Japanese label Futura Laboratories just dropped some of their latest collection through the online retail outlet STLESS. Some of the pieces seen include the Plaid Ring Belt, Twisted Beanie and two shirts, the Neon Character Raglan Tee and the Military Signature Raglan Tee. Available now.
Six years in the making, Evil Monito had simple beginnings as an online magazine from within the dorm room of Rickey Kim. Years of work have finally come to fruition with a joint party which will also include the release of the Evil Monito x Kangol series of hats in Los Angeles. An interesting interactive feature for all people who RSVP is to include a jpeg picture from their childhood as Evil Monito develop the theme of “heritage”.
Info Friday – October 12, 7:30 PM-12AM 1830 Echo Park Ave Los Angeles, CA 90026 (North of Sunset on Echo Park) Live Performance by Capitol Recording Artist CJ Music Provided by: DJSTYLE (Unknown Document), GOMEZ WARREN IV, BAM (Hellz Bellz) Complimentary Drinks by 10 Cane Rum, Vitamin Water, & Tiger Beer
The Japanese division of outdoor lifestyle company Berghaus teamed up with apparel label Griffin to create a series of jackets for the elements. The collection combines the technologically advanced garments of Berghaus with the design aesthetics of Griffin in one clean package. Look for these pieces to hit the hnyee.store.
To commemorate two upcoming holidays, adidas has created the Thanksgiving and Day of the Dead Strider. The Day of the Dead Strider features a black leather upper detailed with references to Day of the Dead in the form of skulls and masks along the trademark 3 stripes. The Thanksgiving Strider uses traditional holiday coloring as well as a reinterpreted cornucopia of sneakers. Available now at FLAUGE.
The Russian designed AK-47 is largely considered one of the most well-known products of the 20th century for all the wrong reasons due to its participation in many worldly conflicts. As a tribute to the unexpected aesthetic value associated with the assault rifle, author Martin von Postler created a life-size 1:1 paper AK-47 model. The model kit features 5 sheets and an explanatory poster. It is available for purchase via Amazon.de.
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When George Marks and Bob Swanson embarked on Sierra Designs over 40 years ago, they rised the bar for outdoor equipment and created the best experience possible in the wild. Their 1965 creation of the Mountain Parka has gone on to become one of the most heralded pieces of mountaineering equipment. In an updated twist, they recently gave their Mountain Parka a Pendleton Native American inspired lining. Six different colors are available, priced at ¥ 48,300 (approximately $412 USD).
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For the upcoming colder weather, Sifury from Japan has releases several styles of beanies to keep your head warm. The first is a more conventional style whereas the second is created with mesh material. The mesh gives the beanie some texture while keeping it subtle. The beanies will come in monotone colors and is now available at BigOl’ Store.
Canada’s premiere sneaker boutique Goodfoot will release a series of scarves and beanies to help keep you warm this fall. The scarves feature tassles on each end, and are woven with either "Strictly Snappin’ Necks" or "Get On The Goodfoot" slogans. The beanies come in a variety of familiar color combos and patterns and feature the classic GDFT and G’ logos. The full Goodfoot fall collection will be available November 1st at all Goodfoot locations.
Foosh stepped onto the scene earlier this year with the debut of their in-store collection of t-shirts. Stressing the fun side of things and incorporating elements of their DJ background into various themes, their line released right around the Paris Hilton jail sentence with a Paris parody tee. Seen here is a look at their latest Foosh New Era fitted caps they designed. Aside from the use of conventional wool, they also utilized raw black denim and multi-colored flannel materials to create some clean designs. Available now through their online store.
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As Japanese store Dice&Dice celebrates its 20th Anniversary, famed street artist Futura 2000 was at the event to wow party goers with his signature steez as he put some special touches on variety of items including some blank Clarks Wallabees.
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