Spring Jewelry Arriving

New spring jewelry is arriving in-store and online! If we don't get to see the sun this winter, at least we can play dress-up! How are we dressing up? Very kind of you to ask. Well! For starters, we're still into the multi-layered necklace look or big statement pieces, except now the statement pieces are getting all crazy-like with big chunks of wood, rocks, beading, cloth and ribbon ties.

Earrings-wise, we've likewise moved to natural materials: wood beads, polished stones ... you know. We're also stocking up on pendant earrings with floral motifs, lots of filigree and intricate patterns of stone and glass gems.

These stretch rings we have are just the dandiest baubles. Easy fit, easy on the wallet. Rings in general remain big and bold with strong floral leanings and lots of ornamentation. Ostentation is the new demure. Exuberation is the current even-keel.

So shop the collection. Pick up an easy piece to freshen up your look for the coming spring!

Lemmie at that new spring jewelry

Clog Blog

If there's one thing we love more than shoes, it's people telling us how great our selection is. A tip of the hat to Every Clog Has Its Day for their coverage of the Jeffrey Campbell Charlie clog we received early and plan to have stock in throughout the season.

Coming Soon: Jeffrey Campbell SPRING!

The Radio...

While I wait for the complete Radio video to drop (whatup GoldCoast!), here are some stills. New DJ Booth freestyle dropping early February. I've also been hoppin' on a lot of industry beats lately, which is something I really haven't done in quite some time, so I hope they'll see the light of day some time soon. Everyone Loves Everything!

The Radio...

While I wait for the complete Radio video to drop (whatup GoldCoast!), here are some stills. New DJ Booth freestyle dropping early February. I've also been hoppin' on a lot of industry beats lately, which is something I really haven't done in quite some time, so I hope they'll see the light of day some time soon. Everyone Loves Everything!

First Look: Jeffrey Campbell Spring Lookbook

The fab lads at Jeffrey Campbell were kind enough to give us a sneak peek at their Spring lookbook. We collaged it with some photos of ou recent orders for your viewing pleasure. The TIC (above) is coming back in this fantastic natural duck canvas with brass tack sole.

Our prediction is that the Charlie (below) will be the huge hit of 2010 with its clog lines and platform heel trimmed in the same thumbtack heads seen on the Tic.

Glass House...

You shouldn't throw stones if....aw fuck it. The Santambrogiomilao group designed this concept house made ENTIRELY of glass! While this is very impressive, its also ridiculously impractical. You could never let me in the house, as at least one of the staircases would be in pieces. The glass home is a collaboration between founder Carlo Santambrogio and designer Ennio Arosi. I can say tho, that under a night sky in the winter time, this would be an amazing place to be.

Glass House...

You shouldn't throw stones if....aw fuck it. The Santambrogiomilao group designed this concept house made ENTIRELY of glass! While this is very impressive, its also ridiculously impractical. You could never let me in the house, as at least one of the staircases would be in pieces. The glass home is a collaboration between founder Carlo Santambrogio and designer Ennio Arosi. I can say tho, that under a night sky in the winter time, this would be an amazing place to be.

All Star Lebron VII

These. GO. HARD. I haven't copped a basketball shoe in quite some time, but if these see a release I might relapse. Ol' Avatar lookin' ass. These are some pretty lil kicks. WAY harder than the Kobe All-Stars.

All Star Lebron VII

These. GO. HARD. I haven't copped a basketball shoe in quite some time, but if these see a release I might relapse. Ol' Avatar lookin' ass. These are some pretty lil kicks. WAY harder than the Kobe All-Stars.

Reupspot.com presents: New Slang

REUPSPOT.COM presents: New Slang hosted by DJ Remike.

This mixtape drops just in time to ring in the second week of 2010. I have a track featured on it, "Another Year" (stream/download it below!) produced by the new producer squad Yung Star Productions. Other noteworthy appearances are made by K. Sparks, Frank Ramz, XV, and my homies J. Ellis and Propayne. Definitely worth the download. Reupspot is fam. You all read the interview I did with them, right?


DOWNLOAD HERE



DOWNLOAD "ANOTHER YEAR" (single track)

Reupspot.com presents: New Slang

REUPSPOT.COM presents: New Slang hosted by DJ Remike.

This mixtape drops just in time to ring in the second week of 2010. I have a track featured on it, "Another Year" (stream/download it below!) produced by the new producer squad Yung Star Productions. Other noteworthy appearances are made by K. Sparks, Frank Ramz, XV, and my homies J. Ellis and Propayne. Definitely worth the download. Reupspot is fam. You all read the interview I did with them, right?


