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HUF FOOTWEAR SAMMY WINTER

HUF Quality Footwear Introduces Sammy Winter

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HUF Quality footwear have announced that Australian Sammy Winter is the latest pro rider to join the ranks following his travels with HUF through Asia on their recent Stoops Tour.

With their pro team already busting with talent, Sammy adds his smooth style to the pack which includes the likes of Dylan Rieder, Austyn Gilette, Brad Cromer and Peter Ramondetta, amongst others. Check out the short but sweet introductory clip below and keep an eye out for more exciting news to come from the HUF camp and Sammy Winter shortly…

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PUMA Trinomic ‘Crackle’ Pack

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We thought PUMA had already seen out 2014 in style with the recent release of the awesome ‘Marble Pack’ , but we were wrong. They’ve got one more major release up their sleeve and capping off a great year for the brand, PUMA introduce the ‘Crackle’ pack consisting of several new iterations of three core Trinomic shapes.

The collection takes tennis themes and applies them to running silhouettes, as the Blaze of Glory, XT2+ and R698 get colour and material reworks inspired by the cracking surfaces and lines of clay tennis courts. The shoes are constructed from rich leather with nubuck toe boxes on the upper, accentuated with cracked effect TPU overlays. Despite all falling under the same theme, each shoe brings something different to the release, a selection of colour treatments are applied, with 9 styles in all, each making use of subtle detailing for a clean finish.

An additional silhouette is due to drop in January 2015 from the pack which, if it continues in the same vein, I’m sure will be another great release from PUMA. The ‘Crackle’ pack will be available from Hanon, END. and size? from the 27th of December.

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PUMA Trinomic Marble Pack

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Finishing 2014 on a high, PUMA give us some of the strongest in-house reworks of the XT2 and the Blaze of Glory we have seen this year, as they introduce the Marble Pack.

Drawing inspiration from current trends in fashion, the pack offers up two monochrome iterations of the classic runners, completed with pops of subtle marble detailing and tonal stitching for a clean finish. Both the XT2 and the Blaze of Glory arrive in a premium leather make-up with marble textured accents applied to the Blaze of Glory’s TPU sections and the XT2’s heel cap. Each style is available in a black and a white colour option and includes PUMA’s comfort enhancing Trinomic technology.

The PUMA Trinomic Marble Pack is available now at the following retailers;

Urban Industry 

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NikeLab Presents ACG: Defining Sport Utility for the City

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Following whispers of a return from the swoosh camp over the last few weeks, we can now take a closer look at the full rebirth of NikeACG as NikeLab ACG this Winter.

A true fans-favourite, the ACG department was started over 30 years ago with the focus on providing the wearer with protection and performance in all conditions. Despite the name being featured on a series of footwear releases of late, Nike ACG has been obsolete for years up until now. This Winter, ACG has returned to present a selection of apparel, footwear and accessories that combine style and function, drawing inspiration from sportswear design and the modern athlete.

Innovation is at the heart at everything Nike do, and their latest ACG release is a solid representation of that. Linking up with Berlin-based designer and Acronym co-founder, Errolson Hugh, the collection utilises his knowledge in design to hone in on construction, fit and the functionality required for everyday life.

From outerwear pieces in the 2 in1 Jacket down to the travel essentials in the Responder backpack, each item from the release considers mobility and durability, working with pioneering materials including the Dri-Fit Wool and Tech Fleece. The collection arrives in a dark colour palette, predominantly black, applying reflective logos for an easy transition between subtlety and visibility.

Also key to city living is appropriate footwear. First surfacing back in 2013, the Nike ACG LunarTerra Arktos gets a weatherised rework as part of the collection, drawing design elements from Nike’s recently released sneakerboot range. The upper is constructed from a water-repellant mesh and leather vamp to keep your feet dry, while the sticky outsole is made for maximum traction and stability. The shoe also features Nike’s Flywire technology for flexibilty, waterproof laces and thermal lining for warmth. The ACG Flyknit Trainer Chukka SFB also features with its adaptive fit and superior cushioning system. The shoe uses Defender Repellent Systems™ spray for water resistance and includes a perforated sock liner for warmth and comfort, as well as breathability.

