Since 2003, New York Collective Nom de Guerre have created stunning collections. “The World As Will And Idea” is their properly titled Fall/Winter 2008 Collection. With the high-end military theme in effect they have designed amazing clothing combining modern fashion with an emphasis on basics. Be sure to check out their latest lookbook for the current season along with past work on the Nom De Guerre website available now.
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1987 marked the debut of not only one of the most iconic skate graphics of all time, the “Screaming Hand” but also the release of Puma’s popular First Round Hi. As an homage to the most credible skate brands around, Puma will release a Screaming Hand influenced First Round Hi sneaker, including a matching t-shirt. The First Round features many design influences linked to the Jim Phillips designed Screaming Hand. Four different laces will be included upon the release, which has yet to be announced.
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One of the newest additions to Upper Playground’s numerous sub-collections is its Premium line of t-shirts. Among the new features are a refined and slimmer fit to go alongside higher quality cotton. Check your local Upper Playground dealer for the 2008 spring Premium Collection.
With the inaugural Formula Drift taking place this past weekend, a sell out crowd of over ten thousand people were on hand to witness the latest craze in motorsports. Among the attendees were Rob Dyrdek and the Rogue Status crew, Catherine Kluthe (Miss Formula DRIFT) and Rampage Quentin Jackson (UFC Light Heavyweight Champion). The eventual winner was Chris Forsberg in his Nissan 350Z. The next stop on the tour is at Road Atlanta’s “Feel the Heat” on May 9th and 10th.
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With David Z.’s 25th anniversary, the New York based retailer has put together a handful of projects previously encompassing both Red Wing and Asics. The latest team up involves world re-known boat shoe makers Sebago. The partnership includes two colors, black and gray and Sebago’s well known attention to detail and fit. Available now at David Z..
Originally seen back in February was an upcoming collaborative effort between Singaporean sneaker store Leftfoot, New Balance and famous sneaker customizers SBTG and Methamphibian. The duo set forth with the theme of “Heaven and Hell”, an evolution of their initial plan of basing it on East (SBTG) meets West (Methamphibian). The two colors on the surface are distinguished by black and white, however upon further inspection, details come to life in a series of intricate highlights and exploration that pushes the realm of sneaker design. A special slide box is included which features a tiger camo print which enables you to place the slide-out portion and the box together to create a full out art piece. The sneakers will be available April 18th at Leftfoot Singapore.
Teaming up with the 2005 House music documentary The UnUsual Suspects, Stussy has released a special tee based on the Italian version of the movie. Unfortunately for Italian fans of the movie and Stussy, the blue t-shirt set is not for sale.
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After a temporary hiatus, the CLOT Royale collection has returned with this latest Head Porter team-up on an iPod Case/Pouch. Referencing their roots as well as previous CLOT Royale products, the Head Porter template is highlighted by features such as their trademark silk pattern with a “C” flag set against the HP badge. Two models include black and yellow. Available at the grand re-opening of Juice starting this weekend.
Pioneering hardcore punk band Bad Brains finds themselves at the center of an upcoming collaboration with Supreme and Vans. Revolving around the bands colors are three Vans SK-8 HIs each interchanging the colors red, green and yellow. No word yet on a release date.
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With the swirling rumors and gossip surrounding the fate of Hong Kong retailer Juice and its brand CLOT following the Edison Chen scandal, the group has released a “Business As Usual” t-shirt to mark the re-opening of Juice this Friday. Also be on the lookout for an upcoming interview with Edison Chen you don’t want to miss.
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