New really hot AM90

DARK CINDER!!!I saw this baby yesterday in Copenhagen when I came in to my last store on my shopping route and then unfortunately I was all out of cash so I couldnt cop!!!!But this sneaker is unbelievably hot



Thanx to purchaze and slamxhype for pics!!!

AWESOME!!!!

The Simpsons The Movie x Vans Collection
With the much aniticpated The Simpsons The Movie set to hit theatres in late July, Vans has come together with The Simpsons and an impressive collection of world famous artists to create the Vans The Simpsons The Movie Collection. At this point there is no word on the styles/colorways that are part of the collection, but, the Artist roster has been revealed to include Futura, David Flores, Gary Panter, Todd James, Kaws, Mr. Cartoon, Neckface, Stash, Sam Messer, Taka Hayashi, Geoff McFetridge, and Tony Munoz. The Collection is scheduled to release on the 14th of July. SUPERLIMITED PEOPLE!!!!!!

Thanx to slamxhyp for info and pics!

wine and hot tubs.......my Cali diary

CHEERS!

I am in California!!

so sorry guys if there are not as many posts as usual, I am on vacation in Sandiego. Today i am going up to LA for a show with a collective i am involved with called Assembly line.
If you are in LA please come down, i tis going to be fun, and the art is really good!!

NOT bad For a girl

NBFG is dropping two new tees into the mix - in two colourways each. Check 'em in the store, show them some love...

*** Not Bad For a Girl ***

Strictly for the Supafemale�
www.notbadforagirl.com
Ultrarefined in LDN, England

SAlt n pepa reunion!

you probably recognize his "Divas" scrawl, I got this from perezhilton.com

VH1 announced this week that they are picking up The Salt ‘N’ Pepa Show, a ten-part series premiering later this year.

On “The Salt ‘N Pepa Show,” VH1 will follow the ladies as they attempt to reunite on and off the stage in this funny, often touching reality series. They soon discover however, that achieving this is easier said than done since most of their past issues are still unresolved. Salt is angry about being unappreciated when they were together and Pepa blames Salt for breaking up the group. Their lifestyles are also polar opposites: Salt has indeed found God and is living a quiet life in Long Island with her husband while Pepa is still the party girl and up for anything. Can they overcome their differences long enough to heal their friendship and perform again?

the future has finally arrived

I love these!!!! I want to wear space age clothes all summer long......
available now at ARC

This exhibition will be really nice

I really love the work of Matsuyama, and the curaters at Dream so much put on really nice shows. Also you see your boy Kaws......and the rest, unfortunately I will be out of town and will not beabel to get pics for all you outtatowners.....

LACES SUMMER SALE

sorry guys I am a tiny bit late on this, but there is still time.....

Laces is making room for the newest additions to the store so: Friday, June 21st, 2007-Sunday June
24th, 2007 The Laces Ladies Sneaker Boutique in SoHo is having their
Summer Kick-Off sale all weekend long!
40-70% Off the latest styles for ladies~get in
on this CASH ONLY sale!
Also look out for the PUMA x Alexander McQueen Sneakers (bound to sell out soon!) and
New artwork from TooFly

LACES "The Ladies Sneaker Boutique"
252 MOTT ST, NY NY 10012
212-334-5457
laces-nyc.com

BKC & Kiser summer launch

Heres a little story that must be told!!!!!

Y-3 sample sale

coochifrito, YUM

OBEY x Jonathan LEvine

JONATHAN LeVINE GALLERY presents

E PLURIBUS VENOM

NEW WORKS BY SHEPARD FAIREY
A SOLO EXHIBITION

Main Gallery Opening Reception
Saturday, June 23rd from 5-9 pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, ALL AGES
Exhibition is on view from June 23rd to July 21st
Jonathan LeVine Gallery
529 West 20th Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10011
Phone: (212) 243 3822
www.jonathanlevinegallery.com

Dumbo Installation Space Reception presented by JUXTAPOZ and SWINDLE
Thursday, June 21st from 7-11pm
Installation Space is on view until July 6th
81 Front Street (at the corner of Washington St)
Dumbo (Brooklyn), NY 11201
Music provided by COSMO BAKER, 10 FINGERS, ROAM, SHEPARD FAIREY and
more...
Drinks Provided by DEWARS
RSVP REQUIRED, 21+ and over, for more info please visit
http://www.jonathanlevinegallery.com/shepardfairey/

ST33s are out again!

