Future, got a chance to sit with Rap-Up TV to discuss how he’s coming along on his second album Future Hendrix.
While he admits he’s only 40% done, he is able to reveal several
collaborators on the project, guys like Drake, Diplo, Kanye West, Ciara, Drake, Lil Wayne
and Kelly Rowland. Before that drops, Future will release his mixtape F.B.G. (The Movie) on January 13.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Nike Air Footscape Woven Chukka “Flat Gold”
The Nike Air Footscape’s signature style gets an update
for 2013 with a new flat gold colorway. The hairy suede upper is bathed
in tan with hits of gold bouncing around the heel and tongue. The
oversized stitching that extends around the shoe helps keep the model
casual, while also adding a certain whimsical feel through the dotted
accents. Set to release in January 2013, the Nike Air Footscape Woven
Chukka “Flat Gold” will be available at hanon.
Air Jordan 1 Retro ’97 TXT “Gym Red” Release Date
Inspired by the Air Jordan 13, the Air Jordan 1 Retro ’97 TXT
sports dotted paneling with hologram branding. Gym red dominates the
leather and mesh upper, backed by black suede and accents of the same
tone. Look for these to release on New Years Eve Day at select Jordan
Brand accounts for $130.
Jordan Spizike Black/Challenge Red
2013 is set to start with a Spizike. Blocked in black and challenge red, the most beloved Jordan
hybrid splashes patent leather on nubuck for a two-tone take. Contrast
stitching and unusual elephant print cap off this colorway, scheduled to
release at JB accounts in January.
Nike Air Max 97 EM “600K”
Sporting the lines of yesteryear but today’s tech, the Nike Air Max 97 EM serves as an updated classic. Dressed in a deep navy tone, this “600K”
makeup mirrors the original in styling, set to an Engineered Mesh base
and speckled sole. Look for these to release next year at select Nike
Sportswear accounts.
Highsnobiety TV: A Conversation with Kendrick Lamar
During a recent visit to Berlin, German music journalist, DJ, Radio and TV star Hadnet Tesfai sat down with Kendrick Lamar to talk about his album, his personality and his development as a rapper.
The Full PYREX VISION Spring/Summer 2013 “Youth Always Wins” Collection Is Now Available
The new PYREX Vision Spring/Summer 2013 “Youth Always Wins” Collection by Virgil Abloh, better known as the owner of Chicago’s RSVP Gallery and as the official style advisor of Kanye West. Today we take a closer look at the Pyrex Vision collection, as it has now entirely released.
Consisting of socks, t-shirts, shorts, hoodies, caps and plaid
shirts, all pieces feature bold branding and are available in a series
of colorways.
Made up of bold logo pieces for the most part, Abloh worked with a set number of color palettes for the new collection. The line features shorts, t-shirts, plaid shirts, caps and more, everything coming with a slightly oversized fit. Modeled by A$AP Barri, A$AP Nast, A$AP Josh, A$AP Illz, Ian Connor and Nayle Junior, the collection is now available here.“From American designer, Virgil Abloh.
The winner will always be young.
It’s all based of his high school experience. Pusha-T drug raps. Champion gym uniforms. Caravaggio obsession. Micheal Jordan as God. Kurt cobain felt the most real. Black kid with white tendencies.
That juxtaposition.
Being self-taught was the extent of his art education. Added help from living and breathing youth street skate culture combined with living in Rome and Paris.
YOUTH WINS GAMES no matter the sport. Pavement. Concrete.
Models casted from Harlem to Amsterdam to represent the YOUTH. The next.”
Louis Vuitton Camera Strap by Riley G Designworks
Employing mostly found and vintage materials Riley G Designworks creates
top of the shelf hand made camera straps. Besides fabrics taken from
old Mercedes and Caddilacs, they offer this great specimen, which
features the iconic Louis Vuitton
Monogram patterned leather, derived from “a perfectly good Louis
Vuitton garment bag”. These eleborately hand crafted straps are of
course available in limted numbers only. So head over to the web shop and get one for yourself, before it’s too late.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Knicks” Game Royal/Team Orange
Here comes the next Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG, releasing on the same date as the OG Bulls colorway January 2013. The game royal/team orange “Knicks” colorway will be released in limited numbers, starting on January 5th, 2013.
Love Jules Leather x F As In Frank ‘MCM’ Cookie Boots
Famed Canadian vintage boutique F as in Frank, partnered with Love Jules Leather
on a lace -up boot featuring leather from the MCM Cognac Visetos
Weekender bag. An outdoorsy look with a fun lux reference make these a
perfect boot to have and to rock unapologetically. Each boot is made to order here.
Jordan Brand To Release OG Colorway Air Jordan 1 Retro High White/Varsity Red – Black
Today marks the official announcement that the Jordan Brand
will be rolling out the original colorway of the Air Jordan 1 — a
sneaker that certainly went on to revolutionize the footwear and apparel
business. Presented in white/varsity red/black, the high-cut and retro
release features a prominent swoosh as well as the old school Jordan
logo with wings — which pre-dated the now legendary Jumpman — on the
tongue and heel. A controversially colored shoe at the time, the release
will come in packaging similar to the original. The Air Jordan 1 Retro
will release at select stockists on January 5, 2013.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
A$AP Rocky at The Breakfast Club
A$AP Rocky stopped
by the studio of Power 105.1 and had the opportunity to sit down with
Charlemagne, DJ Envy and Angela of The Breakfast Club. The three went on
to grill Rocky about his past relations with Iggy Azalea, his recent fashion choices, his debut album Long.Live.A$AP, homophobia and more.
