Fans of old school boomboxes, turntables and mics will be feeling these latest offerings from adidas. The Hip-Hop pack features a black vulcanized Stan Smith and white vulcanized Superskate slip-on. The uppers feature an allover print of the aforementioned symbols synonymous with the glory days of Hip Hop. The traditional adidas trefoil is given the graffiti treatment as well.
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Thanks to High Snobiety we have a look at a new footwear brand called Aprix, founded by Brendon Babenzien, Creative Director of Supreme and Writer/Director Michael Power. Aprix is taking a different approach than many other new sneaker brands, basing their aesthetic around trivial pursuits such as sailing and racing. Their first model, pictured here, is made of cotton and suede with a gum sole.
Brendon says “It is not meant to be a big deal and we certainly are not looking to try and make any kind of fashion statement. We are just making shoes that we like and that we think can stand the test of time. One of the most important things for us is that a customer can look back at their purchase and feel like they made a good choice, even after they have outgrown the frenetic consumerism of youth.”
Definitely a brand to look out for, Aprix plans to have 4 different shoes on the market by 2008 and is also working towards an accessory line. More photos after the jump.
With all this recent talk of Medicom Toy Exhibition 2007, what is a toy exhibition without the release of some toys for the event? The offerings from the Bearbrick side include 400% Paploo (Scout Ewok) as well as a 5-pack set of Ewoks such as Teebo, Chief Chirpa, Romba, Paploo and Lumat. Only 2007 pieces of the 400% Paploo will release. Other Bearbricks slated to release include DC Comics x Choco Q Bearbrick, a-nation’07 Bearbrick, Monster Japan Bearbrick, eproze / JUN WATANABE Bearbrick, David Flores Bearbrick, Fantastic Plastic Machine Bearbrick and Genevie`ve Gauckler Bearbrick
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A week ago, we revealed to you an upcoming project between Michael Lau and Nike Pro. Pictures of the final product have been revealed which feature not only the painted figures but also the likes of Federer, Ronaldinho and Bryant in Nike Pro gear. These figures are not available for sale to the public but Nike HK has teamed up with Yahoo HK to create an auction (June 25th – July 5th) for a chance to acquire these figures. Another opportunity to acquire this set is playing the Nike Pro Train Simulator (June 18th – July 18th).
Firmament has released their second t-shirt design in the form of this Berlin Renaissance Gryphon tee. The tee features the head of a Gryphon on a white t-shirt created by some of the best screen printers in Europe. Only a limited quantity are available online until July 1st.
At the recent Medicom Toy Exhibition in Tokyo, the classic Tokyo Tribe Hasheeme figure was redesigned by the artist KAWS. The vinyl is still recognizable as Hasheeme however the figure features new hands, new eyes and new ears all in KAW’S artist style.
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Pictures have surfaced regarding a collection of Burton Plaid Travel bags. These bags were created with the globetrotter in mind and feature numerous advantageous features for the ultimate convenience when traveling. The collection includes the Wheelie Sub (80L), Wheelie FLT Deck (50L), Wheelie DBL Deck (70L), Wheelie Cargo (60L), Roller Pack (40L) and Cargo Bag. The whole series comprises of bags with varying volumes making it easy in choosing the right size bag. Available now at Zozo Town.
Here’s a look at a pack set under the idea of “Back to School”. Included in the pack is the Air Max 90, the Dunk High and the Vandal High. The “Notebook” Dunk High features side panels similar to lined paper. The lines itself are texturized and raised. Although not visible, the “Elmers Glue” Air Max 90’s feature dried glitter glue detail on the upper. Finally, the Vandals are modeled after a Crayola box.
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The recently opened Medicom Toy Exhibition 2007 is currently taking place in Tokyo. For this event, various brands have collaborated with Medicom for a series of t-shirts. These include COMME des GARCONS shirt featuring a soccer playing Bearbrick, a Medicom Toy logo shirt stylized by Kaws and a Hysteric Glamour Bearbrick silhouette.
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CLOT celebrates it’s 3rd Anniversary this Friday June 29th. Rumor has it that DJ Just Blaze may be making an appearance at this event. Unfortunately, this event is invite only.
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Date: Friday June 29th, 2007
Time: 9:30 pm – till late
Location: Shui Ki Industrial Building, 18 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen
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