We’d be weary of wearing an all-over print pair of sneakers which pictures banana totting monkeys, however a redeeming quality might be that cute girls take pity on you. For the time being it appears as though Slip-Ons and Authentics are in the mix for this particular pack of skating primates with three different colorways available.
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Japanese boutique Sophnet. has revealed a series of different items set to release as part of their 2008 New Year collections. Some of the releases include a Polo shirt from Uniform Experiment (project between Sophnet. & Hiroshi Fujiwara), Sophnet. Still Trad shirts, FC Real Bristol t-shirts and Dr. Romanelli x Sophnet. Emergency Medical Division Jackets.
Over a night of cheap Zinfandel wine, cheesy 80s Disco and coupled with the booming retro theme in New York, designers at Puma combined all that is 20 years ago to produce this version of the Disc Blaze. Abstract geometric patterns and loud colorways are thrown in to complete the package. No word yet on availability.
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Outdoor enthusiast brand Marmot handed over the creative reins to Japanese brand Whiz for the 2007 Fall/Winter Collection. The two compliment each other as Marmot’s technologically advanced products are afforded an increased design flare from Whiz. Among the releases are the Unionhood and Union Jacket. Each jacket is reversible and features Solar Sensor technology. Solar Sensor tech absorbs the rays from the sun to increase insulating factor of the jackets fill. Both are available now at STLESS.
Skateboard label Lakai recently released their first ever video Fully Flared and captivated audiences worldwide. One only needs to check out the cinematic from the mini-trailers to see what people are saying. Check your local Lakai dealer for the DVD.
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The Air Jordan XXIII will release next year and will undoubtedly mark a huge defining point in the Jordan legacy. Among the celebratory items releasing alongside the XXIII is this highly detailed basketball. The old school stylings of the ball are met with some intricate laser detailings with important Jordan imagery. No word yet on the release date.
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We had hopes of doing a little reporting on North America’s biggest art event of the year on our own account, Art Basel Miami, unfortunately things didn’t materialize as we had hoped. Regardless, we’ll leave it to the capable hands of Supertouch to highlight the finest and most memorable pieces of the 15 or so shows they attended. Check the whole recap here.
The Diamond Supply Co. Scout belt has turned a few heads as of late. Referencing some popular colors from high fashion houses, their latest Checkerboard belt includes the unmistakable brown and tan of a certain French leather goods manufacturer. The metal buckle features the Diamond logo. Available now through Diamond’s web store.
As a follow up to CLOT Royale’s successful Blue Western Shirt comes a new black version. The black version is a little more subdued and understated relative to the original blue version. The shirt features silk on the yoke, cuffs and pockets. Available now at Juice with a price of $1740 HKD (approximately $228 USD).
Long-time associates and friends Ari Marcopoulous and Ad Rock (aka Adam Horovitz) of the Beastie Boys have had an extensive relationship leading back to the early 90s. Ari Marcopoulous spent some pivotal years documenting the popular group in the mid 90s. Ad Rock – Adam Horovitz is a book which features Ad Rock through the lens of Macropoulous both as a friend and insider, essentially capturing the raw essence of Adam Horovitz. Available now through Nieves.
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