3/22/2012
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Posted: 22 Mar 2012 06:00 AM PDT  One of the key design elements of the Spring/Summer 2012 collection from Stussy is the implementation of the popular tiger stripe camouflage pattern. The original tiger stripe pattern is said to have been developed by the US Army and South Vietnamese Armed Forces for jungle warfare. These bags and accessories feature the unique thin striped camouflage pattern as its principal fabric, sewn together with plain gray and black materials for added contrast. Yellow straps on the bags act as highlights, brightening up the dark exterior. All of these items are available at select Stussy stores around the world, or take a look at the Stussy Japan online shop. |
Posted: 22 Mar 2012 05:00 AM PDT  Last season saw the first capsule collection between uniform experiment and ENGLATAILOR, a sub line of Japanese menswear label GB. With a success of the first season, Hirofumi Kiyonaga, Hiroshi Fujiwara, and Keisuke Baba are back for the Spring/Summer 2012 season. A light palette dominates the collection which consists of shirts, polo shirts, waffle cut & sew, and t-shirts. The simple style of uniform experiment is accented by subtle graphics, except for the t-shirts which boasts their brand names on the front and back. All of the pieces will be available from Saturday, March 24th at SOPH. stores, Isetan Men’s stores in Tokyo and Osaka, and ENGLATAILOR dealers. |
Posted: 22 Mar 2012 04:00 AM PDT  Customers can be seen walking into the Dover Street Market Ginza and if you have yet to step foot into the huge retail complex, we have detailed photos of the shop fit-out to satisfy your curiosity. The six story high building houses the progressive brands from high fashion, streetwear, menswear, womenswear, and of course the whole COMME des GARÇONS range under one roof. Each floor starts as a white blank canvas, where the participating brands have built their own small fit-out, similar to the Dover Street Market in London but on a much larger scale. Conceptualized and directed by the enigmatic Rei Kawakubo, the Dover Street Market Ginza offers retail experience like no other in the world. Take a closer look at each floor after the jump. Dover Street Market Ginza Ginza Komatsu – West Wing 6-9-5 Ginza | Map Chuo-ku, Tokyo Japan |
Posted: 22 Mar 2012 03:00 AM PDT  Some of you may be aware of the BNE Water Foundation set up by the once infamous graffiti writer BNE. The non-profit organization aims to help provide clean water to those without access to clean water. To illustrate how the organization’s works and who is benefiting from the donations, BNE has compiled a video which outlines the whole project in an easy to understand summary video. BNE Water Foundation is partnering up with Drink Local Drink Tap (US NPO) to channel their donations to the needy in Africa. In this particular video they focus on a small village in Mulajje village in Luwero district of Central Uganda. It does not take much to help the less fortunate and water is definitely one of the lifelines of life that needs to be improved in these parts of the world. Watch the short film below and learn about the charity organization. |
Posted: 22 Mar 2012 02:00 AM PDT  F.C.R.B. is one of the limited labels out there in the market which treads the fine line between athletic wear and streetwear. A collaborative effort between Nike and SOPH., their products are as much about the performance, without overlooking style. Their latest Border PDK Jacket and Shorts are dropping just in time for the soccer season in Japan, as the J-League professional s0ccer league has commenced this month. Coordinated with a tricolor border pattern, the lightweight set up can be worn on the field or at the gym. Head over to your nearest F.C.R.B. dealers this Friday, March 24th to pick up these pieces. |
Posted: 21 Mar 2012 11:00 PM PDT  If you saw Tron (or its 2010 sequel Tron: Legacy) and thought to yourself “Needs more hip hop dancing,” then you’re in luck. Japanese dance ensemble Wrecking Crew Orchestra are featured in a video that’s currently making the rounds across the Internet, depicting the troupe wearing wireless electroluminescent outfits that blink on and off in time to the music. The result is a spectacular dance routine that would have been included in the Tron films if Daft Punk had directed them. But enough explication — press play on the video below, sit back and enjoy. |
Posted: 21 Mar 2012 10:00 PM PDT  Nike is giving us indications that the Footscape Free will be getting a fairly substantial push this season, as we’ve already seen various incarnations of the shoe that has it dressed with ripstop nylon in a series of eye-catching bright hues. A new colorway represents a rather muted design approach that tempers the avant-garde styling of the reworked hybrid sneaker, featuring a predominantly beige upper crafted from stitched leather, plus a fully lined leather interior in a light salmon shade for a decidedly elevated look and feel. The understated kicks are in stock now at Japan’s Calif. |
Posted: 21 Mar 2012 09:00 PM PDT  Supra introduces the Fishscale Pack, made up of the popular Skytop and Thunder styles. Both shoes carry a tonal black upper featuring textured fishscale leather anchored by contrast white foxing, with injected full-length SupraFoam midsole for cushioned impact resistance. Waxed laces are good for a premium look, while vulcanized rubber outsoles provide enhanced board feel. Best of all, they’ll look good on your feet while doing nothing more than strolling down the sidewalk. The Supra Fishscale Skytop and Thunder are in stock now at KITH NYC, both in-store and online. See detailed looks in the gallery below. KITH NYC 644 Broadway | Map (Entrance on Bleeck Street) New York, NY 10012 KITH BK 233 Flatbush Avenue | Map Brooklyn, NY 11217 |
Posted: 21 Mar 2012 08:00 PM PDT  Mark Eley and Wakako Kishimoto are the design duo behind Eley Kishimoto, whose stunning prints adorn their own line of womenswear, as well as collaborative products with the likes of Incase, Eastpak and Orlebar Brown. Their designs have made their way onto wallpaper, furniture and glassware, and thanks to a joint venture with Tokyo Fixed, this colorfully appointed fixe gear bike. The leather saddle and grips by Brooks contrast nicely with the green leaf print, which also comes in black. A matching bag has you ready for the road. See more in the gallery below. via: Selectism |
Posted: 21 Mar 2012 07:01 PM PDT  Designer David Reisenberg has been waiting for Canon to release its mirrorless camera system, but the anticipation made him feel restless. In his own words, “I decided to put to paper, or rather to CAD and rendering software, my vision of such a camera. After about a month of learning, debating, modeling and rendering, the Canon AE-D came to life.” The Canon AE-D Mirrorless Camera System Concept uses a full-frame 18.1 megapixel sensor borrowed from the Canon 1DX, plus a “CM-D” Lens mount that fits all EF Lenses with an adapter, including a concept 50mm f/1.0L prime kit lens with direct aperture control. Finally, the detachable viewfinder incorporates the prism hump of the AE cameras. A handsome retro-inspired case is the icing on the cake. Check out more looks following the click. via: Gear Patrol |
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