While taking a slightly different approach to the traditional outdoor explorer, the latest wave of ACG has developed into the modern day, but still holds the values that the are close to the brand. The result is a premium collection that embodies everything Nike and continues to evolve their forward thinking approach, while looking back at their rich heritage.

The NikeLab ACG collection will be available at nike.com from the 18th of December.

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Limiteditions x ASICS ‘Surredalist’ Gel Lyte V

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Using the famous “La persistencia de la memoria” (The persistence of memory) painting by Salvador Dali as inspiration, Barcelona’s LimitEDitions team with ASICS to present their iteration of the popular Gel Lyte V silhouette.

Entitled ‘SurrEDalist’, the collaboration celebrates the stores 10th yeah anniversary, which just so happens to fall on the 25th anniversary of fellow Catalan Dali’s death. The Gel Lyte V provides the canvas, as the colours from the original paintings iconic skyline are transferred to the shoes exterior, with added touches in the embroidered fly detailing giving a nod to Dali’s use of insects throughout his work.

The shoes brown upper arrives in a mix of soft suede leather, premium nubuck and textured velour panelling, sitting on top of a speckled bright white midsole. Hints of blue feature on the sole and in the branding, while pops of orange are found on the heel and sock liner that is constructed from a goat leather paying homage to 2015 – the year of the goat.

It’s another great collaboration from the Barcelona based store who have put a lot of time into the construction, from the use of considered materials to the tasteful references of the original painting.

The LimitEdition x ASICS ‘SurrEDalist’ Gel Lyte V will be dropping on the 13th of December at the LimitEDitions store and will be available in the UK from the 20th of December at selected retailers.

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size? Winter 2014 Lookbook

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Size? present this showery lookbook for Winter 2014, highlighting the unity between form and functionality amongst their key styles.

The footwear/streetwear giants have played a huge role in shaping the UK streetwear scene since 2000 and have more recently been contributing towards streetwear patterns worldwide, as the brand continues to build its reputation across the globe.

Their Winter visuals showcase a carefully selected assortment of pieces that effortlessly fuse style with performance. Size? draw influence from bygone era’s that have had significant impact on the style of today, stating that ‘good practical product will never go out of fashion’. Globally renowned brands including Stussy, Fjallraven, Nike, Carhartt and Converse feature in a lookbook that focuses on technical outerwear, pullovers and hooded sweaters, as well as headwear and winterised footwear options.

Head over to www.size.co.uk to shop the looks now.

 

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Vans Holiday 2014 Mountain Edition

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Having surfaced back in Fall with a small 6-piece assortment, the Vans Mountain Edition range continues to grow in it’s latest collection for Holiday 2014.

The MTE (Mountain Edition) range arrives with a carefully constructed selection of footwear pieces, with each shoes considered design made to battle the elements from the sole to the tongue. The Holiday collection adds new styles from the Vans California and Vans Surf categories, as well as Winterised reworks and colour treatments of Vans Classics silhouettes in the Era MTE and Sk8-Hi MTE, as well as introducing the Old Skool MTE.

The re-engineered Vans Classic’s arrive in a pig suede, leather and wool get up, decorated in earthy tones including browns, greens, greys and black. Meanwhile the Vans California Collection gets an outdoor ‘hiking boot’ inspired rework, with the Mid Skool MTE CA utilising supple leather and nubuck, with hiking laces and metal eyelets for a robust finish. The Old Skool MTE CA gives another sophisticated rework to a classic low-top silhouette showcasing leather mudguards, waxed canvas panelling and of course the iconic side stripe.

Taking the laid back coastal vibes and mixing them with Vans rich design heritage, the Vans Surf range completes the collection with weather-treated forms of the Aldrich MTE, Fairhaven MTE and Mid Slip MTE. Constructed from a water-repellent suede, the shoes are also lined with fleece for warmth and comfort.

Amongst all of Vans collections and ventures, the Mountain Edition range is a significant edition to the brands vast portfolio. Their ability to apply the amount of tech and innovative materials involved, further solidifies the brands place at the top of the action sport footwear game. From new sole units for maximum grip to liquid repellent scotch guard applied to advance designs, the shoes make for the complete winter shoe while maintaining their iconic aesthetics.

The Vans Mountain Edition range is available now at www.vans.eu and select retailers.