Nike will release a new set of Court Forces later this month each possessing earthy toned colors with the use of a tan/brown camo on the collar. A high and low version of this hardwood classic are available later this month at Atmos and other Nike accounts.
The younger and sportier Levi’s FLU collection takes a definitive more leisurely and contemporary approach to their designs. Two new cuts, the 757 and 737 are available with yoke and pocket highlights as well an asymetrical inseam. The 757 is available in a regular wash while the 737 comes in a loose fitting used wash.
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Scott Patt’s creative mind was put to work in this upcoming Converse (PRODUCT) RED release. The colorful 100 Ripples of Hope design holds it’s inspiration under the pretense that energy is the catalyst for change with the different colors representing different people. Available at (PRODUCT) RED stockists this month.
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Jay-Z recently opened the doors to his latest 40/40 Club in Las Vegas. The chain of sports bars were conceived by Jay-Z to create an atmosphere of luxury while intermingling Jay-Z’s love of sports. The 24,000 square foot Las Vegas grand opening will be housed in the luxurious Palazzo hotel. The high end sports lounge includes 85 plasma TVs in addition to 5 VIP rooms and 24kt gold and platinum floors. 2008 will see the addition of two Asian 40/40 clubs in Macau and Tokyo.
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A cornerstone of the Dirty South hip-hop movement, Pimp C of UGK unforunately passed away early last month. His partner in crime, fellow artist and sneakerhead Bun B was given a special 1 of 1 Air Jordan I Low white croc colorway bearing a R.I.P. Pimp C stamp. Always one to wear all of his kicks, these mark a first in which Bun B will keep on ice.
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Two new pieces from Recon’s in-store label have been made available. The Leather Zip Hood features a smooth black leather body while the MR-3 jacket includes subtle pinstripes and a hood. Available now online through Recon and at select retailers.
Converse has released a new pair of One Star Oxfords featuring a distressed leather upper with a patent stripe along the midsole. Two different colorways are available in either black or white. Check your local Converse dealer for availability.
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Vancouver based Arc’teryx can easily be considered among the leading purveyors of outdoor lifestyle gear. Together, local Vancouver fashion institution Richard Kidd and Gourmet will release a capsule of products together with the heralded outerwear brand. Check back for more releases.
The Japanese label Devilock has been making noise lately especially with their collaboration with CLOT on the Devilclot project. Here is a t-shirt Devilock will be releasing to commemorate the New Year. The t-shirt comes in two colors – black and white. The black version will have two variations, either a gold foil or a silver foil logo print. The t-shirts will retail for 6,090 Yen and will be available in Devilock retailers on January 3rd.
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Many say that since Bape stepped foot on American soil, it has lost its popularity amongst folks in Japan. But from the looks of these pictures, that might not be exactly true. The new Bape store opened today in Harajuku, Japan and over 1000 people lined up before 9AM to pick up goods including the offical Harajuku Bape tee as well as other items like the leather Shark Hoodie.
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