Fashion – Retrenders

Reebok Collabs Hitting 2012

June 11, 2012 by SW biko Leave a Comment

Photo from Sole Collector.com

Very simply put – Reebok meets Ghost in the Shell. Can’t wait for the day when Batman will pair up with Nike or how about Adidas and the Avengers? For more info and release date, go to: Sole Collector – Reebok Insta Pump Fury – Tachikoma.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Since the Reebok Insta Pump Fury x Ghost in the Shell is not out yet, why not get these limited release sneakers – the Reebok Insta Pump Fury x Spider-Man kicks?

You can pick up a pair @ Mita Sneakers Japan and it’ll set your wallet back around $237.00USD. How come Asia gets all these cool kicks?

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: anime, Asia, Ghost In The Shell, Insta Pump Fury, Japan, marvel, sneakers, spiderman, Tachikoma

Throwback Kicks: Adidas ZX 500

June 11, 2012 by SW biko Leave a Comment

Who needs a time machine when they keep retro-ing all the coolest shoes of the 80’s. Adidas is reissuing the Adidas ZX 500 which was first introduced back in the 80’s. Every detail is exactly the same as the original shoe. If only they kept the 1980’s price … 😦

MSRP: around $80.00USD.

For more info, go to: Adidas ZX 500.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: 1980s, Shoes, sneakers

BAPE x One Piece

June 7, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Fans of the anime smash hit One Piece will have a cool graphic tee line-up from BAPE. Starting June 9, at BAPE NYC and on their online store, they will be selling 5 different tees in this collection: Zoro Tee, Luffy Tee, Zoro Flag Mark Tee, Chopper Tee, & the Star Silhouette Tee.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: A Bathing Ape, anime, Eiichiro Oda, Japan, manga

Smooth, Supple and … FAST!!

June 6, 2012 by GuestContributor 1 Comment

O.K….so the sleeper hit Drive has recently influenced my being. I got it. But, really…who doesn’t want to look cool in a T-shirt, jeans and grease?…and drive fast?

Ryan Gosling’s character, the Driver, exudes the ultimate cool: stoic, manly and kick-ass. All while wearing a particularly fashionable pair of Gaspar driving gloves, created by Dorothy Gaspar of Hollywood glove-designing fame.

Filed Under: Fashion, Movies Tagged With: classic, Drive, driving gloves, Gaspar, leather, mens, retro, womens

Play Cloths Summer 2012

June 6, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Urban streetwear apparel maker Play Cloths is not launching one, but two Summer 2012 collections. I guess the more choices the better.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: delivery 2, menswear, Summer 2012, wildlife capsule

Stussy Guest Artist: Hiroshi Tanabe

June 6, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Stussy has been known for doing great collabs and their Stussy Guest Artist lineups bring out fresh artists with creative imaginations. This Stussy collab is with Japanese artist Hiroshi Tanabe. His Stussy Women’s line of graphic tees looks really interesting.

Filed Under: Fashion, Videos Tagged With: graphic tees, Summer 2012, t-shirt, women, women's tees

Stussy Summer 2012 Collection

June 6, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Summer is here! Look for some West Coast style inspiration in Stussy’s Summer 2012 Collection. Stussy also teamed up with Herschel Supply Company to round out the line with more bright colors and tropical touch. They called it “Wild Hawaii.”

For more info and where to buy the Summer 2012 Collection, go to: Stussy.com

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: backpacks, Lookbook 2012, mens, shorts, swimwear, womens

Banana Republic x Trina Turk = Summer Collection 2012

June 4, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Are you looking for a summer outfit? You might want to check out Banana Republic’s new capsule collection with designer Trina Turk for Summer 2012. The Palm Springs’ inspired collection will have around 60 pieces from swimwear to jewelry. The prices will range from $34.00USD to $150.00USD. The collection will hit Banana Republic stores this week on June 7th, 2012.

For more info go to: Trina Turk.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: BR, capsule collection, designer, Palm Springs, Summer 2012

Gaultier’s Passion for Fashion

June 2, 2012 by GuestContributor Leave a Comment

The De Young Museum plays host to “The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk” until August 19. This fabulous exhibit highlights Gaultier’s haute couture and prêt-à-porter designs created between the mid-1970s and 2010.

Filed Under: Art, Culture, Fashion Tagged With: De Young, exhibit, haute couture, Jean Paul Gaultier, Lady Gaga, Madonna, museum

A Shift to the Chunky!

