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Junya Watanabe COMME des GARÇONS MAN x Levi’s – 1966 JWXX Jeans

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Junya Watanabe COMME des GARÇONS MAN x Levis 1966 JWXX Jeans

Each season, COMME des GARÇONS designer Junya Watanabe teams up with Levi’s for a collaboration , and this season is no exception. A vintage pair of jeans from 1966 was selected for their collaboration, heavily customized to visually translate the season’s work theme. Over-sized reinforcements on the thigh and knee areas create a totally unique aesthetic, coupled with large pockets on the upper thighs. Rear pockets have been moved slightly outwards, and in its place are hickory fabric juxtaposed by the raw denim underneath. These jeans can be picked up at HAVEN retail store and online shop at the moment.

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Project Wooster Brings Japan to Vegas

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The upcoming Project Wooster in Las Vegas will feature, in the words of Nick Wooster himself, “The interest in American heritage through Japanese eyes.” A new video shot by Marcus Troy shows Nick’s travels through Tokyo, where he soaks in the culture and meets face to face with the designers he’ll be showcasing through Project. Among the brands that will be represented are visvim, NEXUSVII, Mando, Monitaly, Kapital, Yuketen, Nepenthes, Rocky Mountain Featherbed and United Arrows. Check out the video following the click.


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Creative Recreation Antonello – Fall 2012 | Preview

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Creative Recreation Antonello Fall 2012 | Preview

On one hand, its design went with a fashionable approach. On the other, it kept inline with an utilitarian execution. The result, the new Creative Recreation Antonello. First previewed at last week’s PROJECT New York trade show, the Antonello features a ballistic nylon upper inter-meshed with supple tumbled leather. While there are obvious influences from mountaineering footwear, such as D-ring eyelets and padded ankle collar, the Antonello still retains a hint of running/lifestyle design like its articulated EVA sole. Part of ’s Fall 2012 Collection, expect the Antonello to drop right after summer.


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PROJECT NY Jan 2012 Recap Video

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Less of a “trade show” as it relates to the traditional sense of the term, the creators behind PROJECT NY have always taken strides towards crafting a creative environment for brands, designers, and buyers alike to gather and cohesively build and expand on the progression of the greater industry. A hub of sorts, the recent January 2012 show in New York invited a wide range the most notable designers, seasoned brands, and creative minds together to fuel their respective businesses and trades via a laid-back, conducive atmosphere. From grooming and bespoke sewing, to WiFi-ready centers, live music, and old fashioned conversation, the latest recap video from PROJECT NY is represents good example of the changing mentality towards maintaining and functioning a successful brand or retailer amidst the ever-evolving fashion industry.

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Marcus Tremonto x Nike Snowboarding – “Box & Rocket” Zoom Force 1 | Nike Shoeshine Project 2012

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In an effort to bring together both cultural relevancy and design of sneakers, Nike created “White Dunk” exhibit in 2004 where an exclusive selection of Japanese artists freely reinterpreted the Dunk into otherworldly creation of art. Fast forward 8 years later, the “White Dunk” now gives way to the Nike Shoeshine 2012 for Nike Snowboarding. But similar to its predecessor, the premise of the Nike Shoeshine Project is also to bridge the cultural relativity and sneakers, or in this case, snowboarding boots. Just as in the golden creation done by Osamu Koyama and his firm Complete Technique, artist Marcus Tremonto fashioned his through the craft of light and optical illusion. Founder of creative studio TRELUCE in New York City, Tremonto approached his pair of Nike Zoom Force 1 with a futuristic perception of sports. Influenced by Gundam, James Bond, and sci-fi, Tremonto retraced the concept of speed and strength with “Box Boot” and “Rocket Boot”. On first glance, the two cartoonish designs appear to be clever post-production illustration on photo. However, the pieces are quite real, each handmade with custom graphics on electroluminescent paper. Part of the , a traveling art exhibition that will visit Munich, Germany in the coming months.


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PROJECT New York January 2012 | Recap Video

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Project has just released a video recap of its New York show that wrapped last week. In it, designers, vendors and journalists offer their impressions of the event, including president Andrew Pollard, who observes that consumers want a connection to their brands and demand authenticity, something delivers by creating an environment that “stimulates community.” According to designer Todd Snyder, Project brings in the best buyers and audience for his eponymous label, while writer Darrell Hartman enjoys the overall vibe, observing “It really feels like the sort of place you can sit down and hang out for a while.” Having looked at the video, we definitely agree. Check it out after the click.


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PROJECT Show New York – LEXDRAY: London Garment Bag – Fall 2012

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PROJECT Show New York – LEXDRAY: London Garment Bag – Fall 2012

Unassuming in appearance, a new product from LEXDRAY and designer might just change the way we utilize our luggage, specifically our garment bags. Intended to keep clothing clean and wrinkle-free, garment bag’s flimsy construct often leads to just the opposite. Drayer’s solution is to create a modular system and do away with the infirm design. No bigger than a medium sized duffel bag (and shaped like one too), the London Garment Bag unfurls into two separate components, a garment bag and a hangable organizer. Supported by two reinforced hook, the organizer can go onto closet or the closet’s door. Folded shirts, coats, accessories, even a pair of Air Jordans can be tuck away neatly. Fold with the garment bag and the organizer becomes a rigid duffel bag, protecting its contents from the elements and unsightly crease. Each part can be use as a stand alone carrier as well.


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PROJECT Show New York – Made by Project: Barbour – How Do You Re-Waterproof Your Waxed Cotton Jacket?

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PROJECT Show New York Made by Project: Barbour How Do You Re Waterproof Your Waxed Cotton Jacket?

A conceptual pop-up store within the PROJECT Show New York is Made by , where show’s organizer select artisans of various backgrounds to showcase their skill sets. For this year’s trade show, asked Barbour of England to demonstrate the art of “re-proofing” the iconic waxed cotton outerwear. While on a smaller scale, the methodology been the same since ’s establishment. On a “heating table”, a metallic platform with heating elements, the process starts with the outerwear “steady cooking” to 100 degrees. According to Specialist Keith Broadley, this “opens” the cotton twill fabric. Then, apply liquified wax generously onto the item and wipe off the excess wax. Though proprietary, Broadley hinted the wax is mainly made of bee wax. In half an hour or so, the outerwear has a new lease on life and ready to battle the elements again. As for when to re-wax your , the company suggest to do so after the first 3 years of wear. In the meantime, will re-proof your outerwear at PROJECT. Simply drop it off at the booth on the first floor.


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