Commercial Mix -- Men's Fashion Buying Guide: 07/01/2008

July 31, 2008

SHADES: Retro Super Future - (NY B&W/Black) - $154

A wayfarer like frame with a nice subtle geometric print on the face and double barrel hinges.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=rsf%5F1c170201%5Fblk&Click=74432

TEES: IM King - Heist Tee - $28

Nice 80's throwback from IM KING.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=imking%5Fheist%5Fblue&Click=74432

TEES: Heritage 1981 Boombox Tee - $17

Nice boom box tee with a retro lighting bolt.

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http://www.forever21.com/heritage1981/mens/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=m%5Ftees&product%5Fid=2054638863&Page=1

KICKS: Gourmet - Cease Sneaker - $125

2nd round for Gourmet Sneakers on Karmaloop's line up. Grab a pair.

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http://www.karmaloop.com/products.aspx?ProductID=41891&VendorCode=GRT

TEES: Junkfood - Batman Tee (Blueberry) - $27

Nice retro batman tee on a blue heather.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=jf%5Fdc720%2D151%5Fbb&Click=74432

July 30, 2008

HOODIE: Obey - OIL FREEDOM Zip Hoodie - $70

Get behind operation oil freedom.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=obey%5FOSF135%5Fblk&Click=74432

WOVEN: Scotch and Soda - Father & Son Flannel - $118

Keeping with checkered flannels, Scotch & Soda puts together this nice detailed shirt. Double buttons on the cuffs, double snap buttons on the sleeve plackets, and red piping on the cuffs. Worth every penny.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=ss%5F0804072020095&Click=74432

CASE: Triple Five Soul - Newbury Laptop Case - $62

This is one fucking slick, white, crocodile, patent leather laptop case. Treat your laptop to some style.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=tfs%5Fsnb520&Click=74432

RING: Obey - WAR IS OVER Ring (WHITE GOLD) - $52

Dress up your fingers with this triple finger piece.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=obey%5FORN004%5Fwht&Click=74432

July 29, 2008

JACKET: Feathers St. James School Blazer - $89

Online exclusive at Urban. A lot of details going on here with the piping on the collar band, above the pockets and on the cuff. The 6 button placket provides for a sleek look.

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http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp;jsessionid=248BE3B7641CDBC44D8E871EA37B01FA.app13-node5?itemdescription=true&itemCount=10&id=15150725&parentid=M_APP_WHATSNEW&sortProperties=&navCount=994&navAction=poppushpush&color=23

July 28, 2008

JT's TEES PICK: Dissizit X Crooks and Castles Collab- Snake Eyes Tee (White) - $34

J.Threatt pick here. Full front and back hits on this Dissizit X Crooks & Castles Collab. Can't go wrong with Crooks & Castles. Medusa driven front with a poster billboard back. Don't stare for too long.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=dissizit%5Fsst08%2D263%5Fwht&Click=74432

WOVEN: Vurt Pixel Shirt - $40

I just picked this up. Normally Vurt is a little hokey, trying a little too hard, but this woven is pretty solid with this checker pattern. The blue/purple/white colorway is solid for summer leading into fall.

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http://shop.pacsun.com/guys/shirts/Pixel-Shirt/index.pro

WOVEN: Altamont - Apparation Button Down Hoodie (Rust) - $64

The plaid woven hoodie is a key item for fall. Altamont has a solid version in a rust colorway that is worth picking up at 80's Purple. It has good details with shoulder epaulets and an Altamont patch on the right shoulder.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=alt%5F3130000255%5Frus&Click=74432

TEES: Heritage 1981 Abstract Neon Tee - $15

Keeping with the geometric trend, Heritage 1981 drops this nice pop graphic on a blue base.

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http://www.forever21.com/heritage1981/mens/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=m%5Fwhatsnew&product%5Fid=2054040174&Page=all

July 25, 2008

TEES: GRN Apple Tree Speed in Black - $33

This geo print I do like, but it was skipped by a few other retailers. It's a good buy; clean and sophisticated.

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http://www.revolveclothing.com/DisplayProduct.jsp?product=GRNA-MS337&c=Jul+24&d=b&n=n

July 24, 2008

KICKS: Vans The All Over Check SK8 Hi - $56

This is in demand and Karmaloop sold out of it. It is $6 more at Zappos, but they do have it in stock.

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http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/9466528.html

TIME PIECE: Vestal Calcutron Watch - $130

Vestal displays some balls with this time piece. The ultimate geek watch has some flash in silver stainless steel and it has an elastic metal bracelet!

