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Now that temperatures are starting to heat up, and many states across the United States are starting to reopen, it’s time to put together the freshest fits you can. Sadly, a lot of our favorite summer pieces have been collecting dust this past year. So there is ample time to refresh your closet with some of these great new drops this week.
The beloved outdoor brand Arc’Teryx has just unveiled its ReBird project, a new sustainable platform that will celebrate upcycled goods and products made from repurposed fabrics. Reese Cooper has just released a new DIY Chore Coat kit for anyone interested in picking up some cut and sew skills this summer. Brands like Stray Rats and Palace have dropped new T-shirts with some eyecatching graphics as well. If you’re looking for a new up and coming brand to support, check out Suspended Animation’s capsule collection with the Complex Shop.
Find out the details on how to cop all these releases, and others from Adidas Skateboarding, Fila, and YG’s 4Hunnid, below.
Arc’teryx ReBird
Release Date: May 19
Where to Buy It: arcteryx.com
Price: TBD
Arc’teryx has just unveiled ReBird, a new platform that will let the public explore the brand’s ongoing initiatives in circularity, upcycling, resale, and care/repair. ReBird is Arc’teryx’s first customer-facing platform within the sustainability and circularity space since launching its Used Gear Program in 2019. To compliment ReBird’s debut, the brand will unveil its first-ever upcycled products made from post-consumer materials. Upcycled Totes made of used Arc’teryx Gore-Tex jackets that are no longer wearable are upcycled into a limited run of tote bags with reinforced straps and other features. Upcycled Pouches also made out of used Arc’teryx Gore-Tex jackets will also be available. Lastly, the Stowe Windshell, a lightweight and packable performance hoodie which was constructed from the ends-of-rolls left after making the Arc’Teryx “Squamish Hoody,” will also be available. More ReBird products will drop in the future and the program will help fulfill the brand’s targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 65% by 2030.
Reese Cooper DIY Chore Coat Kit
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: reese-cooper.com
Price: $98
Once again, the production team at Reese Cooper has put together some leftover deadstock fabrics to craft together some new versions of the RCI DIY Chore Coat. For less than $100, Reese Cooper fans can try to sew their own chore coat in a cotton twill Dark Green colorway. Kits include fabric, instructions, a pattern, a graphing ruler, snap buttons, and RCI patches.
Stray Rats Spring/Summer 2021
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: strayrats.com
Price: $36-$98
The Miami-based streetwear label Stray Rats is back this season with a ripe new collection. T-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats are highlighted in the brand’s first release from its Spring/Summer 2021 collection. Standout graphic T-shirts include references to video games like Phantasy Star Online and logo flips of ‘90s rock bands like Hum.
Palace
Release Date: May 21
Where to Buy It: palaceskateboards.com
Price: TBD
The third drop from Palace’s Summer 2021 collection will be available this Friday. The drop will include more great hoodies and T-shirts that will feature variations of the brand’s iconic Tri-Ferg logo. “Palace Princess” apparel will also be included in this upcoming drop. Standout accessories releasing this week include a set of dice, an incense holder, and a knitted bucket cap.
Klättermusen
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: klattermusen.com
Price: $65-$350
The Scandinavian mountaineering equipment brand Klättermusen recently collaborated with Slam Jam to present an editorial highlighting pieces from its Spring/Summer 2021 collection. Klättermusen’s latest collection includes water and windproof fabric innovations that are perfect for both rainy city walks and long treks in the woods. Some of the key pieces from the brand’s Spring/Summer 2021 range include the “Asynja” jacket and pants, and a lightweight and waterproof set of gear that’s constructed out of 3L 100% recycled polyamide Cutan fabric. Other standout releases include the “Fjörm” backpack, which is a waterproof pack constructed with taped seams and recycled materials. Other products, like the “Ansur” shorts and hat are constructed out of windproof and water-resistant Katla Cotton.
Suspended Animation
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: shop.complex.com
Price: $40-$60
The Baltimore-based streetwear brand Suspended Animation was recently crowned by Racks Hogan as the winner of Mailroom Season 2. The brand’s exclusive collection with the Complex Shop is now available. A bold graphic T-shirt and a pair of sweatshorts is available in limited quantities now.
Adidas Skateboarding Puig PK Primeblue
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: adidas.com
Price: $110
Adidas Skateboarding has collaborated with pro skater Lucas Puig to craft the Puig PK Primeblue. It’s the first sustainable silhouette from Adidas Skateboarding. The upper was made in part with Parley ocean plastic and the design was inspired by the skater’s time spent in his hometown on the coast of Biarritz, France. A more sustainable take on Puig’s Pro model shoe, the Puig PK Primeblue is a lightweight shoe meant to be worn while chilling rather than skating. A high grade EVA midsole provides optimal comfort and cushioning while a molded Adiprene sockliner provides a glove-like fit.
YG’s The Flame “Block Runner”
Release Date: May 21
Wher To Buy It: 4hunnid.com
Price: $200
YG’s The Flame footwear line is releasing a Red/White iteration of its “Block Runner” sneaker. The Block Runner first arrived in March with an inverted colorway pattern, which sold out online within minutes of its release. This drop marks the second delivery of multiple Block Runners scheduled to release throughout 2021 under YG’s latest business venture. The low-top sneakers sit on a custom sole and feature red leather with a contrasting white-colored “The Flame” logo stretched across the quarter panel.
