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Stussy x Patta AW15 Collection

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Streetwear institution Stussy comes together with Amsterdam mainstay Patta this season for the pairs first fully fledged collection.

Both brands share similar values and a similar approach, though Stussy's heritage and geographical location means that it may of had a larger impact on the global streetwear scene over the years, Patta's role in todays modern movement can't be overlooked, and both can be credited with having a hand in shaping the industry as we know it. Their interests in music, art and classic sportswear, as well as their shared spirit of independence has allowed the relationship to grow strong over the years, leading to a few collaborative capsule collections along the way. As Stussy continue to celebrate 35 years of prominence in streetwear and Patta continue to build on their already hugely influential presence on the global market, the timing seemed right for the pair to put their heads together on an expanded collaborative release.

The collection is largely graphic led and keeps things fairly simple throughout, drawing inspiration from 90's sportswear and applying retro colour treatments to their designs. A majority of the collection consists of bold dual branded staples such as tees, long sleeves and sweaters, but you will also find more considered fleece sweaters and functional outerwear, again referencing 90's athletic themes. Something that both Patta and Stussy do well in their main line collections and collaborative ventures is doing the simple things well, and whenever they do look to expand in to more experimental pieces, each piece has reason behind it. Rounding off the collection is a selection of knitwear, a tracksuit and also some patch work denim, inspired by past era trends in the Netherlands that Patta has always stayed true to and contributed to it's recent resurgence through ventures such as this.

It's great to see both brands give the fans what they want, not over complicating things and putting together a well rounded collection. The Stussy x Patta Autumn/Winter release will be available to purchase at Stussy's New York location and Patta's Amsterdam store on December the 12th, and will be available at Patta retailers, Stussy Chapters and stussy.com from the 18th of December.

 

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BOW3RY x Common Dust ‘BXCD’ Collection

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For two brands with complimenting ideals and aesthetics, as well as being close geographically, it was only a matter of time until they came together to work on something. This season, Australia’s BOW3RY and Common Dust team up on a graphic led collaboration celebrating ‘the weird, the buried and the doomed’.

The BXCD collection consists of ten t-shirt and long sleeve designs, bearing bold collaborative artwork from the two Melbourne based brands, and utilising a varied colour palette. Both brands share interests in skateboarding, hard core DIY zines and classic Giallo slasher movie’s, and this joint effort has further elevated each parties output to produce a really strong collection centred around counter culture and anarchism.

Enjoy the lookbook above and be sure to head over to bow3ry.myshopify.com to shop the collection now

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Stussy x Dover Street Market AW15 Lookbook

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In celebrating 35 years of the brands presence on the global streetwear scene, Stussy once again team up with iconic retailer Dover Street Market on a collaborative capsule collection this season.

Following on from the pairs initial collaborative effort earlier this year, Stussy and DSM come together to celebrate the LA streetwear giant’s rich heritage and dominance in the market since 1980. As one of the most accessible and iconic brands of all time, Stussy has continuously developed it’s line to adhere to various trends and fashions throughout the years, while always staying true to their instantly recognisable aesthetic. The limited capsule will look to classic Stussy pieces to inform the release, consisting of a 6-panel cap’s, a coach jacket, woven long sleeve shirts utilising blocked gingham check in the designs. Custom graphic based t-shirts which include an exclusive “London World Tour” T-shirt designed by Mark Lebon as well as 20 hand-stitched tees by Deanna Fanning round off the collection.

In conjunction with the release, DSM are putting together a Stussy installation in the basement of their London store, which is showcasing various pieces from the brands rich archive of t-shirt designs from previous era’s. The Stussy x DSM ’35th anniversary’ AW15 collection will be available online and at Dover Street Market’s London, Ginza and New York locations from Friday the 2nd of October.

 

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Levi’s X Patta Fall 2015 Collection

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Master collaborators and European sneaker institute Patta team up with Levi’s on a special collaborative collection for Fall 2015 that pays homage to the Amsterdam mainstay’s affinity for 90’s Hip Hop.

