Monday, December 31, 2007

Part 2 of the party list

That's all that I got. Enjoy!!!!

NYC(posted before)



Oakland, Califonia

Womens Nike Blazer- Linen White

This Week Nike just Dropped another sneaker for the Ladies Peep some of the pics...




This sneaker has a nice and clean colorway with a touch of a simple pattern For Some reason The colorway reminds me of a dessert lol. If you like what you see they should be available at your local sneaker boutique and soon at any sneaker website. They call also be purchased at Alife Rivington Club.

The Rivington Club
158 Rivington Street
New York, NY 10002
TEL: (212) 375-812

Pics From: www.sneakernews.com

Happy New Year

Hope Everyone Has A Great New Year!!! Here is Part One of the party list!!!
London, England

San Francisco

NYC


Echo Park, California

Toronto, Canada

NYC









I will post more Flyers Later on. Enjoy

Vans Prison Edition



Prison Edition? Inmates aren't allowed to have shoe strings for fear of endangering other inmates. So Vans has made a collection just for he inmates! Lol. I like the collection, now all i have to find is a matching jump suit.


Vans are a unisex shoe so check the chart for your size.
Avaiable at www.zappos.com, along with tons of other styles to choose from.

Friday, December 28, 2007

jordan XXIIIs leaked and matched...

Well, we knew someone would spill the beans, and of course not even the guards at JB could keep someone from feeding the hungry with pics of the upcoming XXIIIs. If you missed all that, here's a peek, thanks to Air Randy on nicekicks.com.


And here's a sneak peek at Tinker Hatfield posing in his new matching sweater!

The material story is that this was hand stitched in Norway with little "T's" from his signature, but rumor has it fakes are all over ebay...

Thursday, December 27, 2007

New Releases for the new year

Hey, I know I'm Kinda early but I had to let everyone know whats new for the new year.


First on the list is Womens Airmax 90 Cocktail. This is just a sample model there is no telling when they drop.


Next on the list:

The new Valentine's Day Sneaker already Finished and guess what its not a dunk, airmax, or air force 1. Its a Court Force!! If you can't wait till V-day They are already sold at ATMOS Tokyo. Here is the link:
http://item.rakuten.co.jp/atmos-tokyo/10003839/







News and Pics from: www.sneakernews.com and www.sneakerfreaker.com

Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Womens Jordan 8s


Did you miss out? Only like online shopping? Check out www.pickyourshoes.com. They currently have sz 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10! Hurry hurry and get them before they are gone.
ATTN ALL SNEAKERHEADS & HIP-HOP HEADS THIS IS A NEW YEAR'S EVE BALL FOR YOU
SNEAKERS ARE REQUIRED AND YOU MOS DEF & GOAPELE WILL BE IN THE HOUSE...
BIG UPS TO ANKH MARKETING FOR THIS EVENT...

IIL P's IIL Party Wednesdays


Hey Y'all, Hope Everyone had a good Holiday Check out what's Happening Tonight

Saturday, December 22, 2007

j shoes co-lab with ciano farmer

J-shoes mostly makes interesting shoes and boots, including some pretty crazy (make-you-go-hmmm) stuff. Here's a beginning to their foray into sneakers, and it's pretty fun. They joined with Ciano Farmer (raw denim) to make a boot-like set of kicks for the stylish among you...




I also like their co-lab boot...You can check the Ciano Farmer website for details, but they start in a men's 8.

Friday, December 21, 2007

saturday in nyc...


In case you're looking to buy some SICK custom kicks from Pinkeye or a limited-edition FSF hoodie, don't miss the dunkxchange tomorrow (Sat the 22nd). For more artistic goodness, get yourself over to the artists & fleas show!



have fun!

Thursday, December 20, 2007

New Release......the Pearlescent airmax 90

Today is the release of the Pearlescent airmax 90 sneaker. This has a more subtle and neutral colorway its a nice change from all bright colors that have been coming out this year






If you like what you see you can by them at Alife Rivington club.
Alife Rivington Club
158 Rivington Street
New York, NY 10002
TEL: (212) 375-8128
Pics and news provided by www.sneakernews.com

Hellz Bellz Presents.....

