Amy Gunther of Brooklyn-based skateshop KCDC interviews Todd Bratrud, the designer/illustrator/artist responsible for the shop’s brand new limited edition t-shirts. Cop ‘em HERE.[KCDC]
Shanghai sneaker store FOOTMARK collaborates with MS for the Futurestep, a fully customizable shoe that ships with multicolor velcro panels set to be released only in China this month. [Hypebeast]
Can’t get enough of Kanye? The new book entitled Glow In The Dark features never before seen photos from his tour of the same name as well as dope designs (some by ‘Ye himself) and other goodies. [Slamxhype]
Forward thinking Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto files for bankruptcy—What’s in store for Y-3’s future? [Wall Street Journal]
Check out the new Vigorelli fixed gear frames from Cinelli. [Weekly Drop]
Real men wear pink, yes, but if you can pull off the Visvim Fall/Winter 2009 Puma Pack (as in, puma print sneakers), all the props to you. [High Snobiety]
People have been talking about “murdered-out” kicks a lot lately, but not many pairs of sneakers are as black (and cool) as this latest make-up of the Y-3 Hayworth Mid. Sure they looked cool on the runway, but if you’re not the high fashion-y type, pair ‘em with some solid denim, and you’re good to go. If you’re not afraid to part with the paper, cop them online HERE for $260.
For our latest “best” list, we had to take it back—yep, back to the good ol’ high school days, when social status was everything. (Things haven’t changed much, huh? *SMH*) We remember being brand-new freshmen trying to figure out the best way to become part of the cool crowd. We soon learned that the easiest way to become the B.M.O.C. was to play a sport and—if you were athletically blessed enough—earn that fresh letterman varsity jacket. Those leather sleeves were smooth as butter and the giant letter patch let everybody know that you had arrived. Officially.
Thankfully, those H.S. days are over (for most of us), but the varsity look remains a classic. Brands like Y-3 and Alexander McQueen have reinvented this school-boy style with modern twists on the jacket—everything from the traditional letterman steez to cleaner, patch-free, grown-up versions. Read on for our picks of the best 15 varsity jackets and show the world that you’re forever fresh, man…
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When it comes to Y-3, the Honja Hi stands out. Sure the style works better if your jeans are the real skinny kind (sorry Hov) but this black/white colorway is dope enough for the masses. Yohji doesn’t eff around so you know with the higher price tag expect to get premium construction with a shiny leather upper that’s not going to go dull anytime soon. Get them HERE now for $260.
If the only stripes you thought you could get away with wearing this summer were your seersucker shorts, listen up: Stripe is one of our go-to patterns of the summer. Pulling them off correctly can be tricky—you don’t wanna look like Waldo or anything. But, depending on the application, stripes can put you in a cool, nautical, seaside state of mind which is perfect for when you’re stuck on your stoop with a beer.
With that in mind, we’ve put together a definitive list of the 10 best striped items of the moment, including everything from bow ties to shirts with brands ranging from In4mation to adidas Y-3. Read on to see how you can incorporate top notch products with stripes from head to toe….
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To help you stay fresh and save money, each week Complex scours the virtual racks for the best sample and retail sales in our Deals Of The Week post. A few weeks ago we brought you the Y-3 sale, which is still going strong. This week, check out the details on the A.P.C. sale, then keep reading below to see all the other deals that are worth checking out…
WHO: A.P.C.
DEAL: Up to 30% off the Madras collection.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 1 – Wednesday, July 22. Monday – Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.; Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Soho – 131 Mercer St near Prince St, 212.966.9685
[Racked]
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If you’re still throwing your clothes into your gym bag when going on a trip, it’s time to grow up. And if you are grown, well, it’s time to get it together. Your luggage says as much about you as the rest of your outfit, so make the right statement this summer and upgrade, starting with a duffle bag.
Available in a wide ranging number of sizes and styles, duffle bags are perfect for quick trips—they’re easy to manage, and if traveling by plane, are easy to store in overhead compartments. Now, we know what you’re thinking, you don’t want to look like a bougie fashionista carrying around a manbag, but c’mon, even Supreme makes a duffle bag now. And since summer is the season of the weekend getaway, now is the time to get your bag game proper. To help guide your decision, we’ve picked out our 10 favorite duffle bags for this season. And with prices ranging from $34 to $526, you may just feel the need to cop two…
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NAME: Dorian
AGE: 22
OCCUPATION: Model
HOME BASE: Brooklyn
SHIRT WORN AS HAT: Juicy Couture
SHIRT: Vintage
BLAZER: General Idea by Bumsuk
BELT: Vintage
WATCH: Nooka
DENIM: General Idea
SHOES: PF Flyers
What are you saving up for the summer? Future investments.
What summer trends have you seen? Capri pants and mohawks.
What is your dream vacation? A hotel stay underwater.
What’s your summer drink? Brooklyn. It’s what we call an Obama Hennessy.
What country has the best style? Japan.
Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…
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The Micheal Jackson estate is going on sale, and there is a TON of awesome stuff. Compared to some other types of memorabilia, it’s not too crazy expensive, either. A giant painting of the King of Pop in your living room? Sounds pretty stylin’ to us. [Daily Mail]
Opening Ceremony has its web site/shop up and running. Now you can blow money from anywhere in the world on fashionable things you never knew existed. [Opening Ceremony]
The Y-3 runway runway went down on Sunday night. Check these images of the show. As always, some bangers, some wtfs. [Slam x Hype]
Original Fake x Neighborhood. We probably could have seen this one coming. [High Snobiety]
Charlie Sheen to debut new line at the Magic Tradeshow tomorrow. Bigger than hip hop. [Slam x Hype]
We’re off to see our homeboy Gravy rockin’ the Coogi in Notorious . Really we just want to see Naturi Naughton naked. Oh, here’s pics of Cassie at the screening last night. [Bastardly]
Check out this new track from Lil Wayne titled “Red Rum”. [Nah Right]
Sneak into the club with Y-3 footwear. [Nice Kicks]
Mail it in: Here is the 5 funniest ways to ruin your life. [CoedMagazine]
Justin Timberlake is doing a fashion line. Can’t wait! [Perez Hilton]
