Futura x Nike Sportswear x Be True : Syracuse Orangemen Stadium Jacket

If you follow me on twitter you probably know that I have been really busy lately. And the first story I come back with picks up where I left off with Futura. Known to be a big Syracuse fan, Futura, has collaborated with Nike and their Be True To Your School campaign to apply his artwork to a Stadium Jacket for Syracuse University. Putting his own spin on the Syracuse "Orangemen" Mascot and applying his own special font to the letting on the jacket has made this jacket one that has caught my attention even though I am not a big watcher of college basketball . I am however a fan of all NY teams and the artwork of Futura which resulted in both colorways of the jacket coming out very well.

Last night Nike Sportswear had an event at their 21 Mercer Street Location to kick off the launch of the collection that not only includes these jackets but a N98 track jacket, hoodie and t-shirt; All in 2 different colorways.









The Futura x Nike Sportswear N98 Track Jackets



Source: Freshnessmag & NiceKicks

Reversible OriginalFake x Gallery 1950 Jacket

Another pretty cool collaboration between Kaws label "OriginalFake" and Gallery 1950, a company normally known for their various collaboration making floor mats, is this incredible black satin jacket. Using the attention to detail that both companies are known for, all of the embroidery in this jacket are sewn in which I guess is what explains the ¥60,900 (Approx. $659 USD) price tag. Either way the jacket is pretty cool.
Available now at Honeyee

Mishka x Phenomenon Leather Keep Watch Jacket

My eyes literally bugged out when I saw this jacket. I am a big fan of all things "Keep Watch" from Mishka. There's something about that eyeball that I really like and for their Holiday '09 season Mishka has teamed up with Japanese based clothing line Phenomenon to make a leather version of their Keep Watch Coach Jacket. The jacket features a chenille tonal applique of "Phenomenon" written in Russian on the back with a full color Phenomenon Arm-Loop pattern lining. The jacket will be available at select locations including the Mishka store at 350 Broadway as well as at the Mishka web store.

The Sartorialist x Burberry : Art of the Trench

British fashion house Burberry has an interesting new concept for their Art of the Trench campaign. They are taking pictures of regular people in the streets of major cities including NY, London and Berlin, wearing different variatons of their iconic trench coat. The best part is that Burberry has used world famous street photographer Scott Schuman a.k.a. The Sartorialist to take all of the pictures. Check it out.

URSUS Bape Melton Jacket

As much as I want to leave A Bathing Ape in my fashion past, there is always something that they put out that draws me right back in. Bape puts out an URSUS collection every year and this year's collection includes their Melton Jacket. The jacket made of melton wool comes in two colorways and is styled after the classic college jacket, which is probably what drew me in. The jacket has a very vintage look to it, even though its a new item. And the best part is that the front of the jacket is very clean and basic while the back features a fully embroidered graphic. I would definitely wear this on a nice autumn night while I was hanging out. Very Cool.
This Jacket will be available on November 11th at Bape the flagship store here in NYC at 91 Greene Street

Cool Cats x Wind+Horns Varsity Jacket

I guess this is a week of things finally going public.After several teasers, the Cool Cats finally make their Varsity Jacket alongside Wings + Horns available to the public. Worked up in two different colorways, the jacket features a variety of premium details, including soft leather sleeves, ED REC monogram interior lining, a Melton wool body, and Cool Cats logo on the chest, designed by So-Me. Both a Blue/Brown and Black/Black piece is available, each limited to only 50 units. Available now through the Cool Cats

Burberry x Liberty Limited Edition Trenchcoat

The ever-classic trench coat is one of the few staples that works with any closet. A good trench coat is a definitive investment piece and this season we see a new take on the classic in pleasing results. To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of London Fashion Week, Burberry teamed up with Liberty to create two limited editions of trench coats for men and women that will “reflect the mood and direction of the moment, whilst retaining integrity of its design and function”. The men’s version in black features a classic knee-length silhouette with an added detail underneath the collar. The underside of the collar is lined in a purple lining and topped off with an adjustable buckle strap that looks sharp with collar popped. Available in an extremely limited run of 25, the trench coats are individually numbered and will go on sale on Sep 18.



Source: Freshness

Junya Wantanabe for Comme des Garcon Fall/Winter Releases

For Fall/Winter 2009 Junya Wantanabe has created a very cool collection for Comme des Garcon. The hunting/workwear inspired collection continues to impress. In this release new down vests have released, along with some very nice jackets and shirts. The vests and jackets come with premium leather details and enforcements, as well as typical outdoor fabrics, including gingham, herringbone and plaid. The new collection is now available at Colette

WTAPS x Supreme Award Jacket

WTAPS will once again be working with Supreme to bring you an "Award Jacket" from WTAPS FAll/Winter 2009 Collection. This wouldn't be the 1st time that these two have worked with each other and hopefully not the last. The jacket is reversible and should be coming out in the coming weeks.