A lightweight breathable fabric is ideal for a summer pant and these Nylon EG trousers fit the bill. These khaki poplin trousers feature a check print, high-rise fit and four pocket design. The fabric is a mix of 51% cotton and 49% nylon.
Combine these with neutral toned sneakers, a t-shirt or a short sleeve button down for a easy spring look. Available at SSENSE.
WTAPS has been noted for their memorable footwear collaborations over the years and now they’re set to release an excellent New Balance 998 iteration. If you’ve been looking for something new to step out in when your local quarantine is over then check this recolor of a classic New Balance model. Featuring an army inspired sage green and hits of cream, grey and a bright safety orange, these really bridge the gap between the look and feel of the two labels. Some subtle touches are the WTAPS embroidered logo on the heel as well as logo hits on the tongue and insole.
The collaborative 992WT from WTAPS and New Balance drops at select retailers including END on May 1.
While 2019 was a flurry of collaborations and high profile releases, it seems that Jordan brand is going back to their archives with some of the releases this year. With the classic Jordan 1 becoming one of the most sought after retros in recent years, it’s nice to see that Jordan Brand is paying homage to the original with this release. The shape of this model is the closest to date we’ve gotten to the original ’85 classic. This flipped variation plays off the classic ‘Black/Red’ colorway seen on the banned Jordan 1s. The sneaker has gone to great lengths to preserve the feeling of the original, even re-creating the hang tags that was featured on the sneakers upon their original release. Jordan brand had to go back to their archives to find the original photo of MJ in order to recreate the look of that paper tag. These are sure to be high sought after and even more so considering their release is limited to a mere 23,000 pairs. Look for more release details to leak prior to their release in February.
The team at Maison Margiela has brought back an iconic accessory design with the silver watch strap bracelet. Similar in design to the type of straps found on Rolex watches. TheĀ Steel oyster link bracelet come with brushed and polished detailing and a discrete engraved logo at the clasp. If you want something that feels undeniably Margiela that’s both somehow both attention grabbing and subtle, check out this piece. Available at SSENSE.
Li-Ning is an athletic wear brand that does not get much attention outside in North America. Despite several high profile athlete endorsements in the NBA, Li-Ning still lives in the shadow of the big three sneaker companies. That’s starting to change however if sneakers like the Furious Rider Ace are any indication.
After the release of the Daybreak earlier this year, Undercover has once again teamed up with Nike this time for two colorways of a new running sneaker under the Gyakusou sub-line. Bright yellow and deep red colorways are the main focus of the sneaker but other additions include a floral illustration by the swoosh. I’m partial to the yellow colorway myself but the red is also undeniably striking. Look for these to drop September 26th at select Nike retailers.
Snow Peak has a unique place in the marketplace being a Japanese lifestyle brand that doesn’t make any compromises when it comes to the functionality of their products. The Fall/Winter 2019 lookbook once again presents well-styled looks that cater to men and women. The picturesque outdoors backdrops really do portray how you can work in pieces from the label with all your camping and hiking equipment without anyone batting an eye. Covering the bases from fleeces to nylon liners and militaristic styled outerwear, the collection is brought together through a harmonious color palette that focuses on tans, olives and toned down burgundy.
Fall-friendly floral and geometric prints round out the collection. Expect the new range to hitĀ Snow Peakās websiteĀ and stores including Matches Fashion in the coming months.
The Zoom Fly series has hit the rare sweet spot between performance and style. The sneakers have been particularly popular amongst runners who are serious about their run times. The latest version of the celebrated runner is simply dubbed the Zoom Fly 3. Once again it features a translucent upper with some new twists. New additions include a Pegasus-like heel for comfort around the Achilles, a bootie-style upper, and a lacing system that works in conjunction with an arch band to provide a more supportive, customizable fit. Finally there is the inclusion of react foam and a full-length carbon fibre plate which should add additional support. The sneaker is available in several colorways including this minimalistic black/white variant. Find these through the Nike Online or Hibbet’s.
If you’re looking for a hat that you can pair with more techwear minded fits, North Face has a great unstructured option. This hat is made out of durable Gore-Tex fabric which makes it both waterproof and breathable. At a retail of only $40 as well as multiple colorways, this makes for a versatile summer … Read more
Hawaiian shirts are a sure bet for warm days and Kapital just hit with a heater of a design. These rayon shirts stay true to the spirit of the style but mixes in artwork from painted image of various Navajo peoples. The shirt comes in both a light and dark palette. The āNavajolandā Hawaiian shirts are available onĀ Kapital’sĀ store. For more Kapital, take a look over at the selection on Unionmade.