New Balance's top-o-the-line Super Team 33s are out in their 3rd incarnation: the Fanzine. This version of the comfy 1400 hits 33 stores worldwide today. It was designed by NB's European squad and inspired by the popular DIY fanzines of Europe--where a fan of something would create a zine and print and distribute it to other fans...hmmm, sounds like an older version of a sneaker blog!
Anyways, these bad boys are out in 3 beautiful colors that reflect the most popular colors of fanzines back in the day. Other nice details include sturdy perfs in the toe that refer to the dots of the old typeface, and a multilingual pattern inside the shoe that pays homage to the universality of fanzines. The leather looks great, as does the ST33 logo on the heel and side.
I think these might be my favorites so far...

ISB is back!

Yup, the International Sneaker Battles are returning, and kicking it off in Edison again this Saturday. Don't miss the crazy car show scene, Fat Joe and other celebs, and some very impressive collections and customs (sneakers, I mean). And good news--the first 1000 women in before 2pm get in FREE! (my favorite price)
send us pics if you go...

adidas X UndrCrwn "Believe in 5" Philly event

UndrCrwn logo @ Arsenal (623 N 2nd St Philly, PA)
Group shot of some of the most famous (infamous) athletes, musicians, and personalities of our time.....UndrCrwn style
The adidas X UndrCrwn "Believe in 5" sneakers (left to right) Gilbert Arenas -Washinton Wizards, Tracy McGrady-Houston Rockets, Tim Duncan (sample)-San Antonio Spurs, Kevin Garnett-Minnesota Timberwolves, Chauncey Billups-Detroit Pistons. Tim Duncan's final shoe is all black.
Tee shirt made for this collaboration
UndrCrwn repps the "golden age" of basketball for 70s and 80s babies. Barkley, Magic, Dr. J, Larry Legend, MJ, Zeke, The Dream, Clyde the Glide, et al are well repped in the clothing and inspiration for UndrCrwn.

Can I Kick It Rd 2

Another night spent enjoying sneakers, music, customs, a few adult beverages, and art @ BB King's









Pink Eye Customs got you covered no matter what you rock.....

Run DMC artwork. The dude was sketching live
for later work.








Roxanne Shante and a friend modeling for Dylated.






The FSF mob repping for our customizers left to right (Fetti, Pink Eye crew, Lucinda, and me-Feeway730)

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY!!!!!!

Come out tonight, I am bartending, as usual mention FSF and I will hook you up!!

Stock exchange DC

Stock Exchange - Washington D.C.

What: buy/sell/trade/showcase event

Why: Get people together and break new/vintage/prototype product in a SALES oriented event. Put the discriminating consumer in the same area as the seller/designer/brand/corporation

Featuring: Bill McMullen, the Audio of Doddie Fresh, Jerome Baker, and 2Tone Jones, free beverages from Tiger Beer and Smart Water, and a host of free product from the sponsors. Gift bags are on a first come first serve basis.

Rock N Roll Hotel
1353 H Street NE | Map
Washington DC 20002

Event Date: June 30th (Saturday) | 5 pm - 11 pm

Admission: $5

The Closet

Women Please

dee brown, bdga, reebok, party's on!

what more could you want, Boston? free party, Gerald Green and Dee Brown reppin' the Celtics and Reebok's new Royal Flush series. If you can't read the fine print, Reebok is unleashing this series little by little, every coupla weeks, and the higher the card value on the sneaker, the more exclusive it's gonna be. I just need the Omni Lites, personally......
Party Info: Wednesday June 20th, bodega, 6 clearway st., boston, 6-8pm, all ages, free!
whoever designed this flyer--I love it! ah, memories of that Dee Brown pump then dunk...
Lori

Summer SAturdayzzzzzzzz

KICKS AND PUMPS>>>>>>>

I wish I was in Brazil

But being at Bembe on a Friday is the next best thing, because of the tropical drinks (for cheap), the brazillian beats and live Drums and (warning, shameless plug) the great Bartenders!!!!
Come to the basement, I am the bartender, if you are a dude and they give you a problem at the door, tell them you are my friend........Shanan's friend!!!!!! come boogie

International Sneaker Battle

URB issue release party at Hiro

LONDON BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW

If I lived in London I would be at this,,,DIZZIE, ESG and 2many DJ's,,,,,TOO much fun.

