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Off the back of the much discussed exhibition which took place last week in San Francisco showing new works by artist Haroshi, the Huf and Haroshi pair have teamed up with REAL Skateboards to release this limited edition deck with imagery from the works. Only 400 have been released and are sure to be highly sought after.

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The much anticipated (and previewed) HAROSHI, DLX and HUF collaboration exhibition kicked off last night. The artist who made his name reworking skate decks has combined with two legends of the game. The partners have launched a microsite which shows the amazing sculptures aswell as videos from the workings.

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We showed you a preview of some of the works being created (here), we can now announce the details for the exhibition which see’s Japanese sculptor Haroshi team up with Huf and DLX. The event will show 6 new works and will be on show from January 7th at 545 S. Clarence St., Los Angeles. See the details below.

HUF x Haroshi x DLX Collaboration Exhibition is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

HUF x Haroshi x DLX Collaboration is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Here is a further look at the HUF Fall/Winter 2011 Collection with the brand compiling a new lookbook to highlight pieces from the holiday collection. The basic aesthetic of the skate orientated label is highlighted by some really impressive imagery, captured by Brian Kelley making this impressive viewing.

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Here is an exciting limited edition collaboration with legendary New York graffiti artist HAZE from HUF, which includes three t-shirts, a snapback hat, and skateboard deck all featuring original work by the artist. The HUF x HAZE collaboration pack, as well as the rest of our Holiday line, are now available through the HUF online store.

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Cliché Skateboards was founded in 1997 by French pro skateboarder Jeremie Daclin. Never one to buckle under the demands of the mainstream, Daclin has maintained an air of originality in Cliché through the company’s do-it-yourself approach to skateboarding as a brand. From organizing nomadic “Gypsy” skate tours, to collaborating with only the finest in skateboarding and street-wear brands and artists, Cliché has successfully made their mark on the American skateboard scene without ever losing touch with their French origins. The very name of the brand, “Cliché,” is essential to its philosophy as a company: it is one of the few words understood in both French and English that is able to transcend cultural barriers, much in the same way Daclin seeks to transcend geographical ones in skateboarding.
HUF is pleased to introduce its second HUF x Cliché collaboration. This collection consists of a t-shirt, 5-panel volley, Hufnagel Pro shoe, and skateboard deck all featuring custom HUF x Cliché artwork.

HUF x Cliché Collaboration footwear and apparel is now available for purchase through our webstore. HUF x Cliché skateboard deck available through finer Cliché retailers worldwide.

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The second installation of HUF’s presentation of their fall/winter 2011 collection makes for impressive viewing. Featuring Luke Clerkin, Caleb Weiss, Emilio Cuilan, Joey Pepper and Thane Wright each having their portrait drawn by a street artist while photographer Brian Kelley captures the process. The HUF Fall/Winter 2011 Collection is now available from Hufworldwide.com and select retailers worldwide.

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Japanese label Challenger have teamed up with San Francisco based, US label HUF with great distinction. Entitled “CUF”, a play on combining HUF with Challenger and the slogan CAME UP FIRST and consisting of a skate deck, caps and tee this makes for a compelling release.

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Here is the first look at the HUF Fall/Winter 2011 Collection, with a selection of items from the San Francisco based brands first drop. Again embodying the classic skate style Keith Hufnagel defined as a skater during the 90’s and applying his critique to make it relevant for the young today.

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Well known graffiti artist and designer Eric Haze and professional skateboarder Keith Hufnagel of Huf have combined talents to create a limited edition skateboard deck. Using the 80’s style skate deck used for riding empty pools, the piece highlights the New York graffiti style used by Haze, including bright popping colors. No release date known as of yet, but expect them to sell fast.

Via: FRESHNGOOD

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Having teamed up before, HUF and Skate Mental have revised past projects with this “Huf n’ Puff” Collection. Featuring a 420 wall clock, 420 clock snapback and Spirit of ’76 Plantlife socks, I am certain you get the theme. Available now from the HUF online store and stockists.

HUF x Skate Mental “Huf n’ Puff” Collection is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Unexpectedly, San Francisco based brand HUF have been forced to close their doors in Los Angeles. Founded by pro-skateboarder Keith Hufnagel in 2002 the brand and store has thrived in the West Coast and since becoming a household name around the world. The news comes following the closing of the San Fransisco location almost 10 years after opening and now with no retail outlet it will be interesting to see what direction the brand takes now. Below is an announcement made by Keith to explain HUF’s retail situation to confused followers of the renowned skate brand.

To whom it may concern:

We unexpectedly lost our lease recently at our HUF LA shop on Fairfax, and unfortunately closed its doors this past Sunday. We are all bummed about it, and will miss being on the block and all the good times we had at that shop… But change happens and we will keep cruising on and making great stuff. This upcoming year will mark HUF’s 10-year anniversary as a brand, which we will celebrate with the release of exclusive collaboration projects throughout the year. You can still pick up HUF products at your local HUF dealers, and can always find us right here on our website. We hope to be able to reopen HUF retail shops again in the future, but at this time are not sure when or where… We will keep you posted. As for now, our time and efforts will continue to be entirely devoted to perfecting the brand and its product. We could never have foreseen how rapidly the brand would grow since its beginning, and would like to sincerely thank all of you who have walked through our doors in any of our shops over the last decade. Thanks for the support, and stay tuned!

Sincerely,

Keith Hufnagel

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Japanese streetwear brand Challenger haven’t messed around in their short few years of development. Having built a pretty big profile – they have now previewed their latest high profile collaboration, and for the first time venture outside of Japan and into San Fransisco to collaborate with the long established HUF. Replacing the H in HUF, with a C, the collection is based around the co-brand CUF, meaning “Came Up First”. The collection is due out in stores soon, stay tuned for more.

Source: WARP Magazine via HB

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