Aki and RA just got done with the TKE THT! vol.1 skate video, featuring local skate talent from around-the-way, including 2 of The Hundreds’ very own: Rashad Turner and Ricky Webb, who respectively bookend the vid at the start and finish. You can even download the MP4 off the Vimeo page for your iPodification.
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I think it’s safe to say that the THSF Adam Outline New Era was a hit.
photo by ynoT?
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So in case you haven’t figured it out, we’ve moved workspaces to downtown Los Angeles. That hasn’t stopped our visitors from traveling near and far to visit us. Carter caught on quick.
Liz (Rebel) hearts Adam.
If Penelope were a Care Bear, all kinds of crazy rainbows and stars would be shooting out of her stomach right about now.
And we thought the Rosewood alley was bad news. When not having crackheads throw themselves on our car windshields, we have to deal with random women pulling over in front of our building, squatting, and taking the gnarliest pisses on our street. That’s a gigantic puddle, lady, lay off the Big Gulps. 30 seconds later, the guy across the street walked right through it. Then a truck splashed through it. Then a zebra drank out of it. And then a lion ate the zebra. And then the lion pissed out all the woman’s urine. Thus, the Circle of Life.
Bart and Erik (530 Media Lab) are tired of other design companies knocking their name off. But they’ll never be tired of La Taquiza. Although Erik looks awfully tired in this photo. Must be all those 3am updates he’s cranking out for our website.
Apparently, there’s a big sale at Target.
Speaking of visitors from outer spaces, I was attacked by this enormous horsefly in my office. I karate-chopped it with the fury, but as it lay lifeless, the body started twitching. After we finished screaming like a pack of girl scouts, we noticed something wiggling out of it’s body. And then MORE. Click the photo if you wanna see the mass chaos that ensued. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
TGIF. Visit the 5TH. Stop by THE PAYOFF. Don’t drink so much Iced Tea before you get in the car.
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So, 2 things.
(1) Tomorrow (Friday), The Hundreds 5TH Pop-up Shop re-opens for the last time. These are the last 3 days to visit 5TH, browse the gallery, witness the past 5 years of The Hundreds, pick up vintage tees, and also 5TH-exclusive product. 5TH officially closes its doors this Sunday, August 31st at 7pm.
(2) The “Adam Outline” New Era: THSF Edition is releasing this weekend. Only 100 made. Only at The Hundreds San Francisco, 585 Post St., Saturday morning at 11am.
That’s it. For now.
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The Las Vegas fashion tradeshows are officially done. Here are some final looks from our week in Sin City.
We always make it a point to stop by the FiveFour booth at the Project show, to check in on what Dee..
…and Andres have been up to.
Great job, guys.
I caught the Rock Paper Scissors crew from Seattle.
While Big Bert two-times, Brien takes 2 at a time.
Stifling heat, interrupted by brief downpours. Only in Vegas.
Pusha T (Clipse) pushin’ the craps table.
Mmmm.. Orange Chicken..
Vintage TH. Like wine, gets better with time.
Always nice to fly back into Burbank. If you were the Animaniacs, you’d be home by now.
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Our SECOND delivery of The Hundreds Fall 2008 drops at both THLA and THSF tomorrow (Thursday). Stick around and I’ll take you through some of the highlight pieces from this drop. (Otherwise, you can stare at this.)
This is one of the most anticipated items from Fall Part 2.. Fall, the Sequel.. Fall Strikes Back. The Revenge of Fall?? Anyways, it’s the “DADDY” vest, filled with real down and accented with a flannel lining. Originally, I had intended this vest to be used as a layering piece, perhaps over a simple black hoody or crewneck sweatshirt. But you can go au naturale and keep it real. Also offered in green and cream.
I’d have to say that the following are my 2 favorite t-shirts of the entire Fall season. For any Southern California native, you’re probably keenly aware of what these graphics are all about, but for the rest of the world, I’ll try to fill you in.
It’s appropriate that we just witnessed one of the most impressive Olympic games in history, because back in 1984, Los Angeles hosted the Summer Olympics. I’m sure you heard about all the hoops China had to jump through to ensure that their country was not only hospitable, but magnificent enough to wow the rest of the world. The same went for L.A. in the early ’80s as they geared up for the Games.
During those years, the City hired artists to take over some of the more dominant freeway walls with elaborate murals. The goal was to beautify the urban environment, but (not surprisingly) local graffiti kids saw it as an open call to display their own art. Many of you Californians remember what it was like to drive through the busy downtown L.A. freeways, peering out the car windows to not only observe these mammoth masterpieces, but also decipher the textured graffiti art that lined the bottoms. After years, the original intentions behind these commissioned murals had taken a direction all its own, defining and re-interpreting what true L.A. art stood for.
Many of these pieces are still standing, albeit barely, due to years of weathering the elements, both natural and manmade. But this one below, entitled “L.A. Freeway Kids” by Glenna Boltuch Avila was entirely buffed over in Caltrans gray paint last year. In fact, the day after I sent Vito down the 101 freeway to take this photograph so we could build the t-shirt graphic off of it, the City came in and covered up the mural. Over 2 decades of vibrant life.. gone. So, in a weird way, this The Hundreds t-shirt has captured the last moments whereby the world can remember a historic Los Angeles landmark.
