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Layering Etiquette: The Jean Jacket

Joshua Kissi: There’s no incorrect direction in approaching the etiquette of layering, especially when it serves a practical function like shielding you from the frigid weather. The trick to mastering the art of layering is to consider color, cut, and silhouettes that look keen to the eye. There is a natural progression with layering. The thinnest garments should be closest to your body with the thicker pieces being layered over those.

Click here for more advice on layering from Street Etiquette...

Leaked Music Video: Kanye West Feat. Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, & Jay-Z " Monster"

Monster - Kanye West, Featuring Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, & Jay-Z from The Glitoris on Vimeo.

Poor quality, but it is a leak...

Preview: visvim 2011 Spring/Summer

GQ Japan offers a peek into upcoming styles from visvim for the spring/summer 2011 season via a small feature within its latest issue. Featured is a wide assortment of footwear, most clean and subtle like we’d expect from the powerhouse Japanese brand. Stay tuned (HYPEBEAST/GQ) for further looks into the upcoming collection.

Via HYPEBEAST

I'm definitely feeling the color scheme of the 2nd and 4th outfit.

Lookbook: TOKISHIRAZU 2010 Fall/Winter “Creators Style”

Japanese retailer TOKISHIRAZU continues its in-house lookbook series as it presents another piece dubbed “Creators Style” for Fall/Winter 2010. The lookbook highlights a selection of top brands carried by the store, including the likes of CASH CA, Bebop, and NEXUSVII, with styling from Kazuki Kuraishi and a special appearance by NEXUSVII founder Tomohiro Konno. Look for theses styles now through TOKISHIRAZU.

Via HYPEBEAST

Eminem Feat. Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, Curtis, Stat Quo & Ca$his "Syllables"

Supposedly and old track that was scheduled to be on Dr. Dre's DETOX...

Pretty hot though. ENJOY...

Timepiece: TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre 1887

In 1964, the pre-TAG Heuer era Ed. Heuer & Co. released their original chronograph. Marked by an iconic design that has effortlessly moved with the times, a recent release saw the latest iteration of the TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre series. Featuring an updated 41 mm dial (versus the predecessors 35.5 mm dial) and a slightly thicker case, the watch’s 1887 designation represents the use of TAG Heuer’s own movement which is surely to be a mainstay of the brand for years to come. The TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre 1887 is currently only available in select markets with a US release slated for sometime in the spring of 2011.

By Eugene Kan, Via HYPEBEAST

Tour: BAPE Beijing

A Bathing Ape recently made its latest inroad into the Chinese market with a new BAPE STORE in Beijing. Located at the ground floor of the I.T Beijing Market within the VILLAGE shopping district, the store’s interior maintains a familiar theme courtesy of Wonderwall’s architectural involvement. A full selection of A Bathing Ape lines are offered with some limited edition opening items such as T-shirts, BAPESTAS and Shark hoodies.

By Edward Chiu, Via HYPEBEAST

Tour: I.T Beijing Market

In a joint grand-opening with BAPE STORE Beijing, the I.T Beijing Market represents a large scale retail affair combining the efforts of regional powerhouse I.T and globally respected Dover Street Market London to continue on with Rei Kawakubo’s “Beautiful Chaos” vision. As an associate of COMME des GARCONS, Dover Street Market has enjoyed a strong following with not only COMME des GARCONS offerings but a well-stocked line-up of international brands and labels. As they continue on with the DSM concept through four floors of space, all 15 of COMME des GARCONS’ labels are represented together with collections hand-picked by founder Rei Kawakubo such as Rick Owens, Maison Martin Margiela, Yves Saint Laurent and Kitsune.

By Edward Chiu, Via HYPEBEAST

Gorillaz Latest Album "The Fall"

Gorillaz new album “The Fall” is now released and available on the official website of Gorillaz www.gorillaz.com

1. Phoner to Arizona
2. Revolving Doors
3. HillyBilly Man
4. Detroit
5. Shy-town
6. Little Pink Plastic Bag
7. The Joplin Spider
8. The Parish of Space Dust
9. The Snake in Dallas
10. Amarillo
11. The Speak It Mountains
12. Aspen Forest
13. Bobby in Phoenix
14. California and the Slipping of the Sun
15. Seattle Yodel

Click here to download the full album.

