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Red Bulletin: Mark Ong "Shoes: The Daddy"

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Sep 18, 2011, 1:01 pm
Red Bulletin’s latest issue features an exclusive interview with famed sneaker customizer Mark Ong (SBTG). The exclusive feature encompasses an in depth profile of SBTG, who from the depths of his Singapore studio creates outstanding customized shoes for the likes of countless collectors all over ...
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Cheap Monday UK Launch Party

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Sep 11, 2011, 1:13 pm
Cheap Monday, in association with Selfridges, has gathered many people to celebrate with them the launch of its first UK store at The Biscuit Building in London. The venue, which was transformed into a Cheap Monday environment, had a good decoration of raw and basic materials which includes broken p...
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Denim Demon x KERO Beak Boots

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Sep 11, 2011, 12:14 pm
Working together for this collaborative beak boot is Denim Demon along with legendary Swedish tannery KERO. Crafted in Sweden’s Lapland, the boot features naturally tanned hide upper with white lacing and red/blue/green decorative stitching, while a contrast Vibram sole sums up the bottom details....
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[Vimeo Corner] The Making of Buckler's Spring/Summer 2012 Part 1

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 30, 2011, 11:17 pm
Here’s another short from Buckler featuring the scenes of the label’s lookbook shoot. As described by Andrew Buckler himself, the latest collection is influenced by New York’s industrial revolution era where he got inspired by the city’s enormous buildings and modern infrastructures. While y...
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[Vimeo Corner] Buckler Spring/Summer 2012 Short Film by Patrick Andersson

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 30, 2011, 10:33 pm
Let’s delve into Andrew Buckler’s latest film as he showcases his latest offerings for Spring/Summer 2012. Working alongside director Patrick Andersson, this film presents a quirky cinematography that follows employees from a factory playing “backgammon” outside the brick-surrounded alleys o...
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F*ck Yeah Music: Housse de Racket - Roman

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 23, 2011, 1:55 pm

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Crocs Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 23, 2011, 1:16 pm
Crocs sets a new direction as they present new designs for the forthcoming Fall/Winter 2011 season. The new collection presents interesting alternatives for sneaker enthusiasts that are in the form of worker style boots and deck-shoe inspired footwear. Despite going through to an attention to detail...
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Veja x FrenchTrotters Footwear Collection

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 23, 2011, 12:59 pm
Veja releases their much awaited collaborative sneaker collection that’s produced alongside FrenchTrotters. Seen first early this year through an exclusive preview at FrenchTrotters’ Parisian stores, the expanded set of sneakers are now being released globally. The new models are made from Veja...
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Canterbury Autumn/Winter 2011 Lookbook

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 23, 2011, 12:11 pm
Canterbury is undeniably one of New Zealand’s greatest exports to the sports apparel industry as it has been providing rugby attires for over a century now. Moving along with its expansive plans to make the brand not just strictly sportswear, Canterbury unveils its third casual collection that’s...
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Mighty Healthy Fall 2011 New Releases

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 23, 2011, 1:10 am
New York-based streetwear brand Mighty Healthy reveals a strong and extensive range for Fall 2011. Known greatly for their printed tees that would constantly feature witty graphical contents, Mighty Healthy includes to their release a good amount of printed hoodies and a handful selection of button-...
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Smiley Happy Deluxe Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 22, 2011, 11:40 pm
Founded by Franklin Loufrani back in 1971, Smiley has always been an indicator of happiness and positivism that has surpassed political, social and economic boundaries. With a myriad of translations that has happened for the icon in the recent times, this new collection for Autumn/Winter 2011 contin...
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Outlier Summer Experiments 2011

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 19, 2011, 2:52 pm
Outlier challenges the sultriest days of summer as it presents a range of high tech and well experimented pieces to provide a cool effect while heat turns harsher this season. Included on this range is the Ventilated Linen Cotton Shirt that’s tailored technically to provide good air passage to bod...
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Read's Clothing Project Fall/Winter 2011

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 19, 2011, 2:40 pm
Read’s Clothing Project is born as a combination of Read Wall’s charitable act of working with Books for Africa and his passion for clothing. Bringing together an expansive collection that was drawn from his penchant for well-made vintage and preppy-inspired clothing, this collection comes with ...
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Puma Shadow Society Teaser

