Spike Lee x Casio G-shock DW-5600 25th Aniversary Watch

July 31, 2008

Here we feature another special limited edition watch by the Japanese watch brand. A DW5600 in collaboration with Spike Lee. The watch has a clean look they kept it simple, and added little designs around the face of the watch. You can expect to cop this watch around September you won't want to miss out. We'll keep you updated on this product.


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New Balance CM670 x Mad Hectic x Stussy

July 31, 2008

Stussy and Mad Hectic recently joined hands to create two New Balance CM670s. The shoes will be available in two color-ways: brown/tan/red and brown/tan/green. This collaboration is expected to hit select New Balance retailers in Japan on August 2nd.




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Converse by John Varvatos | Chuck Taylor All Star Painted Rubber

July 31, 2008

Converse by John Varvatos has just released a new pair of Chuck Taylor All Star Painted Rubber sneakers. For those of you who don't know, John Varvatos is an American menswear designer and the Converse by John Varvatos line is based on Converse’s heritage of sports and rock&roll with Varvatos’s personal additions. The shoe will come in a black color-way in which features embroidered logos along with a rubberized upper that creates an interesting textural effect. Available now at Blackbird.




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New Balance 990 Germany Exclusive

July 31, 2008

Here's a look at the newest members to join the New Balance 990 family. The shoes sport a clean combination of suede/mesh and will be available in three different color-ways: white/olive-grey, white/navy-grey, and white/brown-grey, and are all exclusive to German New Balance accounts including Kickbackberlin.

Seems to be a comfortable fit.
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Futura LAboratories | Leather Series - Wallet/Belt

July 31, 2008

Futura Laboratories, as part of their new Leather Series, has put together a leather wallet along with a matching belt. As expected, both items feature the signature atomic rings that we've come to know from the brand, along with a genuine Belgian leather base that were made in Japan. via highsnobiety


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'Everyone' Comes Out For New N.E.R.D. Video

July 31, 2008

• MTV
• Music Videos
• MTV Shows
• Entertainment News

Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco and the Clipse's Pusha T are all onboard for the "Everyone Nose" remix.

Hot track, expect a hot video.
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Vanity Flair Best Dressed 2008 Edition: Kanye West

July 31, 2008

Kanye West was recently donned Vanity Flairs Best Dressed 2008! As you all may know, not only is Kanye a musical genius, the man has a great sense of style. He's known for pulling off outfits that those like me are scared to wear. He basically kills it, whether you love him or hate him, you have to respect what he’s done. Kanye expressed his joy on his blog today with much thanks which was kind of refreshing.

Is he the freshest artist in the game right now?
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Vans Sk9 Hi "Crazy Checkers"

July 31, 2008

Adding to the Vans Sk8 hi lineup are these "Crazy Checkers" Vans. As the name suits, the shoes feature a 'crazy' design in which at first glance can play tricks on your eyes. The shoes will come in two color-ways: Blue Jewel/Virtual Pink and Black/Pewter, all featuring the crazt checkered design. Available now at select Vans retailers.


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Sole Collector Magazine being sold on Eastbay

July 31, 2008

Eastbay is now offering Sole Collector Magazine for sale for a low price of $19.99 for six issues (1 year subscription) or $9.99 for three issues. Check it out here.

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Nike Air Max Beijing 2008 Collection

July 31, 2008

While much of the Beijing 2008 themed lifestyle releases has revolved around the basketball side of things with the Dunk and Air Force 1, here we see a preview into an upcoming Air Max collection. The models include a little bit for everybody with two Air Max 87s, two pairs of Air Max BWs and single releases from the Air Max 90 and Air Max 95. The whole collection is inspired by the technical marvel and marquee Beijing National Stadium. Dubbed the “Bird’s Nest” stadium, the releases all feature various elements from the wired design to the eight-sided octagon construction. The overall color palette is quite conventional with a series of cohesive colorways to mark the August 8 releases.