Enjoy kiddos...

Aloe Blacc - I Need A Dollar (Official Video)

This is the theme song for HBO's newest series "How To Make It In America."

This guy's voice is super dope. When I first heard this song I thought it was a sample from an old Ottis Redding song. He's bringing the classic sound back for sure.

Aloe Blacc's video for his single "I Need A Dollar" from the forthcoming album Good Things
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itunes.com/aloeblacc
Director: Kahlil Joseph
Photography: Matthew J. Lloyd
Video produced by What Matters Most and Funk Factory Films

On The Down Load: Gil Scott-Heron Feat. Nas "New York is Killing Me" (Remix)

Mr. Scott-Heron used to work with Nas' father Olu Dara back in the day.

Click here to listen and download.

For more of Gill Scott-Heron, click here.

For more of Nas, click here.

On The Down Load: Big Boi "Shutterbugg"

The first single from Big Boi’s Def Jam release Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty, scheduled for May 4th.

Click here to listen and download.

Hype: Lupe Fiasco's "I'm Beamin" Remix to feature The Cool Kids

Chicago's Finest Mikey Rocks, Chuck Inglish & Carrera Lu on the same track for the "I'm Beamin" Remix?

It's going to be Epic...

G-Shock Big Case Combi Watches

G-Shock shows off some great new Big Case Combi Watches for spring. The monochrome “vivid” series is particularly dope. Look for these wherever finer G-Shocks are sold.

Via Highsnobiety

"Do you remember me? The guy from verse one?"

Dope wallpaper from a Lupe Fiasco quote from his new single "I'm Beamin." Click the pic to get the wallpaper and click here to listen to "I'm Beamin."

LASERS COMING SOON

Take a glimpse at NYC's nightlife...

Sam Sneed and The Chad give you a taste of what it's like to be a doorman....in New York City. Directed and Edited by Sam Sneed. Shot by Akshay B.

Click the links below to check out these interesting and informative episodes:

Episode 1:Sam Sneed and The Chad give the skinny on some of the "DO NOTs" when coming into a club.

Episode 2: Sam Sneed and The Chad negotiate the politics of the gate

Episode 3: Sam and The Chad talk about the "biggest misconceptions" about being a doorman.

Episode 4: Sam and The Chad swap stories with 2 fellow NYC doormen, Curtis and M.P.

Episode 5: Sam and The Chad talk about the "dark side" of being a doorman.

Season Finale: Sam and The Chad give shout-outs, and talk about fashion faux-pas.

Check out other work from Creative )=( Control, here

Enjoy.

Jack Spade Spring 2010 Bags & Accessories

I'm gonna have to cop one of these soon... Rolling around with my bland solid black backpack isn't cutting it.

New York-based Jack Spade takes stock in another solid delivery of bags and accessories for spring. Ranging from heavy canvas items to embossed leather bits, the collection is vast and well considered. Take a look here, you’re sure to find something that suits your needs. The waxwear offerings above are some of our favorites.

Via Highsnobiety

I used to be such a big fan of the Mets when I was growing up in NY. This is a definite must have for any die hard Mets fan memorabilia collection.


The New York Mets are the latest MLB team to join the Vans Vault Opening Day Collection. As will the rest of the series, the New York Mets Era LX will be limited to 12 pairs and restricted to a single retailer. Accompanied by a matching Majestic Authentic Jersey, these Eras will go on sale Monday, April 5th, exclusively at Premium Goods in Brooklyn. Stay tuned as more teams are revealed.

Premium Goods
347 5th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215
718.369.7477

Via Highsnobiety

Greedy Genius Ocean Runner LO

Greedy Genius hits us off with an updated silo called the Ocean Runner LO (OR-LO). The lower cut version of their popular Nautically-inspired Ocean Runner premieres in a waxed canvas, perfect for the warmer months ahead. Available at select GG retailers this May.

