Posted on 31 May 2008
"This summer adidas will team up with the Chinatown Soccer Club, a collective that formed during the first installment of the three-stripes’ “Fanatic Tournament” for a limited edition lifestyle soccer boot called the Top Sala. The CSC started out as just another powerhouse team in adi’s annual tournament, but today has grown into a year-round soccer league located in NYC’s Chinatown, where futballers engage in friendly matches. The low-run (350 were made in total) sneaker, will be reserved for retail spots like Dave’s Quality Meat (NYC), Arkitip (LA) and Stil Laden (Vienna, Austra) and will release early June."
Words and info from Complex.
Posted on 31 May 2008
In terms of time pieces the G-Shock has definitely become one of the most iconic pieces in streetwear. With the watch reaching its 25th year the milestone has been rewarded with a number of high profile collaborations like the recent piece with Eric Haze. Now its Stussy’s turn, an not for the first time have these two brands teamed up to make an impressive piece with the canvas for the work the simple DW-5000 ST-1 JR model. The face features some great Stussy artwork and the strap also includes the four main city names where Stussy has made such an impact over the years, in Stussy font. This watch will release on June 14 in Japan at Zozo Stussy and the Stussy Web Chapter.
Posted on 31 May 2008
The much talked about Huf store will open in Los Angeles with a huge bang today as the 5th location of the Keith Hufnagel empire looking to make a refreshing impact in the area. Especially when you consider both Stussy and Vans have come to the party with two great pieces, with a tee made by Stussy with various logo’s from both Huf and Stussy completing the logo and the Vans SK8-HI Satin Pack seen recently set to drop.
Posted on 31 May 2008
The highly anticipated eighth annual Bicycle Film Festival began just days ago with numorous celebration’s of the bicycle through film, art and music planned this is a must see. Check out much more info on the official Bicycle Film Festival website and if you are in NYC make an effort to check out the attractions.
Posted on 31 May 2008
The ‘Book of Warriors’ showcases a photographic history of the once well sought after Warrior Basketball sneaker. The book is created by Shumeng Ye, a Graphic design student from Helsinki, who was initially fascinated by the unique and classic style of the shoe, then became Instantly intrigued upon discovering its rich history in the working class society. Shumeng set out to capture photographs to reveal the story of the once popular sneaker. In the book, you will find photos of everyday working class warriors wearing these forgotten sneakers and it nicely highlights the contrast between the industrial and economical power in China, to the daily life of the country with its own distinctive sneaker culture. The book is limited to 420 copies and each comes with a pair of Warrior Basketball Sneakers. Available for purchase now on the websites online store, as well as at numerous trendhouse stores such as Collette, Wood Wood, and Patta. Visit the official website here for more infomation.
Posted on 31 May 2008
Espo is an artist who has made a loving with his fun work and is really a name you can associate with the New York art scene. Currently though he is busy doing his best to add some color and excitment to the streets Dublin while there a Fulbright Scholarship. We have seen plenty of works already and thanks again to SuperTouch we can show you some more great work as more giant pieces have been put up by Espo.
Posted on 31 May 2008
The good people over at Starworks spent years of research for this great film in the sirenic Cuba, and now this documentary has been broadcasted on television following the success of the sold out 2 week run at NYC’s IFC theater last year. Sundance Channel airs East of Havana this Friday, May 30th and although the DVD date is still undetermined you can be sure it will make a lot of noise on release. In the meantime check out a glimpse of the film here.
Posted on 31 May 2008
The highly anticipated Chanal’s Mobile Art exhibition stop in Yoyogi, Tokyo is opening today and with admission free this is sure to be a huge hit with some very unique and futuristic work on showcase. Honeyee.com have already captured a glimpse of the exhibition and read more in our preview here.
Posted on 31 May 2008
Western shirts are becoming a staple design of Levi’s Fenom and the latest examples really epitomize the brands feel. Both short sleeved, both feature a subtle indigo stripe although the wash is different with one being a ‘Rinse’ and the other ‘Light Hard Used’ look providing a great classic feel to the shirts which are avilable now at Tab Device.
Posted on 31 May 2008
10 deep have teamed up with Wale, a name hot on the lips of many in the underground scene and produced a tee for the release of Wale’s highly anticipated new mix tape entitled "Mix tape About Nothing". The artwork has taken inspiraton from the sitcom Seinfeld, perhaps respect to the comediens interest in sneakers which boasted an impressive collection I’m sure. This distinctive sound is available to download for no charge at their official 10Deep x Wale website and the "Serenity Now!" tee is available from the 10 Deep 10Deep online shop and comes with a hard copy of the mix tape during the first week of June.