Here’s the “PARK” pinstripe long-sleeve button-up woven. Offered in a classic black and also some pop colors to offset the late summertime blues.
Speaking of which, it’s far from cold here in L.A., but it’s just a matter of weeks before we can start brushing up on some light fleece. Like the “ROO” crewneck sweatshirt. The seamless kangaroo pocket is the exclamation mark here, with laser-cut openings.
The “ONE-HIT” zip-up hooded sweatshirt, constructed from a raw jersey fabric to maintain a lightweight feel for the Indian summer. Detailed with flatlock stitching throughout and a tonal Adam Bomb stamp.
An homage to another historic L.A. landmark, the La Brea Tarpits. Usually, it’s “Death from Above,” but we’re all about the underdogs here. Time for the new.
Oh, so here’s a sweatshirt that’s got some bells and whistles. Traditionally, I like to stay away from the technicalities when it comes to simple fleece, but I felt differently about this one. For starters,the “FILM” zip-up hoody is distinguished by the 3M trim screenprint that runs throughout the jacket.
Offered with a high-neck opening and layered inside with a 1×1 ribbed collar.
Here’s a closer look at that 3M print with a concealed zipper. Might I add, custom TH zipper-pulls.
A thumb-hole for added measure.
Like I said, I prefer to keep it less tech-y for now. But if I’m gonna go that way, it still has to be clean and appropriate.
Of course, it wouldn’t be Fall without some flannel. The “SOUND” flannel’s got some interesting paneling, marked with pearl snap-buttons and a satin-lined collar and cuff.
The “CUSTOM” tee. If you know, then you know.
It’s all about revisiting the classics. (Your dad probably had this in the garage.)
I was wondering where he was.
photography by Paul Sun and The Social Trust
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The Animal gives it up for young Dre. Rest in peace.
Jon catching some of those Fluorescent rays.
It wouldn’t be a MAGIC show without DJ Zo. We met the Vegas-based DJ at our first show when he tried stealing one of our shirts. After a slap on the wrist, he’s been hooked ever since.
Hawaii Mike’s (LTD) the keymaster for all the right people.
Brock and Evidence.
Years ago, the first time I put Hue’s feet on the blog, it was the sneak preview shot of a burgeoning brand he was working on called Greedy Genius. He’s since moved on to found SQR1, and again, here’s your first look at the next generation of upscale footwear.
Mos Def was buggin’ out on SQR1′s debut. That’s a good sign.
They call him Big Bert for a reason.
Two-timer.
Brad (on the right) brought by Justin (Yo Gabba Gabba!), who turned out to be a fan. Likewise.
Jenna’s amassing quite the art collection.
I don’t know what half of the TH crew would do without American Apparel girls.
Switch was stuck in “meetings” all day.
His “office” is getting kinda messy.
Mari and Arpa. Look familiar?
During MAGIC week, it always starts off, and ends up, at the Hard Rock. The Alpha and Omega of Vegas nightlife.
Big Bert drops a few.
I dunno why, but we always grab dinner at Pink Taco in the Hard Rock. Hey, there’s Nash in our RAWHIDE hat. A few moments later..
he took the stage at WASTED SPACE with the rest of the 87 Stick-Up Kids.
There was a swarm of streetwear parties poppin’ off at the PALMS, but we decided to hole up at WASTED SPACE for the remainder of the night in our own corner, to support all our friends onstage, surrounded by TH fam. Including Jackson at the door. Nothing tops that.
Except Big Bert dancing.
After the 87 Stick-Up Kids wrapped, Astrid (talking to Alice [Joe's Jeans]), Amanda Blank, and her backup dancer posted up.
Naeem (Spank Rock) owes his skills to The Hundreds Buffalo socks.
Amanda Blank takes the stage.
Even Astrid aka Baby Ca$htrid got up in the mix! WHaaaaT *EXCLUSIVE footage of Ca$htrid with 87 Stick-Up Kids and then later in the night with Amanda and Spank Rock.
Don’t point, Switch. That’s rude.
That’s 3 fingers right back at you.
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..Actually, no, I take that back. It’s not just another Magic Monday. They actually came correct this year and installed SLATE, street couture’s own distinct sub-show that’s got some added sophistication and gravity, devoid of all the riff-raff, hoopla, and hullabaloo usually associated with MAGIC’s Streetwear department. Actually, there’s still some hoopla (not as much hullabaloo).
Vic was trying to get us on camera for his online show, Mike & Vic. Unfortunately, we’re not so videogenic, sorry Vic.
Abby.
Everywhere.
AGAIN.
Estevan Oriol and his new calendar, distributed through Upper Playground. Yes, the world would be a much better place if everyone had a little bit more Rachel Sterling in their lives.
The Arab Parrot does his thing…
Rick Klotz (Freshjive) pulls off the often-imitated, very-complicated “Donald Duck.”
Mazik. Grandma approved.
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