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Quiet Life Holiday 2014 “Atwater” Collection

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LA based streetwear imprint The Quiet Life offer up some stripped back visuals to showcase their latest quick-strike release ready for the Holiday season.

Aligning themes from previous seasonal releases, the Holiday offering continues to apply the brands signature style to a range of street ready basics, as well as some stand out cut and sew pieces. Engaging graphics, all over prints and tie dye treatments can be found on t-shirts, hoodies, headwear and socks. The brands cut and sew department sees two new button down shirts and a hockey jersey added to the collection, with stand out Winter favourites in the Canvas and Garage jacket added to fight off the cold.

One aspect of the Quiet Life’s collections we really enjoy are the mini capsule collections that sit alongside the main line. This release includes a series of photo prints from Camera Club contributor Amanda Marsalis and the ‘Cryptic’ pack by Cody Hudson. These collaborative capsules allow Quiet Life to avoid the mundane and are allowing them to continue to develop their designs and switch it up from time to time. It also gives them a chance to engage with their audience and gets lovers of the brand involved with the collections, as two graphics from the recent ‘Drawing Contest’ are applied to tees.

Enjoy the ‘Atwater’ lookbook shot by Dan Monick and head over to thequietlife.com for more information or to purchase. You can also pick up your favourite pieces at Urban Industry and The Chimp Store.

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Penfield x Saucony Originals “60/40″ Pack

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Rounding off a great year for both brands, Boston based heavyweights Penfield and Saucony join forces to present the seasonal “60/40″ pack.

With each brand sharing a similar backstory, it was only a matter of time before this collaboration came about. The release utilizes Penfield’s expertise in robust outerwear design and Saucony’s heritage in authentic running footwear, combining both brands aesthetic to produce a shoe that is ready to tackle the rigours of both the street and trail.

The classic Shadow Original, with its simplistic design and performance features, provided the base for the collaboration and despite not overworking the silhouette, there have definitely been some considerable technical upgrades for the season.

The name “60/40″ comes from Penfield’s iconic Teflon coated 60/40 Cotton-Nylon material that has been used by the brand since it started back in 1975. The water-repellent fabric is applied to the shoes upper, while suede overlays give a durable finish. The latest iteration of the Shadow Original features a padded collar and tongue for a comfortable fit and protection for the foot, while the polyurethane midsole gives support and durability, working with Saucony’s heel cushioning system for added comfort upon impact.

Hiking references can be found throughout the design, with a hiking boot lace loop, rope style laces and mesh netting on the heel. Each shoe features dual branding on the insole and Penfields classic logo stitched to the tongue. The pack was designed to align with the aesthetic of Penfield’s current offerings, applying earthy tones such as tan, olive and a deep obsidian to the uppers, sitting on top of a pure white midsole and black outsole.

The Penfield X Saucony  “60/40″ Pack is now available in stores across the country and will be available to purchase online at the following stores from Tuesday the 2nd of December;

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Rebel8 Winter 2014 Lookbook

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Rebel8 continue to apply their rebellious styles to a range of street ready pieces as they present their Winter collection for 2014.

The Californian brand takes a focus on layering for the colder seasons, with an array of bold graphic tees, sweaters and hoodies featuring the animated styles from the brands founders – Joshy D and Mike Giant. The street ready staples are complimented by a solid selection of cut and sew pieces from button-up shackets with patch detailing to a matching patterned shirt and trouser combo. It’s clear that Rebel8 have put a lot of energy into their outerwear selection for the season, made up of perfectly executed puffer jackets and lined parka styles, that take a minimal approach to branding and instead let their construction do the talking.

The Rebel8 Winter 2014 collection will be available at UK stores including Urban Industry from the 1st of December.

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Belief Wall/Winter 2014 Lookbook

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New York skate boutique Belief have released a stunning set of visuals to showcase their latest in-house apparel release for Fall/Winter 2014.

Belief’s values lie in community, and focus on promoting a positive and productive lifestyle. Influenced by New York and the hustle and bustle of city living, Belief deliver a solid range of skate and street ready pieces drawing inspiration from a selection of themes, from prehistoric to intergalactic, as well as the cities ‘Ever Upward’ slogan.

