The Chronicles of Professor Fliggins discovered at A.Okay Official
Shawnimals Creative Director Shawn Smith (aka – Shawnimal) has created an all new world within a world with the Chronicles of Professor Fliggins! Alongside the talented Shawnimals staff including partner-in-plush Jen Brody, illustrator Montgomery Smith and designer Eric Uchalik, this exhibit showcases a number of solo and group works inspired by this new storyline. Continue reading
Nike SB Paul Rodriguez Zoom Air Elite (Stash) features a honeywheat / pimento color-way, which is simply a green and beige upper. Designed in collaboration with Stash, these are really nice, as they do feature some artwork on the toebox and side panels. The orange Nike swoosh definitely stands out as it is bright. The back half of the shoe features a diamond shaped pattern, and features Zoom Air insoles, evident as they are embossed on the shoe’s outsole. * This is a special Stash Edition Release. Only few hundred pairs were released!! 2006 Release. Colorway: Honey Wheat / Pimento. More shoes after the jump. Continue reading
Aside from their wide range of fashion-forward designs for Spring 2009, Supra introduced yet another fashionista-geared collection as part of their NS line. Consisting of their Skytop, Strapped, and Trinity each sneaker is emblazoned with Burgundy patent leather uppers and complimentary perforated paneling. Topped off with a contrasting white midsoles and black laces, all three can be purchased via A.Okay Official or at select Supra NS dealers.
Artist Jesse Hernandez is about to embark on a US signing tour with his bad-ass travel partner Jaguar Warrior (pictured above). The 8″ Dunny was created in a limited stock of 1500 pieces and will be released at four Kidrobot stores across the States. Hit them online now for all the dates and shop details.
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For the upcoming Pushers custom show @ Munky King, sculptural artist J. Shea has worked his wicked skills to produce a couple of what he describes as “reconfigurations” (a very apt description) of Thomas Han’s Pusher figures. This first one is a whimsical yet bold enforcer of extreme and humorous proportions. Great stuff. Be sure to watch for the official announcement of the Pushers custom show slated for late March.
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Initially surfacing back in 2008, the collaboration project between Earn Chen/James Lavelle owned boutique Surrender and Medicom Toy has finally come into fruition. Two sizes will be released including a 100% and 400% Bearbrick both coming in a black and white color scheme. The figures are rumored to reveal a bottom bikini layer triggered by hot weather changes. Guess we’ll have to wait and see when the final product is released.
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Much like the original black/white version that released in the latter part of 2008, Punk band Suicidal Tendencies brands this New Era release with their trademark logos embroidered in a neon green colorway. References of the band are seen throughout the front and back as well as the under brim. This new version will see a release in mid-April through Babekub City and other participating accounts. Continue reading
Hanazuki Studio Shop was founded in Amsterdam by Niko Stumpo and Hanneke Metselaar, as a street level venture with the intentions to bring free flowing creativity to the masses. Or as they say it, like a moonflower (hanazuki) that brings its colours in to the darkness of the night. Aside from working with top-notch clients such as Nokia, Mimobot, or Quiksilver, Hanazuki is a strong promoter of youth culture and holds regular puppet-monster making labs, animation and illustration workshops.
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Getting creative with their New Era account, UK brand Yes No Maybe has 2 new fitteds for the springtime. The first get its inspiration from the traditional Fez, native to North Africa. It features a red velour shell, with gold lining and of course, a black tassel. The second fitted is a blank velcro “canvas” and comes complete with full set of patches to reflect your own personal style. Both The Fez & Velcro Patch are available now.
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Seeing a previous effort on a number of wallets, Beams and Porter have teamed up once again on a larger project featuring Chimayo Weaving. Turning their focus on Porter’s traditional messenger bag, weaving companies were sourced to each offer different patterns and styles including Ortega’s and Trujilo’s. The bags feature contrasting leather bottoms which work well against the colorful designs seen on the exterior flap. Available now at Beams.
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