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Melody Ehsani Launches New Varsity Visions Collection with Foot Locker for Women’s History Month

Shawn Grant — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 09:29:00 +0000

Foot Locker and designer and Creative Director for Foot Locker’s Women’s business, Melody Ehsani, are launching a brand-new, exclusive collection called Varsity Visions in conjunction with Women’s History Month’s celebration of women.

The Varsity Visions line gives the traditional varsity look a fresh, feminine twist. The new collection is inspired by progress forward and the power of purpose; it asks all wearers to join this New Athletic Club that welcomes everyone. It includes products with a retro-athletic influence, rugby stripes, and famous varsity-style graphics.

The new collection includes:

Speckle Track Jacket – A classic twist on the classic track jacket, this specially knit french terry fabric features an all over speckle and cozy fitted rib at the hem and cuffs.
Speckle Track Jogger – A classic twist on the classic track jogger, this specially knit french terry fabric features an all over speckle and cozy elasticated waist and cuffs.

Rugby Midi Dress – The striped rugby dress has the perfect relaxed but snatched fit and playful contrasting sleeves.
Tee Shirt – The essential boxy fit tee in a playful sport stripe with contrasting sleeves.
Plaid Skate Trouser – The perfect slouchy, skater style trouser that can be dressed up or down.
Organza Pullover – A vintage inspired 3/4 zip organza pullover in a dreamy, translucent pink.
Varsity Fleece Crew Neck – This staple has a slouchy, dropped sleeve and a slightly cropped silhouette for the perfect cozy fit.

Varsity Fleece Shorts – These updated classics features a cozy mid-rise waist, side pockets, and forest green piping to match our coordinating Varsity crew neck.
High Waist Speckle Shorts – The perfect short for spring and summer with high waisted fit, exterior drawcords, and welt side and back pockets.
Speckle Bralette – This specially knit french terry sports bra makes for the pefect cozy bralette.
Crew Sock – Both this red and cream varsity stripe and the charcoal knit speckle go with just about anything for the complete head to toe look.
Bucket Hat – This specially knit french terry bucket hat completes the full speckle ensemble.

The Varsity Visions collection officially debuts on Friday, March 10th at Foot Locker locations worldwide and online at FootLocker.com. It retails for $38-$75 and comes in sizes XS-3X.

You can see the collection below.

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NBA and Mitchell & Ness Team with Latin Music Star Ozuna for Lakers-Themed Hardwood Classics Apparel Collection

Shawn Grant — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 14:55:00 +0000

In association with Latin music icon Ozuna, the NBA and Mitchell & Ness unveiled a new limited-edition sportswear line starring the Los Angeles Lakers. The customized apparel, which includes a Lakers hoodie, Hardwood Classics jersey, t-shirt, shorts, and hat embroidered with his official logo and displays his NBA devotion, was designed by the two-time Latin Grammy Award winner.

“As a lifelong fan of the NBA, I couldn’t be more excited to launch my own Mitchell & Ness Lakers collection,” said Ozuna. “These items are particularly special because they speak to my personal style and showcase my passion for the team, which I know millions of basketball fans around the world share. To drop these pieces during Noches Éne•Bé•A while the league celebrates the Latin community makes this all the more significant.”

The partnership also occurs as the NBA commemorates NBA supporters and players from Latin American and American Hispanic communities with its 17th annual Noches Éne•Bé•A (eh-nay-bay-ah) Latin Nights program throughout the month of March. NBA teams from all throughout the league will hold team evenings and community events that feature musical performances from Latin American musicians that are culturally appropriate, in-language digital content, events, and exclusive gifts. The Noches Éne•Bé•A promotion will be present for a few nationally televised games, including the Lakers’ game against the Phoenix Suns on March 22 at 10 p.m. ET, which will be broadcast nationwide on ESPN.

Ozuna is also featured on the song “A Correr Los Lakers” which has more than 75 million views on YouTube.

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Don C Named Creative Director of Premium Goods for Mitchell & Ness

Shawn Grant — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 10:05:00 +0000

Don Crawley, professionally known as Don C, has been named the new Creative Director of Premium Goods by Mitchell & Ness, a well-known international supplier of vintage sportswear and high-end streetwear. Don C is a prominent person in streetwear culture and is frequently acknowledged as one of the most important creatives. He founded the “Just Don” brand and is the proprietor of RSVP Gallery, a Chicago, Illinois institution for fashion shopping.

The partnership between Mitchell & Ness and Don C, which began in 2011 with the introduction of the upscale Just Don hats, is strengthened by this appointment. Since then, the two have worked together on premium apparel and hat collections like “NBA Jam,” “No Name,” and others.

After Mitchell & Ness had rapid development and expansion, Don C was appointed. A strategic ownership group made up of some of the most well-known figures in sports, entertainment, and business purchased the business last year. The buyer was the global digital sports platform Fanatics.

“Don is truly an icon and visionary, and after having worked with him for many years we’re ecstatic to have him formally join the Mitchell & Ness family,” said Kevin Wulff, CEO of Mitchell & Ness. “Fans of the brand can look forward to exciting new products across all leagues that will fuse the brand’s heritage with Don C’s cutting-edge creative vision.”

One of the first joint projects is the release of the MLB “Cooperstown Collection” in April around MLB’s season start, in addition to offering a fresh set of ideas and culturally important moments for the brand. Just Don premium shorts honoring the MLB’s most recent expansion teams, the Colorado Rockies, Florida Marlins, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Tampa Bay Rays, will be part of the launch.

“Working with Mitchell & Ness is a dream come true,” said Don C of the project. “I grew up on throwbacks and sportswear, so it’s an honor to be able to impact something that affected me so much through my creative journey and love of sports. I’m looking forward to storytelling and creating more timeless products alongside the Mitchell & Ness team.”

Fans can shop the Mitchell & Ness x Just Don collection featuring NBA, MLB, and NFL apparel at www.mitchellandness.com.

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Video Music Box & UHHM Celebrate 50 Years Of Hip Hop Fashion With ‘The Drip’

Courtneyb — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 21:46:03 +0000

Friday night, the Universal Hip Hop Museum and Video Music Box brought together prominent Hip Hop heads to celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop fashion.

Everyone from rapper Fat Joe, Vinnie of Naughty By Nature to Stylist Misa Hylton sat front row watching fashions from the designers that dressed our favorite rap stars.

The Universal Hip Hop Museum–which opens in 2024–partnered up with the Video Music Box and the Mayor’s Office of the City of New York to kick-off the 50th Anniversary celebration of Hip Hop culture with “The Drip: 50 Years of Hip Hop Fashion,” a live runway show held at The Venue at the Hard Rock Hotel Times Square.

Nostagic videos played on the gian screen as fashion design legends Karl Kani, April Walker, FUBU and Dapper Dan revealed clothing from their newest collections.

The show also included emerging designers Malik Dupri, Haus of Swag, Riche Threads and Pepper Jacques. Mayor Eric Adams was in the building and paid homage to the groundbreaking designers, The Shirt Kings, who started in the early 80s. The fashion show also introduced I.C.Y. Inspire Creative Youth and their mission to create elevation platforms for inner city youth around the world.

DJ Ralph McDaniels, creator of Hip Hop’s longest running broadcast variety show, Video Music Box and the Video Music Box Collection has been documenting Hip Hop culture for the past 40 years. “The Drip” included footage from a decade of original “Phat Fashion” runway shows for the audience of the next generation of Hip Hop’s designer’s, influencers, and fashionistas.

Hip Hop musical guest Special Ed surprised the crowd with the Lo-Life’s and a special performance of his classics.

“For the past 50 years, Hip Hop fashion designers have carved their own lane in the fashion industry as creative entrepreneurs. Today, you can recognize Hip Hop style no matter where you see it globally,” said Universal Hip Hop Museum Executive Director Rocky Bucano.

“The Drip” is inspired by the groundbreaking Phat Fashion Show produced by Ralph McDaniels and Video Music Box. “Hip Hop’s influence on fashion is undeniable. And young Black and Brown designers and models made their own lane when the traditional fashion industry excluded them. So today, we celebrate those original trendsetters and the future leaders of Hip Hop fashion,” said Executive Producer Ralph McDaniels.
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Young Dolph’s Daughter Blends Fashion and Art Therapy in New ‘The Aria Collection’

Shawn Grant — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 10:45:00 +0000

Young Dolph’s daughter debuted her signature, The Aria Collection, on her birthday. The line is part of the Black Men Deserve to Grow Old brand, which is known for fashion with a purpose. His daughter created the design herself, utilizing sketches she made during art therapy sessions. The collection encourages healing for young children who have lost their fathers by emphasizing creative expression.

The product is described as:

Young Dolph’s daughter, Aria, is learning how to cope and accept the passing of her father despite how challenging it is to accept such a harsh, permanent reality. With guidance from therapy, her faith community, her mother, and the support of her family – she is constantly learning how to communicate her undying love for her father through art expression. Additionally, to accompany the collection, Aria penned a poem entitled “Daughters’ Deserve Their Father.” The collection will feature selected parts of the poem and was slightly augmented to speak on behalf of all children who are grieving the loss of their father. Aria beautifully designed a heartfelt drawing that illustrates the love shared between God, father, & daughter. The design is high level screen print and comes in sweatshirts and an adult tshirt. The adult white tee retails at $55 in sizes S-2XL. A portion of the proceeds goes towards the BMDTGO Cares Fund, which helps to amplify the voices of grassroot organizations and help families who have been tragically impacted by gun violence.