DOWNLOAD HERE



DOWNLOAD "ANOTHER YEAR" (single track)

Giant Wire AirMax 1

This is sick! The AM is fresh on my brain right now for reasons you need not know yet... Giant Wire frame Air Max 1 by UK artist Benedict Radcliffe (remember his lifesize car wireframes? google that shit). Commissioned by Nike, Radcliffe reworked his usual bicycle/vehicle designs into a full-scale Air Max wire piece, measuring at 3.5 meters long and perfectly reflecting the classic Air Max silhouette.

Giant Wire AirMax 1

This is sick! The AM is fresh on my brain right now for reasons you need not know yet... Giant Wire frame Air Max 1 by UK artist Benedict Radcliffe (remember his lifesize car wireframes? google that shit). Commissioned by Nike, Radcliffe reworked his usual bicycle/vehicle designs into a full-scale Air Max wire piece, measuring at 3.5 meters long and perfectly reflecting the classic Air Max silhouette.

2009....OKBYE!

Where do I even start? 2009 was crazy. Lol. I quit law school, restarted my art school thing, met a bunch of people, and created and released my best material to date...it's been a crazy year...I wouldn't undo any of it. Well, almost none.

Law schools whatever, I'll leave that on Adams St. The first quarter of 09 was dope though. I did a college radio tour courtesy of Jroc -- word to Jroc. In January Lim and Co, with a few extras, went on a ski trip. We crashed the whip in the mountains...and then drank, there's a video of it somewhere on youtube. I tried to snowboard...I fell. There's a video of that somewhere too.

I don't really need to tell the whoooole story of how I started work on the sicktape...its all on the outro. However I will say it was an arduous journey. The people I met, got to know and worked with throughout the whole process are invaluable to me. People say if you don't blow you aint shit but in reality some of the closest people to me have come as a result of music...

Fast forward to the summertime...coolin...not doin shit but workin on the tape. Fun. Met the dope in august though. She never knew how much I cared. Anyway, my september and october were a rush of school and music. People played my music...people played me...its all gravy though. People that I thoight were my friends revealed their true colors, which in a way I'm thankful for, it forced my hand in a number of situations and made me confront things I previosuly hadn't.

We're now at november like...8th. The sicktape is done and a lot of people whose opinions I greatly respect say its dope. I'm happy. Literally the first time in a while that I could truly truly say that. I remember hearing Amanda Diva's hook to "Home" for the first time and straight cheesin! I remember blackin' on "Still Fly" maaad as hell. I remember "The Weird One" and the inspiration. (Insert chuckle) I remember all of it. Everyone that was there whether directly or indirectly. To everyone that helped me literally, figuratively, emotionall, creatively, spiritually or motivationally...I can't really express my gratitude well enough through words.

December flew by. I got the greatest christmas gift in early december...and you know who you are and what you did. So now we're at the end of my nine. I'm sorry this is so abbreviated...a lot of my self is private and a lot is boring...the highlights? Sick. Tape. Two.

I got recognized several times lol, felt kinda nice. Fell. Got back up. Twice. The ups and downs, here's the point and how you gonna tell me's. Doin the etchasketch on full tilt off the vaporizer. Saw Lupe rock like 9 times. Watched groupies try. Watched groupies failed. Got played...moved on. The bottom line is that 2009 was dope. I barely remember 08 but ill never forget the nine. How could I forget my birthday 09-09-09? I loved this year, for al its flaws. I look forward to 20X. To everyone comin' with me...we finna do things. Build shit...and tear shit the fuck down. To everyone I'm leavin in 2009...you rock too.

I wrote a song about starting a new year, and the third verse is the most fitting way to end this.

The toast is cool, put the glasses down
Winter break is over let's resume the class now
There's learning to be done, and lessons to be had
Cuz if its too much in existence then less of it was never bad
And please plug it in, never let yourself get gassed
Cuz that way if you make it, you can really make it last
And really make it worthwhile, and really make it count
But you don't have to hide every time the sun comes out
Check it
I am tall tree, you niggas all flowers
I am outer space, you barely touchin' clouds
I am so dirigible, you are unoriginal
That means you lookin' up while I am fly you on the ground...
BUT I RESOLVE TO EVOLVE...
A NEW YEAR MEANS THE OLD ME CAN NOW DISOLVE...
AND EVERYBODY EVER THAT HAS WRONGED ME IS ABSOLVED...
THIS ANOTHER YEAR, LAST YEAR I LEFT IT ALL...

Ya

Whatup 2010, show me what you got

2009....OKBYE!

