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// June 9th, 2010 // 2 Comments » // Sneakers
These are some kicks I did for a customer in the Chi. He’s rocking them to the World Cup. I fell in love with these while making them. I hope you like them.
I have Capt America holding the US Soccer shield and Old Glory in the background waving.
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// April 20th, 2010 // No Comments » // Sneakers, Stuff I Like
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// January 19th, 2010 // No Comments » // Sneakers, Stuff I Like
Nike SB ‘Oceanic Airlines’ Dunk High. The all suede upper features germain and chlorine blue colors that play off the fictional Oceanic Airline logo, that is used in many films and television programs such as ‘Lost’. The shoes are offset with white accents on the swoosh, outsole, and mesh tongue. The shoes come complete with two pairs of laces; red and/or white. The insoles of the shoe feature a radar like map of the earth. They are also a ‘Considered Design’ which means that the shoes were designed and materials were picked with the environment in mind.
Just in…1/21/10 more news from Dharma!
Nike SB Blazer “DHARMA Initiative” QS
Nike SB released two LOST inspired shoes as quickstrike releases for January. The other day we reported on the Oceanic Airlines Dunk and we reported on these Blazers the same day in our 6 O’Clock news. These Blazers represent DHARMA Initiative and the linen colorway was inspired by the DHARMA uniforms. SHOE is seen on the heel tab and insoles.
The Blazers and Dunks are available at Premier while supplies last. Make sure you check with your local Nike SB accounts for both releases.
// January 16th, 2010 // No Comments » // Sneakers
Nothing to say except: ENJOY!
// December 21st, 2009 // No Comments » // Sneakers
adidas Originals x Star Wars – Spring/Summer 2010 – Footwear Collection
George Lucas has been a merchandising genius for quite some time. In his latest, extremely extensive collaborative effort between galactic juggernaut Star Wars and terrestrial brand adidas, we see 13 versions that should make for some exciting convention banter among the Star Wars enthusiasts. Lucasfilm Ltd. and adidas Originals have teamed up to release models that will start releasing in January 2010 in both general and extremely limited releases. Some standout models include the Micropacer model complete with shots from the film (including a light saber battle), a shiny silver upper, and a red white and blue midsole–all representing the more extreme side of the collection. More muted models include the black and red Darth Vadar Shelltoe model with simple accents, a black on black Super Death Star Shelltoe, the orange Skywalker model, and the impressively-styled Stormtrooper with puffy stripes. Besides this heap of releases shown here, adidas is also releasing Star Wars-themed apparel. Expect much more specific information soon, but for now, even the casual Force fan will get a kick out of this joint venture.
// December 13th, 2009 // No Comments » // Events, Sneakers, Videos, news
Yesterday was a stormy day in southern California. Definitely not a night to drive 200+ miles to a sneaker event. But thats exactly what I did!
Me and my wife battled the rain and winds…not to mention all the dumb ass drivers that were trying to hit Mach One speeds while hydroplaning into the center dividers on the 5 freeway.
Yeah it was a sight. What would normally be an hour and half drive turned out to be about 3+ hrs.
So lets get to it…I was not about to miss the first annual Clash of the Customizers Show in LA.
Here I had the privilege to meet my fellow artist/peers and friends.
When you walk in you see a bunch of one of a kind sneakers hanging from the ceiling in acrylic cases.
Out of many…ONE kick ass show.
People were in awe and amazement while drooling over Sneakers.
Man this was some good shit.
I felt like I was visiting long lost family members…you know peeps you haven’t seen in a long time.
Heavy Hitters like Emmanuelabor, Stizo, Jester, Yoakustoms, Twitch, Image…the cats from Diversitile…and a bunch more. (Sorry if I missed your name on the list…I’m still tired…lol)
It was bananas. I was humbled to be in the presence of these people and inspired to greater things.
This actually felt like the beginning of a real movement.
I don’t have much more to say except if you missed it…then you missed out!
I did take some pics and a lil video…I’m sure the guys n gals there have more. Here’s what I got.
// July 1st, 2009 // No Comments » // Sneakers, Stuff I Like, news
For Fall 2009, the Nike Sportswear Dunk Hi Collection gets both basic and funky for their popular Dunk Hi model. The collection features more subtle styles in solid color-block such as a cool grey/olive green or a subdued concrete grey upper paired with flaming red swoosh and royal purple laces; and also trendier colorways of all-over artistic purple acid wash print and color-block solid uppers mixed with water-drop and paint splatter patterns. The eclectic mix of Fall 09 Dunk Hi Collection boasts something for everyone, so look out for the coming collection at Nike Sportswear.
Via: Freshness
// June 12th, 2009 // No Comments » // Sneakers, Stuff I Like, news
Granted…I am not the best blogger. I never claimed to be…I just like putting up stuff that catches my attention or that I like. Seldomly, those are 2 the same thing.
I have been bugging out on how many shoes NIKE has been pumping out. I mean its like they are running anchor on a 400 meter race! Are you running out of ideas in Beaverton?
They have a shit load of color ways that look garbage and materials that I personally dislike. Not as a customizer, but just as a consumer. Felt, textured leather, patent leather…some of this shit is cool…alot of it is a stretch.
I’m just glad that they are finally putting out some good kicks. Shit I don’t even know if this post made any sense?
Just me letting out a thought. lol
As a customizer, it kills me because I can’t paint of half that shit! lol
Recently NIKE put out a few gems. I can finally say I like. For instance these Blue Lobster SB Dunks they just released with Concepts…they are fucking FIRE! The original Orange ones were off the meat rack too.
The other gem is these Jones Beach AF1 los …those are pretty dope.. especially with that clear bottom and the silouhette in it. Nice touch.
The Jordan Hybrids are fire too. I’m not a true Jordan Head so…for these to grab my attention…I’m like wow.
Shit let NIKE fuck up and give me a green light to collabo…I will make Kanye Wests Air Yeezy’s look like Fisher Price “My First Kicks!”
I’m just saying…I’m hand making my shit…imagine if I can just give the order to a machine.
If some of you were mad at my Xbox Alpha Dunks before….wait until I add rocket fuel to your hate!
Yo someone tell NIKE to hire a customizer to really help them push the envelope. It doesn’t have to be me…just someone worthy of creative lisence!
Pics Via: Freshnessmag and Nicekicks
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