Via Highsnobiety

Karl Lagerfeld Coca-Cola Light Bottle

SAY AAHHH!!!

Coca-Coca enlisted the help of Karl Lagerfeld to design an aluminum Coca-Cola Light bottle. “The designer affixes his style and his famous silhouette on the bottle and delivers an exclusive creation with chic lines and also a unique box in limited edition, accompanied with a bottle-opener discreetly hidden in a drawer.” Assuming this isn’t an April Fools’ joke, they’ll be available from April 24th at colette.

Via Highsnobiety

XXL May 2010 Cover

"Makin sure the Young Money ship is never sinkin" - Drizzy

XXL

DAZED AND CONFUSED Cover: Tilda Swinton

Dazed and Confused cover Tilda Swinton

F.luxury.B

On The Down Load: CurT@!n$ "The Great Adventures of Dope Boy C: Dope for President"

Alright kids! Here ya go... another one from Mr. Dope himself. Click to mixtape cover to download.

Supra “Suprawood” Vaider Preview

BLACK & GOLD! BLACK & GOLD!

Supra previews a forthcoming 413 Edition Vaider, dubbed the "Suprawood." Featured of what to be TUF-grade heavy black canvas the sneaker features cut-out star details, good piping, waxed laces and a Hollywood style hang tag.

Via Highsnobiety

Ann-Sofie Back Dripping Sunglasses

I'M MELTING!!!

Ann Sofie debuted these dripping sunglasses at her Fall 2009 runway show. Via Highsnobiety
These dripping shades are available @ Openingceremony for $285. And ladies make sure to check out Ann's blog ANN-SOFIE BACK. I'm sure you'll like what you see.

On The Down Load: Curt@!n$ "The Great Adventures of Dope Boy C: WHSL Rebel Radio"

I truly believe that Curt@!n$ is one of the nicest rappers in New York right now. And its not just his rhymes its his style too that can only be described by the word DOPE. Check out his official site The High Life and his Myspace @ myspace.com/curtains Click the photo above to download his mixtape "The Great Adventures of Dope Boy C: WHSL Rebel Radio".

Peep dopeness at its greatness...

Chase Infinite, Fashawn & Curt@!n$ "730"

"730" - Chace Infinite x Fashawn x Curtains from The ICU on Vimeo.

FIRE!!! Curt@!n$ verse goin hard as usual.

T-Pain Inspired Good Wood chain...

(Good Wood N.Y.C.)

(T-Pain's Original)

Haha, this is pretty dope.

Via Esthero In Progress

My motto...

Patches by Supreme

On The Down Load: Chip Tha Ripper "The Cleveland Show"

A little late on this one but I thought you all would enjoy this man's music. Chip Tha Ripper "The Cleveland Show" Mixtape. Go ahead and click the mixtape cover to download.

Chip Tha Ripper "Feel Good"

Chip Tha Ripper - "Feel Good" [Official Music Video] from Mid C Media on Vimeo.

Off "The Cleveland Show" Mixtape

Chip Tha Ripper "Like That"

Chip Tha Ripper - "Like That" - [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO] from Mid C Media on Vimeo.

Off the "Cleveland Show Mixtape"

Play Cloths + G-Shock (Teaser)

Play Cloths unveiled a small glimpse of their collaboration with G-Shock to the people at Highsnobiety earlier today. The red time piece is packed in a red box with black and white strips and a custom brand designed on the top. The DW-6900 should be released very soon. Via highsnobiety

On The Down Load: Dom Kennedy "From Westside, With Love"

I first heard of Dom through Maestro Knows Vlog site (Epidsode 5) when he rolled with him a few months back. He spit a few bars and played a couple of verses from his mixtape and I thought he was amazing. He seems like a real dude (no fakes, no phonies) and his attitude reflects through his music. Check him out on his Myspace @ myspace.com/domkennedy and also his official website dopeitsdom.com. I also provided the link to download his latest mixtape "From Westside, With Love" if you click on his mixtape cover above. Hope you kids enjoy. PEACE.