Archive for February, 2010
Alexander McQueen x PUMA Black Tech KO
Alexander McQueen was one of the most important english Designers of his time, not only because of his famous and glamorous outfits for Lady GaGa. On February 11th he passed away at the age of only 41 years, but his designs will be unforgotten.
His crossover into sportswear was perhaps best exemplified with his ongoing relationship with PUMA with a seasonal collection bearing his name. The Black Tech KO is presented here as it features a sleek mixed material upper with a nod to the traditional boxing boot.
See more pics after the jump.
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Tuesday, 23.February.2010 | Posted in Brands, Celebrities, Fashion, Sneakers by · Comments OffLacoste – MTTM Hiromi Lace Sneaker
Perfectly fitting for spring are the Lacoste X Married to the Mob collaboration lace ‘HIROMI’ sneaker. They come in two different colorways – copper and lavender – featuring shiny leather with floral lace overlay and a red sole. They´re available exclusively through Lacoste retailers and the MTTM official online store and in very limited quantities only. So don´t miss yours!
See more pics after the jump.
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Tuesday, 23.February.2010 | Posted in Brands, Colabo, Fashion, Sneakers, Stores by · Comments OffAir Jordan 2010 by Tinker Hatfield & Mark Smith
We hope you spared some dimes for new sneakers because we´ve got good news for all you sneaker heads out there. The Air Jordan designed by Tinker Hatfield and Mark Smith is now available on your favorite Nike retailers worldwide. For $170, you can purchase a pair of these must-try shoes in black/varsity red and white colorway.
Make sure to check out more pics of this sportive beauty after the jump.
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Tuesday, 23.February.2010 | Posted in Brands, Sneakers, Sports by · Comments OffNike Dunk Low “Incredible Hulk” Customs
Back in June 2009 Nike brought to us the Nike Dunk “Planet Of The Apes” designed by sneaker customizer Chrisco. Little did we know at the time but those were just the kicker to what is known as the Marvel Mash-Up, a collection of custom sneakers inspired by a variety of Marvel Comics. After debuting the first pair we are now pleased to present you Vol. 2 of the Marvel Mash-Up by Chrisco.
For volume 2 Chrisco went with a Nike Dunk Low carrying a theme inspired by none other then Dr. Bruce Banner, also known as the Incredible Hulk. As the story goes Bruce Banner was accidentally exposed to a test detonation of a gamma bomb he invented which has caused him at times, usually when he gets mad, to involuntarily transform into the green, raging giant known as the Hulk. For his Hulk inspired Dunks Chrisco started off with a pair of White on White Low’s and painted the tongue, toe box, mid-panel and ankle panel all Green to match the Hulk’s body color. Purple denim with rugged edges was then fastened around the frontal, heel, and on the lace panels to present the Hulk’s ripped purple pants from the Marvel Comic series. Black felt was then stitched up on the Nike Swoosh and on the heel tab which includes “HULK” in Green embroidery, and a Marvel Comics logo was then worked onto a pair of tongue tags for the sneakers. The upper itself is no doubt a well executed design but what really helps wraps up these customs for me is the sole swap Chrisco did taking the sole unit from a pair of Earthquake Nike Dunks and incorporating it onto the Dunk Low to bring forth the cracked rock/cement pattern that the Incredible Hulk is usually associated with.
See more incredible pics after the jump.
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Tuesday, 23.February.2010 | Posted in Arts, Brands, Colabo, Customs, Sneakers by · Comments OffCarmelo Anthony’s All-Star Jordan Melo M6
Have you seen Carmelo Anthony’s All Jordan Melo M6 on the last 2010 NBA All-Star game in Dallas? If not, then have a look on his footwear for the mentioned game by looking carefully at these pictures. Carmelo Anthony showed flashes of the hustle and all-around game that has made him one of the most versatile players in the league, as he poured in 17 first-half points and asserted himself more than in prior year’s All-Star games. Maybe the white, crimson and gold colors of his Jordan Melo M6 were his lucky charms. Aside from the striking colors, the customized stitches and lasered designs made the All-Star festivities a real celebration.
See more pics after the jump.
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Tuesday, 23.February.2010 | Posted in Brands, Sneakers, Sports by · Comments OffNew Era Alice in Wonderland New Line
Everybody knows the New Era Caps featuring great sports teams, now they released a few caps with famous Alice in Wonderland theme. There are four different models:
1. New Era Cheshire Cat Alice in Wonderland Black. The Cheshire Cat one has clean colorway and famous Cheshire Cat’s toothy grin across the front panels. In the back side of cap it says “Most everyone’s mad here. You may have noticed that I’m not all there myself.”