Who Cares x Collect & Select "WHAT THE PT II" Shorts
Release Date: May 20
Where to Buy It: whocaressupplyco.com and collectandselect.com
Price: $75
Who Cares and Collect & Select are releasing their “WHAT THE PT II ‘’ swingman shorts. The design is a mashup of 12 retro NBA team shorts incuding the Phoenix Suns, Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, and more. The first version of the shorts was worn by Ben Baller at ComplexCon in 2019. Stephen Curry, DJ Carnage, Draymond Green, D’angelo Russel, B-Dot, DJ Esco, Druski, and Buddy Heild have also worn items from the brand in past years.
Privé Revaux x Nyjah Huston
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: priverevaux.com, Tillys, Zumiez, and other select retailers
Price: $44.95-$49.95
Privé Revaux’s latest capsule collection is a collaboration with professional skateboarder Nyjah Huston. A mix of active and classic frames, the Privé Revaux x Nyjah collection features three exclusive styles under $50. The “Hollywood” is an aviator with pink, yellow, and blue hues featuring signature silver and gold accents. The “Laguna” is a sleek frame that features a round brow bar with dark tones. And the “Kinetic” is a classic rectangle pair of frames with HoldTight technology, which utilizes strageically placed magnets into the arms of the sunglasses to keep the frames tightly closed when the wearer is on the move. The styles are available in classic black and tortoise frame materials. Each pair is handcrafted with anti-glare and scratch-resistant coating.
Fila x MSGM
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: fila.co.uk, select FILA retail stores in China and Japan, and on MSGM.it
Price: £10-£235 (app. $14-$332)
To celebrate Fila’s 110th anniversary, the brand has unveiled a capsule collection developed with the Italian clothing label MSGM. The brand has been celebrating its milestone anniversary through collaborations with iconic Italian brands such as Acqua Di Parma. The tennis-infused capsule collection features halter neck tops, mini skirts, shorts, polo shirts, and t-shirts in MSGM’s signature tie-dye prints and marble motifs. Lace and ruffles add romantic accents to pieces throughout the collection and “YOU ARE MY MATCH POINT” is printed or embroidered on a range of apparel.
Snipes x Stash x Mitchell & Ness
Release Date: May 21-May 25
Where to Buy It: Snipes Barclays Center store (162 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn, New York_
Price: $28-$34
Snipes has teamed up with Brooklyn-based graffiti artist and graphic designer Stash. Beginning May 21, the Barclays Center Snipes store in Brooklyn will host a five-day pop-up with exclusive caps from Mitchell & Ness that can be customized with limited-edition patches designed by Stash. The patch customization is free with any participating purchase. The Barclays Center store will also be exhibiting Stash artwork and a custom mural for the duration of the pop-up. It will run from Friday, May 21 through Tuesday, May 25.
Hoorsenbuhs
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: hoorsenbuhs.com
Price: $595-$975
The Los Angeles-based fine jewelry and lifestyle brand, Hoorsenbuhs, just launched “Program II.” The collection is a limited-edition assortment of unisex ready-to-wear clothing that offers customers a new way to experience Hoorsenbuhs’ luxurious style. It features hoodies, jackets, vests, and pants made from the finest materials sourced from Italy, Japan, South America, and the UK. Hoorsenbuhs is best known for their handcrafted open-link jewelry, but has made inroads in producing luxury streetwear since releasing its first collection in September 2020. Celebrity fans include Rihanna, Lenny Kravitz and Gwyneth Paltrow.
AOX Eyewear
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: aoxeyewear.com
Price: $120
AOX Eyewear offers custom eyewear handmade in the Italian seaside town of Sorrento. The brand has just released its first e-commerce endeavor within the United States this month. The Black-owned eyewear brand only uses natural acetate made out of cotton flowers and wooden beads, which creates a sustainable and hypoallergenic finished product. The glasses boast silver barrel hinges, embedded wire core temples, and polarized lenses with UVA-UVB protection.
Burton Luggage
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy It: burton.com
Price: $8-$400
Burton’s premium luggage line offers a range of bags with features that will have you ready to board airplanes and public transportation again as the world begins to reopen. Luggage like the “Wheelie Sub” travel bag boasts ample storage space and is a perfect choice for heavy packers who are looking for bags with zippers that allow for easy organization. Carry-on bags like the “Multipath “duffle bag are perfect for travelers who are going on day trip or weekend adventures. The bag also boasts handles that allow the duffle to be converted into a padded backpack.
Brickland Co.
Release Date: May 22
Where to Buy It: bricklandco.com
Price: $45
Brickland Co. will be releasing the first pieces from its Spring 2021 collection. The release will consist of one T-shirt in two different colorways, ‘Cadet’ & ‘Navy Peony’. These 230 GSM T-shirts employ a minimalist appeal to a regular fit complimented with a flocked and stylish Brickland typefaced logo on the chest.
Ray An Rose "BANDED®®" Collection
Release Date: May 22
Where to Buy It: rayanrose.com
Price: TBD
The LA-based flag artist Ray An Rose will drop his first collection, “BANDED®®,” this Saturday. By combining the Korean flag and paisley flags seen throughout Los Angeles, the collection seeks to reexamine the ties of blood and culture in an unfamiliar land. The 40” X 34” flag itself is constructed out of 43 distinct pieces and is a visage of the artist’s interpretation of the Korean American experience. In addition to the limited-edition print of the “BANDED®®” flag, the collection will include a RROSE embroidered dad hat and snapback with the “BANDED®®” flag on the hat’s side panel. A T-shirt featuring the RROSE logo on the front and the flag on the back accompanies a custom NIike Air Force 1. The collection is available on May 22nd at 1PM EST at rayanrose.com.