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Cordae Teams with PUMA for New ‘HI-LEVEL’ Collection

Shawn Grant — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 09:23:00 +0000

PUMA and Cordae have announced the PUMA x CORDAE HI-LEVEL collection.

The eight-piece collection includes contemporary streetwear in grayscale with striking graphic prints and real cobranding, as well as time-honored shoe designs like the HI-LEVEL Suede and HI-LEVEL RS-X. The collection also include three t-shirts, a jacket, a hoodie, and sweatpants.

The collection will be offered starting on Thursday, February 23, with prices ranging from $40 to $120. The whole PUMA x CORDAE HI-LEVEL collection will only be sold at Foot Locker, but both shoe designs will be available on PUMA.com.

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Meet Phor Pope: Fashion Icon and Co-Founder/CEO/Creative Director Of D’bPhor

Sha Be Allah — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 15:57:00 +0000

Phor Pope is not your average fashion icon, designer, and entrepreneur. He is a self-made creator and designer who has spent the last five years building his brand and overcoming life’s adversities. Phor’s passion for fashion design was sparked during his upbringing with his grandmother. He has since taken that drive and fostered a successful career, creating opportunities to travel the world and share his brand, culture, and passion.

Phor Pope is the Co-Founder/CEO/Creative Director of D’bPhor, a fashion brand that creates an experience that is “Made Phor You.” The brand focuses on creating unique designs that are as eclectic and distinctive as the individual wearing them. Phor’s designs are guaranteed to make you the center of attention and boost your confidence to new heights.

Phor Pope’s notable career highlights include opening up a fashion center for his brand D’bPhor, being featured in Fashion Week located in London, Paris, Milan, and New York, being nominated for Boston Designer of the Year 2022, bridging the gap between fashion and his community, being a judge for Project Runway at Northeastern University, becoming a father, having his designs featured on Time Square Billboard Ads, being published in LA Connect, and being the first designer to be featured at JAMN 94.5FM Radio Station.

Despite his successes, Phor has faced significant challenges in his life. The biggest occurred in 2021 when he and his fiancé lost their first son two weeks before his due date. During that dark time, Phor found solace in fashion design, and it became his escape and ultimately helped him heal and prosper during one of the hardest times in his life.

Phor’s dreams and aspirations for the next few years involve expanding D’bPhor and creating additional fashion centers for the brand and its loyal customers. He plans to use the continued support and further establish the strong foundation he’s built. Additionally, Phor is passionate about community building and would love to collaborate with other creatives looking to improve the culture in their area with fashion and design.

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Rap Supergroup Mount Westmore Drops New Apparel Collection

Shawn Grant — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 10:59:00 +0000

Mount Westmore, an American hip-hop ensemble, will collaborate with Forever 21 to launch a new apparel collection. Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40, and Too Short are California-based rappers who embody the Golden State’s rich cultural history and variety. Five gender-neutral pieces are included in the collection, including a jacket, sweatshirt, and a range of shirt designs. The collection includes the classic Mount Westmore emblem as well as special design elements that pay homage to the band’s California heritage.

Forever 21, which was founded in California as well, is thrilled to cooperate with Mount Westmore to deliver this one-of-a-kind collection to music and fashion fans all around the world. The line is available in sizes ranging from small to XXL, with prices ranging from $27.99 to $59.99. Beginning February 2, the limited-edition collection is available for purchase at select Forever 21 retail locations, on Forever21.com, and on the mobile app.

You can see the collection below.

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J.Cole & Dreamville Release 2023 Limited-Edition Outwear Collection

Bryson "Boom" Paul — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 21:40:18 +0000

Dreamville is introducing a number of new apparel pieces today as part of the brand’s 2023 collection, with each new item on sale beginning tomorrow, Friday, January 27 at 3:00 p.m. ET via Dreamville.com.

WASTE MY TIME video OUT NOW https://t.co/YeDbl76L2D pic.twitter.com/6X2Bi9yDYe
— Ari Lennox (@AriLennox) January 26, 2023

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The new garment slate features a number of new unisex silhouettes in the Premium classics collection including the team’s first-ever puffer jacket, which also highlights the debut of the team’s custom Dreamville-branded zipper. This custom-designed cloud-printed jacket features the iconic Dreamville logo spelled out in bright yellow letters set atop a black zippered backdrop, a new manufacturing process that took years in the making to develop.

The rest of the new clothing collection will include cloud-printed basketball shorts, matching grey hoodie and sweatpants sets, and the classic Dreamville logo-printed black pants, t-shirts, and shorts; as well as the debut of Dreamville’s first-ever tear-away logo-printed pants and quilted coaches jackets. Limited quantities of each item are available so fans are encouraged to act fast and purchase today.

Dreamville’s apparel division within the larger Dreamville Ventures umbrella company continues to be led by longtime partner and Apparel President Adam Roy. Roy is not only responsible for spearheading efforts to successfully revitalize the brand’s flagship music festival in North Carolina, but he has also expanded the team’s cut-and-sew line by collaborating with major retail brands and increasing exposure worldwide.

Design for the new apparel line was led by Raeana Anaïs, Director of Design for Dreamville, who has created memorable apparel items and performance outfits for many of Dreamville’s music artists for years including Grammy Award-winning Dreamville cofounder J. Cole, while continuing to design the seasonal collection for the core brand.

Waste My Time video drops TOMORROW 1/26 @ 10AM PT https://t.co/YeDbl76dd5 pic.twitter.com/kTynNQzdVE
— Ari Lennox (@AriLennox) January 25, 2023

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“Our team began developing this new Dreamville-branded zipper five years ago, and we have been eager to share the design ever since. Our new Premium Classic Puffer serves as the perfect opportunity to finally bring this exciting innovation to our fans, especially since outerwear has become such an important wardrobe staple and expression of personal style,” said Dreamville’s Director of Design Raeana Anaïs. “As Dreamville continues to elevate our apparel collection, we are excited to explore new silhouettes with unique and subtle branded details. As iconic as Dreamville has become in today’s society, our new goal is to explore messaging the brand beyond the classic logo.”

Expect more seasonal pieces from the Dreamville team to roll out in the coming months, although fans should visit Dreamville.com and follow along on social media at @Dreamville to stay in the know for future apparel releases.

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Drake’s October’s Very Own Teams with NFL for New Apparel Collection

Shawn Grant — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:44:00 +0000

Drake’s October’s Very Own has teamed up with the NFL to deliver the OVO® x NFL co-branded hoodies, tees, and jackets. The capsule collection is made for the superfans to rep their teams in style.

Lil Wayne models the new collection for the Green Bay Packers and Benny the Butcher for his hometown Buffalo Bills.

Jevon Holland, a safety for the Miami Dolphins, and Neville Gallimore, a defensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys, both from Canada, will also highlight the collection on their social media accounts to highlight the partnership’s Canadian roots.

The limited-edition line will include t-shirts, sweatshirts, and jackets co-branded with the emblems and colors of a few NFL teams in addition to the recognizable OVO® owl emblem.

The collection will be available for purchase starting on February 3 at NFLShop.com, NFLShop.ca, and via OVO® in-person and online at octobersveryown.com.

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The New Gap x The Brooklyn Circus Campaign Honors the Late tWitch

Meadow Milana — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 18:10:34 +0000

Gap’s latest campaign pays tribute to Stephen “tWitch” Boss, passed away by suicide at 40 years old on December 13. Prior to his sudden passing, the adored “Ellen DeGeneres Show” DJ and dancer, posed in front of the camera for The Gap’s upcoming collaboration with Haitian-owned menswear label The Brooklyn Circus.

Boss began his career alongside Degeneres as a guest DJ for her talk show in 2014 and became a co-executive producer in 2020. The Gap × The Brooklyn Circus campaign features other stars such as “Pose” actress Indya Moore, “Euphoria” star Javon Walton and model and activist Bethann Hardison.

This collaboration “explores the concepts of individuality, movement and modern prep — blending academia, music and Black culture and street style from the 1960s through today,” said the press release.

Over the last 50 years, The Gap has expanded into seven different brands, especially loved by active consumers of different crafts. Signature styles from both brands are represented, like the cuffed chinos and varsity jacket modeled by Boss in the campaign.

“The Brooklyn Circus and Gap share in the heartbreaking loss of beloved icon Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, who was a longtime supporter of the BKc community, [founder and creative director] Ouigi’s work and a core part of this campaign thanks to his personal friendship with Ouigi Theodore,” a press release for the campaign reads.

Allison Holker Boss, the late dancer and choreographer’s wife, shared a sentimental statement as well that read, “When Stephen and I first saw his images from the campaign, it brought tears to our eyes. He was so moved by how they captured his true essence, and he was excited for the world to see them. We pay tribute to Stephen’s life by sharing these images in homage to the joy and light he brought to everyone around him.”

He and Holker celebrated their ninth wedding anniversary just days before his death. They have three children together: Weslie, 14, Maddox, 6, and Zaia, 3.

Gap further announced that it will support the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by donating to Vibrant Emotional health in Boss’ honor. This organization provides free and confidential around-the-clock emotional support and care to those in need.

The line will be released on both brands’ websites Tuesday and will also be available to shop at select Gap stores as well as The Brooklyn Circus’ Boreum Hill flagship location.

