Head Porter Plus, the apparel division of the Japanese bag and accessories specialist, has partnered with premier Philadelphia retailer UBIQ on its Standard sneaker. The low-profile shoe fits right into the core values of the Japanese brand — timeless styling blended with individual accents and premium quality materials. The shoe, featured in both high and low silhouettes, is built with a canvas upper and vulcanized sole construction. A tonal leather toe cap and back panel provide reinforced durability, while metal eyelets and embroidered Plus logo near the heel finish the look. The shoe comes in either black or white colorways and is available now at UBIQ’s online store.

UBIQ
1509 Walnut Street | Map
Philadelphia, PA 19102
TEL #: 215-988-0194

HEAD PORTER PLUS and UBIQ share a similar brand concept and their compatibility is obvious on this footwear collaboration. As the model name Standard suggests, these sneakers are basic yet timeless. Two variants are produced in a Hi cut and Low cut with each made in two colorways, black and white canvas uppers. Silver metal eyelets and leather parts accent the sneakers with orange ‘+’ logo embroidered on the heel. Mesh foot bed is also printed with the double brand logos, indicating the collaboration. Both of these models will be launching around late October and HEAD PORTER PLUS is taking pre-orders on their online shop on ZOZOTOWN.

Japanese brand, HEAD PORTER Plus, has just released their Summer 2011 Collection at various retailers across the globe including Berlin’s Firmament. The new Summer 2011 Collection from HEAD PORTER Plus features a number of items that can be worn through the Fall and even Winter but it also covers the basics for Summer with a number of short sleeve shirts, tees, and bottoms. Some of the notable pieces included in this collection are the Line Blazer, Piping Oxford Shirt, Line T-Shirt, Border T-Shirt, and Chino Shorts. Pick it up today at all HEAD PORTER Plus retailers including Firmament and their online store, The-Glade.

To coincide with fragment design x Nike Dunk High Premium this Saturday, Nike Sportswear will launch Japan’s own Destroyer Jacket design. Melton wool construct with light-yellow leather sleeves and accents, this Destroyer Jacket edition also fashion an unique patch – a juxtaposed silhouettes of Mount Fuji and Tokyo Tower. Since Nike designers at other parts of the world have dubbed the Japanese branch as “Athletics Far East”, it was only logical to have the Tokyo design team to brand themselves as “Athletics East”. In very limited quantity, the Nike Sportswear Athletics East Destroyer Jacket will only be available through NSW at HEAD PORTER Plus in Harajuku, Tokyo.

HEAD PORTER Plus Tokyo
4-27-6 Jingumae | Map
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Japan

Release Date: December 18th (Saturday)

HEAD PORTER PLUS brings a new flavor to the classic military jacket silhouette, M-65 and it’s Made in Japan quality does not disappoint. As the name suggests, the Grid M-65 jacket uses a cotton twill material that is printed with a large grid pattern that covers the whole jacket as an all over print. Shoulder epaulets, Velcro cuffs, draw strings on the waist, hidden hoodie in the collar and flap cover pockets all translate to an authentic recreation of the original jacket. Front opening can be fastened by both zipper and snap buttons to shut out the cold. via: HAVEN

A favorite among longshoremen and night watch men, there is no mistaken from its warmth-giving property in the form of wide-wale cords. Now, the once lowly Watch Cap just gone through a subtle update by HEAD PORTER Plus and headwear manufacturer New Era‘s Japan division. In 3 colors of black, blue, and khaki (olive), the HEAD PORTER Plus x New Era Watch Cap is 100% wool with some resiliency. A large tab, with labels from both makers, could be hidden from view with a flip of the trip. Available in limited numbers at HEAD PORTER Plus retailers in Japan and its flagship store in Harajuku.

HEAD PORTER Plus Tokyo
4-27-6 Jingumae | Map
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Japan

Branching out to the digital frontier, HEAD PORTER, the collaborative label between YOSHIDA & Co. and Hiroshi Fujiwara, debut its first magazine in a down-loadable Apple iPad App format. Titled “HEAD PORTER MAGAZINE Vol. 1″, the digital format is a cross between lifestyle printed matter, a lookbook, and a online shop, where readers could glance through the latest Autumn-Winter 2010 Collection of both HEAD PORTER accessories and HEAD PORTER PLUS apparel, and if they chose to, purchase the items seamlessly. The HEAD PORTER MAGAZINE Vol. 1 is FREE to download now as Apple iPad App on iTunes.

Head Porter Plus has released a strong offering of items from it’s new Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection. Known for it’s premium timeless pieces, Head Porter Plus, continues to improve upon classic designs including various sweatshirts, flannel shirts, and a one of a kind multi colored Border Pea Coat. The new collection offers a number of pieces that are perfect for staying warm during the colder months ahead and you can pick up the new Head Porter Plus apparel at select retailers including The-Glade.

When it comes to attention to detail, HEAD PORTER Plus from Tokyo knows a thing or two. Coming from manufacturing great quality bags and accessories, they put the same concept onto their apparel line. The latest Down Vest is a minimalist piece that is timeless and highly wearable. Two versions are created in Beige or Black colorways and the orthodox design will lend itself to many styles. Functionality is not overlooked either with zip and snap button combination tightly sealing in heat and few pockets are equipped on the inside. Perforated cow leathers are used on the shoulder portion that contrasts against nylon material on the rest of the vest. via: Noah’s Ark

The M-65 jacket was designed by the military for combat. However, the fashion world has embraced it for casual use recently, and it is probably one of the most popular and widely adopted military silhouettes. HEAD PORTER Plus has reinterpreted the classic military jacket and added their own flavor for the Fall/Winter 2010 collection. Simply named, the M-65 Jacket uses a soft cotton material in military-like olive colorway. Setting this jacket apart from the rest is the large grid pattern printed in black on the fabric. The jacket also features a slimmer cut which makes the jacket more wearable. Various pockets retain the functionality of the item. A lightweight hood is hidden inside the zipped collar for that unexpected rain we would encounter in the coming seasons. via: Intention