Friday, June 29, 2007

Kanye's New Video

Here's Kanye's new video for his single "Stronger" off of Graduation, slated to release this August. This video has a distinct Japanese theme to it taking inspiration from the anime film Akira and featuring scenes in the BBC/Ice Cream and A Bathing Ape stores in Japan. Enjoy!

Back to School Already?

For many, school has just ended, but Nike has released samples from its new Back to School pack honoring the school supplies of yesteryear. Included in the pack are three sneakers, comprised of a Dunk Hi, Air Max 90, and Vandal.
The Dunk Hi takes obvious design cues from the old marble notebooks, with an all over notebook cover print and loose leaf lines on the side panel.
Taking inspiration from an Elmer's Glue bottle is the Air Max 90, featuring patent leather material and glitter glue-like accents along with a graffiti artist's take on Elmer on the foot bed.
Rounding out the trio is the Crayola box in Vandal form. This shoe is suede material all around featuring crayons along the foot bed. This pack should definitely be on your "School Supplies" list. Look for these to drop in stores around late August. Images courtesy of Sneaker Freaker and Hypebeast.

Glow in the Dark Bike?

Check out this sick new BMX bike by NYC-based Brooklyn Machine Works. They are only producing ten of these special bikes to commemorate their 10th anniversary, one of which will be featured in Twista's new video for his single "Give It Up," featuring Pharrell. Images courtesy of Hypebeast.

Thursday, June 28, 2007

Ayo!

This will be the summer e-headquarters for Ayofranfif Streetwear. If you don't already know what the Ayo brand is, it is more than merely clothing. It is a movement that aims to gradually further the development of a living, breathing street culture that the Ayofranfif name strives to establish its presence in. At the moment, our company is in its infancy, but as we progress, we will update you on our designs, our lives, and our observations on life, liberty and the pursuit of the hottest pair of kicks.