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Adidas Loses Lawsuit Against Luxury Brand for Using Stripes in Designs

Melissa Sanchez — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:54:10 +0000

Luxury designer Thom Browne won a suit in a trademark infringement lawsuit filed by Adidas. A New York jury rejected Adidas’s claim that Brown’s three-striped designs were too similar to the company’s.

Trademark infringement is the unauthorized use of a trademark or service mark. This use can be in connection with goods or services and may lead to confusion, deception, or a misunderstanding about the company a product or service came from. Trademark owners can take legal action if they believe their marks are being infringed. If an infringement of a trademark is proven, a court order can prevent a defendant from using the spot, and the owner may be awarded monetary relief.

In the lawsuit, Browne’s defended his design by arguing that the two companies are not direct competitors and do not serve the same consumer market. According to the Associated Press, the dispute goes back 15 years. After Browne agreed to shift to a four-stripe design, Adidas did not argue. However, as Browne became more prominent after the 2018 sale, he began expanding further into activewear, and the sportswear giant took notice.’

Adidas claimed that Browne tried to imitate their logo “in a manner that is likely to cause consumer confusion and deceive the public.” Browne had already agreed to add a fourth stripe to end any confusion potentially. However, the court ruled that the stripes were a common design.

The lawsuit went to trial last week, with Adidas seeking $867,225 in damages and another $7 million that it claimed was equivalent to Thom Browne’s profit. The two-week trial concluded when the eight-person jury returned its verdict in less than two hours. In his closing argument, Thom Browne’s attorney argued that consumers don’t confuse the two brands: Adidas is a sportswear company, while Thom Browne is a fashion house.

Adidas said it plans to appeal the ruling. “We are disappointed with the verdict and will continue to vigilantly enforce our intellectual property, including filing any appropriate appeals,” a spokesman said.

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Hit The Road In Style With This Exclusive Sprayground X Porsche Collection

Sha Be Allah — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 23:08:59 +0000

The global edgy and artistically fashion-forward backpack and streetwear brand Sprayground is pulling up to the races in an unforgettable collection with the iconic sports car company Porsche that will surely spark a sense of adventure.

This collection, which includes a backpack and a duffle bag, pays homage to
the iconic Porsche 911 Carrera. The design captures the purist and timeless
aesthetics of this classic sportscar, combined with Sprayground’s eclectic and unique style design, including its collectible art-piece shark mouth design.

Sprayground and Porsche have created the perfect travel flex with this
collection, showcasing functionality and quality, while still bringing the
essence of adventure to the forefront. The design also encompasses vibrant
colors of turquoise, orange, yellow and red, with classic comic additions like
the speech bubble, dollar signs and cartoon smoke. Sprayground created a striking and ground-breaking collection for fans of the German sportscar
brand and streetwear fashion enthusiasts.

Sprayground is known for its artistic and bold collections from Star Wars and Avatar to Formula 1 and the NBA. This new uniquely-designed collection in partnership with Porsche will be no different. This exclusive collection will be released across Porsche Dealerships globally this month. Visit www.sprayground.com or @sprayground for more updates on any upcoming projects.

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Singer and Supreme Partner on Computerized Sewing Machine

Meadow Milana — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 00:38:10 +0000

SVP Worldwide, the world’s largest consumer sewing machine company, is carrying out a collaboration between its Singer brand and the streetwear label Supreme. Millennials and younger generations have increased the profit margin of second-hand clothing businesses and placed emphasis on their success amidst periods of slow economic growth. This is a chance for SVP Worldwide to tap into a new cohort of home sewers and collectors.

The Singer SP68 is a computerized sewing machine with an LCD screen displaying stitch images settings and a thread cutter button that saves time by trimming the top and bottom threads. A speed control option aids in the precise control of speed so sewers can utilize the machine to their comfort. Additionally, the machine offers 548 stitch applications with 300 individual stitch options for basic, stretch, and decorative stitches, including 2 lettering fonts. With this partnership, the machine has received a bright red makeover reflecting the classic Supreme aesthetic.

Dean Brindle, chief marketing officer at SVP Worldwide, said in a statement: “Even as a 171-year-old company, we are continuing to carve our identity. We’ve embraced social media through sewing education, built a digital library of inspirational projects, and created fashion collaborations with Amazon Prime Original Making the Cut, Disney’s Cruella, and now Supreme. We remain committed to staying top of mind with our existing and new consumers.”

The rollout of this product comes right in time for the holidays- perfect for budding designers and fashion-enthusiasts. The Singer x Supreme collaboration is available on the Supreme website and is priced at 568 pounds / $598 US dollars / 668 euros.

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Soulja Boy Releases Fashion Collection With Sprayground

Sha Be Allah — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:05:39 +0000

The highly-coveted capsule collection is an amalgamation of Soulja Boy’s legacy in the realms of music, culture and fashion that have only elevated the rapper’s reverence over the past two decades. Transcending any form rules, the NYC born label adds its recognizable streetwear flare into this collaboration to continue its explosive growth as the world’s most innovative travel-fashion brand.

Determined to create a collection that celebrated the rapper’s legacy, Sprayground’s founder and Chief Creative Director David BenDavid (DBD) used Soulja Boy’s personal style and turned it into reimagined and sleek pieces that complement Sprayground’s iconic stud designs with a modern ode to Soulja Boy’s artistry in the form of two backpacks, a limited edition teddy-bear backpack that Sprayground has become known for over the past few years, and a jewelry case.

The collection stays true to the brand’s signature aesthetics, featuring a comic-book style backpack and a carefully graffiti-inflected backpack for added oomph, a teddy-bear backpack carries a Soulja Boy inspired look that hits the heel to round out the co-branding, and a one-of-a-kind jewelry box that doesn’t sacrifice accessibility or looks.

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Paul Smith Selects Cult New York Brand, Commission, for Next Collaborative Project

Meadow Milana — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 23:23:01 +0000

Paul Smith, UK-based fashion designer, is continuing his pursuit to inspire the upcoming generation of menswear designers. Earlier this year, Smith announced the &PaulSmith collaboration program, which is structured to uplift and mature emerging talent. The program which is funded by the Paul Smith Foundation, took on its first recipient- the London-based brand Ahluwalia, founded by Priya Ahluwalia. The brands capsule collection dropped in April.

Commission, a New York-based label with roots in womenswear, founded in 2018, expanded into the menswear market last year and is the latest awardee of Smith’s magnanimity. After a meeting with the brand that took place on Monday in New York, Smith stated Commision was chosen “for the obvious creative synergy between the two brands as well as their potential for positive impact with Paul’s personal guidance.”

Dylan Cao and Jin Kay, the founders of Commission, are first-generation immigrants from Vietnam and South Korea, respectively. They graduated from The New School’s Parsons School of Design where they built a network of friends propelling them into work at other fashion companies. Agreeing that the work there did not bring them joy, they soon decided to set their own brand into motion. This womenswear drew inspiration from their mothers work wardrobes. The clothing was characterized by the ’80s and ’90s and reinterpreted to reflect the modern woman. Following a request made by Canadian menswear store Ssense, Cao and Kay broadened their gender offerings in 2021.

Smith partnered with the Council of Fashion Designers of America to mentor and develop emerging menswear designers based in North America. The objective is to reach traditionally underserved communities and connect them with designers who can offer commercial opportunities and key business contacts.

Commission was chosen by CFDA’s community of designers after an internal committee from the organization introduced a shortlist of candidates to the designer. The &PaulSmith capsule collection with Commission is set to release in Fall of 2023. Pieces will be sold at the Paul Smith retail stores, on the designer’s website, and at Ssense.

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Record Number of Consumers Expected to Shop Super Saturday

Meadow Milana — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 17:08:54 +0000

The mid-December shopping interlude will be disrupted tomorrow when more than 158 million U.S. consumers pour into malls and stores on Super Saturday. On Tuesday, the National Retail Federation announced the turnout projection for Dec. 17, predicated on a consumer survey in conjunction with Prosper Insights & Analytics.

The NRF predicts that of the anticipated 158 million shoppers, it is forecasted that 44.1 million (28 percent) plan to shop only in stores, 42.2 million (27 percent) plan to shop only online, and 72.2 million (46 percent) plan to shop both in stores and online. The survey of 7,857 consumers was conducted from Dec. 1 to 7 and had a margin of error of plus or minus 1.1 percent.

The NRF president and chief executive officer, Matthew Shay, stated, “Consumers have been shopping in record numbers this year, purchasing holiday items for friends and loved ones. With Super Saturday falling eight days before Christmas, retailers are prepared to help shoppers fulfill their last-minute purchases that will make this holiday season memorable.”

Following the Thanksgiving holiday, including Black Friday and Cyber Week, retailers often experience an annual lull in shopping until approximately ten days before Christmas. This year, the 158 million figure is nearly 10 million more purchasers than last year’s contemplated figure and the highest number since NRF first started tracking this data in 2016.

Shopping trends this year reflect the top gifts consumers are buying include clothing (50 percent), toys (34 percent), gift cards (28 percent), books and other media (26 percent), and food or candy (23 percent). The release of NRF’s report considered the weather in New York, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles to be generally favorable for shopping on Saturday. Since then, temperatures have dropped significantly, which could strongly affect turnout.