June 2, 2012 by GuestContributor Leave a Comment

Walking around San Francisco, I have noticed a shift from the classic staple of sleek aviator-type shades to a thicker, bolder, and (some may say) “geekier” eyewear.

SF-based eyewear company, Mayfourteenth, has melded a classic 60s look with modern details and materials. The look is a fresh, summery (and springy) take on urban eyewear….locally made, and nationally sported.

Filed Under: Fashion, Geeky Tagged With: designer, eyewear, Mayfourteenth, San Francisco, SF, Summer, sunglasses

JPN Only: Adidas Originals Mita Sneakers

June 2, 2012 by SW biko Leave a Comment

These kicks are not currently available in the states, only in Japan, but you’re able to get it through Undefeated’s website.

And since you’re there, I’d recommend checking out their Adidas line.

Go to: Undefeated.com.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Adidas, Japan, Kicks, Mita, sneakers, undefeated

Kpop + Converse = “As Three Artists, One Song”

May 22, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Just like Adidas collabing with Kpop super girl band 2NE1, Converse Korea kicks off their collaboration effort with 3 Kpop artists: indie rock band Jaurim, dance outfit Idiotape and R&B group Aziatix.

Filed Under: Fashion, Music Tagged With: 2NE1, Adidas, Aziatix, Idiotape, Jaurim, Kicks, Kpop, sneakers

NIGO’s Human Made – Spring/Summer 2012

May 21, 2012 by SW biko Leave a Comment

Have you checked out this new brand yet? It’s called Human Made and it’s only a few seasons old, but yet this Japanese designer’s style has a very mature consistent look to it. His look is never over-the-top outrageous except for the zebra striped jail house outfit. Everything looks comfortable and ready to wear.

Here’s a link to the designer’s site where you can check out a photo gallery of all the various styles and looks and also drawings of his current line of clothes.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Japan, NIGO label, streetwear, Urban, vintage

New Era x Hello Kitty

May 18, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

New Era and Sanrio team-up for a Hello Kitty cap collection. Hello Kitty gets the 59Fifty fitted cap style.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: 59Fifty, fitted caps, Helly Kitty, Japan, New Era, Sanrio

Mr. B’s for ALDO: A Modern Twist on a Classic Footwear

May 16, 2012 by GuestContributor 2 Comments

Mr. B’s for ALDO

New York designer, Christian Cota, joined ALDO to present a premium men’s footwear line that featured chunky brogues in both shoe and boot options. The colors are bold and the footwear exudes a classic and modern effort in its styling and function.

Blake boot in Navy/Grey and Cognac

I recently tracked down (yes, tracked down!) a pair of the Blake boots in Navy/Grey (pictured above). The sizes run a bit big, but to my advantage, there was only one pair left (at the time) for order across the country.

These now take their place as one of my most cherished of fashion finds. The leather is sturdy. The styling is impeccable, for both casual and dress wear. And the color?? Wow!!

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: ALDO, brogues, Christian Cota, messenger bag, Mr. B's

A Must for the SF Gentleman: On the Fly

May 15, 2012 by GuestContributor Leave a Comment

Want a men’s boutique that caters to various “Lifestyles” (Seriously….they include Wall Street, Professor, Sportsman, Old School, Hipster or derivative, thereof)?

Then On the Fly is just within reach in SF’s Financial District.

On the Fly

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: bespoke, boutique, clothier, custom, menswear, SF

His & Hers USB Gifts

April 19, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Do you need a gift for your man? Do you need a gift for your woman? How about a cool geeky USB device?

It does everything!

For Him: Victorinox Flash 64GB, MSRP $400.00USD

How is your man not going to like this? The Superman of tools and even a nerdy dude like me has a Swiss Army knife. This Victorinox Flash has not only a 64GB USB flash unit but also a biometric fingerprint scanner so only you can access your billionaire plans to rule the world. And there is Bluetooth and a laser pointer if you have to do a presentation on why the American youth need to take statistics classes. If you are bored in your cubicle, it also has a nail filer to tame your nails.

Filed Under: Fashion, Geeky, Tech Tagged With: gifts, Indian Siam, knife, necklace, Swarovski, Swiss Army, USB Heart, Victorinox

Authentic Icon – American Idol @ Kohl’s

April 18, 2012 by Stephen Jang 2 Comments

I can look like American Idol contestants now!