Wednesday, December 19, 2007

Sneaker Design School, An Occupational Hazard

The day I spent my student loan….
One of the pleasures of research was a store visit that lasted three days, made by chance, to the legendary Sports and Things, as featured way back in Sneaker Freaker.

As I stepped off the bus I was horrified at the sight of CLOSING DOWN SALE, I even broke out into hot sweats like a post-menopausal lady. What met me the other side of the door was a sight for saw eyes. There were piles of trainers on tables, boxes scattered about the place and more rails of discount mis-fit clothing than a charity shop.

I pulled my jaw off the floor and made a move towards the store manager.
The manager, big up your chest sir, claims to have the Holy Grail of basketball trainers- he even had the pictures of them on his phone! Seriously guys, sexism for being a femalesneakerfiend? That’s bull, if anything it’s surprisingly easy to bond over leather, laces and gum soles. I had a personal shopping experience with a guided tour of the 3 HUGE stock rooms.
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I bought more than I could carry, had to go back the next day and ended up repeating the spending mayhem…
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So normally this would be a sign of obsessive sole sickness, but actually I’m one of the few that can genuinely say this many trainers in ownership will help me. Yes that’s right, each purchase was necessary, even on a parallel to finding next months rent.

Admittedly when I arrived on the third day, I was handed the previous purchases and told sternly no more, little did they know they already had most of my student loan for the term.

Not just an expensive shopping trip?
The visit was a quest to talk to the store manager about retail and the trainer market. Store managers have a good overview of what is selling and who’s buying it, as well as dealing with customer feedback. They are, in a way on the front line of retail, and have direct contact with the consumer.
This all counts towards primary research.
As a designer you have to look at what’s already been created, and who is buying it.
You need to be aware, so the product can be improved and offer the customer something new.
It’s also an area to draw inspiration. Past, present and if you’ve got the links, future designs allow you to reflect on the fine balance of a great creation and a mighty monster.

A few golden oldies that I can’t take my eyes off
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I wanna give a Shout out...

Shout out to the Ladies of Black Mamba for sending me these awesome shirts!!!!

My most recent purchase



Last Thursday as I was shopping for Christmas gifts at Queens Center Mall, I decided to go into Pulse and look at some sneakers. And I came across this beauty. I figured hey its time to spice up my sneaker life with a different color and these stood out to me. I asked for some assistance and luckily they carried big kids sizes for this shoe I tried on a 6.5 they fit fine but then I saw the Price Tag $100.00. I said to myself a hundred dollars for some dunks low tops at that I said no thanks I won't be taking these and left. After I left I kept thinking about this sneaker all week and finally I said to myself there has to be a decent price on these so yesterday I took the Q20 bus down to Jamaica Ave. what a good choice I made. I went right down the block to the Coliseum Mall And walked into one of my favorite sneaker spots, called Sneaker King. They had this shoe and in big kid sizes as well and sold it to me for $75.00. Its always good to know that I can count on Jamaica Ave for some kicks. Pics: http://www.sneakerhead.com/

Dimepiece Limited Edition Tee




Dimepiece has come out with a Limited Edition Holiday Exclusive tee. There is only 100 pieces available so cop yours quick.. Sold Only at http://www.dimepiecedesigns.com/

Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Update!!!

Update update read all about it!!

www.Karmaloop.com has received some smaller sizes on The Super Sk8-Hi in Paint Drip Slip, sizes 6 to 9.5 are now available.

Monday, December 17, 2007

My favorite sneaker of 2007

Well, Woody over at our favorite sneaker rag, Sneaker Freaker, asked me to write about my favorite sneaker of 2007 for the end of 2007 ish #11. I had a few I really loved, and many I truly coveted, but I finally narrowed it down to one. I sent in my text, he said he liked it, and the rest is history, on the shelves as we speak! Oops, not really. Turns out that Jesse from Alife also liked his (own) shoe best. So he got to do the piece...why? Cuz he actually designed the brilliant shoe? Cuz he gave Woody some beautiful pairs? Cuz he's cuter than me? Who knows...but here's my piece anyways! And, Jesse, congrats man. It's a great shoe.