Shopping won’t stop after Christmas as 70 percent of consumers plan to shop after Dec. 25, which is on par with pre-pandemic levels for post-Christmas shopping, said the NRF. Bloated inventories, large price promotions, returns or exchanges, and gift cards could all lead to more spending. Additionally, the preferred payment method amongst consumers continues to evolve. Fifty-two percent of consumers are using alternative payments or digital wallets, up from 44 percent last year. The most common alternative payment is PayPal (32 percent), followed by Apple Pay (14 percent) and CashApp (12 percent).

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Gucci to Open Milan Men’s Fashion Week in January

Meadow Milana — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 21:24:22 +0000

Gucci is set to present the first stand-alone men’s collection in three years and the first lineup since the departure of creative director Alessandro Michele. The show is set to take place just after the holidays at Pitti Uomo in Florence and then in Milan. Men’s fashion week runs from January 13th to January 17th.

The five-day event includes 72 events comprised of 21 runway shows and 31 presentations. Gucci is perhaps the most highly anticipated live show, opening the season at 2 p.m. CET. The show will represent Gucci’s first exclusively men’s collection following three years of coed runways. Though the brand has not yet named a new creative director, the bar remains high.

Italian fashion week is forecasted to reach a turnover of 96.6 billion euros this year, up 16 percent compared to 2021. This is a 4 percent increase against previous estimates of a 12 percent increase year-on-year. Inflation has undoubtedly played a role in fueling revenue growth as prices of end products have increased only 3 percent, entailing that the 16 percent gain in 2022 sales is attributed to growing volumes of fashion goods. However, 2023 predictions may read impractical due to volatility in the market and outside variables.

This deep dive into menswear, primarily set in motion by Gucci’s stand-alone line, is a new endeavor that holds great potential for fashion markets. Evolving, modifying, and experimenting with the fashion consumer is how many fashion traditions are solidified. U.S. exports have skyrocketed 54.1 percent in the first nine months of the year, comparable to China’s lower-than-expected growth, which grew 18.8 percent.

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Vans and Timberland Reveal First Collaboration

Meadow Milana — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 02:09:26 +0000

Vans and Timberland are launching their first capsule collection together in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the former label’s iconic “Half Cab.” ‘Half Cab,’ first released in 1992 and Timberland’s sturdy ‘Euro Hiker’ boots were created in 1988. The original silhouette is most known for its firm construction that guarantees performance in cold-weather (great for metropolitan terrain trotters) and its clean earthy appeal. The duo is teaming up on an entirely new hybrid silhouette that’s half skate shoe and half hiking boot, dubbed the Vans Skateboarding x Timberland Half Cab Hiker.

The pair have described the collaboration to be “entirely unique” while still upholding familiarity. The ⅝ cut upper placed on top of a Euro Hiker boot outsole alongside two-tone round boot laces reflects that statement. The ‘Half Cab Hiker’ is made up of canvas, Timberland’s premium leather, and a ReBOTL lining made from at least 50 percent recycled plastic. The shoes also contain padded leather collars, rubber lug outsoles and dual iconography. The colorways available include Wheat and Chocolate/Olive.

In addition, the ‘Half Cab Hikers’ is a reimagined take on Timberland’s premium 6-inch Waterproof Boots born out of 1973. The Vans team modernized the shoe by taking inspiration from streetwear, workwear and skate aesthetics. The new model stays connected to the Vans aesthetic with an appearance of the signature checkerboard print. More developments can be seen in the all-black updates that mark the release of the Vans Skateboarding x Timberland 6-Inch Boot.

Infusing the DNA and legacy of these footwear brands unveils a classic yet contemporary take on two treasured silhouettes. The Vans Skateboarding x Timberland collaboration launches on December 20 via select Vans & Timberland retail stores. The collaboration is also available on Van’s website and Timberland’s website. The Half Cab Hikers are priced at $160 USD while the 6-Inch Boot retails for $230 USD.

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Adidas Basketball’s 2023 Collection: Remember the Why

Meadow Milana — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 22:41:25 +0000

Adidas Basketball is broadening their reach into luxury sportswear apparel with the unveiling of its ‘The 2023 Collection: Chapter 01’.

This collection marks the beginning of the brand’s series of premium offerings and features luxury sportswear designed to deliver “style versatility – on and beyond the court.” This includes premium sweats, track pants, sleeveless shirts, and shorts in a muted palette.

Adidas Basketball’s latest film ‘Remember The Why’ highlights how Adidas prides itself on upholding “the Three Stripes’ revolutionary spirit and strips away the excess with a refreshing new palette for the game.”

Distractions are a part of everyday life. From scrolling on handheld devices to the stress of cynics trying to knock us off our game, daily intrusions are embedded all throughout routines. Adidas writes, “We look for a way to reset; to find a little silence and focus on what matters most. In reality, it’s a journey spent rediscovering the moment we first found our Why—the reason we were inspired to begin with. It’s this spirit that drives the next chapter of adidas Basketball. Crafted to serve the modern athlete while building on pillars of the past, the new collection establishes its versatility by focusing on the essentials: form, function and color.” Eric Wise, Adidas Basketball’s global general manager, advocates the importance of connecting back with the source of passion that inspired us to do what we love in the first place.

This collection transcends the scope of basketball as it reaches into the heart of all that basketball touches. Fashion, music and culture are all watered by the devotion found out on the hardwood. Adidas’ press release says, “In many ways, basketball has been a cultural catalyst on a global scale for over half a century; the lines between on-court performance and off-court style are blurred now more than ever.” This collection rests at the intersection of possibility. Modern design selections from colorways to oversized fit, all embrace the communities we each individually influence.

The ‘2023 Collection: Chapter 01’ offers time tested silhouettes launching in ‘halo green,’ ‘metal grey’ and ‘cloud white’. It is available for purchase on the Confirmed App and at adidas.com/us/chapters-basketball, with prices ranging from $35 to $90 US dollars.

Chapter 01: Remember The Why by Adidas

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Boy Meets Girl x Blueberry Explores the Metaverse

Meadow Milana — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 16:36:23 +0000

Boy Meets Girl and House of Blueberry are releasing a four-piece digital fashion collection. The digital wearables are a representation of bestsellers for Boy Meets Girl in the physical world. Items such as leggings, sweatpants, and two signature T-shirts make up the virtual boutique that Roblox users can browse. Additionally, users can try on designs and create customized digital identities for their avatars.

House of Blueberry is on a mission to build the largest digital fashion house in the universe. They have had over 20 million assets sold, 10,000 stock-keeping units and more than 400,000 unique customers. The Roblox community has 43.2 million active daily users where nearly 67% are under the age 16. In an effort to set the standard high for their digital space, Boy Meets Girl will carry its anti-bullying mission forward into the metaverse through positive messaging in the Blueberry virtual boutique.

Stacy Igel, founder and chief creative officer of Boy Meets Girl said, “As someone who was an early adopter of virtual markets, this was a natural partnership for me. I’m thrilled to bring Boy Meets Girl into the metaverse in collaboration with House of Blueberry. During COVID-19, my son Dylan got to learn a lot about virtual worlds and has been teaching me about Roblox. So you can imagine how excited I am to share this collaboration and how excited he is too.” Roblox is dominated by the youth and many collaborations carried out via the platform shape the perspective of young boys and girls.

Mishi McDuff, chief executive officer and founder of Blueberry, added, “We love the mission of the Boy Meets Girl brand and can’t wait to bring that positive energy into the metaverse. We think the iconic Boy Meets Girl branding will really come to life on Roblox and make for a fun, welcoming virtual experience for our community.”

This project expands The House of Blueberry’s collaborations from past projects with Jonathan Simkhai and the Broadway musical “Dear Evan Hansen.” In the physical world, Boy Meets Girl has partnered with Saks Fifth Avenue, to carry its core kids unisex organic collection on Saks.com. The collection features an eight-piece sustainable kids collection, including its signature logo hoodies, sweatpants and Ts in mint, light pink, blue, black and heather grey.

The items will be sold exclusively in Blueberry’s metaverse fashion boutique and catalog on January 10th. The T-shirt, leggings, and hoodie sell for 85 Robux and the beanie for 65 Robux.

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Thom Browne Launches Women’s Pre-Fall 2023 Collection

Meadow Milana — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 20:19:01 +0000

Beginning in January 2023, Thom Browne will be the next chairman of the Council of Fashion Designers of America. The New York designer succeeds Tom Ford who held the position for three years. Brown was elected unanimously by the CFDA’s board of directors (which includes Ford) for a two-year term.

Before joining the CFDA in 2005, Brown launched his label in 2003. As of today, Brown has won the CFDA’s Menswear Designer of the Year award three times, in 2006, 2013 and 2015. He also serves on the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund’s selection committee. By 2018, Ermenegildo Zegna bought 85 per cent of the company, valuing the brand at $500 million.

Brown is known for his mastery of tailoring and made-to-measure suits. Since its founding, the brand has grown to include full ready-to-wear men’s and women’s collections, accessories, footwear and fragrance, and runway shows in Paris and New York.

Browne, determined to inspire the next generation of designers said, “My most important message is that everyone should have all the opportunities to thrive as designers, but the core of this success has to start from pure creativity. It is the mission of the CFDA to support and encourage new voices and new designers to parlay their creativity into a unique and singular level of success. As designers, it is our responsibility to provoke…to educate… to entertain…to make laugh and to make cry…and, most importantly, to make beautiful clothes and to succeed in nurturing the next generation of American design.”

