On the heels of the latest developments regarding Kanye West’s exclusive Nikes, comes a full blown detail shot of one of the most mysterious and anticipated sneakers in recent memory. The visible Air unit high top features perforated leather and a patent leather strap. Once again, no word yet on availability.
Although the last few months have been a whirlwind of drama for Hong Kong’s multi-talent Edison Chen, we recently had an opportunity to discuss with the star regarding the revamping of not only his current personal life but also the status and progression of his boutique Juice and his lifestyle label CLOT. The outspoken and sometimes controversial personality has some stern words for the world in his first public interview following his scandal. Juice and CLOT co-owner Kevin Poon also offers his own insights on the new direction of CLOT and the conceptualization of the newly renovated Juice which opens Saturday, April 19th. This re-opening will be met by the release of the “Business As Usual” t-shirt. The interview can be seen after the jump.
Juice53 Paterson Street2/F Flat ACauseway Bay, Hong Kong
Here’s a look at this week’s releases from Neighborhood, set to release this Saturday at Hoods Hong Kong. The release includes the Stripe.Tie Two button-up, Plaids.PW button-up, Gresco. Swing jacket and Black Icon. Savage Narrow denim.
Hoods Hong KongNo. 12 On Lan StreetCentral, Hong Kongtel: 852.2162.8009
Starting this week, each Friday will culminate in a series of top stories as chosen by the HYPEBEAST staff. Each pick includes additional commentary on exactly why this is their respective picks of the week. Our staff picks this week ranges from a Bearbrick art exhibition, Bape rug, Leftfoot x New Balance collabo and Acronym’s 2008 spring/summer collection. Check the staff picks after the jump.
Fresh for this week from BBC | Ice Cream are the following items. A mix-match of products range from an emphasis on t-shirts but also include denim, a button-up and trucker cap. Bold graphics are seen all around and are available this Saturday at BBC | Ice Cream Hong Kong.
BBC | Ice Cream Hong Kong14 On Lan StreetCentral, Hong Kongp: 852.2526.7166
The quality of Michael Linnell bags has resulted in the brand becoming the number one go to supplier of bags for the United Kingdom’s postal service. In a collaboration that enters the fashion realm, Silas has rebranded one of these quality bags. Two colors include black and blue.
Source: Unbar
In what amounted to a ridiculous amount of press over Kanye West’s Nikes worn at the Grammys, Kanye West was spotted wearing a new colorway of his fabled Nikes on his Glow in the Dark Tour. Straight from Kanye’s mouth has slated they will see a retail roll out but no word yet on a date.
Source: Kanye West, Individual Sole
The always popular line of Visvim backpacks have been updated for the 2008 spring/summer collection. The majority of these bags are created in low-key understated colors albeit with attention garnered by the use of colorful zippers. Both the Ballistic 20 and Ballistic 25 (formerly know as the K Pack) are available in black/blue, green/orange and tan/yellow. Available now at select Visvim dealers including Re In Force.
A new update has taken place at Berlin’s Nike iD Studio. New materials and colors go hand in hand to provide a more thorough experience. A vast palette of colors has been updated as well as the inclusion of nubuck, full grain leather and other fabrics. Unfortunately the studio is only for invites only.
Source: Dunkbar
In a second collaboration, Japanese fashion label Undercover has re-aligned itself with well-known sandal makers Birkenstock. The printed leather portion references a pattern previously seen on their Chukka model. A hard sandal to pull of either way, look for these to hit select Undercover accounts soon.
Source: Jun Takahashi
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