» 2008 » May
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If The Dragonbeard DX 502 Was A CarWhat could have possibly inspired shoemaker Dragonbeard to create this utter monstrosity of fashion? It’s like they hired the Pontiac Aztec design team and then invited teenaged drift racing fans to choose its colors. If this shoe was a car, it would drive through a circus tent and clowns would tumble out of it. Sure, I’ve gone on record as not being the biggest fan of the company, but their ...
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Red Pepper Jeans: Feature Loaded DenimI’m loving all the details worked into these Red Pepper jeans. The stitching, zippers, studs, and chaotic distress patterns are the kinds of features that you’d expect from a highly stylized pair of Japanese jeans. The look is reminiscent of LA’s denim scene, and in certain ways Osaka can be seen as the West Coast equivalent for streetwear fashion in Japan. In comparison, Tokyo often shows ...
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Boycott Presents: The Man-BagTrust your masculinity? Then it’s time to consider a man-bag! This classy Boston-style bag from Boycott resembles more of a stylish gym bag than a ‘handbag’, as some people might stubbornly call it. With the usual attention to details, like side pockets for your gadgets and a large zipper for easy access to your stuff, this bag is not only meant to compliment your savvy looks but also be hi...
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Levi’s Vintage 201 Jeans – $33,000These authentic Levi’s 201, No. 2, 1911 style jeans are being sold for a cool $33,000 – a bargain price, the seller claims. This low-ounce selvedge denim features suspender hooks and an adjustment buckle on the back. The stitching is linen and the patch is made of fabric (not leather). Obviously these jeans are still in wearable condition and have a lot of nice distress marks that I’m ...
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Junmen Preppy BeltThis preppy style leather and ribbon belt from Junmen is suited for the season’s lighter colors, and aims to add just the right accent to your denim, cargo or short pants. The belt is made from natural and synthetic leather and comes in two colors, red (shown) and blue. The item costs around $70usd. The only thing I don’t like about a good belt is that it’s unlikely to get seen much, at lea...