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The Hundreds 5th Aniversary Remix Series

July 31, 2008

The Hundreds will be celebrating they're 5th anniversary on August 1st. For this occasion they will release two limited addition that will be released at the retail store 5th, they're one month pop up shop and gallery. Another nice addition is they will be releasing they're 5th anniversary remixes, which will also sell at the 5th. Unfortunately they will be dropping in limited numbers at The Hundreds LA and SF. Through these releases they took it back to the classic celebrating they're half-decade of success.








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Nike Beijing Olympics Dunk Low Color Pack

July 31, 2008

Nike latest work for the Beijing Olympics is the Nike Nunk low color pack. The pack consists of 5 Dunks with unique colors. They features Nike's Olympic logo they've been using, on shoe's tongue. You can get these shoes at X-girls Japan retailers on the 8th of August with the beginning of the Olympics.



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Gravis - Chuck LX Black Elephant x Cortez Mid

July 31, 2008

Gravis Footwear is releasing stylish kicks for your back to school shopping. The shoe featured above is the Chuck LX made with elephant design on the toe. The back heel of the shoe is clean black leather. This shoe is available now at shoeplanet

Overall, pretty clean shoe
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Nike SB Dunk High UnFutura Anthracite/Metallic/Summit

July 31, 2008

Here is the latest being shown in the August Nike SB releases. The shoe is being called the Un-futura due to the resemblance to Futura low 2003 release. The shoe features different materials on all fronts. The toe and heel of the shoe is suede, the side panel and toe box are black leather finished with a white nike check. You will be able to cop these shoes at select Nike SB accounts in August.






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Jim Phillips x Puma First Round - "Screaming Hand"

July 31, 2008

Heres a look at the Puma First Round coming from the Jim Phillips x Puma collaboration. As you can see, the shoes does a great job displaying the conjunction between it and the Santa Cruz logo. It features black patterns based on the line-work of the graphic seen on the blue upper. Select bits of red are incorporated on the Form Stripe, heel and liner. The Screaming Hand icon is also seen on the back of the shoe. Along with your purchase of the shoe, you will also receive a t-shirt. Available August 15th at hanon shop with an anticipated worldwide roll-out around that time.

Hopefully we'll get some more into detail pictures soon.
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Vans Fall 2008 Lead Plaid Pack

July 31, 2008

Recently released as part of the Vans Vault Fall 2008 collection is the Lead Plaid Pack. The features the Zappato Del Barco, Authentic, Slip-On and Sk8 Hi, all featuring a plaid pattern all over the upper, hits of beige suede and a nice finish on the lining. Further accents on laces and logos come in red. Available now at Proper.

Perfect for late summer days*
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Nike Dunk High - Olympic Octagon

July 31, 2008

Heres a look at a new pair of womens Nike Dunk Highs. The shoe features a black/black/white color-way along with a distinct heel graphic offering a bit of a spark to the otherwise subdued model. Now available at LTD Online.


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Nike Air Max 1 Light - Brown/Army Green

July 31, 2008

Heres a look at the Nike Air Max 1 in it's Brown/Army Green color-way. Available now at JD Sports for a retail price of $85.




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Air Jordan I (1) Womens Premium "Metallic Silver"

July 30, 2008

Here's a look at a new Air Jordan I that recently released for the ladies. The shoe features a white and glossy metallic silver base along with an ice sole to top it off. Available now at Jordan Brand accounts for a retail price of $80. via lacedlady



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Nike Chinese Ceramics Pack | Nike Trainer Hi and Nike Court Force Low

July 30, 2008

Recently released in Nike Asia is a Trainer Dunk Hi and a Court Force Low which both make up the Chinese Ceramics pack. Both shoes feature ornate designs and colors known commonly as “blue and white wares” which is white pottery and porcelain decorated under the glaze with a blue pigment, generally cobalt oxide. Available now at select shops in Asia.



