Archive for August, 2009
Bigfoot for The North Face Collection
- Posted in Gear
Utilizing some of the brands classic silhouettes, including the Venture Shell Jacket, Balaclava Hoodie, Hotshot Backpack, and classic t-shirt, Bigfoot adds his own playful touch with a blend of signature green and brown hues, perfectly juxtaposed against a black backdrop. Unfortunately, like many stand-out The North Face drops, this lineup is expected to be an Asia release only. Stay tuned for further details.
Spotted @ Hypebeast
Medicom Toy x Takashi Murakami “Inochi” Figure
- Posted in Toys
Medicom Toys and the ever popular Japanese Pop-artist Takashi Murakami have collaborated to produce a vinyl figure of “Inochi” (which is based on a 2002 movie of the same name by Shinohara Tetsuo). The figure arrives with 5 different skin colourations and outfits. Each piece is limited to a run of 200, with an individual piece expected to fetch around $1500 retail. Expect an imminent release.
Spotted @ HypeBeast
Kaikai Kiki – Flower Ball Plush
- Posted in Uncategorized
Takashi Murakami’s signature happy flower smileys that previously appeared on his work with Louis Vuitton are now reworked by Murakami’s design firm, Kaikai Kiki, into a plush stuffed ball. Literally bursting in full bloom, the flower ball comes in three different sizes with the largest spanning 60 cm in diameter.
Spotted @ FreshnessMag
Slaughterhouse on KUBE 93 Sound Session
- Posted in Interviews
Slaughterhouse on KUBE 93′s Sound Session from DJ Hyphen on Vimeo.
A Bathing Ape Pirate Store NYC
- Posted in Gear
A Bathing Ape is gearing up to launch a pop-up Pirate Store in New York City this September. Hosting a stock of archived and factory second items for both men and women, the Pirate Store will be a treasure trove of clothing, footwear, and accessories at discounted prices. If you’re a fan you won’t want to miss out on this rare opportunity. The BAPE Pirate Store NYC opens on Thursday, September 3rd and runs through to Monday, September 7th.
Spotted @ HighSnobiety
L-R-G x Oakley A Frame Goggles
- Posted in Gear
Clothing company L-R-G and Oakley have collaborated to create two limited edition Oakley A Frame snow goggles set to hit shops in 2009. L-R-G will keep eyes shielded this winter with Oakley’s legendary A Frame goggle, an innovative design that has become the benchmark for fit, comfort, and optical performance on the snow. The L-R-G x Oakley A Frame goggles come in two colorways and will be available in select limited locations worldwide.
Spotted @ HypeBeast
Raekwon – House of Flying Daggers (feat. Inspectah Deck, GZA, Ghostface Killah & Method Man)
- Posted in Videos
The official music video for Raekwon’s latest single from his album “Only Built 4 Cuban Linx II” due in stores Sept. 8th, 2009.