Alife, alife, alife. The words play over and over the shoe. If you had told me I’d be loving some sneakers with Alife written all over them, I’da kept my ipod on and kept steppin’. I like Alife, but it just sounds tacky. And fluorescent stripes? Nah, sounds a little too chipper for me.

Well, let me eat my words. These are beautiful! First, the Puma First Round is simply a classic, with its handsome, low slung silhouette. But this Alife model goes way beyond that, topping the charts with a whole new look. The raised glossy letters pile on top of each other, serving as an eye-catching design element rather than the tacky ad that could have resulted from a poor rendition of this bold idea. And keeping with the bold, the puma stripes aren’t just fluorescent, aren’t just patent leather, but are also four different colors. (I love asymmetrical sneakers…)

Personally, I think bright colors got worn out this year, overplayed like a good pop song, in a way that makes you sad cuz you used to like it. But this pair did it right. They didn’t drown the shoe in fluorescent, but kept the design a slick white or black, and then popped it with the stripes and laces. Of course beautiful colors and textures are becoming the soundtrack over at Puma these days. The Bodes, the YO Raps, the Size? States…music to my ears! Ilikeit. I likeit. Ilikeit.

Female sneaker customizing on TV


I just found this on our girl Fetti's new blog:

"Hey! This week I will be a guest on a rising cable show Urban Wall Street discussing my passion for kicks, customizing, being a female in the sneaker game, and how upcoming customizers can do what I do! If you're in NYC it will air Wednesday 12/20 @ 9:30am, and Thursday 12/21 @ 7am for the early birdies on channel 68! Be sure to check it out then, if not, I will post when it will be on uwsp.com once I get the details! Thanks for the love!"

Kicksclusive Magazine Presents.....

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Tuesday, December 18th, 2007
NO COVER ALL NIGHT!
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Free Shots of Coquito, Free dessert, and Giveaways from the following
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Roxy Cottontail Presents...... Rice and peas

G Train Entertainment & Roxy Cottontail Present....
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Featuring...
Max Glazer (Federation Sound)
DJ Gravy
Orijahnal Vibes
Skerrit Bwoy
Kapone & Weed Cologne
& Special Surprise Guests

@ Sway
305 Spring St
btwn Hudson & Greenwich
10pm-4am
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Frank's Chop Shop Turns 1 year old


Frank`s Chop Shop 1 Year Anniversary

Tuesday December 18th
At The Belmont Lounge
117 East 15th (between Irving Pl. & Park Ave. South)
New York, NY
8pm-4am
Must be 21+ to attend

Featuring DJ sets by:
Sal Morale
Vitalie
Sinatra
Synapse

Complimentary Dewars from 8pm-10pm

Wild & KrazyKidz X Fatlace Holiday Party!!


CLICK FOR FULL FLYER!!!!!!

That’s right Y’all, it’s going down this Friday, December 21st at Club 6. The Wild & KrazyKids and Fatlace presents.. “HOW THE KIDZ STOLE CHRISTMAS! - A HOLIDAY MASSIVE. Rockin’ 3 Rooms of Merry Merry Mayhem!

Come party with both crews with beats provided by DJ ShortKut, VinSol, Jah Yzer, SwiftRock, Myke1, Jayvi Velasco along with the RI$KY BIZNE$$ DJs.. ANT-ONE | $IR TIPP | EDDIE RA$KEL | RUBY RED-I and special performances by: J-BILLION, JERN-EYE, DEUCE ECLIPSE.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21ST
AT THE LEGENDARY
CLUB 6
60 6th St. SFC | 21+ | 10p - 2a


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FREE stocking stuffers & drink specials for the naughty & the nice!

Friday, December 14, 2007

Worhip Worthy hooks you up for last minute shopping


Here's a great idea: get 17 fabulous independent brands under one roof, so we can find fabulous gifts and no one will know we did all our shopping last minute! Plus free beer, and you can get in for free if you bring an unopened gift for Toys for Tots. cooool. All thanks to the ladies at worshipworthy.

another goliath sale this weekend!