It seems everybody has their own urban street wear line now. The popular FOX TV show American Idol recently launched their new apparel collection – Authentic Icon. This brand is exclusive to Kohl’s and the collection has a limited run. So if you want to look like that American Idol contestant, head to Kohl’s.

Filed Under: Fashion, TV Tagged With: AI, American Idol, apparel, Authentic Icon, Clothes, collection, FOX, Kohls

Uniqlo Coming to SF!

April 12, 2012 by GuestContributor Leave a Comment

Uniqlo will be coming to Union Square in Fall 2012.

You read that right! Uniqlo in San Francisco!

It will be taking over the 29,000 square feet space of 111 Powell Street that currently houses footwear-megalith DSW. Talk about prime location! They are steps away from Union Square and the SF shopping center! Not only that, H&M is right across the street and GAP and Forever 21 are right down the block. The San Francisco flagship will be the center of all West Coast operations for the brand and is the fourth total store (the other three are in Manhattan) stateside. They said that they were coming soon and that it was just a matter of finding good retail space. They weren’t kidding!

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Powell Street, Union Square, Uniqlo, Uniqlo in San Francisco

Diet Coke + Paul Gaultier = Fashion Soda Bottle

April 12, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

French designer Jean Paul Gaultier and Diet Coke collab on a bottle. It will not be sold in the US so get it on eBay.

Filed Under: Art, Drink, Fashion Tagged With: bottle, designer, Diet Coke, France, French, Jean Paul Gaultier

Gundam Inspired Streetwear is Coming!

April 10, 2012 by Stephen Jang 1 Comment

This ain’t for cosplayers but for the street & urban wear cool people.

Bandai recently announced it’s opening Strict G stores around Japan which sells men’s apparel inspired by the Gundam world. Basically Bandai is getting into the wacky and tough streetwear business. At least they will be getting it right by first doing some collabs with top urban wear companies like Alpha and Swans.

Filed Under: Fashion, Geeky, Otakudom, PopAsia Tagged With: anime, Bandai, Gundam, Japan, Namco, streetwear, Strict G, Urban

Two Odd Fellows Love Supreme

March 26, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Men’s magazine GQ have a little fun this Q&A. These two guys come from different backgrounds, but like wearing Supreme apparel. Rapper and skater Tyler – The Creator and old man fashionista Glenn O’Brien share their love of the street brand Supreme.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Glenn O'Brien, GQ, NYC, rapper, skater, street fashion, streetwear, Supreme, Tyler The Creator

VS Angels’ Workout Routines (or How to Look Smokin’ Hot)

March 22, 2012 by GuestContributor 3 Comments

Being a Victoria’s Secret model requires more than just a pretty face. The brand is staunch on requiring their models looking healthy and athletic as opposed to looking thin and lanky. Here are a few of their fierce workout routines!

Adriana Lima:

Doutzen Kroes:

Filed Under: Fashion, Videos Tagged With: Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Doutzen Kroes, Lindsay Ellingson, Victoria's Secret, workout routines

Uniqlo & Marvel Comics Collab

March 22, 2012 by Stephen Jang Leave a Comment

Sexy Marvel tees – because it’s Uniqlo!

A friend of mine was recently in Hong Kong for vacation and stopped over @ the Uniqlo store and got me this fresh collab tee by Uniqlo and Marvel Comics. The tee is of course %100 cotton and reprints classic comic covers from Marvel comics. Remember when comics were .40 cents! In my day it was .75 cents and I’m really dating myself here. But if you are in Asia – make sure you stop by the Uniqlo stores for these cool collab tees.

Check it out: Uniqlo Jpn or Uniqlo USA

Filed Under: Fashion, Geeky Tagged With: Japan, marvel, Marvel Comics, style, tees, Uniqlo, Wolverine, X-men

Mexican Inspired Beachwear Hitting the Runway

March 20, 2012 by Johnny Moreno 1 Comment

With vibrant colors against fabrics of earthy tones, the fashion designer Emanuela Corvo has brought the art of Frida Kahlo’s everyday clothing into this year’s spring fashion. Frida Kahlo, an iconic painter from Mexico in the 20th century, was inspired by the colors and textiles of indigenous Mexican culture with the fusion of European influences for her clothing. Her choice of what she wore and how she wore her dresses reflected the specific folk culture of Mexico in its time, and not to mention, her choice of personal style.

Filed Under: Fashion, Videos Tagged With: Beachwear, bikinis, Emamo Runway, Emanuela Corvo, Frida Kahlo, Mexican, Mexico, spring fashion, swimsuit