Thanks to its unconventional approaches to design, the Originals by Originals from adidas Originals enjoyed was immensely popular among both sneaker aficionados and the fashion conscious demographic. In looking to bring back some of that momentum, Hong Kong-base creative label CLOT will re-issue its KZKLOT Superstar 80s once again this Fall. Identical throughout to the original collaboration designed by Kazuki Kuraishi, including the unique lightweight mesh construct, this third iteration will feature royal blue upper with sky blue accents color scheme instead. Be on the lookout for these during late summer as part of adidas Originals Fall 2012 Collection. via: EUKicks

Stussy is joining forces with two heavyweights of Hong Kong streetwear scene, CLOT and Subcrew for a capsule collection. As all three brands are still rooted heavily into the street culture, they have gone back to the basics with simple graphics on staple style. Each piece is produced in three colorways and they consist of SCS Diamonds Hoodie, SCS Logo T-Shirt and SCS Triangle Crew. The two-tone graphic borrows elements from each brand’s logo and is printed on the front of the garment. On the back, three logos are screen printed diagonally signifying the capsule project. All the items are currently in stock at elect Stussy outlets in US and EU, as well as on the Stussy online store.

With the festive season in full swing, CLOT has partnered with MEDICOM TOY again to launch two new BE@RBRICK figures. As far as the design is concerned, it is the same as the previously released 100% and 400%, Pineapple and Melon styles. What makes these attractive for BE@RBRICK fans is its sheer size. These have been blown up to 1000% in size, retaining its original fruity design. Both figures are already in stock at JUICE Hong Kong store and on the JUICE online store. If you haven’t found a gift for your BE@RBRICK crazed friend or family member, these might be what they are looking for.

JUICE Hong Kong
Shop A, G/F, 9-11 Cleveland Street | Map
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

After an impromptu voyage to distant glaxaies with its Star Wars notebooks, Moleskine is taking another journey again, this time to the East with its Chinese Menu creation. Designed with Hong Kong fashion label CLOT, the special edition takes on the appearance of ancient Chinese manuscripts. Once thought to filled with secret Kung Fu maneuvers, records of Imperial edicts, or medicinal remedies, these indispensable annals of ancient secrets will be available, or at least portions of them, through the CLOT x Moleskine Chinese Menu. For sale now at all JUICE retail locations for for $350 HK or $45 US.

JUICE Hong Kong
Shop A, G/F, 9-11 Cleveland Street | Map
Fashion Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

The event occurred on March 11th appears to be in the distant past, but effects from the magnitude 9.0 earthquake that struck northern Japan earlier this year linger on still. While the clean-up and recoveries have proceed accordingly, a full recovery is all but certain due the radiation fall out from the stricken Fukusama nuclear power plant. In light of the thousands who are still displaced and with virtually no support network, China’s SIZE Lifestyle publication decided to launch its “Nuclear Makes Noclear” Charity Project. With Hong Kong celebrity Edison Chen (CLOT) as the its spokesperson, the project asked Chen, along with designers Kazuki Kuraishi and Robert Abeyta Jr. (of DualForces) to contribute a particular t-shirt design that personally signified the disaster to them. An overwhelming sadness had Chen create a simple though emotional plea on his “face of Earth” design. Kazuki, who actually lived through the quake, reversed his tee inside out and added “NOCLEAR” with the addition of letters “U” and “O”. Finally, Abeyta Jr.dialed back time with his “No ZeroTime”, a symbolic gesture wishing zero-hour on that day never happened.

With generous support from Hanes, all revenue generated by the t-shirts’ sales will go to charity and relief organizations in Japan. To purchase one or all three tees, simply visited the SIZE Charity Project’s website for more details.

Somewhere in there, among the drove of reporters from every conceivable media and formats, is Edison Chen. Can you find him?

Finally, the CLOT x Disney retail concept known as Man Is In The Forest opened its door in Taipei City in the midst of fans and supporters over the weekend.  Situated in the trendy Xinyi District and near the once tallest building in the world, Taipei 101, the new store front featured a sparse layout designed by Makoto Azuma. Best known for his landscape creations, especially those done with fellow designer Kazuki Kuraishi, Azuma cultivated the store’s unique interior, quite literally. With special sponge-like planting blocks developed by Japan’s Suntory Midorie, Azuma nurtured more than 10 species of horticultural flora into a shape most identifiable with Disney – Mickey Mouse’s ears.

Derived from a pivotal juncture in Disney‘s animated classic Bambi, Man Is In The Forest is a distinctive take by CLOT‘s Edison Chen, Kevin Poon, along with Disney’s Ben Yue, on the intuitive relationship we all have with Disney animations. A fact especially discernible within the many other creative types involved in this project, including X-Large, MEDICOM TOY, SSUR, PAM, Bounty Hunter, Vanquish, 84/74 Lab, and more… Besides as a temporary storefront that will be offering limited edition items from the said group of designers.  The grand opening, with Edison Chen as host, marked the mid-point of Traveling Mickey Charity Auction, where fans can bid on one-of-the-kind Mickey Mouse vinyl set.  Half of the auction’s proceeds, along with certain merchandise sales from the store, will benefit local youth programs aimed creative development.