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Beautiful Losers Exhibitions and Film

July 30, 2008

Beautiful Losers documents the culture of film, skateboaring, and art, along with life and times of important people in these fields. Along with the premier of the film, there will be an exhibition titled Beautiful Losers Exhibition Lightning Bolt curated by Aaron Rose, showcasing artists from America, Milan and Madrid being held in Harajuku at the Laforet Museum from August 2nd to the 8th. Artists from the film are expected to be on hand as well. With premiers of the film around the globe, make sure to check out the film schedule at a city near you here with the film trailer available as well.

Laforet Museum
Harajuku 6F
1-11-6 Jingumae
Shibuya-ku
Tokyo 150-0001

Enjoy.
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Nike Zoom Lebron Soldier II (2) Elite TB

July 30, 2008

Here's a look at the latest Nike Zoom Lebron Soldier II. The shoe features a clean white and navy color-way along with tags reading "Elite TB" where the “TB” stands for Team Bank and is often seen on special color-ways of shoes for collegiate or elite high school teams. Therefore they will most likely be used for various Lebron sponsored schools. There is currently no word on when these are set to release since these are just a sample pair but stay tuned to Sole Diction for more information to come. via niketalk




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Nike KD1 Preview | Kevin Durrant Signature Shoe

July 30, 2008

Kevin Durrant (KD) was seen sporting his signature shoes, the KD1, on the second day of his Taipei, Taiwan Nike Basketball tour. KD will be wearing these throughout the 2008-09 season. Although his Supersonics’ have found a new home in Oklahoma where the team will most likely undergo a makeover from a team name and uniform standpoint, KD’s new Nike Basketball signature shoe, the KD1, will not change. via kenlu




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Nike Dunk High Supreme QK "Octagon"

July 30, 3008

Getting closer to the Olympics, shoe brands like Nike will be releasing a variety of different Olympics' related products. Here's a look at Nike's latest Quickstrike pack which includes 5 Olympic Rings' inspired Dunk High Supreme's. The shoes feature a new patent quilted leather and will be available in 5 color-ways: Black, Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow. All five are now available at select Nike retailers across the world including Lotex. (Please note that picture is missing Yellow color-way)




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SagLife Delta Force 1 Revival

July 30, 2008

Japanese Bag brand SagLife brings you a very popular model. The Delta Force 1 bag may seem plain on the outside but is very useful on the inside. It houses pockets that hold water bottles, mp3 players, cell phones, another great feature is the board carrying sleeve and headphones release strap. You can cop now at STLESS .






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Flying Coffin 2008 Fall New Era 59 Fifty Cap Preview

July 30, 2008

Jason Gomez has brought you all the latest preview for flying coffins fall New era collection. Their are two colorways which feature an FC crest surrounded by a circle of stars. Released date is around mid september.


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Nike Zoom Lebron II (2) Camo Edition Contest

July 30, 3008

To prepare for the Olympics, Nike will be giving away a number of the LeBron Zoom Soldier II in a special edition camo color-way. In order to win, you will need to submit an email to nikebasketball@nike.com expressing your support for James and his USA basketball teammates. Each message you submit will generate one chance to win the sneaks LeBron will be balling in in Beijing. Please visit Nikebasketball for more information surrounding the giveaway.

Good luck!
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Nike Free Hybrid Boot

July 30, 2008

Heres a look at the upcoming Nike Free Hybrid Boot. The shoe features a comfortable insole along with a Huarache inspiration integrated on the heal. Available soon as select Nike accounts for a retail price of $150.





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UBIQ ?uestlove Air Force 1 Giveaway

July 30, 2008

UBIQ is giving away a pair of the upcoming Nike ?estlove 1World Air Force 1. To receive enter the giveaway all you have to do is sign up for their newsletter.

Good luck!
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Choose or Lose: Kanye West meets Lorenzo Zarate

July 29, 2008

• MTV
• Music Videos
• MTV Shows
• Entertainment News

Enjoy.
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Mooneyes x Vans Collection

July 29, 2008

Lately Vans has been doing allot of collaborations with numerous brands and to add to the list, here's the Mooneyes Vans collection. Mooneyes Auto Parts joined forces with Vans to add their signature touch of eyes on each sneaker. Available now at Vans Vault accounts.


