Keds – Champion Oxford 2-Tone Sneaker

From its start in 1916 when industry giant U.S. Rubber (now part of the Michelin Group) consolidated 30+ footwear brands under one, Keds (aka PRO-Keds) been an integral part of Americana, from the label’s early endorsement of Olympic teams, professional tennis, to its most recent appearance on the fashion front by André 3000. The footwear label is tracing back to its heritage once again with the release of Champion Oxford. A cross between traditional oxford, with its classic silhouette, and sneaker, like its natural rubber sole and canvas composition, the Champion Oxford is an ideal transition piece for both formal events and less formal settings. Available is vibrant contrast 2-tone colors of red/cream (seen above) and navy/yellow. Currently available at UA’s green label relaxing retail locations across Japan and its ZOZOTOWN chapter.

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Phenomenon 2009 Spring/Summer February Releases

Never knowing what to expect when they drop new items, this latest release from Phenomenon further cements the brand into a genre of their own. The looks combine a slew of random inspiration with the inclusion of their anticipated hybrid garment. Amongst the collection are various pieces featuring all-over prints including moon print pieces, an acid wash/tie dye jacket and bow tie, fader hoody and basketball jersey/blazer mash-up. All are available via Choiceisyours.

Jaja! Club Coke 2009 x Justice x So_ME | Glow-In-The-Dark Bottle

Today we get a first look at the final bottle design of the Club Coke 2009, created in collaboration with Justice and Edbanger Records creative director So_Me. We gave you a teaser a couple of days ago, here now the final design. The bottle comes in a red colorway and features the “Do The Dance By Justice And So_Me” slogan. At night the bottle will show its real feature - it glows in the dark.

The Club Coke 2009 marks the 5th anniversary of the Club Coke initiative. Look out for this new bottle in the best clubs around the globe very soon.

Devilock x Batman Collection

We have seen Ubiq sneakers with Batman imagery and now fellow Japanese brand Devilock has also worked in a small line-up of goods, featuring the action hero. The series consists of three hoodies, each coming in three colorways and featuring mostly large size Batman imagery. The hoodies are made for Batman fans, otherwise you can probably not pull it off.

The Devilock x Batman Collection is now available at eProze.

swagger 2009 Spring/Summer Photoshoot in Samurai Magazine

The swagger crew give a peek into their upcoming collection for Spring/Summer 2009. As usual, the Japanese brand sets forth a strong tone of bold color choices and intricate patterns throughout the lineup. A healthy mix of denim is evident, highlighted by their outwear collection featuring a collaboration piece with The North Face. The items should soon be available at swagger’s online store, choiceisyours.

Pointer 2009 Spring/Summer Barajas | Mathieson

Developing a strong following with their clean wearable styles, pieces from Pointer’s 2009 spring/summer collection. Two of the models featured here include the Mathieson and Barajas. The Barajas features a low-profile sole in boot-like form, marked by different uses of materials to create a tonal division. The Mathieson is a more sneaker-orientated style and comes in blue and cream versions. Both are available now at Size?.

Jaja! Converse X Lego SNEAKER

James Holmes’ Ford Sinister

Cars in the 30’s had real style that’s missing from today’s models. Although the low cut windows do remind us of the Chrysler 300. Above, “The Sinister”, James Holmes’ creation using Ford’s classic models as his inspiration while using modern tech under the hood. It’s Hot Wheels comes to life.

K Workstation

Dope idea for a complete workstation from New York design studio MisoSoup Design.

Louis Vuitton Playing Cards

Yet another interesting concept from Louis Vuitton as they continue to expand their dominion as the luxury lifestyle brand of choice. A full, usable deck of cards, featuring the usual 54 suspects all decked in LV’s Damier Graphite Canvas on the reverse and ‘Louis Vuitton’ displayed on the aces.

The Hundreds

The Hundreds have dropped two new beanies for Spring 09', The Half Adam and Buffalo Beanie. Both are stocked with a price tag of $26USD and available at The Hundreds online Store.

Recession Madness Sample Sale

Cash and credit cards will be accepted at the World’s Fair space at 204 Elizabeth Street, when Acapulco Gold, 10 Deep and Mighty Healthy bring you the three day Recession Madness Sample sale, this January 16th through 18th. Stock up and save.

World’s Fair
204 Elizabeth Street
New York, NY 10012

Taylor Momsen for Nike

Check out this viral ad video from Nike featuring Gossip Girl Taylor Momsen escaping the paparrazzis after her workout, but in a superhuman way! She was spotted wearing head to toe Nike- a sports bra top and a blue pair of Nike Zoom Sister One+ doing some crazy moves. In the beginning it really did look like just any paparrazzi chase but when she managed to get to the stairs watch her dodge the paparazzis with her “super powers”! Gotta give it to Nike!

