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]

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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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….

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]

WHO: Built By Wendy
DEAL: Offering up tp 70% off their spring/summer styles.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 1 – Monday, August 31. Monday – Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.; Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Nolita – 7 Centre Market Place between Broome St and Grand St, 212.925.6538. Williamsburg – 46 North 6th St between Wythe St and Kent St, 718.384.2882
[Racked]

WHO: Acne
DEAL: Up to 50% off on Acne x Lanvin capsule collection.
WHEN: Thursday, July 9 – Sunday, August 9. Monday – Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.;
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Soho – 10 Greene St near Grand St, 212.625.2828
[nymag]

WHO: Calvin Klein
DEAL: Up to 50% off.
WHEN: Monday, July 6 – Saturday, August 1. Monday – Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Calvin Klein Store – 654 Madison Avenue, 212.292.9000
[nymag]

WHO: Karim Rashid
DEAL: Up to 80% off.
WHEN: Tuesday, July 7 – Monday, August 31. Tuesday – Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.;
WHERE: Karim Rashid Shop – 137 West 19th St near Sixth Avenue, 212.337.8078
[nymag]

WHO: Oliver Spencer
DEAL: Up to 50% off on Spring 2009 Collection, including coats, shirts and accessories.
WHEN: Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10. Monday – Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Oliver Spencer – 750 Greenwich St, 212.337.3095
[nymag]

WHO: Y-3
DEAL: Up to 50% off Spring 2009.
WHEN: Friday, June 12 – no end date. Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
WHERE: Y-3 Meatpacking; 317 W 13th St between 8th & Hudson; 917.546.8677 and Y-3 Soho; 92 Greene St between Prince & Spring; 212.966.9833
[The Choosy Beggar]

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…

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…

What movie best captures your style? The Matrix.

Who has wack style? Anthony Hamilton.

What trend do you want to see die? Timberlands in the summertime.

Last clothing item you purchased? Triple Five Soul shorts and a couple of fresh tees.

Most money you ever spent on a single item of clothing? The Juicy Couture shirt that I’m wearing on my head.

Favorite online shop? Karmaloop.com.

What do you collect? Produced beats.

What is your favorite brand? Y-3.

What do chicks dig about your style? They like my Nooka watch and think my look is fresh and appealing.

What’s the most common statement people make about your style? I was born a model and stand picture perfect.

What do you see as the next big trend? Japanese fashion.

What is your favorite city? Hollywood, but there isn’t anything like New York.

What is your dream job? Music producer or NBA player.

Who is your dream date? Jordan Richardson.

Last book read? There is More to the Secret: An Examination of Rhonda Byrne’s Bestselling Book “The Secret”, by Ed Gungor.

What is your trend-proof style advice for our readers? All you need is one shirt and a black tie.

Want to be featured in our weekly Street Detail blog? Email a head-to-toe picture of yourself to: streetdetail@complex.com

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]

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]

Because our New Years Resolution was to look out more for others, we scouted the market and searched high and low for some boots that will withstand this winter season and look good doing it. Check out our top-ten below…


TIMBERLAND ABINGTON Hiker Boot, $195
WHERE TO BUY: Urban Outfitters

BAND OF OUTSIDERS FOR SPERRY TOP SIDER Ballistic Nylon High-Top, $350
WHERE TO BUY: eLuxury

CREATIVE RECREATION The Montana, $152
WHERE TO BUY: Karmaloop

DR. MARTENS The Peter Monkey 7-Eye Boot, $110
WHERE TO BUY: Dr. Martens

JOHN VARVATOS Suede Chukka Boot, $345
WHERE TO BUY: Barney’s New York

LIMMER Light Weight Boot, $260
WHERE TO BUY: RM Connection

L.L BEAN Duck Boots, $75
WHERE TO BUY: L.L. Bean

OSPOPTianlang Trainers, $76
WHERE TO BUY: Refinery 29

RED WING Heritage Work “Lumberjack”, $130
WHERE TO BUY: Overstock

Y-3Tenji Winter Hi, $315
WHERE TO BUY: Y-3 Store

Now, this shiny Honja Hi/ Ikuno tag-team isn't an official package, but good luck on deciding which sneaker to cop. Good thing spending the rent check is nothing new for us. Look for both of these to hit the Y-3 flagship store in New York during the first week of December.
Honja Hi, $270, Ikuno, $250…y-3.com

New sneakers leak every day, but sometimes it’s hard to actually track down the shoes you want. By the time they actually come out, your attention has already shifted to something that’s coming out in Fall 2010. If you plan on going to get some shoes that are out now, read on below to see the sneakers that are coming out this month that we’ve given the Complex co-sign to….

SUPRA SKYTOP

These East Coast Skytop bangers hit on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. Chances of you being able to get them on Saturday, the 29th? Ha. Buy them on the 28th for $140, at one of these spots.

ADIDAS O-STORE PROJECTS

adidas Originals stores are making a transition into “O Stores” for 2009, and exclusive projects will now be part of the “O Collection”. These ZX700 Boat Series will kick it off for $120 at adidas Originals Stores this month.

ETNIES PLUS x ADULT SWIM

We teased these a little while back, you can get them now at a handful of quality shops for $70. Check an interview we did with the creators here.

JORDAN COLLEZIONE PACK 15/8

Jordan Countdown packs are running out, but these are one of the best yet. Grab the 15/8 for $330 on 11/15 at your local Jordan drop spots. jumpman23.com

Click NEXT to the rest of November’s best sneakers.

For fall, Yohji will drop this blacked-out make up that you know Lupe's going to be all over. Check for it in upcoming weeks at Y-3 accounts, including the NYC flagship store.
$250, www.y-3.com

The Hayworth always hit with the fashion-set, but now the mid-cut silhouette is getting done up in a scheme even the hippies will fuck with.

This hiker-friendly colorup just recently hit the flagship store in NYC and other key Y-3 accounts. Get them in the rotation to ensure a strong fall.
$280,www.y-3.com

This Halloween-friendly colorup just got marked down, so you can grab them online now without paying a grip.
$130, y-3.com

Too much slobbing? Nah, maybe it's just time to step your shit up. Check for these and Yohji's late summer drops at the Y-3 store in NYC.
$190,y3.com