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Tuesday, March 30, 2010

PHOTOS & A VIDEO – Pharrell x Phil Ramone Keynote Session At University Of Miami

The International MEIEA Conference took place today in Miami this past Friday where Phil Ramone & Pharrell were the keynote speakers. Click here to watch the video of the entire presentation.

Cool & Dre Present: C-Ride "The Arab Store" DADE COUNTY STAND UP!!

Candle Cravingz by Djoser Garrison-Quick TO MY FELLOW FULLSAIL GRAD'S

Candle Cravingz from Djoser Garrison-Quick on Vimeo.

Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

I have seen quite a few custom sneakers in my day and I can say without hesitation that these are one of the most unique and inspiring shoes I have ever seen. Designed for Elvis T. from Chicago by Intrxn, the designer took inspiration from not only the commisioner, but Jay-Z, Biggie, and Alexander McQueen. Before we even get into the shoes, I want to give you a few details on the designer.
Intrxn is from California and has been known to create custom sneakers from simple redesigns to complete reconstructions. He has even gone as far as creating his own sneaker, called the Genesis. Though some may not appreciate the detail involved in a sneaker customization like this, it is designers like Intrxn that push the envelope keep the mainstream designers on their toes.
The theme of the design is “Man vs Machine”, an ode to the work ethic of Jay-Z, Biggie, and Alexander McQueen. The Jordan 12 Rising Sun upper is primarily constructed of a white perforated leather with a patent leather patch on the lateral side. The patent leather patch uses red stitching to give the otherwise white silhouette some color, but that is not where it stops. The most striking aspect of the design is the use of metal and strings throughout the upper. Extra eyelets have been placed just below the main row to help enhance the design and heighten the shoes appeal. The heels of the shoe wear some laser etching from various sources; Jay-Z “In My Lifetime”, Biggie “It Was All a Dream”, AMQ “We are the Fashion World’s Incubator”, and Elvis T “You Get Out of Life What You Put In”.
So after taking a look at the shoes, what do you guys think?
From Intrxn:

Elvis T. from Chicago contracted me to work on a very special Jordan. The rule was that I was to do something I have never done before. The Jordan 12 release date correlates to Jay-Z’s 1997 distribution deal with Def Jam Records. Following the death of Notorious B.I.G. he worked with P. Diddy to produce “In My Lifetime” and the record “Reasonable Doubt.” If you get a chance to catch these shoes in person you can notice the detail that acknowledges inspiration from Elvis himself, Jay-Z, Biggie, and Alexander McQueen. The conceptual approach includes undertones regarding these men’s work ethic and the theme, “Man or Machine.” As far as colorway, the shoe was created to match Elvis’ shirt and vest. He divulged that his fashion sense is all about making statements in a clean and classy manner. If I had one word to describe the work I did for him it would be “sculpture.” Everyone who is attending the Jay-Z concert on Thursday March 18th keep an eye out for Elvis in the double stretch black Hummer!

: Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

: Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

: Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

: Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

: Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

: Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

: Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

: Air Jordan 12 “Jay-Z Concert” Customs

via SO

Rocawear Roc the Boat – Spring 2010 Collection... Who got the best Boat shoes???

Boat shoes are still all the rage. While they were the hot ticket item last summer they have now settled into the collective conscience of all style minded people as the new acceptable fashion to rock. So it should come as no surprise that Rocawear’s new line in nautically inspired.
Their Roc the Boat model comes in 3 easy on the eye color ways including black, navy and red. With the spirit of a chukka these shoes are definitely built for the streets and not the waterways but that shouldn’t stop you from rocking them however you see fit. The leather and suede uppers both work magic on these models also. These are available now at Footlocker

Air Jordan 2010 – Black – University Blue

For your viewing and discussion pleasure have tracked down some more images of the much discussed Jordan 2010. Surely you guys have had enough time to sit with the BRED version to make an official opinion of the shoe.
Word on the streets is that its a great performance model that shakes things up on the court and while it veers clear of becoming a lifestyle staple it is being applauded by ball handlers worldwide. So this new color way just may make those of you with getting fly in mind happy. Besides University Blue and Black are always a good thing right? Who’s had a chance to try a pair of these on? Give us your opinion. Via Dunk.com.cn

Sperry Topsider Original Rip Stop Boat Shoe – No Ice cream shoes I rather wear Sperry's!

Available now at the Sperry Topside online store is this new, limited edition version of their original boat shoe. The boat shoe comes in four colorways including green, brown, cream, and blue monotone designs, all of which sport a rip stop nylon upper and white sole. As we mentioned before, you can pick up a pair now at their online store.