For those who have effectively replaced their television with the internet as their sole form of media, the Swoosh! Inside Nike: “Just Do It” documentary on TV has been made available for pre-order. The DVD features a supplementary 15 minutes of extended interviews with premier athletes Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Phil Knight and Tiger Woods. A list of remaining CNBC showings can be seen below.
Tuesday, February 19 12a ET
Sunday, February 24 10p ET
Friday, February 29 9p | 12a ET
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In author Chen Jiaojiao’s Brands A-Z franchise of books, the artistic direction and creativitiy of brands across the world are captured in the literary limelight. Brands A-Z: adidas focuses on adidas’ biggest and most successful campaigns through some high quality photographs. Available now at select book sellers including Amazon.
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The Nike Dunk Be True project is in full effect for 2008. A preview has dropped regarding the upcoming March Tier 0 releases which feature two contrasting styles. These include both solid colored and multi-colored designs. The Dunks utilize high quality perforated leather, smooth leather and nylon. Available March 29th at Colette and Opium in France.
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From both a retail and apparel perspective, UNDFTD has done a remarkable job of providing great concepts to their work as they continually produce interesting products. Their 2008 Spring collection has recently hit UNDFTD with the first batch of releases featuring some of UNDFTD’s trademark images and icons. Visit your nearest UNDFTD flagship store, while other accounts should receive their shipments in the near future.
The Commonwealth Edition of the DC Shoes Model Gatsby is inspired by the life and work of modernists Charles and Ray Eames, utilizing the famous “Dot” pattern developed by Ray Eames in 1947. These shoes will be released Thursday, Feb, 21st at all Commonwealth locations including www.cmonwealth.com. To celebrate we will be holding an instore reception with food drink and music provided, as well as an after party.
Filippa K is a Swedish fashion label where its philosophy of fashion is based on three things; style, simplicity and quality. Their clothes which have a contemporary, timeless style fits well and are comfortable to wear. Here are some new accessories from their Spring/Summer 2008 collection.
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Levi’s is set to release their own series of denim sneakers. What’s unique about these shoes are that not two pairs are the same. This is because Levi’s has gathered and collected jeans that have been worn, taken the material and reconstructed into something unique. Each shoe is handmade so each sneaker will have a different contruction. They will be available soon in China for $499 RMB and will be limited to 300 pairs.
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Richardsonmag.com is a project from Andrew Richardson. The website is an online magazine where contributors such as Harmony Korine, Ed Templeton, Terry Richardson and others regularly contribute to it. Other than the photography features, there are also interviews with people like Jenna Jameson and Tera Patrick. Just a warning though, this site is not work safe.
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To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the New Balance 576 model, New Balance has re-created this sneaker in a timeless colorway. This new 576 also features a vintage looking yellowed out Encap midsole and heelcup. It also comes in the original white box and in a white sneaker bag. Available at Overkill Berlin.
Here’s a pretty cool idea. 2 ReVert has created colorful jewelry pieces from excess materials that skateboard manufacturers throw away. It’s pretty nuts because you can actually see the 7 plys of maple wood from the skateboard where some plys are natural and some are coloured creating an nice pattern effect. Both Recycled Skateboard rings and earrings are available at Etsy.
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