The latest collection is comprised of graphic t-shirts and long sleeved tees, hoodies and sweaters, as well as a healthy range of headwear and a concise outwear selection. Our favourite pieces include the Exploration Windbreaker and Prehistoric 6-Panel.

The range is displayed through this sharp set of images shot exploring the city of New York by the talented Humza Deas, capturing both the collection and the awesome city landscape along the way.

For more information on the release or to purchase, head over to beliefnyc.com. The collection is also available at flatspot.com.

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Benny Gold Holiday 2014 Lookbook

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San Francisco-based Benny Gold continue to deliver iconic graphic tees as well as expanding their ever improving cut and sew selection, in their Holiday 2014 collection.

Benny Gold’s expressive t-shirts have become the brands signature piece, applying bold designs and light-hearted tag lines, the graphic tee has been there from the start and will continue to be a huge part of the brands identity.

This seasons release is again heavily dominated by graphic tees, but Benny Gold continue to explore new possibilities within design as they grow and improve their cut and sew offerings. Premium feel button-downs, fishtail parkers and down vests amongst other items maintain the brands core aesthetic while adding another dimension to their collections. Signature touches that we have come to expect from Benny Gold such as embroidered branding and bold patterns can be found throughout.

The Benny Gold Holiday 2014 collection will be available at UK stockists soon. Check back for links!

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Patta x Carhartt WIP “Wild at Hartt” Lookbook

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The Patta design team put their own unique twist to a range of classic Carhartt WIP shapes in the ‘Wild At Hartt’ collaborative collection.

Celebrating the Amsterdam boutiques 10th year anniversary, Patta are teaming up with a selection of brands from across the globe that are close to their heart, including this effort with the American workwear specialists.

The concise collection features some iconic Carhartt pieces including the Classic Vest, Chore coat, hooded sweater and the ever popular Watch beanie, as well as some less familiar, but equally iconic silhouettes in the Double Knee pant. Pulling out all the stops, traditional fabrics such as the original Dearborn canvas, that has been used by Carhartt for over 125 years, as well as Hangford rigid denim have been used for a premium, robust feel. Alongside subtle dual branded patches, the ‘Wild at Hartt’ graphics have been applied as back prints to the hooded sweater and vest giving the workwear pieces a streetwear twist.

Patta is one of the most sought after brands of the moment and is renowned worldwide as one of the top sneaker stores. Its great to see how they continue to develop their in-house apparel range, moving into new territory and introducing new styles and designs. Carhartt’s rich heritage aligns with Patta’s dedication to producing quality apparel, and with considered fits, materials and cuts, the result is a solid collection of street ready pieces.

The Patta x Carhartt WIP collaborative collection will be available at selected Carhartt WIP stores and Patta from the 4th of December. To celebrate the release, Goodhood will throwing an in-store launch event, followed by an after party courtesy of TAX-FREE.

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The Hundreds x Death Row Records Capsule Collection

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The Hundreds have announced an exciting new capsule collection with legendary West-Coast hip-hop record label Death Row.

Accountable for kick-starting the careers of some of the biggest names in hip-hop, including the likes Snoop Dogg, Tupac and Dr.Dre to name but a few, Death Row’s legacy lives on today. Following a spate of 90′s releases of late, The Hundreds top it off with this great capsule paying homage to one of the most exciting movements of the era.

The limited release celebrates The Hundreds love for the pioneering label, consisting of long and short sleeved tees, hooded sweaters and coach jackets, featuring heavy graphic prints that bear the iconic logos of both brands.

Bobby Hundreds shared his excitement on the capsule;

“The Hundreds X Death Row is honestly like a dream for me. I grew up listening to ‘The Chronic,’ ‘Doggystyle,’ and ‘All Eyez on Me,’ so when the opportunity presented itself, there was no way we weren’t doing this project. Though simple, this collaboration is an obvious homage to what defined my youth, and the music that inspired me to pursure street culture. What you’re getting is an unfiltered look at true O.G.s who shaped West Coast culture as we know it, teamed with a brand dedicated to telling that story.”

The Hundreds x Death Row Capsule Collection will be exclusively available at the following stores shortly;

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The Chimp Store