Watch the entertaining clip above and be sure to purchase Long.Live.A$AP when it hits stores on January 15th, 2013.
The Story Behind Kanye West’s Pleated Kilt by Riccardo Tisci for Givenchy [Video]
With everyone talking about Kanye West‘s kilt that used during the Watch the Throne tour and the 12.12.12 Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert, this video has resurfaced from the original VOYR series showing the customization of the kilt for Kanye West. The pleated kilt was designed by Riccardo Tisci for Givenchy and has since been incorporated in Mr. West’s signature look.
Juvenile – Juvie Tuesdays [Mixtape]
After some push backs, Juvenile finally releases his brand new mixtape Juvie Tuesdays with more installments to follow in the new year.
Troy Ave Feat. Mac Miller– Chillin
Troy Ave comes up with his new Mac Miller collaboration off the upcoming ‘White Christmas’ mixtape dropping on December 25th.
BOTB ‘Be F***Polite’ Beanie
Be F*** Polite
beanie in a bright , in your face magenta. In many ways being polite
and just flat out kind to those around you is a quality so often
underrated, but in our book it never goes out of style. BOTB beanies now
available here.
Cast Of Vices ‘Handcuff’ Bracelet
Cast of Vices latest collection explores the iconography of insecurity in our modern world. Chain links have been re-contextualized as modular jewelry, security sensors as luxury brooches, handcuffs and security cables as refined bracelets form the collection as a commentary on societies obsession with security.
Sprayground Holidaze Bag Collection
Sprayground
has launched their Holidaze Collection featuring both rogue Deluxe
backpacks and Weekender duffel bags. The New York-based bag company
introduces three new backpack styles for the holiday season including
the Wild, the Have a Nice Day, and the High Life.
Three new Weekender duffel bags complement each of the newly released
Deluxe backpacks. The Weekender is designed for those short stays and
comes with a separate shoe compartment to keep your clothes clean.
Each backpack offers maximum functionality with features like a
velour laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, sunglass compartment, and a hidden
stash pocket. Built-in cushioned AirMesh padding gives each user
ergonomic carrying support.
Sprayground enlisted the likes of hip-hop artist Mod Sun for the
Holidaze campaign – the perfect figurehead for the new collection. The
limited quantity releases along with the undeniably eye-catching
designs have given Sprayground bags a cult following among celebrities
and street fashion aficionados alike.
Pick up your bag straight from Sprayground’s online store and at top sneaker boutiques worldwide.
HUF x Golden Bear Deluxe Varsity Jacket
The HUF x Golden Bear Deluxe Varsity features a Melton wool body with
genuine cowhide leather sleeves and a button-snap closure. Details are
in abundance on this jacket, including leather-trimmed slash pockets,
HUF’s classic metal H logo on the chest, a debossed circle H logo on the
sleeve cuffs, and a quilted satin lining with interior pocket. As with
all things Golden Bear, this jacket is crafted in the USA as is
available now in limited numbers from HUF’s online store and at the HUF pop-up shop at Hall of Fame in Los Angeles with a price of $400 USD.
Air Jordan IV 2012 “Thunder” Retro
Slated with a release date of December 22, 2012, and an expected retail
tag of $160, the Tour Yellow iteration is mocked up
in predominantly all-black, with hits of contrasting yellow throughout
the midsole, mesh upper and lace locks.
KiD CuDi – King Wizard [Video]
Kid CuDi releases the visual treatment for his latest single “King Wizard”. The video was directed by Cudder himself. The track and visuals are further indication of what to expect from the artist’s upcoming self-produced album Indicud, which is expected to arrive early next year.
With the winter season fully upon us, DQM
gives us a sneak peek at the New York store’s shirt collection for the
Holiday 2012 season. Due for a release Thursday, December 20, the
collection will be made up of three woven, button-down shirts styled to
suit the winter months. The three shirts feature a woodland camouflage
print on a heavy canvas textile, a cotton flannel shirt available in a
choice of three colors and, finally, a plaid shirt in a thick, soft wool
which will be released in two color variations. The collection of
shirts are complete with crisp, simple design with branding for DQM
exhibited purely by a small tag on the breast pockets of each piece.
Founded in 2003, DQM is looking ahead to 2013 and we can expect some
interesting releases from the beloved store as it celebrates its
ten-year anniversary.
i am OTHER: Nardwuar vs. MellowHype
Nardwuar, who is known for the extensive knowledge and research he puts into every interview, recently caught up with the guys of MellowHype as they prepared for an upcoming show. Never underprepared for a meeting, Nardwuar surprised both Hodgy Beats and Left Brain as he flaunted his intimacy with the Odd Future duo’s food preferences, music sample history and other connections.
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