Where do I even start? 2009 was crazy. Lol. I quit law school, restarted my art school thing, met a bunch of people, and created and released my best material to date...it's been a crazy year...I wouldn't undo any of it. Well, almost none.

Law schools whatever, I'll leave that on Adams St. The first quarter of 09 was dope though. I did a college radio tour courtesy of Jroc -- word to Jroc. In January Lim and Co, with a few extras, went on a ski trip. We crashed the whip in the mountains...and then drank, there's a video of it somewhere on youtube. I tried to snowboard...I fell. There's a video of that somewhere too.

I don't really need to tell the whoooole story of how I started work on the sicktape...its all on the outro. However I will say it was an arduous journey. The people I met, got to know and worked with throughout the whole process are invaluable to me. People say if you don't blow you aint shit but in reality some of the closest people to me have come as a result of music...

Fast forward to the summertime...coolin...not doin shit but workin on the tape. Fun. Met the dope in august though. She never knew how much I cared. Anyway, my september and october were a rush of school and music. People played my music...people played me...its all gravy though. People that I thoight were my friends revealed their true colors, which in a way I'm thankful for, it forced my hand in a number of situations and made me confront things I previosuly hadn't.

We're now at november like...8th. The sicktape is done and a lot of people whose opinions I greatly respect say its dope. I'm happy. Literally the first time in a while that I could truly truly say that. I remember hearing Amanda Diva's hook to "Home" for the first time and straight cheesin! I remember blackin' on "Still Fly" maaad as hell. I remember "The Weird One" and the inspiration. (Insert chuckle) I remember all of it. Everyone that was there whether directly or indirectly. To everyone that helped me literally, figuratively, emotionall, creatively, spiritually or motivationally...I can't really express my gratitude well enough through words.

December flew by. I got the greatest christmas gift in early december...and you know who you are and what you did. So now we're at the end of my nine. I'm sorry this is so abbreviated...a lot of my self is private and a lot is boring...the highlights? Sick. Tape. Two.

I got recognized several times lol, felt kinda nice. Fell. Got back up. Twice. The ups and downs, here's the point and how you gonna tell me's. Doin the etchasketch on full tilt off the vaporizer. Saw Lupe rock like 9 times. Watched groupies try. Watched groupies failed. Got played...moved on. The bottom line is that 2009 was dope. I barely remember 08 but ill never forget the nine. How could I forget my birthday 09-09-09? I loved this year, for al its flaws. I look forward to 20X. To everyone comin' with me...we finna do things. Build shit...and tear shit the fuck down. To everyone I'm leavin in 2009...you rock too.

I wrote a song about starting a new year, and the third verse is the most fitting way to end this.

The toast is cool, put the glasses down
Winter break is over let's resume the class now
There's learning to be done, and lessons to be had
Cuz if its too much in existence then less of it was never bad
And please plug it in, never let yourself get gassed
Cuz that way if you make it, you can really make it last
And really make it worthwhile, and really make it count
But you don't have to hide every time the sun comes out
Check it
I am tall tree, you niggas all flowers
I am outer space, you barely touchin' clouds
I am so dirigible, you are unoriginal
That means you lookin' up while I am fly you on the ground...
BUT I RESOLVE TO EVOLVE...
A NEW YEAR MEANS THE OLD ME CAN NOW DISOLVE...
AND EVERYBODY EVER THAT HAS WRONGED ME IS ABSOLVED...
THIS ANOTHER YEAR, LAST YEAR I LEFT IT ALL...

Ya

Whatup 2010, show me what you got

Converse Black Sabbath Music Collection

Converse Black Sabbath Music Collection

Trend Report: Leggings in 2010

Last week we took a cheap shot at denim leggings, or rather, the branding of denim leggings. (Lori’s insisting we call them “leans” in lieu of “jeggings,” but we’re having none of it.) We have nothing against denim leggings – we heart them quite a bit – but socks had to have their moment. We’ll circle around to leggings soon enough (probably at the expense of socks; we are so fickle).

In the interim we had a chance to sit down with some industry friends in New York working in the hosiery trade and talk about once and future trends. Men are not excluded: in the interest of a well-heeled (heh) story, we got the skinny on menswear trends as well.


Lori’s: Let's start with a review of 2009. What did you find were the big trends?

Women’s: OPAQUE. We had a huge push for an opaque leg. We also saw a trend in patterned opaque

Men’s: Casual. Men are dressing down more than ever and even if they are dressing up they are probably wearing casual socks, meaning heavier weights.


Lori’s: At the store we did brisk business with a lot of patterned leggings and embellished pieces – zippers, studs, sequins, etc.