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 18, 2011, 2:26 pm
Puma has flocked several taste-makers and sneaker connoisseurs to an assembly of pure redefinition and customization dubbed as the Shadow Society. Coming up with a logo that’s pretty identical to some well renowned fraternal organizations, the Shadow Society has given much effort to reinvent one o...
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Money Clothing x Tom Darracott "For Money" Shirt Series

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 18, 2011, 1:37 pm
London-based independent designer and image maker extraordinaire Tom Darracott works closely with Money Clothing for its fourth installment of “For Money” series. Taking inspiration from the formula one car decals, the shirt features mixed prints that are seen on front, back and sleeves. Availab...
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Won Hundred x James Pfaff Exhibition at Outside World Gallery

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 17, 2011, 2:12 am
Won Hundred turns from their usual lookbook presentation to a more artistically inclined approach as they commission British photographer James Pfaff for a curated series of imagery for Fall/Winter 2011 campaign. The photographer was given an opportunity to express his craft liberally and resulted t...
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The SHAOLIN JAZZ – Album Cover Design Contest Winner: Shamona Stokes

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 17, 2011, 12:05 am
After 2 intense days of deliberation that have made the judges look meticulously to the many strong album covers submitted by participating designers, The SHAOLIN JAZZ with its founders recently announced the winner of their Album Cover Design Contest. Graphic artist Shamona Stokes bested all partic...
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Bean Pole x Kim Jones Block Party at Opening Ceremony

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 15, 2011, 12:40 am
Celebrating the Bean Pole x Kim Jones collaboration, Opening Ceremony recently threw a block party that took place outside their New York Store at 35 Howard. Surrounded with the best of New York’s food trucks, partygoers saw the performances of Solange Knowles and Theophillus London, who both have...
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Puma Bluebird at Size? Cardiff

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 14, 2011, 3:58 pm
When Puma first released their Bluebird silhouette back in the 1980’s, the shoe model subsequently gained a brimming charisma to the football and active lifestyle fanatics. Having a steady reputation for being the best, most lightweight shoe for indoor training, the Puma Bluebird was also adopted ...
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Chad Coombs for RottenFresh

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 14, 2011, 2:57 pm
Canadian artist/photographer Chad Coombs teamed up with RottenFresh for a series of printed tees. The first 25 shirts are hand signed and numbered by Chad Coombs, so don’t forget to pre-order. Check out the shirts after the click.
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Scotch & Soda Amsterdams Blauw Store Opening

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 13, 2011, 4:38 am
Scotch & Soda celebrates the global launch of its denim collection by opening the first Amsterdams Blauw denim-only store. Doors are now open and the store houses the complete Amsterdams Blauw denim collection for men and women. Located at the Berenstraat in the Jordaan area, the store is set in a m...
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Puma X Shinzo Bolt New Future

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 13, 2011, 4:21 am
Inspired by Usain Bolt - the world's fastest man, Puma alongside Parisian retailer Shinzo presents these limited edition eco-conscious Bolt Near Future sneakers that features the Jamaican colorways. Pursuing for a greener motif this time, Puma utlizes eco-friendly leather, cork sockliner, recycled ...
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Henri Lloyd Fall/Winter 2011 Brochure

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 12, 2011, 2:47 pm
From their lookbook studio shoot to this campaign-like content, Henri Lloyd presents their catalogue for Autumn/Winter 2011 that features Geneva’s beautiful mountain and lakeside backdrop. The nautical brand reveals three key trends that provide a great variation of highly functional hybrid design...
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Sanecommunications 'Seasons in Sane Vol.1' Autumn/Winter 2011 Lookbook

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 12, 2011, 1:21 am
Sane Communications crafted and art directed this interesting visual portfolio of their represented clients that features some carefully selected pieces for the upcoming seasons. Capturing that editorial feel we get from the finest magazines out there, this shoot holds on to the true-to-style essenc...
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J. Panther Luggage Co. "The Aviator" in Olive Canvas

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 11, 2011, 12:36 am
J. Panther Luggage Co. offers a new colorway of their Aviator model. Seen in their highly engineered lightly-waxed 21 oz olive canvas, the bag is accentuated with black leather trim from Chicago’s renowned Horween tannery. Features of the bag include two removable straps and a removable passport p...
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Black Scale x Frank 151 Philippines Issue Collaboration

