San Francisco-based illustrator Matt Furie‘s work hovers somewhere between reality and fantasy, depicting ordinary characters in less than ordinary situations. MEDICOM TOY must have been impressed with his colorful drawings, as they have invited Furie to collaborate on their latest FABRICK collection, entitled From Beyond. Eyeballs, hotdogs, worms, aliens, mouths, pizzas and many more everyday objects are illustrated as a custom all-over print pattern on a cotton fabric. This collection consists of tote bags, backpacks, waist bags, pouches, slippers and square cushions, with each item brought to life by Furie’s artwork. Unfortunately, these products will be released around May–however, pre-orders can be made on the MEDICOM TOY online store in ZOZOTOWN.
Tokyo-based streetwear giant Nitraid is seeing green this season, as evident by the images from their Spring/Summer 2012 collection lookbook. Nitraid fans will already know that the company prepares a special camouflage design each season, and this season’s original pattern is entitled Dope Forest. An ample amount of pieces feature this custom weed pattern, including outerwear, tops, t-shirts, pants, shorts, head wear, and bags. This season also includes plenty of collaboration caps and hats with New Era, along with a wide range of accessories, such as ash trays, lighters, mugs and even goggles. Preview the extensive collection after the jump and head over to your nearest Nitraid account to pick up these items.
A new year means a new series of Upside Down snapback caps will be dropping from Hall of Fame. The Los Angeles-based retail store and brand worked closely with Mitchell & Ness once again to execute these exclusive caps in Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, Golden State Warriors, Washington Bullets and Philadelphia 76ers teams. Front logo embroidery is flipped upside down, though there is a tone-on-tone logo embroidery on the left temple of the cap. All five styles will be available today, so head over to the Hall of Fame store or online shop to pick up your favorite team.
Hall Of Fame
449 North Fairfax Avenue | Map
Los Angeles, CA 90036
TEL #: 323-655-6002
Nixon presents the aptly titled Dark Wood & Black collection for Spring 2012, consisting of accessories and eight different watches finished in tasteful yet assertive black, with dials adorned with a handsome dark wood grain. Those individual watch styles are the Magnacon SS chronograph, Platform, 51-30 Tide, Chronicle SS, Spencer with analog-digital dual-time display, Sentry with sporty nylon strap, Mellor Automatic with Horween leather strap, and Rotolog with a band made from stainless steel and wood. Click through for additional looks, and find the Dark Wood & Black collection both online and at Nixon retailers. via: FNG
The Roma Cinema Etoile, Rome’s oldest movie theater, had been shuttered for more than twenty years until Louis Vuitton co-opted the building for its brand new store in the heart of the Italian capital. A video released by Louis Vuitton takes the viewer on a tour of the Roma Etoile Maison, revealing a beautifully appointed space equipped with an elliptical staircase, gleaming fixtures and an in-house screening room. Architect Peter Marino explains that his primary concern was that the concept of the movie theater remain intact, while Louis Vuitton CEO Yves Carcelle lauds the store’s ability to bring “additional emotion” by presenting a bookstore, art, and cinema as part of the Louis Vuitton retail experience. Check out the video after the click.
More than a celebration of history, Black History Month is about remembrance of the countless scarf ices made in the past and a commendation of ancestral accomplishments. Its also the reason behind the expansive nature of this year’s Black History Month Collection from Nike. In addition to the tennis ensemble worn by Serena Williams during Australian Open a few weeks back, the collection also encompass several other footwear – Nike Air Force 1, Nike Air Max 1, Nike Huarache Free, and Nike Blazer, each designed with an athlete in mind. To serve as the perfect complements, Nike added its Destroyer Jacket, Dri-FIT tee, and a range of accessories to the collection as well. More information about the collection and related festivities to come in the following weeks.