2. New Era The Mad Hatter Alice in Wonderland Green. The Mad Hatter one has clean colorway and under the brim design.
3. New Era Queen Soldiers Alice in Wonderland Black. The Queen Soldiers one has clean colorway.
4. New Era Eat Me Drink Me Alice in Wonderland Black. The Eat Me Drink Me one has clean colorway.
You can see the corresponding pics after the jump.
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Tuesday, 23.February.2010 | Posted in Arts, Brands, Lifestyle, Streetwear by · Comments OffAston Martin x Kobe Bryant x Nike Hyperdunk
2008, when Nike released the Hyperdunk they started working together with LA Lakers Superstar Kobe Bryant to promote their new kicks. They produced several videos with Kobe jumping to incredible heights which Nike wanted us to believe was only possible when wearing a pair of the ultra light Hyperdunks. Kobe was seen jumping over an assortment of things, one of them being a moving Aston Martin.
Now Aston Martin isn´t any longer only featured with a car in a video but got its´ own sneaker toghether with Kobe. The shoes feature a chrome like Metallic Silver finish on the toe, ankle panel, lace panels and heel cap, with a Gunmetal color on the Flywire upper and Silver again on the mid-sole. The inner lining is fabricated from smooth Red leather to resemble the exotic leather interior on an Aston Martin and fixed to the tongue is a round piece of carbon fiber with Kobe’s name, the Aston Martin logo and the Nike Swoosh all printed on it in a stacked formation. Kobe’s signature is also included on the backside of the tongue on a Red leather tag.
These kicks will be limited to 500 pairs and are expected to drop sometime during Spring.
Source: citysole
Just Arrived @ Numelo.com: Nike Air Max 97
Just arrived at Numelo.com: the Nike Air Max 97, one of the most popular sneaker of all times. The Air Max 97 is an update of the legendary running shoe from 1997 and features a synthetic leather upper, a breathable mesh, performance insole, anatomically correct, full-length, dual-pressure Air-Sole unit, just to name a few.
With its reflecting snakeskin pattern it not only means safety for nighttime but also a lot of style! (See more pics after the jump)
Visit Numelo.com and get yours today!
Monday, 15.February.2010 | Posted in Brands, News, Sneakers, Sports by · Comments OffNike Air Rift / Original Colorway Release
Runners from Kenya are known taking their strides bare foot, which scientists say is a lot more healthy for the body. In 1995, Nike took inspiration from bare foot runners in creating the Air Rift, which attempts to mimic a shoeless feel. Fifteen years later, the sneaker is now back in its original colorway of concord, varsity maize and red in a synthetic material build resting on an Air sole.
A second original colorway of the Nike Air Rift has also been released, this one in a colorway inspired by the Kenyan national colors in black and green with red accents. The Kenyan colors are a reference to the fact that sneakers design is inspired by the barefoot style of running popular with runners from the nation. The kicks build is made of neoprene and features a split toe foot.
The third colorway comes in white and black with orange accents in a traditional neoprene build. Have a look on detailed pics and the additional colorways after the jump.
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Monday, 15.February.2010 | Posted in Brands, News, Sneakers, Sports by · Comments OffTANYA MORGAN PRESENTS LAURA’S TAPE STARRING DONWILL AS DON CUSACK
Tanya Morgan presents Laura’s Tape, the latest drop from group member Donwill in association with 2dopeboyz, FLuD Watches, IM Culture and Rocksmith Tokyo. The mixtape features tracks off Donwill’s debut LP Don Cusack in High Fidelity. Dropping just in time for Valentine’s Day and mixed by DJ KingMost, Laura’s Tape is laden with hip-hop and R&B sounds alike.
Below is the Bandcamp link where you can download Laura’s Tape, watch the “Laura’s Song” music video and a flyer with dates for the upcoming High Fidelity Tour with Kooley High. Look out for Don Cusack in High Fidelity out on 3.23.10 at iTunes, Amazon, and eMusic.
Download Laura’s Tape here.
High Fidelity Tour Dates
2.22 – New York, NY- SOB’s
2.23 – Philadelphia, PA- Trocodero Theater
2.24 – Allentown, PA – Crocodile Rock Cafe
2.25 – Washington, DC – Bohemian Caverns
2.26 – Raleigh, NC – The Pour House
2.27 – Williamsburg, VA – College of William & Mary
3.02 – Atlanta, GA – The Apache Cafe
3.03 – Asheville, NC – The Biltmore Garage
3.04 – Pittsburgh, PA – Shadow Lounge
3.05 – Toronto, ON – The Drake Hotel
3.06 – Chicago, IL – Subterranean
Source: rocksmithtokyo
