As America’s favorite past time, baseball has not be without it’s fair share of political issues. From the current steroid scandal to gambling issues in the past, the Broken Halos concept emerged as the nickname of the Angels franchise following some divided moves which began in 2005. Over the years, the Angels franchise has endured various name changes, from it’s original name the Anaheim Angels to the California Angles in 1965, and back to the Anaheim Angels in 1997 while under the control of Disney. However in 2005, new owner Arte Moreno wanted to develop the Los Angeles media market and wanted a renaming to the Los Angeles Angels. Although fans alike fought furiously to preserve the roots of the team, a name change went forth. The resulting Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim is a direct example of the power of money over the preservation of history. The Angels have fallen and in their place, Broken Halos remain. In this collaboration between Estate LA and Triumvir, the two pay tribute to Angels organization with a collection of t-shirts and fitted caps. These pieces will release as part of Triumvir’s Spring collection which drops in March.
The Prince of Thieves design from Triumvir was inspired largely in part by Russian prison tattoos and the symbolism behind the Prince of Thieves concept. Although not a new design, the t-shirt has been re-released in its original black and white colors as well as a new heather grey color. Available for sale via Triumvir.
The latest release from Triumvir is definitely not your typical foam trucker cap. Although this trucker hat features the traditional snap back closure and mesh panel backing, the front uses man made leather to emulate the diamond quilted pattern many of us have grown to enjoy over the past year. Available now in three colors at triumvir.com.
January 18th will mark the release of the latest Legio XIII collection from Triumvir. Themed after death squads often associated with political regimes developped by military power, the dark collection includes t-shirts, fitted caps, raglan baseball jerseys and hoodies. Check Triumvir for more details as they release.
Here’s a look at California based Triumvir’s 2007 Holiday Collection. The Polka Dot Button Up is a tailored dress shirt featuring matte black rivets and Crack Skull embroidery. Polka-dots don’t usually connote elegance but the sophisticated fit gives the edginess a sense of maturity and the lean silhouette can be refined enough to wear in the evening. The latest drop also includes the Crack Slim Hood, and the Brush Them Off t-shirt, which marks part two of three in the official collaboration series with legendary 1950’s American pin-up artist, Gil Elvgren. Available soon at select Triumvir dealers.
After teaming up with fellow Southern California based company 530medialab for their website revamp, it’s only suiting that Triumvir would release follow-up package. The Black Friday pack consists of a matte black tin lunch box, a t-shirt, two logo pins, and six stickers. Since the majority of both teams grew up in Orange County, California and ending up working in the same industry but in different mediums, the tattoos on the t-shirt represent the divergent paths of the two brands. Limited to 100 pieces. Available "Black Friday", November 23 at triumvir.com and 530medialab.com for a price of $65 USD.
To complement their recent 2007 Fall Collection, Triumvir has released the much anticipated "fuck your clique" design. Based on the traditional Snellen chart used for visual acuity testing, this online exclusive drop includes both t-shirts and crewneck sweaters in a variety of colorways. Available now only at triumvir3.com.
The quilted Lion Parka is a strong piece from Triumvir inspired by medieval chain mail armor. The Lion Parka ties a hint of history with a mix of modernism by using matte pyramid studs and a pocket for the very necessary MP3 player. A subtle sense of sophistication is applied with interchangeable cuff and collar straps combined with a soft satin lined interior. Available in select stores next week and online at triumvir3.com on October, 17th.
Photography: Quang Le of photosalaquang.com