Hmmmm, guess who's gonna be in NYC this weekend? Rosemary, you better save me something!

dunkxchange in NYC December 22nd

FSF is gonna be in the house selling tees and hoodies, Pinkeye will be there with customs, the Sneaker Room always has small sizes....It's not too late to do holiday shopping!! (Okay, a little late for Hanukkah, but you're good for Christmas, 3 Kings Day, Kwanzaa...)

Jason Markk x Staple Design Sneaker Cleaning Travel Kit

My mom keeps asking me what I want for Christmas, and now I know! Check out this fun travel pack of the world's best sneaker cleaner... Wow, horsehair brush, 2 oz. of JMkk cleaner (carry-on friendly), foldable toothbrush, microfibre towel and logo socks. This is living!





It's available at Reed Space as well as jasonmarkk.com. It retails @ $65, but you better hurry! Order now and you could have it in your bags to spruce up your kicks over the holidays...

The Women's Cesario by Creative Recreation

Creative Recreation will not be outdone when is comes to the "hightop showdown." Creative Recreation has released The Cesario for women in three premium colors.All three styles can be found on www.Zappos.com and www.karmaloop.com. Try Zappos first they have free shipping!!



Adidas-The Metro Attitude De Lux



Its hightop season is Adidas is keeping up. The colors are normal which is mildly refreshing. Siren Red, Turquoise, and light Aqua.They also have some gear to go along with them. The shoes can be found at www.karmaloop.com for $116. They currently have sizes 5 to 10.

Philly Philly!!!


December 15th 2007 the Dunkxchange will bein Philly!!520 N Columbus Boulevard to be exact. The party while be from 1 to 6. Admission is 10 bucks!

Nike Stiletto Pack Premium Edition

Nike has been doing it up for the ladies this year. But this pack could have been better. Their latest edition is the Stiletto Pack. Inspired by women's evening shoe, this pack will consist of leopard and a patent leather print Check out the pics....

Nike Vandal
Nike Dunk

Air Max 95 Zen
They are alreadyreleased in Japan. They will be released in the states on Dec 15. Pics from http://www.sneakerfiles.com/


Nike 6.0 Air Mogan Premium Womens


Another stlye for the ladies. On the fence about these kicks. The colors look good together but the fur??? Eyes of the beholder. They can be found at your local Journeys.

Thursday, December 13, 2007

Mass Appeal Presents.... Holiday Beat Down


Redbull & Mass Appeal Magazine Present...Holiday Beat DownSaturday, December 15, 2007 7pm-11pm Featuring and installation and new works from...jeremyville Music by Expansion Team Toy Raffle & Giveaways!!! The Showroom NYC117 Second Ave. 2nd FloorEast Village, NYC

Another party brought 2 you by FSF and friends



DATE: 12/14/07
LOCATION: Moomia 157 Lafayette St (soho)
TIME: 10p-4a
HOSTS: YoursTruly, FSF, Boundless NY, and King Stampede
MUSIC BY: MSG, DBow & Lou Cass, DJ Reality
AGE: 21+ (sorry kiddies)

Wednesday, December 12, 2007

The Clones Present.....

Thanx Fee for sending me this flyer. To all The European Female Sneaker fiends here is something for you.....
JB classics, Aimecube, Clark magazine, Shoes up, The Clones et Paris Cosy vous présentent:
LA RELEASE PARTY AIMECUBE/JB CLASSICSCE SAMEDI 15 DECEMBRE 2007 @ BUS PALLADIUM, PARISHosted by Miss Odd Kidd et Mdot!
JUST BE THERE !
BUS PALLADIUM6 rue Pierre Fontaine Paris 9èmeEntrée : 10/12 euros

10 Deep X Fool's Gold Party Tonight!!!!


10.DEEP X FOOL’S GOLD HOLIDAY SWEAT-OUT!
Wednesday, December 12th Element225 E Houston StNew York, NY 10002
Music by A-Trak, Pase Rock and Nick CatchdubsWith special guest Kid CudiHosted by Kid Sister
21 + / No Cover / Open Bar 10-11pm / Gift Bags!
Arrive early to ensure entrance.