California I am on my way

I am having a show in LA at the end of the month with the collective assembly line artists. check out all the artists on our website, they are alll really really good and If you are in LA come down and say HI!!!

Alot of art!!!

The FAILE show was AWESOME!!!!
There was so musch work, and they gutted an old Glass factory themselves to throw their own show. I had a really hard time picking pictures to show you , this is only a tiny weeny selection of work.

me and my friends and our kicks......


There is also an exhibition at the Canal chapter called "I LIKE TO WATCH" Particularly interesting was this sculpture made entirely of cigarette packets by Harry Druzd and this hair thing by the shoplifter.

Fromt the show at REED space for Dutch artist PARRA.
Check out his other work its pretty genius.

RetroNYM Gallery Opening & Reception

RetroNYM Gallery Opening Reception
142 Sullivan Street (prince & houston street)
Tuesday, June 12th from 8:00
Art, Music, Drinks and FUN!!!
Downtown Manhattan in the SoHo/South Village Art District

FABRIKEN, Swedish hip hop party!!!

Alright alright...I cant say it was a big turn up but I´ll post pics anyway. This is a newly opened club so I hope more people will show in the future. I was piss drunk so thankfully there was only one pic of me!!!!Here you go:

Mackan, the bartender. Free drinks ALLLLLLLL night

DJ Connect from Swedens finest production crew Elite Fleet and danish rapper Two Towers

?????????BIG APE from Elite Fleet. Pissdrunk

Swedens finest....Sneaker_Sandy Ha ha. You dont even see what I´m wearing at the bottom. The most important thing to show off in pics

Dancin......

DJ Create and DJ Devastate spinnin records

More bump&grind

Sneaker maffia, sorry no closeups!!I was too drunk to take good pics

Smirnoff IN THE MIX

http://www.smirnoffinthemix.com/

From the desk of TOOFLY

Mundo Feliz de ACB: Toofly, Queen Andrea, Sek3, Cern, Cekis, and Shiro.

Photos © Toofly 2007

About The 8th Annual BBOY BBQ**PHILLY**
"Our continued and sole purpose is to maintain and celebrate the styles and traditions of our community through HIP HOP culture" - POSE2/BBOY-BBQ Founder

LINKS:
www.bboy-bbq.com
www.myspace.com/bboybbq

NEW ERA LONDON FLAGSHIP STORE

OK so I am a little late for the opening, but I still thought all you London cats would still like to stop by and see the shop in case you haven't already.

by hand Clothing

By hand Clothing is really cool, because you can customize your own shirt!!!
This is what Founder and fellow FSF has to say about it:
By Hand is a clothing lined started up by me, Jenevieve. I began designing clothes about 11 or 12 years ago with needle, thread, and scraps of fabric. About six years ago I began exploring hand cut stencil images applied to clothing with spray paint. After two years of decorating my own denims, bags, and tees By Hand items were being produced for the streets. Living in a Brooklyn loft with other artists, we produced our art onto tees and took it to the streets to sell. That was a beautiful summer. I made some of my most intricate stencils, some taking up to 2 days of non stop drawing and tracing and yes, cutting. We all had blisters from gripping xactos all day. Later that year I began screen printing. Summer 2007 is about 2 years later and this is the product; a custom clothing line with a few friends on the same page involved. By Hand only uses water based inks because of the variety in effects it can create and it's finer quality than the more popular plastisol ink. The finished product will never alter. The ink can feel rough and gritty or as soft as the fine tees we use. I might throw it back with some spray paint and airbrush styles. I'll be 22 this summer with only more and more years ahead of me. I started with crayons and pencils like all kids but I just kept expanding and exploring. From early I worked on canvas or wood in just about every medium you would like to name. I love photography and try to hit up the darkroom when I can. I'm always trying to get up with other painters to do outdoor murals. Like so many nowadays, I love sneakers, i've been collecting since I got my first job at 15. Trying to run a clothing line is hard work but I still try and go skateboarding when i'm not too tired. I've been skating since I was four years old and don't know when i'll ever stop. So that's me, the lady behind By Hand Clothing Co. That's what has influenced and directed the line. We'll just keep doing what we've always done and let the trends catch up.

