Sneaker Pimps Philly

Posted on August 25, 2005 Under Fashion

If you're in Philly September 2nd, hop over to the 8th Street Lounge for the Philadelphia installment of Sneaker Pimps-- live art and sneaker customization by 'Grang High', as well as a few DJ', -- it looks to be a…

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Michael Lau’s Mr. Shoe

Posted on August 9, 2005 Under Design

The Michael Lau and Nike Mr. Shoe boggle heads were a bit of a mystery until all the Nike Hong Kong pages were translated for me-- so here's what I know. They're are a few different mass-produced versions for sale,…

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Royal Elastics Grata

Posted on July 28, 2005 Under Fashion

I've been rocking the Royal Elastic Grata's for a few weeks now, and today I'll officially give them my "fly footwear" nod of approval. They're built almost entirely out of elastic, which gives a snug yet comfertable fit, which feels…

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Bridge Footwear

Posted on July 13, 2005 Under Fashion

There's another online shop for the old-school and rare sneaker lovers out there, they're called Bridge Footwear. They have a solid lineup, an impressive collection of rare kicks. Lots of classics, and rarities like the Nom De Guerr Air 180…

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First Pullover

Posted on July 8, 2005 Under Life

I've been reading Richard Kuchinsky's blog for a few days now. He's the product manager for the footwear department of Hummel, in Denmark. His blog is called "First Pullover", as in the first prototype. He covers everything about his experience…

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Sneaker Freaker Parties

Posted on July 6, 2005 Under Fashion

I guess maybe I came back from Europe too early, Sneaker Freaker Magazine is celebrating the release of there 6th issue. I haven't had a chance to even open my copy yet, but I hear it's the best issue yet.…

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Berlin: Snea-Q

Posted on June 20, 2005 Under Travel

I didn't have to go far from my cocoon inHotel Q!, where I'm staying, to find good things in Berlin--Kurfüsten Damm is packed with stores, and more stores. Although a huge amount of the shops around this area are touristy…

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Copenhagen: Sneaker Shopping

Posted on June 17, 2005 Under Travel

If you're looking specifically for sneakers while in Copenhagen, you probably don't need to look any further than Wallace (left), and My Sneakers (right). Everything downtown is within walking distance-- it's very charming. The shops were brightly lit, and very…

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Sneakers: The Complete Collectors Guide

Posted on May 18, 2005 Under Books

I need to give a gracious nod to Cool Hunting for mentioning the new book by Unorthodox Styles--"Sneakers: The Complete Collectors' Guide"-- it's absolutely the best sneaker book I have ever seen. It's organized in an easy to navigate encyclopedia…

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Harputs San Francisco

Posted on April 11, 2005 Under Travel

I spent this past weekend in San Francisco doing some "recon work", and I've got much to report--so look forward to more SF related posts this week. I stopped by nearly every hot sneaker spot in the area-- today I…

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