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

NB "Factory Plaid" Collection

The other day a casual sneakerhead said she heard that New Balance had been bought out and that they no longer make shoes here in the US. I had to tell her SHE HEARD WRONG! And right in time, here are some kicks to prove it: these limited edition releases pay homage to the 3 New England factories making NB kicks--Skowhegan, Maine, Norridgewock, Maine and Lawrence, Massachusetts. (They were made in Skowhegan.)
I can say as a New Englander that the choice of plaid (by designer Andrew Nyssen), is a fun way to tip your hat to all us Nor'easterners who rock our lined plaid jackets and act like it's not cold out! Of course, most of the old skoolers who wore plaid before it came back as trendy are still rocking their old white and navy NBs... but for the rest of us, here goes:





I love the plaid visible through the sole. They're retailing at $150, and the smallest size is a men's 7 (woohoo!)

Supra's Muska Skytops

I love hightops, and these days it's not just bball hightops that can turn my head. Check these fashion/skating "Skytops" out... (in order of my preference =)





If these are your kicks-of-choice for your holiday-of-choice, you can find them online at karmaloop.com. You can also check out more Supra styles over at our friends' at Sneaker Freaker...

Jordan 8s "The Playoffs"



While there are some special releases for just the ladies on December 22, "The Playoffs" are making a comeback too. Jordan Retro 8s are also known as "The Playoffs." These Jordans will sell out super quickly. Not only because they are super sweet but also because they are selling in a full size run. So all my ladies get there before all the little foot men!!


Retro Jordan 8s



New Jordans for the ladies!! Jordan is FINALLY releasing some Retro 8s in women’s sizes. While they aren’t the best idea in my opinion, we must start somewhere. The 8s will retail for about $110 and can be found at your local Lady Foot Locker on December 22. The leather features a dark cinder, and the bottom is a light pink. Champagne Pink to be exact.

If you missed out....
















Hey if you missed out on getting the Claw Money Blazers and Vandals that came out earlier in the fall, they can be purchased at http://www.sneakerhead.com/ but hurry soon cause your size can be sold out quick!!! and check out sneakerhead for new sneaker releases at decent prices

Monday, December 10, 2007

Roxy Cottontail presents........

- Tuesday December 11th -RE:UP Magazine and Oxy Cottontail present...Suji's Basement is Moving Out!Featuring...SujinhoStretch ArmstrongMarc-Alan Gray& Blu Jemz@ APT419 W. 13th St.10pm-4amFREE w/ RSVP: http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=1977308&s=70654721

Sneaker Design School, The Hand-In

This week compiled of a 36-hour adrenaline crazed design marathon. After battling sleep and forgetting to eat, there were a few hurdles in the form of people and transport on the way to hand-in. A last minute sprint up several flights of stairs to the registry office saw me slam it down in the final minute If I’m honest this is the closest I’ve ever got to missing the deadline, ‘never again’ mmm de-ja-vu.

This term consisted of a giant sketchbook, mood-boards, consumer boards and a 3500-word essay on the concept development. This outlines the general footwear market, the trainer market, consumer habits, needs, and concerns. It’s something that you are supposed to be working on throughout the term. Planning for this is essential, there are a lot of area’s to cover, and the work count is rapidly reached. ‘a picture can say a thousand words’ is a comment regularly made by tutor’s, so the finished report has charts, tables, and images.
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Presentation and organisation is key for all work, which is hard if you’re known as ‘eclectic’ or messy.

The concept development is there to sell the idea, and show you have found a gap in the market.
There are market research web sites, like Mintel and Verdict, that you have to find secondary research about consumers, lifestyle, shopping habits and predictions for the markets future. It is the written version of your sales pitch, if you’re not there to explain can your work speak for itself?