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 10, 2011, 11:12 pm
I couldn’t be happier about this collab tee from Black Scale and Frank 151 as it highlights my very own country - the Philippines. Available in two colorways, the tee has just got its release last August 6th at Black Scale San Francisco and Los Angeles. Black Scale SF 55 Grant Ave 2nd ...
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Por Vocacao Autumn/Winter 2011 Looks

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 10, 2011, 2:38 pm
Porto-based menswear online shop Por Vocacao has given attention to lookbook presentation as one of their mediums to promote their new stocks for the upcoming seasons. Shot on a scorching summery day right at the coastal/tanning spot nearby the beach, the contrasting idea of wearing thicker garments...
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Eastie Empire Tailors "Creative Archives" A/W 2011 Lookbook

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 10, 2011, 12:53 am
Eastie started in 2010 with a small capsule collection that offers tailored pieces for the modern journeymen and gentlemen. Spending mostly on defining their label that was a big hit to vintage enthusiasts, Eastie focused on producing a handful of colonial and work-wear inspired clothing that has gi...
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Burberry August 2011 Ad Campaign

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 10, 2011, 12:24 am
Burberry presents their latest ad campaign images for August 2011 that follows to the theme of “Uniforms”. Featuring models Amber Anderson and Jake Cooper, the campaign presents an excerpt from the 1960s inspired main collection that highlights the Burberry trench coats. Check out the imag...
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Vans Downtown Showdown is Coming to London

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 10, 2011, 12:03 am
Twelve of the best skate teams will be competing at the historic Old Spitalfields Market in London on 20th August 2011 for their chance to take part in a contest renowned to test skill, flare and creativity. Far removed from the usual format of any other skateboarding competition - the event will ta...
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Mark McNairy Exclusive to Glass Boutique

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 8, 2011, 3:05 pm
Mark McNairy is one of the most in-demand and sought after shoe designers of the decade. Widely recognized for his classic designs, attention to detail, and use of the finest materials, McNairy combines tradition with sophistication to create beautiful footwear for both men and women. British ...
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Victor Banks Collection #2: Bandits, Bohemians & Bachelors

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 8, 2011, 1:36 pm
Here at THESOUTHSIDER, it’s always been a pleasure to introduce a new brand that sees to plunge into the pool of outstanding and up-and-coming list of menswear providers. One of which is Victor Banks, a Canadian menswear label that was founded by Cole Johnson back in 2010. Named after Johnson’s...
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HL Jeans Co Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 7, 2011, 1:45 pm
Henri Lloyd’s youth label HL Jeans Co puts emphasis on reinventing its heritage pieces seen through the strong use of colour block and technical detailing for Autumn/Winter 2011. Outerwear pieces, derived from vintage style references, were strongly presented with an interesting contrast mix of pa...
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ellesse Heritage Pop-Up Shop Closing Party

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Aug 7, 2011, 12:55 pm
Italian sports brand ellesse recently closed their first stand alone UK pop-up shop and coffee house that has stayed for a month, stocking limited heritage pieces and housed unique concessions of the country’s most original independent and up-and-coming fashion labels. The closing event, which was...
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Ben Sherman Autumn/Winter 2011 "Englishman in New York" Campaign

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 17, 2011, 2:07 pm
Ben Sherman has recently worked with Dazed & Confused to come up with an interesting Autumn/Winter 2011 campaign. Their agenda was to scout for a few assortments of successful Englishmen who have made NYC their new playground. The deserving gentlemen where given the freedom to pick pieces from the n...
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Michael Bastian for Randolph Engineering

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 17, 2011, 1:34 pm
Renowned American menswear designer Michael Bastian teams up with Randolph Engineering for a series of signature sunglasses. Tremendously done with an appearance of exciting colors, the 2011 CFDA Menswear Designer of the Year truly proved to anyone he’s the winner. Get them at The Mandon Store. Ch...
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Red Bull Kart Fighter

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 16, 2011, 1:41 pm
Red Bull presents Kart Fighter, a free game available now in web browsers and for the iPhone. This action-packed kart racing game gives users the chance to earn tickets to the Red Bull Speed Jam event via Red Bull’s first on-pack promotion: entering a unique code found under the ring pull of speci...
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Edwin x Jofama Airman Jacket