As he gears up to step into this new role next month, Browne is showing pre-fall. This commercially centered collection aims to balance creative inspiration from the classic book “Moby Dick.” The literary work of art is conveyed through fantastical silhouettes, seafaring embroideries, and marine mammal shaped handbags. The collection spans classic tweeds, tailoring and proportions, showing elongated single and double-breasted jackets with pleated skirts, and cropped sweaters or twinsets with low-waist pencil skirts for the Gen Z set. Playing on a new trend, the line features micro minidresses made from suiting fabric paired with cable knit tights and duck shoes. Colors paint the collection in pastel pink, pale gray, and darker colors like navy and clean all black looks.

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Supreme x Timberland Reunite With Shoe Partnership

Meadow Milana — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 16:44:34 +0000

The highly sought after streetwear brand, Supreme, and New York’s adored footwear brand, Timberland, have reunited for three takes on Timberland’s iconic 3-Eye Lug Shoe. This collaboration follows the brand’s previous take on the latter’s epochal Field Boot in partnership with Major League Baseball, in particular the New York Yankees.

From the pair’s heavily patterned FW21 collaboration, to a nineties inspired attire collaboration in the same year, Supreme x Timberland know how to spark buzz in many forms. This newest release is made exclusively for Supreme and serves to further the relationship with the outdoor footwear label. Today’s launch is not the brand’s first boat shoe. Initially, animal print interactions were created back in 2019.

The capsule shoe collection is available in three bold colorways including black, pink, and green.

The shoes are comprised of intricately woven uppers outfitted with a 360-degree lacing system. Additional detailing comes in the form of a leather lining and insole, debossed Timberland logo on the medial side, metal logo plate, and printing on the insoles. Elevating the shoe are thick black rubber lug outsoles that offer added height and a rugged ride. Naturally, Supreme’s signature red hue peeks through from the inner lining and sole of the shoe.

The merging of Supreme and Timberland sheds light on a streetwear brand and a shoe brand that transcended beyond the confines of clothing and boots. Both of the brands offer integrated products and have mastered the art of storytelling, making them lifestyle labels.

The model of shoe is highly versatile and functions well in a great deal of environments. Arguably the most adaptable item from the two brands collaborations, this shoe charms the masses in terms of popularity. The Supreme x Timberland collaboration will see a global release today, via the Supreme website on December 8, 11 a.m. EDT in the United States. The shoes are retailing at $198.

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Todd Snyder Teams Up With the NBA For a New Collection

Meadow Milana — Tue, 06 Dec 2022 19:20:16 +0000

Todd Snyder honors his title as the king of collaboration as he broadens his reach into the basketball realm through a new partnership with the NBA. With a number of collaborations with adorned teams such as the Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks and San Francisco Golden State Warriors, already under his belt, Snyder is doing things differently this time around.

The limited-edition partnership, titled the Todd Snyder x NBA Courtside Collection, puts a spin on the teams’ original logos. These contemporary interpretations are seen across French terry sweatshirts and turtlenecks, cashmere sweaters and leather varsity jackets. Within the mix of key items, the varsity jacket is reworked in Melton wool with leather, raglan sleeves, a quilted satin lining and a leather tab at the cuffs. In addition, there is a convenient two-tone cashmere sweater with satin lettering on the chest and raglan sleeves.

In describing his intentions and inspirations around the collection, Snyder said, “I wanted to create some fan gear that was sophisticated — styles that you could wear to the game and around town. The Courtside Collection is kind of a dream come true because growing up in Iowa, I played basketball every day. When I moved to New York during the ’80s, I fell in love with the Knicks and finally had a hometown pro team. One of my career highlights was winning a design contest when I worked at The Gap to design the jerseys for the Indiana Pacers. To see them play in something you designed…that was something else.”

WGSN reported that “Collegiate Classic” fashion is being restored as consumers balance daily fluidity and routine. This offering embodies range, providing a modern take on classic logos and silhouettes, delivering the adaptability consumers are seeking out.

The collection will drop on Thursday at 10 a.m. EST on the Todd Snyder retail stores and online. Retail prices include $248 for the hoodie, $258 for the sweatshirt, $268 for the turtleneck, $498 for the sweater, $528 for the cardigan and $1,500 for the varsity jacket.

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Gothic Style Inspired by Tim Burton’s Wednesday Hits the Streets

Meadow Milana — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:06:28 +0000

Netflix’s new original series “Wednesday,” directed by Tim Burton, was released on Nov. 23. This eight-episode series offers a fresh take on “The Addams Family” TV and film adaptations that have been produced over the past 58 years. Less than two weeks later, the gothic style shown on screen has permeated youth fashion.

Wednesday Addams, once played by deadpan Christina Ricci in the ’90s, has received a makeover. This time around, 20-year-old Jenna Ortega embodies a stoic Wednesday through gothic attire and a deeply sullen stare. Despite her peers, the character’s color palette does not stray from black and white, yet still captivates her audience. Crisp white shirts, layers of black tulle, and two braids are a small glimpse into Wednesday’s world. Now, Gen Z is channeling their new anti-heroine heroine with a revival of gothic attire.

Oscar-winning costume designer Colleen Atwood, whose credits include Sleepy Hollow and Edward Scissorhands, upheld the tradition of Wednesday in the latest series yet thoughtfully modernized her in a way that is relatable to our youth. Clothing resale app Depop reported a 1000% increase in searches for Wednesday-inspired outfits since the beginning of November. Atwood said, “I felt she should be part of today’s world. I wanted it to be a stylish contemporary look with which the audience would connect. I didn’t want her to be this odd person always draped in black.” Wednesday’s sharp-witted perspective on identity politics directly correlated to the strong-minded youth today.

Even before the release of Wednesday, major fashion brands such as Prada, Gucci, Simone Rocha, Thom Browne, and Rick Owens have championed this dark gothic aesthetic through white shirts and layering of black charcoal materials. Once rooted in the extensive likeness of the Addams Family, a style aesthetic has moved off the screen and met the masses. The ghoulish origins of Wednesday’s look are now more accessible through this re-imagination.

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It’s a Wrap for Cardi B and Reebok

Melissa Sanchez — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 14:06:31 +0000

After a four-year partnership, Cardi and Reebok are wrapping up their partnership.

Reebok CEO Todd Krinsky stated that the partnership with Cardi has proudly pushed boundaries and have put an emphasis on inclusivity and self- expression. He went on to say, “we’re so grateful for our partnership with Cardi over the years. Having the opportunity to collaborate with someone as passionate, iconic and talented as her is an unmatched experience and will certainly leave a lasting impact on the brand”. Today on her Instagram, Cardi posted her final collection which is the second part of her “Let Me Be…Next Level Energy.” “For my final collection with Reebok, I had to make sure we brought it to the next level. I needed every piece from the slides to the jumpsuit to be as big, bold, and fun as we could make them,” explained the Bronx bred rapper.

“It started with advertisement, and I just loved what they brought to the table,” Cardi B told FN about the partnership. “ I love that they saw my ideas. When I went to their headquarters in Boston, they welcomed me. It was freezing that day and I just had such a good experience and I thought, ‘Why not?’ I didn’t want to team up with someone who doesn’t care about my vision and just the product, but Reebok did.”

The Cardi B x Reebok partnership, which launched September 29,2022, features two styles: the Club C Cardi ($100) and the Cardi Coated Club C Double ($80). The two styles come in three different colors and are available in both women’s and children’s sizing. The Club C Cardi style sold out in the United States in 30 minutes.

“It boils down to two pieces: authenticity and shared values,” said Caroline Machen, Reebok’s Global VP of Marketing, about the ingredients for a successful partnership. “It can’t feel forced. Who Cardi is and what her fans love about her- those are the same values Reebok has. And the, it’s accepting and bringing that message forward into product.”

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King Combs Hits the Runway of Dolce & Gabbana’s Alta Sartorio/Alta Sartoria Presentation During Miami Art Week

Shawn Grant — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:06:30 +0000

Christian “King” Combs, a rising musician, actor, businessman, and fashion powerhouse, walked at the Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda presentation this week as part of Miami Art Week. He entered the runway wearing a stunning, checkered suit.

The “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop” rapper and D&G initially collaborated when he was chosen as the face of their Spring/Summer 2018 campaign. His song just peaked at number one on the mainstream Hip Hop/R&B Chart. Quincy, Combs’ brother, and Maluma, a music artist, were present and supporting Combs.

You can see the images below.

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Nike Reveals 10-50% of SNKRS Entries Are Buy Bots in New Bot Protection Overview

Shawn Grant — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:47:02 +0000

It may have been hard for you to get a pair of “Lost & Found” Retro 1s, but that isn’t because of bots. Nike has revealed their efforts to protect the SNKRS app launches from bots taking over releases.

In a new overview shared online, Nike states a team of engineers is devoted to disassembling bots, and a range of techniques are employed to locate and eliminate them from the platform. The Swoosh continues by stating that it has been thwarting these fraudulent entries for seven years and that they have done so “with significant accuracy and success.” Nike further discloses that 10% to 50% of entries in well-known launches are determined to be bot attacks. Nike will keep eliminating bots from launches going forward, and a new launch screen that details its bot protection policies will be added to the app in the upcoming months.

You can learn more about Nike’s battle against bots here.

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[WATCH] YG Releases New Single and Video “Maniac”

Shawn Grant — Sat, 24 Sep 2022 13:43:29 +0000

YG is back with another banger, dropping off the new single and video for “Maniac.” The single is from his forthcoming album I GOT ISSUES, which is set for release on Sept. 30.