Sounds long, but this helps to organise your ideas, and give direction to the project.
It’ so easy to get carried away with research, the overspill of my research litters my bedroom floor,
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^some of what I couldn’t fit in my sketchbook.

Once you’ve given all you’ve got, you have a brief recovery to get your sugar levels back up, and then the next day you’re told about the Strategy Report to be handed-in in January.
It’s on a realistic time-scale, there are no holidays in Industry. It lives at a fast paced and it’s raw.

All the work paid off, and I attained a first.

Work hard, party hard!
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Sunday, December 9, 2007

Converse Sneaker Art Battle

Right side of the Converse Sneaker Art Battle customs. Work was done on a blank canvas Chuck Taylor Hi.
Left side of Converse Sneaker Art battle. Some of the work done in 4 1/2 hours is nuts!
Dirty Souf aka Christine's customs. Yeah she's a FSF too and yes she has pics so don't crib her idea.
Fee's opinion and 2nd attempt at customizing. Disclaimer**I quit art in the 3rd grade**
Pink Eye aka E, Autumn the hardest working female in PR & a fellow social revolutionary, and me-Feeway730 asking that age old question, " Did you catch it yet?"

Saturday, December 8, 2007

Ryo the Skywalker-pack

Nike teams up with japanese artist Ryo the Skywalker for this limited Quickstrike release.
Here's the low cut Court Force "Sky" version:


Here's the high Court Force "Earth" version:



I´m starting to like the Earth one more an more....so I might have to pick them up!

Friday, December 7, 2007

Freshjive X Karmaloop Holiday Giveaway


Make sure you enter!!! http://www.karmaloop.com

Frank 151 Online Store

Christmas is just around the corner and you still don't have a clue on what your getting people for the Holidays Check out Frank151 Online Store!! He sells Fitted Hats and tees So if you getting something for you boyfriend, cousin, friend or something for yourself cop a hat!!! That's something everyone needs for the winter



Here is his link: http://www.frank151.com/store

Thursday, December 6, 2007

Super Sk8-Hi in Paint Drip Slip By Vans

I would like to say hello to everyone and enjoy reading my first blog!!


Today i stumbled upon some Vans. Really stylish and versatile. They are called The Super Sk8-Hi in Paint Drip Slip. Right now i am in contact with Vans to locate more place to purchase and additions sizing. As soon as i have more information so will you! Sizes 9, 9.5 and 10 can be purchase from www.karmaloop.com

Sneaker Design School, An Introduction

I got to ‘sneaker design school’ because of my love for retro style trainers. My trainer love started with a pair of blue and yellow Nike LVD’s when I was 14. After that there was no stopping the compulsion.
I had to study for two years at college before I could apply for a footwear design course at Cordwainers, London College of Fashion. I am currently the only one on my course specifically gearing their project to Sneakers.

Designing, where do you start?
A fat ass sketch book that documents EVERYTHING you have seen, found, like, don’t like and anything that may cause a spark of inspiration.
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The first two years consisted of several different projects, each lasting one term. The final year project isn’t for the faint hearted, it lasts for 9 months, so you have to eat, sleep and sh*t your chosen area of the market. The end product (sneaker) has to be fully justified in the current footwear market. 99% preparation is needed for a well executed project.

Mine starts with many adventures all over London and primarily the launch party of the 10th issue of Sneaker Freaker. If it wasn’t for that and the free goody bag(s) I got then my project may have taken a different direction. There were loads of leads in the magazine, including this site.

The focus for this project is going to be on trainers for girls. It’s clear from research that there are a lot of girls with fresh kicks that aren’t being valued in the Sneaker Market. It’s also easier to spend 9 months on something you love, than something that vaguely entertains you.

The last few weeks have been spent with my head down looking for cool kicks to photograph, interviewing as many fiends as I can find, as many store managers that will spare some time and tracking down designers already working for sports companies to get inside info.
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^A few pages of fiends from my sketchbook.
This part, talking to everyone, especially consumers is very important. The end sneaker needs to be viable for the market place.
At this stage you end up with a mad amount of cut outs from books, magazines and photos. You have to look at what’s going on in the design industry, including what competitors are doing, new technology and materials. There is a lot of cutting and sticking at this point of the project, you have to get your step on before papers get lost/misplaced.

