News has run rampant regarding the upcoming Hoods Hong Kong store opening next month in Hong Kong. Honeyee Mag Vol. 4 will cover the reasoning behind Neighborhood/WTAPS and their choosing of Hong Kong relative to other big cities. The overall theme of Vol. 4 is a worldwide adventure with other information including the previously seen Fragment x Nintendo DS Lite. Available in Japan on March 17th.
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As a photographer, Shawn Mortensen’s talents and skills have resulted in him becoming a powerful force in the photography community. His work includes fashion and music as well as provocative and touching photo essays spanning the globe. The official opening party taking place tonight includes a series of never before available photographs for sale including personalities such as Tupac, Biggie, Snoop, James Brown, Sonic Youth and the Beastie Boys among others. Other highlights include a special bound ‘zine documenting Mortensen’s work since 2001 and recently found deadstock prints of a collaborative effort with Shepard Fairey. The exhibition will take place tonight at the Max Fish Gallery in New York.
Shawn Mortensen Out of Mind Exhibition
Thursday, March 6th
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Max Fish Gallery
178 Ludlow Street {half block south of Houston St}
Lower East Side
New York City, NY 10002
After much news and fanfare, the Dr. Romanelli x Converse Chuck Taylor All Star will hit UNDFTD today. The All Star created as part of the (PRODUCT) RED initiative has side benefits as it doubles as a humanitarian effort in bringing in the private sector to benefit. The shoe itself is covered in bandages as a reminder there is a fix for a positive change. Check your local UNDFTD dealer for availability.
Juno of Hong Kong lifestyle brand SiLLY THING has teamed up with Japanese jewelry and accessories label JAM HOME MADE on a pair of sunglasses. The new direction of SiLLY THING has been foreshadowed by many as ST looks to present a more mature aesthetic, which is signified by this collaboration. No word yet on a release date but be on the look out for more photographs.
To correspond with the Medicom Toy Futura Bearbrick which was shown last year, a matching collection of clothing has been unveiled. Aside from the original tees shown, there’s a further collection of items including raglan S/S tees, lighters, fitted caps and distressed selvedge denim. All the items will be available at the FL Shop on March 8th, while the denim will be released early next month.
In a new upcoming personal project for Alex Valdman of HomeRoom, he has looked to some of his most inspirational peers to recreate and reinterpret some of their previous hits. The first one on deck is a rehash of HUF’s collection of Hufquake hoodies created by Benny Gold as he combines separate hoodies into an all new piece. Other anticipated pieces include Stussy, Nautica, Polo, Marc Jacobs, Dior, Original Sears and Levis work wear (circa 1960’s).
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uthor Ian Lynam delves deeper into the intricacies of the graffiti world as he attempts to bridge the connection between type design and graffiti itself. The 244 page book spans interviews from artists around the world as they offer their insights on not only the origin of graffiti but also topics of issue such as the development in various contexts. Available for sale at a price of $25 USD directly through Parallel Strokes.
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In an attempt to strike a balance with vintage and the contemporary, this has become Garbstore’s theme and concept from season to season. In their most recent collection, each piece holds a firm grasp of the past (most notably vintage military apparel) as it receives a present day update. Pieces include the Flying Jacket, Nam Battle Shirt, M.O.D. M6 Jacket, Ricky Was Mechanic Shirt, 70s Repro Knit and Army Jumper. Available now at Hanon Shop.
A touch of class? The wingtip dress shoe has crossed paths with Nike’s Dunk in this two pack of sneakers. The two-tone black/white offerings includes detailed perforations that start at the middle of the toebox and peel back towards the edges, hence the Wingtip designation. Look for these to hit the feet of High School proms goers as they show their graduating class how big of a sneakerhead they are.
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Deluxe has unveiled their newest additions to their 2008 Spring collection. On a superficial level, the garments are simple with discrete details playing a huge part in the character of each piece. This drop includes denim, knits and accessories among other things. Available through the Bridge Store.
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