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Nike Zoom Lebron VI (6)

July 29, 2008

Here we take a look at the newest member of the Zoom Lebron family, the Zoom Lebron VI. As you can see, the shoe features 3M reflective material. More info surrounding these shoes coming coming soon





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Nike Air Pippen II (2) Black/Black

July 29, 2008

Heres a look at the Nike Air Pippen II in it's Black/Black color-way. As you can see, the shoe is entirely black aside from the white swoosh logo on the toe box. Available sometime in December 2008 for a retail of $160. via Kenlu



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The Goonies x Puma Disc Blaze

July 29, 2008

Heres a look at the Puma Disc created through Puma's collaboration with The Goonies. As far as a release date, there is little information known, however the design itself incorporates some familiar imagery with a skull motif along the upper and the use of hemp. via hypebeast


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Eric Elms Installation for Nike Sportswear

July 29, 2008

Artist/designer Eric Elms, recently got together with Nike to create an installation for Nike Sportswear. via Kaws.
It begin on July 30th:

Eric Elms for Nike Sportswear
255 Elizabeth St
New York, NY 10012



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Junya Watanabe Man x Levi Fall/Winter 2008

July 29, 2008

Here we show you one of the first collaborative pieces out of the Fall/Winter 2008 collection. The designer worked on apair of 501's and gives them some nice details, including fabric on the bottom of the denim, on the backpockets, as well as some red stitching details on the front. Available now at Reinforce.




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Converse 100th Anniversary | Leather Jacket Chuck Taylor

July 29, 2008

Just yesterday we did a little overview of what will be releasing in celebration of Converse's 100th Anniversary. Well now we get a closer look at the Chuck Taylor in it's Leather Jacket coating. The shoe features patchwork with all black anodized zippers and waxed laces and as you can see, the shoe is based on vintage motorcycle jackets. There will be a run of only 12 pairs which will be available at Juice at a price we're not used to seeing from Converse, $2,999 HKD (approximately $384 USD).









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Reas x Nike Air Max 90 Current

July 29, 2008

Nike will be getting together on their latest project with artist Reas (led by Todd James), to work on this Nike Air Max 90 Current. The shoe features color make-up of mostly orange and white with designed art work on the tag and inner lining. These shoes are expected to drop sometime in August. via gullotine






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Alife | Alife Sessions Photo Print Tees

July 29, 2008

To celebrate Alife's Alife Sessions, Alife will be releasing a series of t-shirts featuring music artist John Mayer, Bun B & Q-Tip. The t-Shirts will be available tomorrow, Tuesday, July 29th exclusively at all ALIFE flagships.




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Converse 100th Anniversary

July 28, 2008

As a part of their 100th anniversary, Converse Japan has worked on some interesting collaborations. Getting together with Isetan they will be presenting a range of collaborations on Converse classics. Working on the Chuck Taylor High will be Mastermind Japan. Number (N)ine worked on the Jack Purcell and Libertine gave their own look to the classic slip-on.

All three sneakers will be released exclusively at Isetan very soon. via easttouch

Hopefully we'll be able to view some detailed pictures in the near future.
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Vans Vault Half Cab | "80s Craze" Pack

July 28, 2008

Vans will be releasing a series of Half Cabs known as the "80s Craze" as part of their Vault Fall 2008 collection. The pack contains three Half Cabs featuring premium leather uppers and a variety of colored 80s design print on the side panels. Available now at DQM.