Not all of the design process is hanging out, trainer spotting. All research has to be taken to tutorials, where I pitch my idea to my tutor and show all my sketchbook work. And my tutor is hard-core. She’s ready to play devils advocate at every corner. It’s a good insight in to Industry. Turns out you can’t just do what you feel, it’s got to be justified and who ever you’re pitching to is always ready to pick holes in it.

Then there’s shopping, shopping is- research! I have visited every sneaker hot-spot in London, looking at product range, sizing, brands etc. Of course this leads to purchase’s. This is one of the better things about being a trainer designer, no one can cuss you for your purchases, or amount of purchases, if anything you turn in to a personal shopper for family and friends. Basically it becomes ok to have your own mini-museum.

FSF HOODIES NOW AVAILABLE!

Wednesday, December 5, 2007

holiday sales, Goliath and more...

hey folks,
if you know some good sneaker sales around your way, send us the word! (unless you're keeping secrets)
Here's one good one not to miss...

Tuesday, December 4, 2007

New Streetwear: Lavie NY

First I wanna Thank Lori for the shout out much appreciated!! and Second I would also like to welcome and say hey to the new females on the blog.

I got a friends request today from another up and coming streetwear brand called Lavie NY. These guys cater to both male and female so therefore no one can feel left out when trying to look fly!! I'm really feelin their cut and sewn pieces. Check out some of their Holiday collection!!






If you like what you see check out their website www.Lavieny.com and their myspace www.myspace.com/lavie_clothing_com

new bloggers on FSF!

Hi all,
I wanted to introduce some new faces on the FSF blog. First a belated welcome to $a-money$, who is holding it down for the nyc sneaker and event scene. She first caught our eye when she hauled it over to Brooklyn, solo, for our 2nd birthday party. Since then she's been reppin' us at parties all over New York, as well as taking the time to tell us about them on the blog. She's helping to fill the big shoes of our blog founder, Shanan, who is busy getting famous as an artist and designer in the real world!
Next up is Louise, aka "sneaker design school gal". She's got a special role with us, since she's in design school specializing in designing kicks, or "trainers" as they say over in London. She'll be treating the blog as her journal, sharing with all of us what it takes to design trainers.
Finally we have a new sneaker specialist, Roc, who'll be getting on board to make sure we have the latest updates on the hottest sneaks coming your way. She's also snooping around to keep the word out about what sizes they're coming out in, so you don't have to sleep outside in the cold for a pair and then get told they only go down to a size big enough for both your feet together!
I'm really excited to have all 3 on board. We're aiming to diversify our content, and still striving to keep up to the vision that Shanan started with this blog. Let us know how we're doing!

Monday, December 3, 2007

Married to the MOB X Kangol



Married to the MOB is one of the few female streetwear Brands to do collabs. Their Latest collab is with most famous brand Kangol. These Beanies Run for $158.70 and they are 100% cashmere There are sold at http://wesoldout.com/

NikeTown NY holiday party 07

The FREE eats! Grilled chicken skewers, chicken and beef patties, shrimp rolls, mushroom puffs, and the Nike signature drink pom juice w/ vodka.
A quick shoe circle. Fee's rocking the HufMax 90s and no that's not a girl in the Year of the Pig dunks either.
Nike's been reading my mail lately? Fee's been saying, "Let Fee and the rest of the LADIES play" for years.
Nike "Athlete" tee. When you buy 1 Nike makes a donation to women's sports. Got a few of these to cop for my fave female athletes in my life.


Sunday, December 2, 2007

LAZY SUNDAZE AT VAULT HARLEM NYC

Vault, Uptowns premiere sneaker boutique is Harlem's Sunday cool out spot for folks to come and see different art shows, meet designers, shop, find exclusives and polly. Each and every Sunday, from 2-6pm. Dj NessDigi provides the soundz and for all you thirsty kats, beverages are provided.

Ill be in the building...Hope to See You There!