Chapel Of Dawn “Come Together” Stadium Jackets

Chapel Of Dawn, the sub-brand by Silly Thing and Juno, will be releasing two new stadium jackets. The jackets feature the Chapel Of Dawn logo on the chest and the “Come Together” graphic on the back. The graphic has been released last year on t-shirts and tote bags, originally created to raise money for last years earthquake victims. The stadium jackets come limited to 20 pieces in each colorway.

Original Fake x honeyee.com “X Eyes Stripe” T-Shirts

For the release of the new honeyee.mag Issue 7, the online magazine got together with Original Fake on a collaboration t-shirt. The t-shirt features the “X Eyes Stripe” design on the back and the new “circle teeth” design, which will be heavily coming in Spring/Summer 2009 from Original Fake. The tee comes in a black and a white colorway.

Look out for a release at the end of January in the honeyee.store.

G-Shock x Subcrew Watch Collection

G-Shock hooked up with Hong Kong’s Subcrew brand on a series of watches. They worked on several G-Shock styles, each coming in a series of colorways. Subcrew branding is featured on the watch straps and possibly also on the backlight. These will be released soon online, as well as at Unity stores.

Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair Spring 2009 Man

Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair of Sweden gets serious with their Spring 2009 Collection. An examination of the wears and looks from forthcoming season show some prizes. Our favorites include the Windstopper Pu shirts with zip up details, a great collection of spring suit jacket and slacks, and the lightweight nylon Elasta bomber jacket (shown above).

NoirBasic Paris Summer 2009 Preview

NoirBasic is playing in a tough town. Based out of Paris, arguably the holy land of all things fashion, the new line is looking break through in a very cut throat market. Looking at their varsity and leather jackets, shown above as part of their Summer 2009 preview, you can almost be sure they’re ready to rock.

What is key to BasicNoir is their long term goal for “refined, uncompromising high quality vision” that keeps elegance “regardless of the period.” High grade materials play the most important role in this line - lambskin, alligator, ostrich, .925 sterling silver and natural silk. The output is a short run, handmade collection of jackets and hoodies that just work. The leather jacket is a banger.

Kanye West for Louis Vuitton Sneakers Preview

After all the hoopla surrounding his collaboration with prestigious fashion house Louis Vuitton, Kanye West unveils the first design of six from his upcoming sneaker collection. Taking a clean cut approach, the heralded Mr. West pushes out a very well executed deck shoe silhouette. Definitely a good sign of things to come.

Dior Homme Spring/Summer 2009 Sunglasses

High-end designer brand Dior Homme reveals a further look into sunglasses from their 2009 spring/summer runway show. Presented by Kris Van Assche, these are not your typical sunglass design as they have a futuristic/sci-fi look to it, adding to the eccentric collection of many other sunglasses out there. Coming in black, white and purple these new sunglasses are available now at Dior Homme boutiques

New Nixon Concept Watches

Here are 3 prototype watches from Nixon. TV Star, Pong and Tetris were designed for Nixon by graphic artist Lysandre Follet.

KAWS x Kanye West - 808’s and Heartbreak Billboard

With the release of Kanye West’s fourth album, 808’s and Heartbreak, the rapper commissioned one of the most renowned artists to illustrate the cover for the album. Now that the album has gone Platinum, it only seems right that the KAWS x Kanye West 808’s and Heartbreak album cover be seen in New York City located on 45th and 7th Street.

Maison Martin Margiela Silver Hospital Bracelet

Pretend that the warden of luxury let you our early with this Maison Martin Margiela Silver Hospital Bracelet. The plated brass bracelet is a replica of those you usually tear off your wrist once your E.R. visit is complete The working locking mechanism is a great touch and more importantly, as Fashion Indie mentions, it is a nice play on “everyday random objects”. Available Here

Allegri Spring/Summer 2009 Man

Italy’s Allegri line is re-focusing their production around a “new environmental awareness” which “reconcile[s] the demands of modernity with respect for nature.” The fabrics in the Allegri Spring/Summer 2009 collection for Allegri are built around “intellgent fibers” which create waterproof fabrics without the use of typical classic coatings. They idea is to reduce waste while keeping their technical wear breathable and wearable. Many of the Allegri outerwear looks are built to be worn in a variety of conditions. Sleeves as well as collars may be removed depending on the climate or choice of look. We applaud their re-focus on a greener world.

Gisele and Kate for Versace

Ad Campaign: Versace

Season: Spring Summer 2009

Models: Kate Moss |IMG, Storm, Marilyn, d'management group| and Gisele Bundchen |IMG|

Photography by Mario Testino

Website: www.versace.com
Iconic supermodels Kate Moss and Gisele Bundchen in the new s/s 2009 Versace campaign, shot by photographer Mario Testino.

Supreme Warehouse Sale

Supreme NY and LA will be having a warehouse sale next Wednesday, January 7th. The sale includes all items and will be discounted up to 80% off of the items original price. Head over to Supreme’s site for more info.

Raf Simons

Raf Simons Leather Sneakers - Spring / Summer 2009

Price Tag €415.00

Available At Colette