Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
Acapulco Gold 'Dead Presidents' Fitted Caps
Acapulco Gold has started shipping their Dead Presidents fitted caps produced by New Era. Inspired by Nas' famous line from The World Is Yours song, these caps feature the portraits of Washington & Lincoln taken from the $1 and $5 bills dye-sublimated on the embroidery for a nice effect. The caps remain classy all-around with solid navy or black bodies and green under visors. You can cop yours now through AG Online and official dealers.
Images: Acapulco Gold
The NBA Finals Snapback Collection by Mitchell & Ness
With the playoffs in full effect, Mitchell & Ness has released the official throwback NBA Finals snapback collection. These exclusive pieces highlight various NBA Finals logos between 1996 and 2003. Each year is represented with two separate color ways or fabrics, such the 1996 Finals in either all black wool or a 2 tone version in duck canvas. The 2000 Finals cap is represented in an all white cotton option or a 2tone cream with black visor. All caps feature secondary trophy hits on the back plus Mitchell & Ness branding on the side panels. These snapbacks were released a few weeks ago and can still be found at the Mitchell & Ness Flagship store, Mitchellandness.com and official dealers nationwide.
Nobis Spring 2011 Headwear
Canadian based, Nobis, is back with their unique remixes of staple headwear pieces for Spring 2011. Below is a quick snap shot of a few pieces from their huge spring offering. First up is the Ivy cap, which is reconstructed with new cut panels, some nice piping details, and offered in a variety of fabrics such as cotton linens, denim, and a burlap option shown below. Next is the Nobis Ivy cap, also molded in unique cut seams and highlighted with elastic sweatbands and inside linings. Finally, step out a bit with their latest Fedora hat edition. If you are looking for a lightweight option, this is it. Made with cotton linen, the hat is surrounded with a pleated contrast band and sheer-cotton lining. Not too much over the top but just enough to get you noticed. Each hat is now available through Nobis online and official dealers worldwide.
Images: Nobis
The Ampal Creative 'Wild In The Streets' Denim Snapback Caps
The Ampal Creative recently dropped some new acid wash, denim caps to kick off the Spring season. These new pieces are constructed of 100% cotton denim, which are locally sourced in LA. Even though the denim weight gives the crown structure, it still manages to snug into a relaxed fit because of no back buckram support. The Wild In The Streets caps are locally made in LA and can be purchased through The Ampal Creative store or official dealers!
Images: The Ampal Creative
ONLY NY 'Vintage Hat Series' Spring Release
ONLY NY is back with two new editions to their expanding Vintage Hat Series. These new styles continue the mix of fun and vintage cotton prints cut to limited production runs. Both caps are made in the USA. Get yours now through ONLYNYLIVES.com.
Coat Of Arms "Smoked Out Subway Series" Snapbacks by Mitchell & Ness
Here is a friendly reminder about Coat Of Arms NYC Smoked Out Subway Series collection, already in stores, which includes Champion Raglan shirts, custom Rosewood one-hitters from GoodWood NYC and the snapback caps below by none other than Mitchell & Ness. The cap selection is made up of the primary purp n black cap with COA crest on the front and an all black on black version (not shown). Another style offered are the official COA NY interlock logo on Bronx Navy or Queens Royal Blue. Nice and crisp embroidery for all front graphics plus COA side hit and Mitchell & Ness script on the back. All four caps are now available through Coat Of Arms Clinton St store or COA online.