Back in 1991, Dee Brown shocked basketball fans everywhere with his infamous no look dunk at the NBA All-Star Game. At the time, his sneaker of choice the Pump Omni Lite would go on to become a favorite amongst the basketball contingency later materializing into Dee Brown’s own signature the D-Time two years later in 1993. Fifteen years have passed and to remember the heroics of Dee Brown, Reebok has released a special anniversary pack including two OG colors of the Pump Omni Lite and D-Time. Check your local Reebok lifestyle dealer for availability.
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In what could lead up to an interesting release later this year, unconfirmed reports are stating that the Air Force 1 HTM Croc may be set for a retro 4 years after its original release. The HTM designation references three big innovators in Hiroshi Fujiwara, Tinker Hatfield and Mark Parker who have previously collaborated on a handful of releases. A suggested time line is late summer of 2008, available in its original black and brown colorways.
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With no end in sight, the United Front has been busy as of late catering to not only the grand opening of Stussy Toronto but also a handful of in-house lines. NVSBL Tailors is one to add to the list of projects from the Canadian entity. With little information, the focus seems to be linked to leather jackets. Stay tuned for more details and check a Karl Marx look-a-like in action in their lookbook for 2008 fall.
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With it becoming a well known fact the Tokyo chapter of UNDFTD, here’s a look at the t-shirt set to release this Saturday at the store’s one year anniversary. The Number One tee features prominent logos on the front with a celebratory note on the back.
In a clash of colossal Japanese brands, Visvim and Number (N)ine have linked up for a jacket collaboration set to release mid-April. The jacket body itself is simple with three different patterns available. The use of a Visvim favorite, Gore-Tex and their technical design ability is offset with Number (N)ine’s well known style of design. Available April 19th at F.I.L. and Number (N)ine locations in Japan. Suggested retail price has been pegged at
¥134,400 JPY (approximately $1,340 USD).
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One True Saxon and their timeless aesthetic is something that many of us look forward to season after season. Their knack for quality materials and ultra-wearable clothing is something many brands try to emulate. Their 2008 spring collection features the 3 Button Bedford Cord jacket, Hood jacket and the Bold Stripe Long-Sleeve knit. Available now through hanon shop.
Back in the days where there was no coined term for what this “culture” all represents, XLarge was around doing their thing as creators of intelligent and witty commentary via t-shirts. As part of a select few that has weathered that storm all these years, here’s a look at their 2008 Spring/Summer collection of tees.
With our look at the Futura x Stussy “Destiny” collection yesterday, we saw the strong influences of prints created exclusively for the Destiny collection by Futura. The latest use of the Destiny Jungle Camo can be seen on the Pillica sandal from Tatami. Available this weekend, March 29th with a suggested price tag of ¥23,940 JPY (approximately $239 USD).
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As a tribute to the 1st anniversary of Tokyo’s UNDFTD, the sneaker retailer powerhouse has aligned itself with Medicom Toys on a set of 100% and 400% Bearbricks. A matching pin-striped t-shirt will also be available upon the release. The pack will be available this Saturday, March 29th at UNDFTD Tokyo.
UNDFTD Tokyo
4-28-2 Jingumae, Houseton Bldg. 2 FL
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Japan
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2008 was a huge year for Stussy as they opened several new Stussy Flagship stores in North America. The new stores which have already opened include Stussy Honolulu, Stussy Las Vegas and Stussy Toronto. The latest and perhaps last Stussy store that’s opening this year is the Stussy Washington DC Flagship store. Partnering up with Omar Quiambao who also owns Commonwealth, this new Flagship store will have its opening party on April 3rd with Biz Markie as the special guest DJ.
Stussy Opening Party
Chloe
2473 18th Street NW
Washington DC
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