Channelling the aesthetic of rap legends including N.W.A and EMPD, the collection looks to traditional silhouettes of the era and applies subtle updates to create a modern take on the classic street uniforms. The collab comprises of three iconic Levi’s styles – the denim Trucker Jacket, 501 Custom & Tapered jeans and Western shirt – as well as distinctive Patta styles such as the Fishtail parka and Coach’s jacket, all of which have been treated with custom black and blue acid washes, with a co-branded two-horse pull back patch on the jackets. To round off the release, both brands have worked on a custom 5-panel cap, available in black and blue colour ways, as well as reworking Patta’s signature bum bag in a premium leather.

The super limited release will be arriving in two deliveries, the first being the black acid wash and the second the indigo colour options. Levi’s x Patta drop one will be available tomorrow (5th of September) on Patta’s web store as well as Hanon and The Hip Store 

 

 

 

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Cote&Ciel x Karma Skateboards – Monsoon ‘Chaos’ Print

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To commemorate Cote&Ciel’s new Monsoon ‘Chaos’ Print backpack collection, the Parisian brand have linked up with British skate company Karma Skateboards to produce a super limited deck series, that also feature the custom print.

The highly functional and lightweight Monsoon backpacks have been designed for urban living, featuring padded shoulder straps for added comfort and a laptop sleeve to help keep your valuables safe. Perhaps the most useful feature is the bags strap adjuster that allows the bag to expand and contract to adapt to your needs, keeping the bag functional yet versatile. The backpacks arrive with the ‘Chaos’ design, in two differen’t colour variations, applied as an all over print. Offered in soft pastel palette with hits of black and grey, and a more darker colour option of a carnelian red and dark onyx green mix, the print uses digital manipulation over paint and pigment, to bring more traditional forms of ‘abstract impressionism’ into modern day.

The stand out design has also been translated onto Karma decks to compliment the pack but also to build further on the idea of urban movement, with skateboarding a key choice of transport for many in major cities. The 10 limited edition decks are made from 100% American maple, grown in managed forests from the Great Lakes in Wisconsin. Each deck is designed and printed right here in the UK to ensure quality in all that Karma produce. You can find out more on Karma Skateboards over at www.karmaskateboards.com

You can shop the Cote&Ciel Monsoon ‘Chaos’ collection over at www.coteetciel.com

 

 

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HUF x Bronze56K Lookbook

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 HUF link up with in-demand New York skate crew Bronze56k on a limited capsule collection this season, made up of co-branded footwear and accessories.

Hot on the heels of Bronze’s hugely popular collab with London skate giants Palace, they now link up with San Fran juggernauts HUF on a small release that references themes from late 90’s and early 2000’s pop culture. Bronze56K have gained a large cult following from their lo-fi videos that have led the way for many other companies who have followed suit since, but Bronze have stood out with their unique aesthetic, paying homage to the dial up internet and cable TV era, that can be seen in edits such as Solo Jazz, Enron, and Trust.

The limited edition collection is made up of co-branded socks and a rework of HUF’s Classic Hi silhouette in a white suede with Bronze’s Microsoft inspired logo on the heel detailing. The lookbook above, shot by Brian Kelley, captures Bronze team riders Richie Rizzo and Josh Wilson shredding low lit city streets of New York City in the Classic Hi’s, wearing promo-only tees and hats bearing a playful rework of the Polo Sport logo with an added Bolt instead of the famous Polo stick.

The HUF x Bronze56K goes on sale tomorrow, the 30th of June, at select retailers including Flatspot. and at Manchester’s Note Shop. 

HUF and Bronze56K also worked on a short edit to commemorate the release, which features team riders Dick Rizzo and Josh Wilson shred the streets of New York in the co-branded Classic Hi’s. Enjoy the full video below shot by Bronze co-founder and videographer Peter Sidlauskas.

 

ALIFE x Raekwon

ALIFE x Raekwon

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Following up on their main line release this season and their high profile collaboration with PUMA earlier this year, ALIFE team up with regular ‘sessions’ collaborator and hip hop legend Raekwon on this limited edition t-shirt.

This isn’t the first time ALIFE have printed a rapper on the front of a tee, having worked with the likes New York rapper Jadakiss in the past. This time around, Wu-Tangs Raekwon adopts a simple ALIFE logo tee and a bunch of roses concealing a pistol, possibly a nod to the Valentine’s Day party he played earlier this year, in the tees photo print that was shot by Harry McNally.

Made in the USA out of 100% cotton, the limited edition ALIFE x Raekwon tee is available to pick up now at The Chimp Store.