These are the Vans x Raf Simons Classic Slip-Ons which are limited to only 100 pairs. They’re only available in US size 6 and are available at the Colette online store.
+ The Brilliance
It’s a good thing that Nike is starting to admit their faults around the topic of sweatshop factories.
“Sports goods giant Nike has admitted a series of abuses at its Asian factories, including forced overtime and limited access to water.The American company has published an 108-page report which acknowledges some allegations long hurled at it by human rights groups.Its report admits widespread problems in Asian factories and has been praised as “an important step forward” by observers.”
+ Crooked Tongues via Yahoo News
For the 25th Anniversary of Stussy, the have released this special 25th Anniversary iPod case. These iPod cases are already out in stores so check your local Stussy dealer to see if they have them.
+ 5th Dimension
Freshness has done an interview with graffiti artist/shoe customizer Jorone. The interview talks about his history and views about graffiti and shoe customizing.
+ Interview with Jorone
These are apparently a collaboration between Pro Keds and Undefeated as showned by the Undefeated logo on the tongue. However, we don’t know when it will be released or if it will be released. The camo patterns are quite nice though and I hope they will come out sometime in the future.
+ HK-Kicks
Graffiti artist, Mr. Cartoon, has worked with Vans to produce this new Classic Slip-On. As you can see in the pictures, the art on the slip on will be Mr. Cartoon’s famous clown designs.
+ 5th Dimension
You may have seen these from the Motug art exhibition but if you haven’t, then you must check these out. JB, the independent sneaker designer and producer has collaborated with Motug to produce these limited and very artistic sneakers. The sneaker features contributions from various artists and only 24 pairs are ever produced.
+ 5th Dimension
If you’re a Star Wars fan (or even if you’re not), you’ll probably want to get one of these (at least I do). This is the 400% Boba Fett Kubrick which stands 280cm tall! They will be limited to only 1000 pieces and will also come with accessories. Release date is April 29th, 2005.
+ Ningyoushi
Eastpak releases a series of new limited edition “Zombie Flesh Eaters” backpacks. Although the shape of the backpack is very simple, the designs for each of the backpacks are not. There are four individual design which revolve around the Zombie theme.
+ Chapter World
Need clothes to match your brand new Air Jordans? Then check out the catalog posted on Niketalk. It includes matching outfits for each shoe which include the Jordan Retro 14, Team Reign, Melo 5.5, Team Strong, Dub Zero, Team Handlez and Jeter Series 6. The apparel will be available in the holiday season of ‘05.
+ Holiday ‘05 Catalogue Pics
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