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Dr. Roamneli x HUF | Preview - Part 2

July 28, 2008

Here's another preview of the collaboration between Dr. Romanilli and San Francisco originated HUF. This particular preview reveals a series of worthy excursions including both fishing and whitewater rafting. Stay tuned in for more information regarding this release and if you haven't took a look at our previous preview, do so by clicking here. via supertouch






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Nike SB P-Rod III (3) Test Sample Preview

July 28, 2008

White at the Cleveland Drew Tour, Paul “P-Rod” Rodriguez himself, was spotted wearing the P-Rod III Test Samples. If you look closely at the shoe, you can see that it features in what seems to be a black suede upper joined with red accents, along with grey safari print. There is currently no information known as far as a release date so please stay tuned in. via NSB


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Nike Zoom SB Classic | Black/White

July 28, 2008

Clean and simple is what this Nike SB model is all about. Here we take a look at the Nike Zoom SB Classic in it's black/white color-way. The shoe features a black upper along with a white swoosh, mid-sole, tougue accents, and heel logo. via Flight Club Japan


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Nike Air Max 90 | Red/White/Black

July 28, 2008

Here we take a look at the Nike Air Max 90 in it's red/white/black color-way. The shoe features red ostrich textured leather along with a black mesh toe-box. These shoes are exclusively available in Southeast Asia and will be available soon in Singapore, Malaysia, etc. via soleredemption



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Nike Air Flightposite 1 | Metallic Silver

July 28, 2008

This year the Flightposite 1 has returned with several color-ways releasing thus far. Here's a look at the newst member to the family, the Flightposite 1 in it's Metallic Silver color-way. Available December 2008 for a retail price of $180.

Overall, a pretty clean shoe.
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Nike Cortez VNTG Fall 2008

July 28, 2008

Nike is releasing two new vintage colorways for the Cortez running shoe. The shoes will be available in two color-ways: Amber Brown/Red and Navy/Green. They are expected to hit select Nike retailers in part of the Nike Sportswear Fall 2008 collection soon. via urban


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Nike Courage Ad Campaign

July 27, 2008

“The commercial celebrates courage as the essence of the ‘Just Do It' spirit... “The fast paced cut takes viewers on an inspiring journey highlighting obstacles athletes at every level must face and overcome.”
- Joaquin Hidalgo, Nike's Vice President of Global Brand Marketing
The video also features a handful of Nike sponsored athletes as the Nike got together 31 of it’s sponsored athletes to be featured in the commercial. The music featured in the commercial selected by Nike and W+K comes from The Killers - "All These Thing That I've Done".

Enjoy.
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Jordan Heads Documentary Shoot

July 27, 2008


Come out and support if your in the area.
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Nike Hyperdunk White/Metallic Gold

July 27, 2008

Heres look at the Nike Hyperdunk in its white/metallic gold color-way. The shoes are set to release sometime in August and are available for pre-order at kix-files. Stay tuned in for more information.

Overall a clean/basic color-way.
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Nike Air Max 1 | Tanabata

July 27, 2008

Nike's newest addition to the Air Max category is a refined Air Max 1 based off Tanabata. For those of you who don't know, Tanabata is a traditional Japanese Star festival that was actually derived from the Chinese. Getting back to the shoe, it features a great amount of detail including: a reference to the milky way galaxy hence the white patent leather upper and star print are festive tagging and insole artwork. Available at select Nike accounts across South East Asia soon. via STREEThing




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Visvim Mayan Print T-shirt

July 26, 2008

Visvim's new Mayan print t-shirt features hand-made textiles which ensures each shirt will house a unique print different from all the others. As always, the shirt isn't complete without Visvim's signature high-quality production and comfort, coming in both black and white versions. Available now at Cliffedge. via hypebeast



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Vans SK8-HI LX Cargo

July 27, 2008

Vans has just released a new SK8-HI LX in which features the use of square-sized pocket on both sides. The shoes will release in two styles: khaki and camo. For availability, contact your local Vans dealer as well as Standard, retail price is $80 USD.




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Nike SB Fall 2008 | Skate Backpack

July 26, 2008

Heres a look at Nike SB's Fall 2008 backpacks. The collection includes a solid black/black backpack along with one in a more colorful color-way, both including including a bit of elephant print. Both color-ways are now available at Ubiq. Thanks to highsnobiety for the heads up.



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