As previously shown, Nike unveiled their new shoe for the Beijing Olympics, the Hyperdunk, which will be worn by Kobe and his USA teammates. A video has surfaced showing exactly how efficient these new shoes might become. It looks like Kobe is joined by fellow Laker Ronny Turiaf in a scene where Kobe attempts to jump over an Aston Martin while wearing the Hyperdunk. Whether this is actually Kobe or a stunt double remains to be seen, but from the looks of it these sneakers can definitely take off.
Openers Gallery presents Volume 10 of its New Creator’s file. Yabuta Osami is the profiled photographer here and the interviewed pertains specifically to his “Tokyo Bunny Girls” project. He describes it as an “erotic/sexy but elegant” portrait of 70 Bunny Girls in downtown Tokyo where hostesses and entertainment outlets are vast. He names serious projects like “The Killing Fields” (1984) and world renowned Time Life photography as his inspirations, visible from his gritty black and white photography with manipulation of shadows and the hostesses’ sexy bodies.
Visvim will be releasing a pair of one-toned brightly colored FBT model this Spring. These colors will be exclusive to the G-line aimed at international audiences. The G-line tends to be a lot more colorful and stands out compared to the traditional Visvim products for Japan. These FBTs will be available at the top account holders in North America and Europe.
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Fila is stepping up their game following the tradition of its competition. Here is the “SILO SERIES” which is aimed at collectors and urban fashionistas. The “White Line” is extremely limited, and the Rialt, Swagger low, and Tattoo low will also be released in somewhat limited numbers. We can see the street level direction from the perforation, straps, and tattoo motif embroidery Fila has opted to use. Following its Wu Tang collabo, we hope to see more in the future.
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TET, the owner of infamous technical brand WTAPS gives us a peek at some new rainwear from his brand. Shifting away from Militaria and Biker themes, we see brightly colored raincoats, hinted to be of the poncho type. Technical specifications include GORE-TEX laminates, allowing for moisture expulsion but at the same time keeping wetness out. As always, detail and fabric technologies are key to TET, and graphic-wise, we see the familiar “Too Young To Die” skull logo silk screened on the back of the pieces, and on the lining of the jacket we see the double headed bird of prey logos . More after the jump
Estevan Oriol’s hard lined rugged style of photography has released another collection of t-shirts for 2008 spring/summer season. Estevan Oriol has been an integral part of the scene that goes far beyond the scope of his photographic endeavors. Among the t-shirts seen here is one featuring rapper and ride pimper extraordinaire Xzibit. The collection is available for sale now through Upper Playground.