YG is ready to invite you back into his rap world with his new album,I GOT ISSUES. The new album will arrive on September 30, but to raise fans’ interest, the tracklist is currently available.

The new 14-track release will feature Nas, J. Cole, Roddy Ricch, Moneybagg Yo, Post Malone, H.E.R., Mozzy, D3szn, Duki, and Cuco.

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YG was not satisfied with the tracklist being out, citing that it was too early. He hit Twitter with the below message.

DEF JAM BE HIRE’N PEOPLE TO FUCK UP. ALL THEY DO IS FUCK UP. . MY TRACK LIST FOR MY ALBUM IS NOT POSE TO BE OUT. THEY SUCK REAL BAD
— yg (@YG) September 22, 2022

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Entertainment Exec John Rose Announces Partnership w/ The Athlete’s Foot and Collective Gallery

Kim SoMajor — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 07:55:00 +0000

Entertainment executive and label owner, John Rose, announced a partnership with global footwear and apparel retailer The Athlete’s Foot.

Working with Collective Gallery, The Athlete’s Foot will be able to elevate and expand its current slate of content while also revitalizing and refreshing its image, working with up-and-coming photographers and videographers, and further its mission to impact local and underserved communities.

“One of our main goals here at Collective Gallery is to give young diverse creatives the opportunity to work in the entertainment content space with some of the leading companies in the world, like The Athlete’s Foot,” shared Rose. “Our impact rests in the support we provide to these young creatives, both monetarily and strategically, and partners like The Athlete’s Foot make it possible.”

From left to right: Shelly Andrews, John Rose, Cam Kirk, Aurielle Brooks, Kyle Bailey
Photo credit: Remarkable Media

Collective Gallery is a label for photographers, provides support to lensmen for merchandising, travel, and distribution, amongst other things.

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Nas, J. Cole, Roddy Ricch and More Set to Join YG on New Album ‘I Got Issues’

Shawn Grant — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 13:03:17 +0000

YG is ready to invite you back into his rap world with his new album, I Got Issues. The new album will arrive on September 30, but to raise fan’s interest the tracklist is currently available.

The new 14-track release will feature Nas, J. Cole, Roddy Ricch, Moneybagg Yo, Post Malone, H.E.R., Mozzy, D3szn, Duki, and Cuco.

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YG was not satisfied with the tracklist being out, citing that it was too early. He hit Twitter with the below message.

DEF JAM BE HIRE’N PEOPLE TO FUCK UP. ALL THEY DO IS FUCK UP. . MY TRACK LIST FOR MY ALBUM IS NOT POSE TO BE OUT. THEY SUCK REAL BAD
— yg (@YG) September 22, 2022

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Swizz Beatz Calls For Adidas Boycott In Solidarity With Kanye West

Sha Be Allah — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:43:42 +0000

In an Instagram post from award winning super producer Swizz Beatz, the Ruff Ryders beatmaker and VERZUZ co-creator called for the public to ban together with Kanye West and boycott Adidas.

Swizz captioned the post of a pair of fugazi black and orange Yeezys, “I usually mind my business but this is DEAD WRONG! If we let them do this to @kanyewest it will happen to us also! This man created this groundbreaking innovation and it should be respected as a creative !

“YE is only asking for his work to be respected and not stolen that’s not crazy to me !! We not buying these !!!!!!!!!!!! @adidas you’re supposed to be original do the correct thing please !!!”

Ye shared Swizz’s post, replying, “That’s love.”

Kanye’s beef with Adidas began last month when the fashion mogul accused the sportswear giant of starting Yeezy Day without his approval. Ye has been going in online on top brass from the company, including CEO Kasper Rorstead and Senior Vice President/General Manager Daniel Cherry III.

“Hi my name is DC I was hired by the recently deceased Kasper without YE’s knowledge to run the most culturally influential brand in the world,” Ye posted in the caption. “I got ideas Starting with this hat They gave me the job over Mark Minor because they love my hat idea Damn I miss Kasper.”

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YG Announces New Album ‘I Got Issues’ for Sept. 30

Shawn Grant — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 09:19:00 +0000

YG is ready to invite you back into his rap world, announcing his new album, I Got Issues.

I Got Issues will be available to fans in both digital and CD offerings on September 30. The album will feature the singles “Scared Money” featuring J Cole and Moneybagg Yo, “Run” featuring Tyga, 21 Savage, and BIA as well as YG’s most recent single “Toxic.”

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Recently, YG hosted a VIP private dinner at the Warehouse Downtown in Los Angeles, California, to kick off the revival of the 4Hunnid brand. Zack Bia, Guapdad4000, Chiquis, Boo Johnson, Coco Jones, and Emily Tosta were just a handful of the attendees.

With Drop I, YG, best known for his contagious, Mustard-produced, party-ready songs and candid accounts of life in Compton, proudly revives the 4Hunnid brand. Similar to how the Compton culture influences his music, way of life, and daily morality, so is the 4Hunnid brand. The 4Hunnid line, featuring T-shirt 4H GANGSTA SS logos that represent the “real street definition” of a gangster, is ingrained in YG’s DNA.

Instead of capturing the spirit of streetwear, the 4Hunnid collection honestly reinvents it. The goods are entirely cut, stitched, and built in Los Angeles, California, with prices ranging from $60 to $180. The line combines individually customized and modern boxy fits and is made of high-quality, heavy-weight fabrications. The BLOCK RUNNER, a classic wardrobe item from Los Angeles, is recreated in the collection using only 100% genuine leather and a flame-shaped emblem sewn onto the side panels.

You can check out the pieces and event photos below. The collection is available at 4Hunnid.com.

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YG Hosts Red Tie Dinner to Celebrate Relaunch of 4HUNNID Clothing Brand

Shawn Grant — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:22:00 +0000

Last week, YG hosted a VIP private dinner at the Warehouse Downtown in Los Angeles, California, to kick off the revival of the 4Hunnid brand. Zack Bia, Guapdad4000, Chiquis, Boo Johnson, Coco Jones, and Emily Tosta were just a handful of the attendees.

You can check out the pieces and event photos below. The collection is available at 4Hunnid.com.

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Why Is Kanye West’s Yeezy GAP Line Displayed In Trash Bags?

Kim SoMajor — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 11:40:00 +0000

Kanye West’s Yeezy GAP line is in stores but the clothing display has fans taken aback. The clothes are being displayed in large eco-friendly trash bags rather than distributed and organized on hangers.

According to a GAP sales rep, the unorthodox clothing display decision was made at Ye’s request. Although the collection isn’t available at all GAP stores, it is available at the Yeezy GAP online shop.

Social media users have shared images and stories of the Yeezy Gap collection being piled on top of each other in large black bags.

There’s a mix of hoodies, t-shirts, jackets, long sleeve shirts and hats that range from $80 to $300.

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— little miss (@owen__lang) August 15, 2022

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— Jay Yarow (@jyarow) July 25, 2022

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Billionaire Boys Club and the New York Yankees Team for New Special Edition Collection

Shawn Grant — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:43:00 +0000

The Pharrell Williams-founded luxury streetwear company Billionaire Boys Club today revealed its partnership with the New York Yankees. In accordance with their collaboration, Legends Hospitality will help the two famous brands release a limited-edition garment line on August 22, 2022.

The co-branded Stadium Satin Jacket, denim OG fitted hat, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and novelty items like a retro-inspired bobblehead, ceramic NYC bodega-style coffee cup, and ceramic Yankees helmet bowl are just a few of the items available in the Billionaire Boys Club x Yankees special edition clothing line.

Before the Yankees’ Subway Series game against the Mets on August 22 at Yankee Stadium, Pharrell Williams, the founder of the Billionaire Boys Club, and his son Rocket will ceremoniously throw out the first pitch.

Beginning August 22, 2022, the collection will be sold at the BBC ICECREAM flagship stores in New York City, Miami, London, and Tokyo as well as the online shop at bbcicecream.com. Additionally, there are several places throughout Yankee Stadium where the collection may be found, such as the main game-day Team Store on the 100 Level by home plate and the year-round Team Store at Gate 6.

You can see pieces of the collection below.

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Luxury Men’s Clothing Brand Paris Laundry Has Posh Pop Up Shop at beSocial Space In Atlanta

Shawn Grant — Sat, 06 Aug 2022 11:20:00 +0000

On Saturday August 20th, Paris Laundry, a Men’s luxury clothing brand, presented a pop up shop in Atlanta. Many stars and influencers were in attendance for the event including Tammy Rivera, B.O.B, K Camp, Sonny Digital, Cam Kirk, and many more. The event was held at beSOCIAL, a creative hub for interaction and innovation. Attendees enjoyed an exclusive shopping experience along with cocktails sponsored by Krystal Garner, “KG”, of Patron.

About Paris Laundry

Paris Laundry is a luxury men’s clothing brand based in New York that’s named to represent the ever growing non stop spin cycle within fashion that’s dictated by design houses in the “fashion capital” of the world, but in actuality it’s inspired by the culture and exported back to us from abroad.

The main goal is to re-imagine and change men’s fashion by designing coveted items which communicate an aesthetic that is true to New York and its roots. The collection is showcased through the usage of unique, luxurious fabrics, expert craftsmanship, bold graphics, layered textures, and unpredicted detailing. With a strong desire to work with garments in a more innovative way, they built an in-house print, embroidery and embellishment studio alongside their atelier.