Women’s: Embellishments for spring 2010 will be seen in socks using Lurex yarns in a playful way carried through into fall as a bolder spangle-like option. Still lots of shine!


Lori’s: Now that we are in 2010, how are those trends evolving or new trends emerging from them? What will be the must-have colors and textures for spring and fall?

Women’s: Spring colors will start off soft with lilacs, pinks going into splashes of dark tangerine followed by saturated pinks. We are seeing textures evolving in an interesting way by combining sheer and opaque. For fall we’re seeing a lot of deep greens like spruce, forest and loden with aubergines for a sophisticated leg using rich textures.

Men’s: Spring is “ath-leisure”: a combination of casual and athletic. This translates into casual socks with arch support, cushioning, anti-microbial and wicking properties. Fall is always the classic argyle! The argyle comes in a casual and dress weight. Colors trend towards heathered/marled looks. Brown heather, oatmeal heather, loden, wine heather. The fashion color is Royal Purple seen in pops of color on a sophisticated dress sock or a heathered plum on a casual sock.


Lori’s: Which are your favorite looks and how would you accessorize them?

Women’s: My favorite spring/fall look is an anklet peeping through ankle boots paired with cropped or rolled skinny jeans, a great tank and cardigan topped off with a cozy scarf! My favorite winter look is a mini paired with a solid opaque leg or texture leg worn with a peep toe heel.

Men’s: Socks are where men can really step out without being too much. The banker that has to wear a suit can wear an over-the-top dress sock with shots of purple in the pattern. The more casual guy can hide the pink contrast on the heel and toe of his sock in his shoe.


Lori’s: What is the "look" for spring?

Women’s: An oxford paired with an anklet or crew length sock worn with a relaxed pair of shorts.

Men’s: I think that the overriding element for spring is more athletic type socks and no-shows or peds for guys so they can wear their loafers with a no-sock look.


Lori’s: For fall?

Women’s: Dresses are still very important for fall so we will continue with an emphasis on the leg seeing rich textures and bursts of saturated colors.


Lori’s: How are leggings a part of that look?

Women’s: I still think the legging will be important in 2010. It’s an easy, comfortable wear.


Lori’s: We have a huge demand for denim leggings – the ultimate skinny jean. What's your take on it?

Women’s: Personally I love the look, paired with a comfy tee and/or sweater … making sure the length hits just right!

Men’s: The overall trend for guys are socks that work for them – anti-microbial and wicking, arch support, mesh top for breathability, placed cushioning so the sock is fit for left and right wear, socks that don't shrink when you wash them. SmartWool technology: the sock is cool in the summer and warm in the winter. A seamless toe or a reinforced heel and toe for comfort. Socks that stay up and don't fall down the leg over the course of wear.

lebron hood bad man

lebron hood bad man

Supra Skytop II Black Suede

I'm not sure about the choice of ALL suede on a shoe this tall, but at least I get an idea of how dope this boy looks in all black. Word to my homie Alex (music IS coming I promise, lol) Not too excited about the Yeezy bite with the pink inside tho.

Supra Skytop II Black Suede

I'm not sure about the choice of ALL suede on a shoe this tall, but at least I get an idea of how dope this boy looks in all black. Word to my homie Alex (music IS coming I promise, lol) Not too excited about the Yeezy bite with the pink inside tho.

Converse x Mastermind

Artist Mastermind has collaborated with Converse to make a pair of shoes that will be a part of Converse’s 100th Anniversary. One of the memorable releases is the Converse Chuck Tailor High Top in Black upper and White rubber soles, with White piping on the ankle. Being a unique sneaker, it has a zipper on the back and a skull and cross-bones print on the top of the tongue. Watch out for its release in the Summer or Spring with 50 pairs only.

Converse x Mastermind

Artist Mastermind has collaborated with Converse to make a pair of shoes that will be a part of Converse’s 100th Anniversary. One of the memorable releases is the Converse Chuck Tailor High Top in Black upper and White rubber soles, with White piping on the ankle. Being a unique sneaker, it has a zipper on the back and a skull and cross-bones print on the top of the tongue. Watch out for its release in the Summer or Spring with 50 pairs only.

Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star

Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star

Hightop Bloody Hightop

Hightop Bloody Hightop

Hightop Bloody Hightop

Hightop Bloody Hightop

converse wade hood

converse wade hood

converse wade hood

converse wade hood

lakers hood

lakers hood

converse wade t-shirt

lakers hood

lakers hood

converse wade t-shirt

replica nba

replica nba

replica nba

replica nba