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http://www.buckle.com/product/product_detail.jsp?bmUID=1216940247778&prd=87245CAM003&sku=1340230000&Nao=0&N=42+239

WOVEN: DC Mack - $48

Moving into Back to School and Fall wovens are going to pick up by adding more details like contrast fabrics in the cuffs and plackets as well as interesting embroidery patterns and placements. Take this shirt from DC. There is a contrast color on the placket in bright blue which is a nice pop. There is also a solid DC logo embroidery on the left chest.

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http://www.activerideshop.com/Mens/DC-Mack-ls-Woven

TEES: Converse by John Varvatos -Legalize Tee (Stone Grey) - $65

Quality shirt.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=cbjv%5F5m406827%2D080%5Fgry&Click=74432

July 23, 2008

KICKS: CLAE McQUEEN - $125

Money well spent. Pick up this new fall drop from Clae: The McQueen.

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http://www.clae.com/Product.aspx?l=00010000000000000000&p=CLA01241&shop=true

KARMALOOP TV: Celebrity Work Day Stunnaman Takes Over Karmaloop Boston

Straight Outrageous. "Talk to me, I talk back." I dont know why Celebrity Work Day is being cancelled, I think Stunnaman did alright, HA!

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JACKET: Heritage 1981 4 Pocket Windbreaker - $33

Nice techie nylon breaker from Heritage 1981. Solid pocket detailing with a checker pattern lining.

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http://www.forever21.com/heritage1981/mens/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=m%5Fwhatsnew&product%5Fid=2051937990&Page=1

TEES: Homeroom 'All Work No Pay' (white) - $32

New one at The Fizix. Don't leave this shirt at home when you are looking for a raise.

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http://thefizix.com/store/All-Work-No-Pay-white-T-Shirt-by-Homeroom-p-17556.html

July 22, 2008

SHORTS: IM King - Gold Digger Shorts (Brown) - $62

Fresh shorts from IM King. Kinda looks like the Louis Vuitton print, but don't tell anyone. Nice embroidery on the inner thigh and back.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=imking%5Fdigger%5Fbrn&Click=74432

KICKS: VANS MADERA SILVER GRAY/MOSAIC - $55

Had a request to find these bad boys. Nice mosaic print on the eco friendly Vans Madera.

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http://www.surfsidemailorder.com/p-31792-vans-madera-silver-graymosaic.aspx?zmam=7951712&zmas=8&zmac=2&zmap=111605

July 21, 2008

TEES: Zoo York City Sketch Stack - $22

This is a solid block letter tee that is similar to Coup de Grace's new drop. Really solid city skyline graphic going on inside the block letter print.

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http://www.activerideshop.com/Mens/Zoo-York-City-Sketch-Stack-T-Shirt

TEES: DC Zeebrah - $24

Animal theme is going full steam. Pick up this DC zebra print tee from Active. It isn't an all over print like it probably would have been a year ago, which makes it a lot more wearable.

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http://www.activerideshop.com/Mens/DC-Zeebrah-T-Shirt

July 20, 2008

TEES: IM King - Don’t Sleep Tee (White) - $28

Solid over size face print from IM KING.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=imking%5Fdontsleep%5Fwht&Click=74432

July 18, 2008

Jason Kaveh Project: Exclusive Kobe Bryant / Shepard Fairey Interview

Check out Jason Kaveh's newest project an exclusive interview with Kobe Bryant and Shepard Fairey (OBEY). Learn about how the two collaborated for the MVP banner that is hanging at the Henry Ford Theater and Kobe's logo for his website http://www.kb24.com/.

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CARDIGAN: Heritage 1981 Striped Cardigan - $22

It's not too early to pick up a cardigan in the middle of the summer. This is a nice piece to throw on over a t-shirt with jeans and sneakers. Super clean look with an addition of color. Comes is a pink stripe too.

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http://www.forever21.com/heritage1981/mens/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=m%5Fwhatsnew&product%5Fid=2051480556&Page=1

PACK: The Rockshow Boys Pack - $29

Hit the books with this simple back pack from Krew. Comes in turq/black. There is a skate pack ($49) in white/black and murdered out in black/black. Get'um.

