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Roberu – Canvas + Leather Tote Bags

Posted: 13 Jun 2012 06:00 AM PDT

Roberu   Canvas + Leather Tote BagsJapanese leather goods specialist Roberu has added a brand new bag to their ever-growing line. This tote bag combines the durable canvas and leather materials, creating a timeless design that will stand the test of time. Heavy cotton canvas materials are selected for the body of the bag, while the handles are constructed from 4mm thick camel colored leather. Snap buttons on each side of the bag makes adjusting a breeze, and it comes with a removable base as well. Both the navy and gray versions can be purchased at the Roberu online shop in Japan.


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UBIQ Grace Border

Posted: 13 Jun 2012 05:00 AM PDT

UBIQ Grace BorderGrace is one of the classic styles from Harajuku based independent sneaker brand UBIQ, and it returns this season adorning border pattern. The Grace Border shows hint of nautical influence with its color scheme, each pair prominently detailed with two-tone border patter fabric on its sides. Nylon pull-tab on its heel provides accent and functionality, while metal eyelets and suede panels accent the casual aesthetic. The sneakers come in Burgundy, Grey, Black, and Navy colorways, and will hit the stores later this month. atmos in Tokyo are taking pre-order on their online shop now.


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MEDICOM TOY x radius – BE@RBRICK Speaker System Version 2

Posted: 13 Jun 2012 04:00 AM PDT

MEDICOM TOY x radius   BE@RBRICK Speaker System Version 2Japanese earphone and headphone manufacturer radius worked with MEDICOM TOY in 2012 to release the first BE@RBRICK Speaker System. Back by popular demand and featuring handful of improvements, radius and MEDICOM TOY presents their second version speaker system. Unlike the first model, this brand new system is equipped with a sub woofer that produces deep bass sounds. High and mid tones can be heard from its ears, while the bass tones come directly underneath the system. Two colorways are also available, and these will be available from end of this month. INSTINCTOY is accepting pre-order on their online shop right now.


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BNE Water Foundation – Japanese Website Launch

Posted: 13 Jun 2012 03:00 AM PDT

BNE Water Foundation   Japanese Website LaunchOnce regarded as a menace to the society, hardcore graffiti writer BNE literally covered the world with his tags and stickers. Though all of that is in the past now, as he founded the charity program, BNE Water Foundation, to help bring clean water to Uganda. Now the foundation is extending their reach to Japanese speaking individuals by launching their website in Japanese as well. The content of the website is exactly same as the English version, and it suggest various options on helping out the cause. If you are not familiar with the charity movement, look at the below video to learn the ropes of the aid program and spread the word to your Japanese friends.


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COMME des GARÇONS x Mackintosh | Available Now

Posted: 12 Jun 2012 11:00 PM PDT

COMME des GARÇONS x Mackintosh | Available Now

How can you tell Mackintosh makes the best rain coats one can buy in this day and age? For one thing, the brand’s been around since the 1820s, named after its Scottish founder Charles Mackintosh, who invented the process of rubberizing cotton to make the material watertight and windproof. Another indicator — COMME des GARCONS has seen fit to partner with Mackintosh on numerous projects. For the current season the two names have gotten together to introduce three new outerwear styles for men (and two for women), all handmade in Britain and featuring taped seams for fully waterproof construction. The pieces are available now at Dover Street Market.

Dover Street Market
17-18 Dover Street | Map
London W1S 4LT England


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Nike Tennis – Paintball Portrait Of Rafael “Rafa” Nadal | By Facebook Fans

Posted: 12 Jun 2012 10:00 PM PDT

Nike Tennis   Paintball Portrait Of Rafael Rafa Nadal | By Facebook Fans

Following an overnight rain delay, Rafael Nadal defeated Novak Djokovic at the 2012 French Open final, marking his record-breaking seventh title win at the clay courts of Roland Garros. Rafa’s fans were behind him all the way, and ahead of the championship match Nike Tennis encouraged them to submit messages of support on the Nike Tennis Facebook page. The names of those fans were written on 5,000 paintballs, which were then shot onto a blank canvas to create the “Unstoppable” image of Rafa as a celebration of his historic achievement. Check out the “making of” video below, created by the Kennedy’s and Wieden+Kennedy.


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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350

Posted: 12 Jun 2012 09:30 PM PDT

2013 Mercedes Benz GLK350

World-wide, fans of Mercedes-Benz‘s smallest sport utility have reason to be excited with the introduction of the 2013 version of the MB GLK350. In addition to smoother styling that rounds off the chiseled look from last year, the new GLK350 also picks up a direct-injected 3.5-liter V-6 producing 302-hp and 273 lb-ft of torque picked up from the C and E-Class sedans. MB also chooses to go with LED lighting in the head and fog lamps, tail-lights, and continuing into the interior with ambient lighting. Nineteen or 20-inch wheels come standard in new twin 5-spoke designs, finishing off the exterior look. On the inside of the GLK, the dashboard has been completely redesigned with walnut finishes, round air vents, and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters coming standard along side the 7-inch monitor built into its multi-media package. Finished with a range of other bells-and-whistles, including Attention Assist (read: drowsiness prevention) the GLK 350 will be available mid-August. 
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Fred Perry Laurel Wreath – Blank Canvas Cycling Shoes | Available Now

Posted: 12 Jun 2012 09:00 PM PDT

Fred Perry Laurel Wreath – Blank Canvas Cycling Shoes | Available Now

The mod subculture of 1960s England permeates not only the apparel side of the Fred Perry Blank Canvas cycling collection, but extends to the footwear portion as well. The Fred Perry Cycling Shoe has a sleek silhouette dressed in a vented premium leather upper with suede trim along the vamp and heel. Features on the low-cut sneaker include brass antique eyelets, multi-hued grosgrain heel detail and gum rubber outsole. 30-leaf Fred Perry laurel branding embroidered on the side panel completes the look. The Fred Perry Cycling Shoe is available in white or black colorways. Find it in stock now at End Clothing.

4-6 High Bridge | Map
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE1 1EN, England


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Fresh Celeb: Kim Kardashian with “His & Her’” Nike Air Yeezy 2s

Posted: 12 Jun 2012 07:51 PM PDT

Fresh Celeb: Kim Kardashian with His & Her' Nike Air Yeezy 2s

This brings a whole new meaning to Tammy Wynette’s country classic “Stand by Your Man”, and quite literally we might add. Not long after the biggest sneaker release in recorded history, reality starlet Kim Kardashian showed off her newest conquest via Instagram this morning…a pair of Nike Air Yeezy 2 in Black/Solar Red, with her latest beau, Mr. Kanye West and his very own pair as well. Mayhaps they are “thank you” gifts for the new Lamborghini Aventador Kim purportedly got him recently…


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DQM – Summer Reel #1 | Video

Posted: 12 Jun 2012 07:00 PM PDT

DQM   Summer Reel #1 | Video

DQM presents the video companion piece to its Spring/Summer 2012 lookbook. Echoing the lo-fi Polaroid aesthetic of the lookbook and shot and edited by Vic Sorvino, the short film, entitled “DQM Summer Reel #1,” has the look of a vintage 8mm film reel. It’s a playful look at the brand’s offering for the season, showcasing its signature basics like graphic tees, canvas shorts and snapback and camp caps. All tastefully low-key, and all necessary for summer. The throwback soundtrack, as well as brief skate footage from the streets of New York, are the icing on the cake. Press play on the video below.


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