Nothing can truly make a statement of style than a substantial accessory to complement one’s attire. Hence, the Bell & Ross BR 03-90 Power Reserve. In 42 mm of satin-brushed steel encasement, the BR 03-90 Power Reserve has a candidly simple design. As Bell & Ross stated “…an aviation watch designed for professionals…”, the BR 03-90 features one distinction, a large power reserve indicator for its automatic movement. Like all other models from the Bell & Ross BR 03 line, numerals, index, and hands are coated with photo-luminescent paint for night viewing. Available now at Bell & Ross retailers and its official online store.
To those outside of skateboarding circles, FTC may seem like just another skateboard brand, yet in its home town of San Francisco, it is a place where skateboarding legends are born. Already 25 years in the making, FTC is still at the forefront of skateboarding and in streetwear, offering apparel and accessories that are loved by many around the world. Take a look at their Spring/Summer 2012 collection lookbook for instance, it features legendary skateboarders Mike Carroll and Jovontae Turner, as well as PJ Ladd and James Capps. The lookbook epitomizes the Californian skateboard lifestyle, much like their collection, which is relaxed and free. via: hayabusa.bz
Having presided over the clubby Northeastern prep sensibilities of J.Press as the brand’s creative director, Mark McNairy went a little wild when he struck out on his own in 2008. While he retained an appreciation for traditional silhouettes stitched together exclusively in the UK or the USA, he also displayed a willingness to subvert preppy sartorial conventions. For his Spring 2012 collection, he plastered polka dotted smiley faces onto a pair of chino shorts and applied blinding neon-hued finishes to the soles of his classic brogues. Another prime example of the designer’s spirited sense of fun: this cotton canvas backpack adorned with a camo pattern overlaid with daisies. Featuring adjustable padded shoulder straps, zippered front pocket and large main compartment, the backpack is available in Woodland and Desert colorways. It’s in stock now at colette.
World-renowned street artist Eric Haze got together with Heineken on a limited edition pint glass adorned with Eric’s distinctive star design — what he calls a marriage between Heineken’s perfect star and his imperfect star. In a behind the scenes video from Heineken, Eric discusses what drew him to the project in the first place, noting that as an artist who grew up in graffiti, developing his own identity was paramount. Now, he’s able to draw from his experiences to “turn the mirror around” and consequently capture and express someone else’s identity in graphic terms. In accomplishing that with Heineken, Eric describes the collaboration as the kind of venture he lives for as a designer and art director. Check out the end result in the video following the click.
When it comes to Levi’s, it goes without saying that the big draw is the denim. Beyond the obvious though, this classic American company is no slouch when it comes to other key pieces of a fit. On the accessories tip, we’ve got a preview of their range of ties on the way for Spring/Summer 2012. Split between bow-ties and regular length pieces, the collection grabs a smart set of materials like linen and chambray for a cooler spring look. As a bonus, the preview provides a bit of context, showing the ties matched up with accompanying Levi’s gear. Follow us after the jump for the full shots from the Levi’s Spring/Summer 2012 Tie Collection. via Fashionsnap
The New Zealand apparel label Lower has teamed up with Casio to drop the Lower x Casio G-Shock DW5600LOW-9V. Working with the durable and versatile G-Shock from 1987, the DW5600, the watch blends the rough and rugged farming heritage of Lower’s home in New Zealand with the functionality of a modern day digital watch. While the watch packs the standard features you expect, including 200-Meter water resistance, a backlight, flash alert, a stopwatch, countdown timer, and multi-function alarm, the real highlight of this design is the leather face protector lined with wool, which is paired with a sheep dog whistle. The backside of the watch, front cover, and strap feature some custom Lower engraving and branding making this timepiece unique and undeniably more Kiwi than any other. Look for this watch to launch today, January 31st, at limited retailers across New Zealand and Australia or check out Thanks to pick one up online.
- Water Resistant – Up To 20 Atmospheric Bars (200 Meters)
- EL Back Light
- Stopwatch – 1/100 second, Total of 24 Hours, Split
- Multiple Alarms and Snooze Functions
- Leather Case
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