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http://www.karmaloop.com/products.aspx?ProductID=36385&VendorCode=KRW

TEES: Obey - E Pluribus Vintage Heather Tee (Teal) - $25

Is it me or is the way 80's purple's merchandising on their product pages becoming a bit dizzing since nothing is totally uniformed. Either way they got a new drop of OBEY. New OBEY gear is popping up every where. This is iconic Shepard Fairey logo artwork.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=obey%5Fothepl%5Ftea&Click=74432

July 17, 2008

TEES: OBEY The Exclusive Jocks Tee - $25

OBEY drop at karmaloop. Pick this new one up and make a statement.

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http://www.karmaloop.com/products.aspx?ProductID=43018&VendorCode=OBE

July 16, 2008

BRANDS: Lemar and Dauley x LaVie NY Swimsuit collaboration - $75

Straight from Lemar & Dauley check it out. Their men's boardshort is truely unique and limited so get on it.

Two of NYC's hottest streetwear lines, Lemar And Dauley and LaVie NY, have come together to collaborate on a limited-edition summer swimwear release – boys and girls - rejoice! The collection embodies the authenticity of 'streetness' with a playful hint of sexiness. The swimwear have been branded with LaVie's signature fly guy and anchors pattern embellished with L&D's houndstooth/Jesus face details on a true cut-and-sew swim trunk silhouette for guys, and a reversible bikini for the ladies (see images attached for a visual). Only100 men's trunks and 50 bikini sets are available, order online through both of the brand's joint-web store: http://lnd.lavieny.com.

July 15, 2008

JY's SHADES PICK: Fox Eyewear The Cadet - $130

J.Yoon pick here. So Fox is licensed out to Oakley and for a while the shades that were coming out of there looked like Oakley knock offs, until now. Check out the Cadet a totally fresh design that I prefer in the polished metal finish. Grab a pair.

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http://shop.foxracing.com/ecomm/AutoForward.do?forward=home.pagedef#aforward=asyn&proId=19699&cid=18&cname=Guys&proNumber=57969&imgName=57969000F.jpg

JT's DENIM PICK: Know1edge The Woven Jeans -$66

J.Threatt pick here. Fresh release from Know1edge with metallic patch work on the back pockets and front coin pocket in a dark denim wash.

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http://www.karmaloop.com/products.aspx?ProductID=32277&VendorCode=KNO

July 14, 2008

BRAND: Know1edge - New Product Drop @ Karmaloop

Know1edge dropped new product at Karmaloop. Grab The Hesse Polo ($36) with the nice chest pocket detail and a Kaliente belt ($36).

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http://www.karmaloop.com/vendor.aspx?VendorCode=KNO&bysex=&sort=n

July 11, 2008

TEES: RVCA CONSTRUCTO - $21

On an aside, RVCA just got picked up by Revolve Clothing. They are going high end boutique; hanging with the big design labels. Anyways, you can grab this tee at Swell.com. Saw this at the Haight and Ashbury store, but didn't have this colorway. Purple is the color of choice on the boards, so pick this up before it is gone.

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http://www.swell.com/jump.jsp?itemID=9386&itemType=PRODUCT&path=1%2C2%2C4%2C14%2C104&iProductID=9386

TEES: QUIKSILVER NEON JUNKY - $28

Quiksilver steps it up with this one. This was featured in the last issue of Complex in the tee section of their buying guide. Pick it up at Swell.com.

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http://www.swell.com/jump.jsp?itemID=9123&itemType=PRODUCT&path=1%2C2%2C4%2C14%2C104&iProductID=9123

TEES: New Heritage 1981 Tees - $15

New product from Heritage 1981. Solid pop color, abstract art.

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http://www.forever21.com/heritage1981/mens/category.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=m_tees&Page=1

KICKS: SANUK DRAGGIN SIDEWALK SURFER - $48

These woven loafers are pretty damn close to shoes for sanuk. It is a nice release from them and definitely street, which is a transition from their beach footwear.

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http://www.shiekhshoes.com/store/pc-18418-45-sanuk-draggin.aspx

KARMALOOP TV: Cardboard Robot hits the range, the gun range that is

These fuckers are hilarious. CBR went to the LA Gun Club for some stress relief. Nothing better than blowing the head off of a paper target with a big ass shotgun. They even pulled out the Joker's magnum, looked like a two foot barrel on that thing.

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Woven: Soulful Commandoe - Men's James Dean Button Up - $72

Couldn't pass this one up. Nice gingham print in a western style. The snap buttons are a nice inconspicuous clear so it just blends right in.

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http://shop.80spurple.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=sc%5Fjames%5Fred&Click=74432