the pair release a Nike Kobe x Nort pack back in 2006 featuring a limited Nike Kobe 1 and leather jacket.
On the heels of their original retail location in Singapore, What’s Good has expanded into neighboring Malaysia to open their second location in Kuala Lumpur. Look for the store to stock brands such as Kno1edge, Crooks & Castles, Haze, Hellz, In4mation, Futura Laboratories and brknhome. The grand opening party featured Hong Kong’s 24Herbs, rap artist Jin and the release of some special grand opening products.
What’s Good Kuala Lumpur
#06-69 6th Floor
Berjaya Times Square
1 Jalan Imbi
55100 Kuala Lumpur
p: +603 2148 6668
Hours: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM / Monday – Sunday
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