Put this event down on your calendar! On April 19, 2009 A.Okay Official is joining KIDROBOT for the “Mini Munny Decorating Party.” We will hold this event in our gallery space at 3270 N. Clark St. Chicago IL 60657 from 11:00 am – 7:00 pm.
Come early, space and munny mobiles are very limited. You will also be given decorating materials and a fun environment to let your creativity go wild!
The Reebok Ex-O-Fit Hi Strap has released this season in several colorways and turned quite some heads. For Fall 2009 the high top sneaker returns. Reebok presents it in a white leather/gum sole colorway, as well as a black patent leather, blue and purple leather colorways. All four do not look bad, but the white leather with gum sole version is our personal favorite. Once again its also nice to see that they kept it tonal on the upper and did not play with too many colors, something which happens too often with Reebok.
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Having already seen a majority of OriginalFake’s Spring/Summer 2009 Collection, a recent photoshoot with Warp Magazine gives us additional views of KAWS’ clothing line. Of course, the apparel featuring KAWS’ signature details and artwork as well as top notch Japanese fabrication. The looks are/will be available at select OriginalFake stockists worldwide.
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Yesterday we showed you the Rocstar Spring/Summer 2009 Collection. If you have taken a closer look at the feet, you might have noticed some upcoming Nike Sportswear Cortez styles in the mix. We reworked the images and concentrate ourselves this time on the feet to give you a look at some interesting new styles. We especially like the two-tone colorways, which give the Cortez a bowling shoe look. Take a look at many more after the jump.
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The watermelon theme has been in full force as of late. A number of instances featuring the summertime favorite have dropped including CLOT and their Bearbrick (from last year), CLOT’s Levi’s denim release, Estate LA and their tear-away cap and even adidas Consortium who are also in the midst of dropping a watermelon inspired sneaker. Regardless, whether you like it or love it, here’s another take on the theme of fruit via Vans. Coming in women’s sizes are a three-pack featuring the Chukka, Era and Slip-On. Each feature a canvas upper featuring that succulent pink watermelon flesh while the sole represents the rind. Look for these to start hitting stores in early March with other packs on the way with a fruity theme.
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2009 Spring collection from New Balance has dropped and here is a preview of the collection. The collection features various models from favourites like 576, 574 and 996 as well as 850 and 420. Most models utilize basic tones with various use of leather, suede, canvas and mesh, which would fit most wardrobes and occasions. However 996 and 850 has been given a splash of contrast colors to make it stand out and wearable, without going too crazy.
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Lana Crooks sends word of the Friday’s “A.Okay Loves CTA”
It’s back! “A.Okay Loves CTA” returns for its 2nd annual locomotive art happening. Join a fresh plethora of artists in celebrating our favorite moving canvas! This year’s show takes a new spin on the urban custom toy trend as exhibiting artists expand beyond one specific train model. Dozens of your favorite urban, graphic and illustrative artists from Chicago and beyond raid hobby shops, toy stores and junkyards to bring us trains of all shapes and sizes they have painted, sculpted or defiled.
This February, ground-breakers in the Midwest urban movement will take this familiar icon of our city off the track with an impressive art event.
Some of the Artists involved:
Max Bare, Ian Bennett, Jason Brammer, Chips, Matt Cipov, Lana Crooks, Daze, James “Jim Bot” Demski, Dez, Fathom, Flip, Jose Garibaldi, Joey Potts, Lisa Kuppinger, Steph Laberis, LIKE, Miss Monster Mel, Vince Newkirk, Shannah O’Meara, Osito, Charlie Owens, Peabe, Lacey Pipher, Project Detonate, Rabies, David Rettker, Revise CMW, Matthew Ryan Sharp, Shermz, David Soukup, Soule, Richard Sparks, Shawn Roberts, Toby Stranger, Erik Stenberg, David “Netherland” van Alphen, Brian Walline, zChild & More…* Opening reception: Feb. 13, 2009 6-10pm
* Show runs until: March 1, 2009
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Ralph Lauren Rugby has put together the following video campaign for their 2009 spring/summer collection. Titled “Carpe Diem”, the Latin expression translated as “seize the day”, a collection which continues on a youthful and timeless path can be seen. From casual offerings to more sports-inspired looks, the collection fits in nicely amongst Ralph Lauren’s other offerings. Check Rugby for more details on availability.
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Since the Unveiling of the Air Jordan 2009 earlier this month, Jordan Brand will be releasing a special limited Air Jordan 2009 S23 tomorrow, January 31st, 2009. This black and metallic gold edition of the AJ 2K9 S23 will be available exclusively at the three House of Hoops and online at the Air Jordan Flight Club. Similar to the debut of the Air Jordan XX3 Premier, the Air Jordan 2009 S23 will come with a special cedar foot form to keep the shoes fresh and in shape during storage. Playing off the theme of the model number, this Air Jordan 2009 will be limited to only 2009 pairs worldwide – 1005 in the US, and 1004 for the rest of the world. Look for them something after midnight PST on Air Jordan Flight Club.
If you need access to Flight Club, text “flight club” to 23623.
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Puma is releasing an ultra girly shoe known as the Puma Unlimited Hi LTD Womens’ – Fall 2009. The shoes will be hard to miss once they hit retailers as they are done up in screaming fuschia, yellow and lime green.
The best feature of these shoes by far would have to be the jumbo shoelaces which blend in nicely with the neon colorway. They will release in the Fall 2009.
SOURCE: Vagant.
DQM 2012 Spring/Summer Lookbook
Sigur Rós – Ég Anda
The Black Opera – Black Superstar (prod. yU)
Nike x Tom Sachs SPACE PROGRAM: Mars
adidas Originals 2012 Spring/Summer TGB Tailored Sport Collection
Miguel Atwood Ferguson Ensemble featuring Pharoahe Monch – Shine
Nike WMNS Roshe Run – Hot Pink
Tyrannosaurs Skeleton
Garb: Seersuckered
The Simpsons x Santa Cruz – Marge & Maggie Skateboard Deck Set