Their design studio gives them the freedom to work easily between mixed mediums to create one of a kind and detailed pieces. Their textiles are sourced only from sustainable mills located in Italy, Portugal, Japan, and the USA. They manufacture in small factories in the garment center of New York city.

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Fabolous Collabs on Vegan Accessories and Baggage Line

Zoe Zorka — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 14:15:13 +0000

Many hip-hop stars are known for creating their own clothing, shoes, or jewelry line, but rapper Fabolous might be the first artist to have a line that includes a Parisian jewelry trunk and other upscale accessories that can fit in with both work and play fits.

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The resulting collab between Fabolous and well-known jeweler Greg Yuna is a new line in the NYC-based vegan and sustainable accessories brand, Hemincuff. The collection which features a variety of trunks, backpack and a holster bag, is decorated in the brand’s exclusive geo-print, which is inspired by Hemincuff Founder and Creative Director Noel Veloz’s love for Parisian fashion, art, and architecture as well as hip-hop culture.

Noel Veloz details the collaboration stating, “I wanted to drop this Paris Collection with Fabolous and Greg Yuna because they are defined as tastemakers in the industry. Fabolous has been my all-time favorite hip-hop artist since I was a kid, and my dream has always been to work alongside him and that’s just what I did. I bumped into his manager at one of my retail jobs, he introduced me to Greg Yuna, and the rest was history. With this collaboration, I’ll become the first Dominican American to release vegan leather trunks handmade in Mexico. I’m really looking forward to creating my own lane with this collection.”

According to Veloz, the line’s geo-print was inspired by his close relationship and love for his family with the six leaves in the print representing the six letters in the word “family” and the six members of Noel’s family. The two darker colors represent Veloz’s parents and the four royal blue leaves, which is Veloz’s and his father’s favorite color, represent his three other siblings. When his family comes together the geo print is complete.

Fabolous describes how he was excited to be a part of the collaboration as Veloz and his family hail from the Bronx, Fabolous’s home city, stating: “When Noel approached me to be a collaborator in his Hemincuff Paris Collection alongside Greg Yuna, I knew I had to be a part of it. Noel’s Father has been and is the inspiration of these creations and the Hemincuff brand as a whole – him and Noel put the name in the vegan leather! Greg is from Queens, I’m from Brooklyn, and Noel is from the Bronx – it was a New York collaboration! When we come through with the vegan trunk briefcase, we mean business!”

Hemincuff unveiled the gorgeous PARIS THE FAMILY X GY collection ($295 – $695), which is now available for pre-order. Customers are able to join the waitlist now on the brand’s website www.hemincuff.com. This limited edition collection will release in Fall 2022. The collection ranges from ($295-$695).

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Rotation Announces New Jeff Hamilton and Juice WRLD Jacket Collaboration

Shawn Grant — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:40:00 +0000

Rotation, Amazon Music’s hip-hop/R&B brand, has announced a brand-new, exclusive partnership with renowned fashion icon and streetwear pioneer Jeff Hamilton. Hamilton and Rotation are releasing a brand-new, limited-edition jacket in Juice WRLD’s memory that can be purchased today in the Amazon Music app and on the Amazon Music Artist Merch Shop.

The iconic Jeff Hamilton jacket, made of a combination of leather and wool, is designed in the same manner as his renowned NBA Championship jackets for groups like the Bulls and Lakers. Each jacket bears Hamilton’s signature, the emblem of Juice WRLD on the front, and Jeff’s dramatic redesign of the album cover for Juice’s ground-breaking debut, Goodbye & Good Riddance, on the reverse.

The jackets cost $1,250 and are only offered through Juice WRLD’s store on Amazon Music Artist Merch Shop. Each jacket includes a high-end garment bag with Juice WRLD and Jeff Hamilton logos on it, as well as a hand-painted watercolor drawing of the jackets that are numbered and signed by Hamilton.

The Amazon Music team created and assembled the extensive purchasing experience known as the Artist Merch Shop. The Amazon Music Artist Merch shop is the go-to place for fans to find genuine merchandise from their favorite artists. It offers exclusive styles not found anywhere else from artists like Post Malone, Dolly Parton, J Balvin, and Doja Cat. It serves as a central hub for merchandise ranging from clothing to physical music. You can learn more at amazon.com/artistmerchshop.

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Fat Joe Set To Live Auction Off Louis Vuitton x Air force 1’s For Charity

Kim SoMajor — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:15:00 +0000

Fat Joe is hosting a live charity auction today for an Air Force 1’s bundle, with Louis Vuitton exclusives as part of the collection. He’s teaming up with sneaker aficionado Mayor for the event on the live streaming shopping app WhatNot.

One-hundred-percent of the proceeds will be donated to Virgil Abloh’s Post Modern Scholarship Fund. Abloh was the artistic director of LV who passed away in November 2021.

The auction is scheduled to go live at 9 p.m. ET.

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Puma and Liberty Team Celebrate Women’s Soccer in Latest Clothing Collaboration

Shawn Grant — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:20:15 +0000

PUMA and Liberty have released the third chapter of the PUMA x Liberty collection.

The collection honors the force that women contribute to the admirable game of soccer. The companies have reinvented ideas of conventional football design to commemorate a new era of women’s engagement and spectatorship in the sport by fusing PUMA’s history in the game and Liberty’s position in fashion and art.

The PUMA x Liberty line mixes Liberty’s signature flower patterns and a Liberty football insignia with traditional football silhouettes, including jerseys, shorts, and tracksuits, to celebrate football culture freshly and inclusively.

The newest PUMA x Liberty line is a part of the company’s She Moves Us initiative, which aims to support, uplift, and encourage women.

Products are currently on sale at PUMA.com, with additional styles debuting throughout the summer. Prices range from $55 to $220. You can see the collection below.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Nike Reveals Los Angeles Angels City Connect Jersey

Shawn Grant — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 08:48:00 +0000

The Nike MLB City Connect Series celebrates each club’s personality, traditions, and values that bring its fans together. The Los Angeles Angels’ design pays homage to the team’s illustrious past while also pushing the boundaries of what a baseball uniform may be. The Angels City Connect uniform features vintage-influenced design elements in a tribute to throwback baseball and surf stylings and is inspired by Southern California’s beach lifestyle. The uniform, which will make its on-field debut on June 11th, brings the beach to the ballpark by promoting year-round sunshine and surf culture.

The Nike Los Angeles Angels City Connect Jersey pays homage to the beach culture of Southern California. Thanks to popular music, television, and movies, the year-round sunshine, and surf culture formed a big part of the area’s character during the 1950s and 1960s. The uniform features vintage-inspired design components in homage to old baseball and surf stylings. The aesthetic highlights the best of Southern California’s beach-side influences, from the free-flowing cursive chest graphics to the consistent numerals inspired by the simplicity of coastal lifeguard tower labels.

The base hue is inspired by Southern California’s endless sandy beaches, while the blue numbers reflect the Pacific Ocean. The palm leaf on the sleeve patch is evocative of California’s characteristic palm trees. The left sleeve contains two bands that are a tribute to the asymmetric stripes typically found on mid-century surfboards. The Nike Los Angeles Angels City Connect Jersey brings the beach mood to the field when you visit the Big A after a day on the beach.

The Colorado Rockies, Houston Astros, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels, Milwaukee Brewers, San Diego Padres, and Washington Nationals are among the seven new MLB teams for the 2022 season. You can see the design for the Angels below.

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50th Anniversary of ‘The Godfather’ Celebrated in New Shoe Palace Collection

Shawn Grant — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 08:22:00 +0000

Shoe Palace has teamed up with Paramount Consumer Products once again to create an apparel collection inspired by Paramount Pictures‘ The Godfather. T-shirts, crew sweatshirts, hoodies, and shorts are all exclusive to Shoe Palace. The collection is limited and scheduled to coincide with The Godfather’s 50th-anniversary celebration.

The Godfather x Shoe Palace collection incorporates memorable phrases, poster art, and pictures from the acclaimed film into apparel that embodies the Shoe Palace aesthetic. A likeness of the great Vito Corleone, the Don, appears on several of the goods. Fans of the classic will enjoy the respect shown to each piece in the collection.

The Shoe Palace x The Godfather collection launches only at Shoe Palace stores and on shoepalace.com. Pick up the collection before the entire line sleeps with the fishes. You can see the pieces below and purchase them here.

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Ye and Gap Delay Launch Of Balenciaga Line Amid Texas HS Shooting

Kim SoMajor — Thu, 26 May 2022 12:38:00 +0000

Fans of the new Yeezy Gap Engineered by Balenciaga line will have to wait a little bit longer. The Gap announced the launch of the collaboration between Ye and the French fashion house, Balenciaga will now happen Friday.

Ye, Gap Delay Launch Of Balenciaga Line

This follows the debut collection released in February.

The second collection was originally scheduled for a Wednesday drop, but the company said it pushed back the date, two days in light of the mass school shooting in Texas.

An 18-year-old lone gunman shot and killed 19 school children and two teachers in Uvalde, Texas on Tuesday sending shockwaves of remorse throughout the country.

It is the 27th school shooting in 2022, totaling a whooping 212 mass shootings in 145 days.

A statement from Ye and Balenciaga Creative Director Demna Gvasalia said, “As we pause, our hearts go out to the families and communities impacted.”