To find out more, or to begin customizing your own shirt go to www.byhandclothingco.com

Toofly The Natural LOOKBOOK'07

see the entire lookbook here.

Art Direction, Design, & Style: Toofly
Photographer: Lady Eyecon
Hair and Make-Up : Alexandra Casula
Models: Jadeone, MelyC, Sheena Lee

Special Shout out:
Frank 151
Thanks for the caps guys!

©2007 Toofly™

Internship oportunities

wooster collective
After six years of maintaining the Wooster site each day, we've realized that it has become a bit overwhelming for the two of us to maintain by ourselves and so we've decided that we need some help with not only with the site, but on a few special projects that we're working on.

As Sara and I count down the weeks until the baby is born, we're now looking for an Intern or two to help us out. The characteristics and skills we're looking for include:

passion for street art
strong ability to write
good communication and interpersonal skills
highly organized
experienced (or at least interest) in organizing events

We can be flexible in terms of working location and hours, however ideally we'd love someone in the NY metro area so that we can meet face-to-face.

The opportunity for you is to deepen your knowledge of street art, write, meet new people and become part of something special.

If you are interested, please send your resume along with "Intern" in the subject line of the email to woostercollective@gmail.com


Worship Worthy is looking for a
Public Relations and Marketing intern to help organize events.

Good communication skills necessary.
Must be a self-starter and have good follow through.
Must be extremely organized.
Be willing to manage a project from start to finish.
Knowledge of fashion, brands and street/city lifestyle a plus but not necessary.
Must have a desire to learn and build business relationships.
Please have at least a basic knowledge of Excel.
Must live in New York City!

Responsibilies include:
Lots of communication: phone calls & emails.
Booking venues
Booking talent
Communicating with sponsors
Creating a time and action calendar (in Excel)

Might also include some fashion/clothing production involvement
and general office manager responsibilities.

No experience necessary but must be willing to learn!

This is an unpaid internship but lots of perks and a great way to build your Rolodex!
Must be available 2-3 days a week.
Possible school credit.

If interested, please email your resume and days/time available:
info@worshipworthy.com

Turntable Lab needs a few good interns!

- general office work
- 3 day minimum
- unpayed, but a travel stipend will be provided

* this is at the Brooklyn office

email - david /// at /// turntablelab.com with resume

DUNK HIGH "FSF" PREMIUM

hi!
i have ordered my original nike dunk high on NIKEiD web site just now!!!!
all red!! also, inner liner!
i got "FSF" on sides of heels!! yay!!
it will come for 3-6 weeks!! i'll put photos on this blog, when it comes!!

coat of arms opening!!!

FLY GIRLS!!!!!

Hey!!!! another really cool blog, mostly about art and Design that features FEmales in the form of FLY GIRL OF THE WEEK!!!
You can nominate yourself and your friends!
Check out the feature on me!!!!
www.flygirlstypepad.com

Puma's Marcel Wanders launch

Purplecrush Interview

by Mellany Sanchez, Intern, FSF

Just about brushing the magazine covers and headlines, Purplecrush is a duo that’s taking over the underground hip hop and electro scene. With their hit, “2 Many Hypebeasts”, an alternative to the phony tracks filling the radio, this group is only at the start of their game. Consisting of the idealistic couple, Isla, who sings and lays down raps, and Air Jared who creates beats and dj’s, these two are the right to each other’s left sneaker. Their sound and look is that of one never seen or heard before, they’re taking the music business to another level, and it’s best to believe they have their sneakers laced tight!

Who were your early inspirations?

Isla begins, Madonna, definitely! Air Jared says, Jimi Hendrix! They look at each other and smile, Prince!

Do you have any influences style wise? Music wise?

She says, Salt n Pepa. Hmm, he agrees, Retro 90’s, think Bobby Brown!