CLOT x Disney – Man Is In The Forest – Taipei
4F-10, No.12, Songshou Road | Map
Xinyi District, Taipei City Taiwan

After its stops in Shanghai and Hong Kong, the CLOT x Disney retail concept known as Man Is In The Forest will be making its landfall in Taipei City tomorrow. Derived from a pivotal moment in Disney‘s animated classic Bambi, Man Is In The Forest is a distinctive take by CLOT‘s Edison Chen, Kevin Poon, along with Disney’s Ben Yue, of the intuitive relationship we have with Disney animations. A fact especially discernible within the many other creative types involved in this project, including X-Large, MEDICOM TOY, SSUR, PAM, Bounty Hunter, Vanquish, 84/74 Lab, and more… The temporary store front will be offering limited edition items from the said group of designers, plus others, at the trendy Xinyi District of Taipei City with Edison Chen presiding over the grand opening event. In the meantime, here is a glimpse of the retail space in the midst of preparation for the opening.

CLOT x Disney – Man Is In The Forest – Taipei
4F-10, No.12, Songshou Road | Map
Xinyi District, Taipei City Taiwan

Quite a solid newsweek, including a slew of notable stories in fashion, sneakers, art, business, and technology. First up is the AW2011 movie from White Mountaineering, which shows that for the coming season, the label is taking some of it’s strongest suits, and giving them season-appropriate updates. And a potentially huge win for retailer Karmaloop was announced this week too: that Pharrell Williams will take the role of Creative Director at the retailer’s Karmaloop TV media channel. And in a week filled with sneaker news, one takeaway story might be the release of a new colorway of the Swizz Beatz-designed Kamikaze by Reebok, which sold out in 10 minutes. Another sneaker designer (with a bit more pedigree) was featured in video trailer this week; Mark Ong (SBTG) is the subject of a forthcoming video done by film crew Vita Brevis. Supreme released a new model of sunglasses this week, the Alton, with vague resemblance to the slightly horn-rimmed frames of Kurt Cobain circa early 1990′s. This week also saw the second release in the boundary-pushing collaboration between BAPE and Daiwa, plus the first event held to commemorate the 30th anniversary of seminal skateboard magazine Thrasher, which included new art by Neckface. And in technology news, Samsung released it’s Chromebook this week – providing a solid consumer product platform for Google’s bid for dominance in the operating system wars. Finally, a classic collaboration, involving some usual suspects: the first drop in the PHANTASIA capsule, done by CLOT, PHANTACi, and Disney, was released this week, showing shamelessly playful designs. Check out details on all of these stories after the jump.

“I’d like to teach the world to sing in perfect harmony…” the 1971 commercial jingle bears a semblance this year as the world celebrates 125th anniversary of Coca-Cola. In Hong Kong, the initiative by creative agency CLOT and British artist James Jarvis, with contributions from Casio, Native, HEAD PORTER, and clothing label Subcrew. Starting this week till June 5th, purchasers of Coca-Cola at select supermarket can claim 7 commemorative items. First portion to start on May 21st, items such as CLOT x James Jarvis x Coca-Cola 125th T-Shirt, CLOT x James Jarvis x Coca-Cola 125th iPhone and iPad 2 Covers, as well as the Casio G-Shock Watch will be offer to claim with specific value for each. The 2nd phase starts on May 28th with offerings include CLOT x Subcrew x Coca-Cola 125th Cap, CLOT x James Jarvis x Native – Coca-Cola 125th Fitzsimmons Boots, and messenger bag from HEAD PORTER. Limited to only 125 units per design, all will be available only at JUICE in Hong Kong with the proof of purchase. Its time to stock up on Coke!

JUICE Hong Kong
Shop A, G/F, 9-11 Cleveland Street | Map
Fashion Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Two of Asia’s biggest celebrities, Edison Chen and Jay Chou, have combined their respective brands, CLOT and PHANTACi to collaborate with Disney on a new collection inspired by the 1940 Walt Disney Film, Fantasia, entitled the “PHANTASIA” pack. The initial offering of this capsule collection includes a Button Up Hoodie, Dress Shirt, Flamingo Shirt, and Phantasia Tee all featuring graphics and elements of Fantasia, the film. The capsule collection will be available starting on Saturday, May 14th at PHANTACi’s Taipei location. Stay tuned for more news regarding this collaboration.

PHANTACi
1F., No.63, Lane 223, Sec. 4,
Jhongsiao E. Rd | Map
Da-an District, Taipei City 106 Taiwan

Release Date: May 14th, 2011 (Saturday)

CLOT continues it’s partnership with Walt Disney with the release of this new Mickey Mouse Moccasin that is manufactured by Japanese shoe label, Cause, whose collaborated with the likes of Stussy, OriginalFake, Paul Smith, and more over the years. The moccasin features high quality materials, anti-slip stripes on the bottom for safety, and CLOT and Disney branding on the tag. The Mickey Mouse Moccasin comes in two colors inspired by the colors most commonly associated with Mickey Mouse’s outfit. These are available now at the Disney x CLOT ‘Man is in the Forest’ Store in Shanghai, China and select Juice locations throughout Asia.

Man Is In The Forest
897 Julu Road | Map
Shanghai, China

adidas Superstar 80s have had its fair share of collaborations in the past yet these pairs conceived by Kazuki Kuraishi, CLOT and adidas Originals are undoubtedly unique. What appears to be plain white sneakers with money green details, close inspection will reveal that the uppers are in fact made from highly breathable mesh material. Further more the off white colored shell toes and soles add to the vintage aesthetics. Gold foil trefoil logo is embossed on the heel and tongue, with the 3-Stripes outlined in gold as well. These sneakers will be exclusively available at all UNDFTD stores in US from Saturday, April 30th.