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YEEZY GAP ENGINEERED BY BALENCIAGA POSTPONED LAUNCH UNTIL FRIDAY, MAY 27. OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO THE FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES IMPACTED
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— YEEZY GAP (@YEEZYXGAPGLOBAL) May 25, 2022

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LL Cool J and Rock The Bells Drop New Drip Collection

Shawn Grant — Wed, 25 May 2022 11:26:45 +0000

Rock the Bells, the global lifestyle brand dedicated to Hip-Hop created by LL COOL J, has officially launched its highly anticipated Drip Collection.

The Rock The Bells x Roots Varsity jacket, as well as sweatpants, a hoodie, and a t-shirt, are all part of the Drip Collection. This series is priced between $628 and $95. The purpose of this drop is to continue to enhance streetwear in a way that pays homage to hip-hop’s roots.

You can see the collection below and purchase here.

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SOURCE LATINO: Rosalia Newest Ambassador For Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS Campaign

Kim SoMajor — Tue, 24 May 2022 15:30:00 +0000

Spanish singer Rosalía is in a new campaign for Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS. It’s Rosalía’s first partnership in the fashion industry. The apparel content will also be the company’s first bilingual branch out with both Spanish and English, which features a 15-second advertisement and a series of photos.

Kim Kardashian, the founder of SKIMS, said Rosalía’s willingness to experiment with her music and personal style is an inspiration to her and the campaign is all about the energy and confidence she brings to the world.

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— Kim Kardashian (@KimKardashian) May 16, 2022

The photos for the new campaign show Rosalía, 28 wearing shapewear from SKIMS’ signature cotton collection. This includes black and white t-shirts, thongs, bras, bralettes, and leggings. Other pieces in the collection include boy shorts, briefs, boxers, tank tops, bodysuits, and onesies.

This is the brands way to extend their image and be more inclusive and enticing to customers worldwide.

In a statement, Rosalía added: “I love SKIMS. They are so comfy and make me feel very sexy at the same time. I’m so excited that I finally got the chance to collaborate, especially in their Cotton Collection which is my fave.”

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Stadium Goods and Artist Terrell “Rello” Jones Partner for Limited-edition Collection

Shawn Grant — Thu, 12 May 2022 19:52:44 +0000

Terrell “Rello” Jones, a Chicago-based contemporary artist, has collaborated with Stadium Goods on a limited-edition collection.

The Rello x Stadium Goods Varsity Jacket is a limited-edition collaboration that contains figures from Rello’s work, as well as an homage to his birthplace. Rello focuses on pop art and products, which he depicts in his signature modern-day rubber hose illustration style. He and Joe Freshgoods were co-founders of the Fat Tiger Workshop, the iconic Windy City brand, and boutique.

“The Rello x Stadium Goods Varsity jacket is a collaboration that takes elements from my iconography to create something wearable that can also serve as an art piece on its own,” said Rello. “By wearing one of my pieces, you can have a daily reminder that without the imagination of the people, there would be no art.”

Each Rello x Stadium Goods Varsity Jacket is hand-numbered, emphasizing the project’s apparel-as-art motif. This premium wool piece comes in blue and red and has an embroidered patch of Rello’s iconic “Ozzy the Bad Mouse” character on the left breast. On the back, a large chenille “Ozzy” patch is sewn. The quilted inner lining adds warmth and comfort to the heavyweight construction. The jacket costs $500 and comes in sizes XS to XXL.

The jacket is available for purchase on stadiumgoods.com and the Stadium Goods app, as well as Stadium Goods’ Chicago store.

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Marilyn Monroe’s Estate Happy Kim K Wore Her Iconic Dress

Kim SoMajor — Thu, 05 May 2022 15:08:54 +0000

Marilyn Monroe’s estate is happy that 41-year-old reality star, Kim Kardashian wore her dress to the Met Gala. President/CMO of Authentic Brands Group Nick Woodhouse, who runs Monroe’s estate, told TMZ, the late star would have celebrated the rewear and cited the similarities between the two powerhouse women.

The Skims founder wore the same dress Monroe wore while famously singing “Happy Birthday Mr. President” to President John F. Kennedy in 1962.

Some critics were upset she wore the prestigious dress to an outing where it could be ruined. The dress originally cost $12,000 and was created around Marilyn Monroe, who was sewn into it as it was made. However after former Mrs. West walked the red carpet, she changed into a replica dress for the actual event.

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Danny Aranbayev: Meet Fivio Foreign, Bobby Shmurda & 42 Dugg’s Jeweler

Bryson "Boom" Paul — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:51:00 +0000

For Pop Culture, eyewear goes hand-and-hand with fame as it provides a necessary barrier between a star’s identity and public accessibility. Danny Aranbayev is a popular celebrity jewelry designer, who’s most recognized as “The Cartier Doctor,” which was a moniker gifted to him by celebrities for his signature iced-out eyewear design. And with a resume that includes the likes of Pop Smoke, Fivio Foreign, Bobby Shmurda, Icewear Vezzo, 42 Dugg, and so many more of today’s hip hop’s hottest stars.

And with a high-profile clientele, extensive optical background, and huge social media following, the jeweler is unstoppable with the execution of the next phase of his career. Aranbayev seizes the moment with the launch of his new eyewear venture, known as Jewelz For The Face. The Source’s Bryson “Boom” Paul caught up with the New York-based designer to discuss the launch of his new brand, collaborating on memorable pieces with some of the biggest names in music, what’s next and so much more in the exclusive interview, below.

[The Source]: Who is Danny Aranbayev of Jewelz For The Face?

He is a loving father to a son, a Caring and supportive partner to his wife, a respectful son to his parents, and a great pillar of the community.

How competitive is the celebrity eyewear industry?

[Danny Aranbayev]: Like every industry, there is always going to be competition but because I was one of the first and have the best quality we are looked at as the premier source.

What are the requirements for an individual/influencer to be considered for consultation with Danny Aranbayev or Jewelz For The Face?

We are a very inviting company and as long as one reaches out to us through our channels, we can set up a face-to-face meeting.

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Tell us about your first celebrity client and their experience?

Ashanti was my first celebrity client. We styled her glasses for her album cover with Tory Lanez (Chixtape 4).

What is it about Jewelz For The Face eyewear that is different from other eyewear brands?

We only deal with high-end luxury brands and we only use the best goods. We also make custom lenses to fit many different styles.

What attracts you the most about the hip-hop culture?

I love the lifestyle, I love the music and I love the life experiences that comes from it.

Tell us a story involving your favorite hip-hop album of all time?

Get Rich or Die Tryin’ is my favorite album. I stayed home from school that day so I can get the CD at the store the day it came out and then listened to it on my CD player all day.

What do today’s recording artists look for in their eyewear?

Big diamonds, and uniquely custom lens designs for men. Everyone is into glow in the dark now. We can make any lens glow.

Tell us about your evolution in hip hop as a designer?

I started as an optician and ended up as a face jeweler. As my clients kept asking for more unique things I had to step up and make the magic happen in order to keep my client base happy.

You can’t have success without first experiencing trial and error. Tell us about some of your setbacks in the industry and what you’ve learned from them?

One time, in the beginning, I did not make sure that order that I delivered client matched what they requested. It was a good mistake because in the end, they liked what I made better. But due to the volume, I have the most important thing making sure the custom order matches what the client is hoping for. That is why I like people to come to the show so they can see exactly what they are going to get.

Most of your clients have released new albums this year. Any particular favorites among the new releases?

The Fivio Foreign album is what I am currently listening to as well as anything J.I.

From a style point-on-view, what should the average wear look for when exploring new eyewear?

Shape of lens is key to match someone’s face. Once we get the lens then we can play around with frames and ice.

Your clientele includes Bobby Shmurda, Fivio Foreign, 42 Dugg and Ashanti. Tell us about a particular conversation you’ve experienced with them about life through jewelry?

I remember bobby coming in and he was discussing his new song Cartier Lenses and from that, we worked on the pair for the single cover.

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What is a big misconception about the eyewear industry?

People think there are limitations of how we can customize. But we can do anything.

Tells us about the importance of entrepreneurship in hip hop?

Hip Hop is a constantly evolving culture at the forefront of America; being in the game gives me the opportunity to grow as far as my imagination takes me.

How do you feel seeing your products on music videos, billboards, and the biggest album covers of a generation?

Every time I see my product in public I know I am doing something special.

Who are some desired clients you would like to see in the latest Jewelz For The Face?

Drake and Future are the top 2 artists I am trying to work with.

Where do you find inspiration for creativity and designing the latest eyewear collection?

Everything is invented here, it comes to me naturally.

Tell us about your personal favorite(s) among the brand?

Anything Maybach as well as Cartier Buffs.

How do you evolve in this industry?

Keep breaking barriers and being different.

Tell us about the first time you met Bobby Shmurda?

Bobby is a great guy with tons of energy and loves diamonds and glasses. How could we not get along?

Fivio Foreign just released his debut album, which is one of the most parts of an artist’s career. Did he reach out to you for eyewear during the album process?

Yeah, we made a custom pair for him recently to pick up his pair. And they have been worn by him in many videos.

How do approach the creative process for your male clients and female client’s when deciding on desired eyewear?

I take what they want from their imagination and put it into real life. I turn their VISIONS into eyewear.

When coming up with a new collection, break down the creative process?

We first pick the shape, then the size, then the lens then draw it out. Color is last.

What are your plans for the brand in 2022?

Continue to grow the customization side as well as drop my own frames.

The best advice to someone looking to buy a new pair of designer eyewear that will make them one-of-a-kind?

Come see Danny.

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