Japanese retailer Beauty & Youth drop an extensive collection of chukkas created in conjunction with Mata. The Suede Chukka features a number of different colors with a traditional crepe sole. Six different colors each come paired with two sets of laces as well. Available now at Beauty & Youth.
First seen via catalog images back in January, the Vans Vault “AKAT” sneaker by the self-taught artist, Taka Hayashi, is finally available. Two colorways are currently available (brown & bitter chocolate) with more along the way. Retailing at $130, you can grab yours now at Bows and Arrows.
Embodying a clean and timeless approach to footwear design, The Generic Man present two classic styles here with a moccasin model alongside a chukka. Both styles come in some muted colortones and are available now via Beauty & Youth.
Standard gives us a glimpse of Stussy’s upcoming hat collection. Regardless of your tastes, Stussy’s got a few different angles covered. Styles are diverse ranging from fitteds and snapbacks to 5-panels and knitted offerings. Look for these to hit your local Stussy dealer.
Beginning to hit select retailers is Engineered Garments’ 2009 fall/winter collection. The brand’s traditional and timeless aesthetic has captivated a large audience undoubtedly fueled by the recent movement towards classic menswear. Among our personal favorites in this initial release for July are the Work Shirts in various materials and the Shawl Collar Cinch Vest. Available now at Museum Ark.
As part of their Fall 2009 releases, famed Japanese streetwear label A Bathing Ape drop a selection of new accessories, all featuring their “Cookie Camo” motif. Amongst the chosen product are a set of backpacks, banana bags, mini shoulder bags, hunting caps, hair bands, and a simple logo t-shirt. All are available now via ZOZOTOWN.
Yes this is an actual product being shown at CES this year. It’s the Cell Mate hands free cell phone holder. It’s basically just a giant headband clip that attaches to your phone and goes over your head. The advantage is that you don’t have to synch up or charge up a bluetooth earpiece. The disadvantage is that it’s totally ridiculous looking and it doesn’t look very comfortable. Even the name is bad- “cell-mate”… I’ve watched too many prison movies to get a good feeling about that one.
Since the brand’s movement towards Paris to exhibit its products, we’ve seen VISVIM embark on a slightly new direction. The brand’s traditional sneaker-esque footwear offerings and backpacks are now complimented by more mature garments with this 2009 fall/winter preview offering overview of what’s to come. Highlights include the the VIRGIL BOOTS-FOLK, the TALBOT ONEIDA in Giza45 cotton, the ACADEMIA STRIPE 2-button jacket, the PATRICIAN-FOLK, MALISEET ELK-FOLK and two veggie leather bags including a large-sized Boston and the HOMER TOTE.
For the first time this season, OriginalFake present a lookbook documenting their 2009 fall/winter collection. The most prominent looks feature their collection of graphic tees as we anticipate further previews down the line that will also include other releases such as outerwear.
Pushing the boundaries of eyewear design, a recent Martin Margiela eyewear release features an innovative and interesting aviator appropriation. The sunglasses feature an aviator anatomy but the obvious difference comes with the one piece lens. A small top bar adds another detail. Available now at colette.
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