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 15, 2011, 2:37 pm
When two great brands collide, they would be surely do good things we don’t usually get to see often. Just like this upcoming collaboration of Edwin and Jofama, both brands have just worked closely to produce this exceptional Airman jacket made from aged buffalo hide leather. An a-ok for clear pro...
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Hero Magazine: Raf Simons Transmission 1 Feature

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 15, 2011, 1:25 pm
Raf Simons is curating an event in collaboration with Mecedes-Benz titled “Transmission 1” and Hero Magazine recently had a good quick chat with the Belgian designer himself. This event is a 3 day multi-disciplinary festival which takes place in Berlin from 15th of July till 17th. Invited guests...
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KarmaloopTV: Casey Veggies Interview

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2011, 10:01 pm
Check out this new episode from KarmaloopTV featuring young rapper extraordinaire Casey Veggies. The video sees him talking about his music, stage life, and his clothing/music brand called Pea’s & Carrots International. For short, he’s the next big thing. Check out the video above.
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Hot Stuff: Rick Owens Cargobasket Boots

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2011, 2:23 pm
If you wish to rock these boots totally zipped up, please, wear it with skinny jeans. It can be brought to punk, goth or even minimal getup, but don’t overdose yourself with leather. You’ll end up looking shiny and anti-peta. Rock Owens Cargobasket Boots now available at oki-ni.
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Nooka 360

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2011, 1:53 pm
Nooka always come up with some of the coolest and modern designs when it comes to their watches. But with the release of their new model, the Nooka 360, everything seems to be contrasting compared to their usual quirky designs. “The Nooka 360 features an analog display with a subtle geometric patt...
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Guest Blogger | Paul McGregor: Coping with Block Colours

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2011, 12:59 pm
Anywhere you look, you’ll see block colouring being achieved. It’s a hard trend to pull off, but this season the guys seem to be giving it their best shot! The problem being that mixing colours can end in disaster, especially bright, vibrant colours suitable for summer. If you get it wrong, you ...
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[Vimeo Corner] RottenFresh Spirograph Collection Teaser Video

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2011, 12:47 pm
RottenFresh presents this teaser video of their upcoming collection titled “Spirograph”. From the video, there’s not much clothing preview you can see but there’s a hint that geometric patterns will be the key design for their upcoming collection. Watch out for the full campaign images soon.
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Drakes London Horn Accessories

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2011, 12:37 pm
Drakes London presents this small range of accessories that are made from Nigerian ox horn and meticulously polished with fine sand that achieved a softly gleaming finish. The range includes a boar bristle clothes brush, round toothed comb, shoe brush with leather strap handle, a dish made from a si...
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Volcom Collaborates with Krochet Kids International

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2011, 12:24 pm
For Autumn 2011, Volcom has teamed up with Krochet Kids international, a grass roots movement and organisation whose mission is to empower people to rise above poverty. Their aim is to create sustainable economic development programs that support holistic growth of individuals and communities within...
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Medicom Toy x Happy Socks Bearbrick Collaboration

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2011, 12:11 am
Now hitting their online store for availability, here’s the result of Happy Socks and Bearbrick's collaboration. Featuring a mustached and tattooed toy with soda and hotdog pockets, the important aspect, which are the striped socks are seen on the usual Happy Socks colorful motif. Now available at...
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Shaolin Jazz Album Cover Design Contest

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 13, 2011, 11:51 pm
The SHAOLIN JAZZ throws a month long Album Cover Design Contest that runs from 6th of July till 8th of August. Participants can submit designs or “graphic remixes” of the album cover with the winner receiving footwear courtesy of VANS OTW and apparel courtesy of Staple Design. Winner of the said...
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ellesse Heritage Autumn/Winter 2011 Lookbook

Rolando Jr I. posted an article on - Jul 13, 2011, 11:23 pm
Dressing up men with a colorful agenda, ellesse Heritage brings an exciting Autumn/Winter 2011 collection that’s reshaping the image of sportswear clothing. This collection is a combination of function and style, and incorporates bright and lively colors that suits properly to the smart and sporty...
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