What’s your earliest memory of loving music?

For Isla it was, about 1982, I remember loving Madonna’s music. I was inspired by her videos, her style, her dances in “Lucky Star” and the “Borderline” video. “Flashdance was my bible!” Jared laughs, the soundtrack to Beatstreet. In Seattle, there wasn’t much access to hip hop music especially, and my mother had gotten me the cd through a school book order form. That was my first!

What made you want to sing? Make music?

Well, my mother’s a cabaret singer. I grew up in musical theatre. When I came to NY I worked and trained as a modern dancer, but I began inclining towards music. Jared boasts, well I’m a guitar player and I have a degree in music. Then I began to make beats and they were produced, and so I’m going further with that.

What do you wear when performing?

“The wonder woman in sneakers look!” Jared butts in to say “The wonder hypebeast look!” They laugh and she explains. “I’m weird, I’m not that girly.” I usually wear shiny leggings, wife beaters, and sneakers. I came into sneakers last year. “I hate heels, sneakers literally saved my life!” Jared wears sneakers, really loud wind breakers or hoodies. I question him and he agrees his signature is his Cazelles.

How is your love for fashion impacted by your love for music?

Isla believes, “It’s all about attitude!” It comes across in the music, and through what you’re wearing. “It’s the whole vibe you create.” Having a style and sound effect.

How was the process of making the album “The Emo Club”?

Just do it! Purplecrush has gone through so many phases and albums. We are constantly making music. Now we’re working on a rap e.p. It’s going to be 10 years of us dating, 6 years performing. Years ago, we helped build this scene. I ask, “So now you’re able to fall back on it?” Yes! You know? White kids can do hip hop too!

Any artists you’re interested in collaborating with?

At some point. Now we’re at the point where spending time on someone else’s track won’t be beneficial for us. But we do remix’ for people, I’ll drop an 8-bar rap verse on a track.

What are your favorite sneakers these days?

Isla says, hmm Reeboks! Also, my black and blue Air Jordan 1’s. They were a steal too, 20 dollars. They’re beat, and that’s why I love them! After giving his sneakers some thought, Air Jared replies, my Emericas; they’re hot pink. Also, The Game’s sneaker, the “Hurricanes”, they don’t get much credit, but they’re actually a really comfortable shoe.

If you could design the perfect sneaker, what would it look like?

Isla screams, Purple! And hightop, with thick laces. I ask, “Run DMC thick?” She says, no a little smaller, with black and white details and they’d say “Purplecrush” on them. Air Jared starts off simple, black and red, lowtops. His “simplicity” continues to- they’d have jewelry on them, and shinyness. And they’d make a noise when you walk! Seems simple has new standards.

Any upcoming projects for Purplecrush?

The rap e.p. We’ll be touring Europe, and now our album is available on iTunes. And… we’re getting married in October! It’ll be a huge concert, not your traditional wedding, but it’s us.

What’s important to you in life?

No matter what, for it to always be Purplecrush. To have an influence, especially through sexuality which I incorporate into our performance. To express yourself with your body, and still respect your identity.To take the focus away from cocaine. To bring the values of the 80’s, to now.

And personal quotes you live by?

He says, “Never underestimate the other guy’s greed” She becomes serious, “Free your mind, and your booty will follow!” All smiles.

WRG mag BBQ! (montreal)

WRG? presents The Roof is on FIRE BBQ . On June 9th at the peak of Grand Prix weekend, WRG? Magazine will host its first BBQ of 2007 summer season. The Roof is on FIRE will be held at a secret rooftop location in downtown Montreal.

Live music courtesy of Canada's top DJ's Team Canada, Psychology, Toddy Flores, Special K, Kelly Nunes and more.

Rooney, the premium retailer in Old Montreal will be celebrating their 1-year anniversary and be introducing the crowd to the Artful Dodger Summer 2007 Collection.

To reserve your self a spot, send us an email to bbq@wrgmag.com with your NAME, EMAIL, and WHAT YOU DO.

