While most people are familiar with the Chuck Taylor All-Star, a look here reveals some lesser known Converse models such as the Weapon Ox, Chevron Star and Pro Leather. These models are part of the latest Chevron & Star campaign. Available now at Mita.
An exclusive Brazil only version of the Nike Blazer is set to release this month. Created with inspirations from vinyl, the black leather upper of the Blazer includes patent lines to signify the grooves seen on vinyl. The Blazers will release only at Sao Paulo shop, Art Walk. Release date is set for December 10th.
Image: SneakersBr.
Last month, Stussy ran an interview with the people behind the book Mascots & Mugs. The book documents the characters and cartoons from some of graf’s most notable and important artists. A series of t-shirts with artists such as Blade, Tack, Daze and Doc were created. Available now through Stussy Direct.
In association with the latest installment of the Batman series, Dark Knight, backpack makers Eastpak teamed up with Japanese store Kinetics to produce a Batman backpack. The bag captures Batman’s well-known symbol in all-over print fashion. The bag will be available December 22nd through Chapter World.
Although claiming it’s roots in Sacramento, music store Tower Records developed a huge chain of stores in Japan which ultimately extended into a free magazine publication and a series of cafes. Design firm G1950 teamed up with Tower Records on a limited edition Porter tote bag. Two styles with different straps are available through Tower Records.
Image: SECRET BASE
Contemporary lifestyle label Silas has just released some new pieces which include some long-sleeve offerings, the Epistaxis, Amazonas and Internal Organs. Each design is available in different colors and incorporate large bold graphics. Also releasing soon are accessories such as belts and key chains. Available now at Dedue.
Chicago based boutique Saint Alfred has collaborated with Hawaiian based clothing label Flip The Bird along with Ghostface and Def Jam Records for this not for sale t-shirt. This tee will only be available to a few lucky people at Ghostface’s Chicago album release party. Only 40 tees will be made so if you’re looking for this t-shirt, check out more information on the party at www.stalfred.com.
With a product catalog that has encompassed 100 years, Converse have a vast collection of products and inspirations to choose from as they celebrate a milestone 100th Anniversary. Their campaign is slated to release 100 different Converse models between December 2007 and March 2008. The inaugural December release will see some archival models released dating back to 1922 to 1999. Each pair will be packaged in a special commemorative edition blue box. Stay tuned for more details regarding the monthly releases.
Image: Converse THANK YOU! WANT YOU! via Kix-Files
With winter in full effect, most people are probably venturing outside in their full winter gear. realmad HECTIC has unveiled their latest collection of jackets which feature both a mix of classic and simple colorways alongside more liberal offerings. Some of the styles include stadium jackets, down bubble jackets and more technical and sports inspired cuts.
More ▾