Posted on 04 August 2008 by AJK
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to link up for lunch with Dave 1 whom I’m sure many of you know is 1/2 of Chromeo, the beloved and infectiously dope electro-funk duo pictured above.
I ordered the grilled chicken panini and a diet Coke, he ordered the smoked turkey wrap and an orange juice - Then I pressed record and the following conversation spanning everything from the beginnings of the band to the current state of hip-hop is what transpired…
Posted on 19 May 2008 by AJK
I was initially introduced to Surface to Air via a friend in Montreal that brought me down to Reborn some time ago. Since then I’ve made a point to stop at Odin when I make it out to NYC, IE here in Vancouver and Nomad in Toronto to get my fix in terms of gear. (Note: you can now also find it in select Barney’s stores if boutique-type stores are not carrying it in your neck of the woods).
Many of you may already be very familiar with Surface to Air’s garments and accessories - which in my personal opinion, rival and perhaps even blatantly surpass the large majority of more recognized designers in originality and execution. However, their creativity spans far beyond fashion and reaches into several other aspects of design including but not exclusive to: graphic design, art direction, video direction, interior design - and the list keeps going.
Working with everyone from Coca-Cola to Chromeo, I thought it might be a good idea to throw up this video that Adidas put together when Surface to Air designed a high top sneaker during the Adicolor campaign back in 2006. The video is well directed and gives you glimpse into a few of the creative minds behind brand.
I highly recommend spending a few minutes exploring the Surface to Air NYC website for a few more surprise collaborations you may not have known about. As well, hitting the Paris website is worth it just to see photos of the Paris store…amazing - Links Below
Posted on 21 April 2008 by AJK
Major collaboration numero deux for Justice and the Surface to Air design collective - the first being the critically acclaimed and MTV awarded video for “We Are Your Friends”.
This time around its leather and denim, which also happens to be limited edition - so be prepared to break out your W.A.L.L.E.T.
See Fashionwindows blog for more pics and info.
Posted on 08 April 2008 by DT
A bunch of new classic sneakers from Surface 2 Air will be released soon. These joints definitely have a summer flavor and feel to them. Light and durable with a subtle colors, ill. The high tops seem to be inspired by Chucks, while the rest of the collection has a similar feel to Vans. Look for these in stores soon. Hit the jump for more pictures.
Images: Blackbird
Posted on 21 February 2008 by AJK
Whoa…Raf Simons has really been killing it in the last while with his contributions to the world of kicks and these Pocket Trainers take the cake…Petty ecstacy dealers unite!!!..”Raf Simons shoes where I’m holdin all the work at, what you know about that??”..LOL..Jokes aside, it almost seems wrong to call them “kicks” because they’re seriously next level fashion for your feet.
