WTAPS and Vans Vault have teamed up to offer a Fall ’13 collection of sneakers, based on a number of the skate shoe company’s classic models. Initially coming together back in 2011 to release the ‘Burgundy Bones’ pack, the latest collection is slightly more pared back with tonal suede uppers featuring on the Chukka Boot, Sk8-Hi,…
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If ever there was a polarizing shoe released by Nike, this would probably be it. Since it was first unveiled it has divided opinion, with lovers and loathers both loudly voicing their thoughts on the silhouette – perhaps Nike’s plan all along. I’m ready to admit that I think it’s brilliant; why the hell not…
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Here is a look at an interesting project between Uniqlo and Medicom, with the two Japanese entities finding middle ground with pop culture orientated ventures to come together with the “UT” collection. Consisting of a limited release of tees and the iconic Bearbrick, there are 9 designs applied to the tees and when you pick up…
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London’s The Goodhood Store always produce interesting and well-styled seasonal lookbooks, with SS13 being no different. Their latest output, entitled, Art of Looking Sideways, sees Francesca Chantell androgynously model the latest looks carried in-store. Featured brands include Neighborhood, Norse Projects, Unrivaled, Perks & Mini, Wood Wood, Soulland, Gasius, Maiden Noir and more, with creative direction by…
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Here is a great insight into the Undefeated Spring/Summer 2013 Collection with the labels latest lookbook featuring Odd Future‘s Taco modelling the latest items to surface. Combining timeless sports orientated designs with more casual items, the LA based label make there mark with a number of unique motifs, graphics and detailing. The latest release from the Undefeated Spring/Summer 2013…
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Here is a good insight into the adidas Skateboarding Fall/Winter 2013 Collection with the brands team riders Lem Villemin, Pete Eldridge and Silas Baxter-Neal all adorning the collection. The outcome is an honest and well presented series of looks with the sub label from the iconic sportswear maker continuing to grow and develop its on place within…
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Here is a look at a fascinating series of works from Dan Colen that are now on show at Oko Gallery in the Lower east Side in New York. ”Entitled The Spirits That I called, this select body of work is a juxtaposition with that of a 19th century kindred spirit. Kind of an exploration of the ways…
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There aren’t many labels out there now that are showcasing such a defining concept as U.S. Alteration. Having known Miggy for a while now, I decided to sit down with one half of the label and there is no surprise the label is doing so well with a unique vision with a hands on approach…
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KAWS has taken to Instagram to provide fans with a preview of a gigantic Wooden Companion that will be part of his upcoming installation at More Gallery in Giswil (also the title of the exhibition). Coming off the back of his exhibition at Kaikai Kiki in Tokyo, this body of works look to be on…
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CFDA and Details Magazine will once again team up for to create an collection to benefit the CFDA Foundation. This seasons iteration of the collaboration sees 20 CFDA menswear labels reinterpret the Weekender Duffle Bag through the design ethos of each distinct brand. Hot on the heals of their CFDA Swarovski Award win, we see Public School alongside fellow…
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mastermind JAPAN continues its run of collaborative releases marking what is to be the brand’s final season. The latest of these collabs is with Oakley, and sees a fresh take on the eyewear manufacturer’s classic Frogskin sunglasses. Two versions have been produced – one in matte black with grey lenses and another in satin black…
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Guns are drawn in Sydney-based graphic designer Phil Robson’s latest project that sees him re-imagine classic Nike Air Max’s as weapons. Not quite sure about the connotations here (although I’ll have you know that statistically, Air Max’s are the number 1 shoe worn by criminals in the UK – FACT), but the end results are…
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The xx have released official visuals to accompany their track ‘Fiction’ from their latest album, Coexist. Moody black and white shots are the perfect match for the song, which meanders its way in and out of climax. Directed by Young Replicant, check it out above.
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Nowness shares an insightful interview with the ‘explosive master of color’, Takashi Murakami, in the above video. In much his current work, seen exhibited here at LA’s Blum & Poe gallery, Murakami has explored concepts like spirituality and healing – a departure from the darker themes he has often projected in the past. This, as…
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Japanese brand Black Weirdos presents a chill FW13 collection via its new seasonal lookbook, which takes its cues from the loveable rogues and sophisticated slackers of this world. A great range of printed tees and knits sit alongside unique button down shirts, outerwear and denim, in an equally pleasant palette that is offset by the…
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Monster Children and Hurley have come together to produce Team Average, a new film featuring the likes of Dylan Rieder, Natas, Greyson Fletcher, Ryan Wilson, Jack Fardell, Alex Gray, and Chippa Wilson. Pairing skaters and surfers together in one epic road trip, check out the team cruising up and down New Zealand ripping some of the…
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Since Hedi Slimane returned to Saint Laurent as creative director a number of changes and developments have been made and the opening of the new New York store further emphasises the shift in focus. Opening in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood, the store sits comfortably at 80 Greene Street, with the huge 4,000 square foot brick and mortar…
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Nike releases the #BETRUE collection in celebration of sport as a universal language. For nearly 15 years, Nike has partnered with the LGBT community. Profits from the sale of the #BETRUE collection will be donated to the LGBT Sports Coalition to support the goal of ending discrimination in sport. The Nike Free Run 5.0 #BETRUE offers runners increased foot…
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For their latest feature The Forecast focuses their lens on the ever inspiring story of Chris Gibbs and Union Los Angeles. We are presented a familiarly candid conversation with Mr. Gibbs as he speaks about his start at Union (NY) as well as the current state of Union’s brand and consumer base. All throughout we are…
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FIELD NOTES 02: Tokyo Nightlife hosted by Bedwin & The Heartbreakers from HAVENSHOP on Vimeo. On a recent visit to Tokyo, Canadian retailer HAVEN recently spent a night out with the Bedwin & The Heartbreakers and captured the night on film for the second entry of its “FIELD NOTES” video series. Definitely making the moves…
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