LOCATION AND SPECIFICS

What's Really Good? ROOF IS ON FIRE BBQ
Montreal, Canada
Saturday, June 9, 2007
On Top of Tokyo Bar/Nightclub 3709 St.Laurent St.
Downtown Montreal
Doors open at noon 'til 7pm

www.wrgmag.com/bbq

SPONSORS

www.artfuldodgerny.com
www.rooneyshop.com
www.fiestabbq.com
www.meatmarketfood.com

Worship Worthy Subscriber givaways!!!!

Worship Worthy, my other Favorite site (besides FSF) that celebrates females who rock, is pleased to announce the arrival of Summer Subscriber Giveaways!
This is what they have to say:
"As a token of our appreciation to all of our subscribers, we’ve teamed up with some of your favorites- Wowch, Obesity&Speed, and shopgiveandtake.com. During the entire month of June, enter to qualify for your chance to win some great prizes including:
- A Wowch Fun Tote filled with t-shirts, posters, and other goodies courtesy of your friends at WOWCH! www.wowch.com
- An Obesity & Speed gift bag stuffed with everything you need for Practical Magik!… including tees, stickers, posters and pins! www.obesityandspeed.com
- A $275 online gift certificate at ShopGiveandTake.com! www.shopgiveandtake.com
All winners will also receive a Worship Worthy tote bag."


Please go to www.worshipworthy.com for details on how to enter. Also be sure to check out the HAIL MARY list which features interviews with Women in Down town New York like CLAW money, Queen Magesty, Roxy Cottontail, LEah from MOB, DJ Elle, and much more. Also see a taste of what you will be subscribing to on the Daily Bread Blog.....
PRAY HARD LADIES!!!!

Alessi at DG!?!

tea strainer

bottle opener

toilet brush

I think its really funny that Digital Gravel is selling Alessi. I lived in Italy ten years ago, and believe me every grandma and plane old house wife has at least one Alessi houshold Item. I think Every Italian in Italy probably has an Alessi espresso machine, its so funny to me that Alessi is showing up on DG. I mean it is cool stuff, I am just surprised it was not selling to the TOY/streetware market sooner,, since Alessi has been soo main stream in Europe for so long.

Ecko Unltd

Ecko Unltd
WareHouse Sale
Monday - Friday June 4th - June 5th
Mens, Womens & Shoes

*ecko unltd
28 w. 23rd st. 3rd Fl
New York, NY 10010

Premium Plus Magazine

We are the next generation of writers, designers, & photographers, but most importantly, each and every one of us are sneakerheads. Our mission is to provide you with a publication that stays true to the roots of sneaker culture, combining music and sneakers in one magazine. After all, if it wasn’t for hip hop, sneaker culture would have never evolved to what it is today. It’s why we travel hundreds of miles for an exclusive release and camp out for days, to possess what the next person doesn’t, more than a pair of kicks, but respect. So expect features on new exclusive releases, music artists, shoe customizers, and the art in general. Because with sneaker culture, part of it is realizing that some of the most beautiful pieces of art are literally right under your feet.

So go check out Premium Plus Magazine http://www.premiumplusmagazine.com

PARRA,at REED space.

Reed Space is pleased to host the first New York solo exhibition of 31 year old Dutch artist, Parra. You might be familiar with Parra's work from his clothing line, Rockwell. Due to the demand for his silkscreened prints, we will be offering a presale period between now and the opening. Email mrreed@stapledesign.com for more information. Hope to see you there

***TAKE 50% OFF*** your entire purchase at any Reebok or Rockport Concept Store!

Hello! You are invited to attend our June Friends & Family Event taking place Wednesday, June 6th through Sunday, June 10th 2007.
click here for more details.

JUST FOR KIKS now on air !!

movie about sneaker freaks,"JUST FOR KIKS", is now on air at CINE QUINT in shibuya,tokyo!!!
it is from MTV.
DMC,Missy Elliot, etc,,,do this movie.
if you are in tokyo, check it out!

So this is how a swedish hip hop flyer looks like. I stocked up on Rasberry Smirnoff and Rasperry soda and I have my whole outfit planned so I´m all set for tomorrow. I hope all the sneaker freaks in my town show up(there is like 10 of us!!!!)so I can show you all some hot pics. Stay tuned for that and I´m writing a little something something about Sneaker Play so I´ll have that up soon. Stay safe!!!!