Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
Berberjin x CA4LA Fedora Hats
CA4LA, considered one of the most unique hat spots in Japan, has connected with Berberjin boutique to bring forth some vintage style Fedora Hats. These unique hats are a perfect offering amongst the huge selection of used clothing at the Berberjin locations in Harajuku. The hats are made of wool felt with semi pinched crowns and feature tonal grosgrain ribbons finished with bows. The curved 1 1/2 brims are edged with extra fabric. Available in taupe or black options, strictly at Berberjin or CA4LA.
Image: CA4LA
Dope Couture 'Dope Army' Snapback Caps
Dope Couture keeps expanding their head game by introducing two new snapbacks caps. The release offers two choices of either the Tiger Stripe Camouflage or solid black, Coup D'eTat Dope Army cap. Both styles add on to Dope's recent Spring 11 release of exclusive cut n sew and tees. Get both caps now through Dope Couture Online.
Images: Dope Couture
LEADERS 1354 'ldrs' Script Fitted Preview
Leaders 1354 gives us a preview of one of their upcoming fitteds for Fall 2011. The caps feature a scriptive 'ldrs' word mark in clean, raised embroidery. Shown here are the cotton fleece and navy wool options. These are due to drop later this year at Leaders.
Image: Leaders1354
All Black DOPE Snapback Cap by The Ampal Creative
The Stampd’ Dope Collection and Los Angeles based head wear label The Ampal Creative, are back with Round 3 of the Dope snapback caps. This time in a Murdered Out, All Black Everything color way. The caps feature tonal logo embroideries on either side, “secret stash pocket” under the crown, and West Coast embroidery detail above the snaps. With such a large following of people inquiring about these hats, they increased their production from previous runs but still holding to 100pcs. This snapback is available now exclusively through the Stampd’ and Ampal online only.
Image / Video / Text: The Ampal Creative
Adapt x Breezy Excursion SHARK Snapback Cap
The Bay is united behind the Sharks hockey team as they continue their run towards the Stanley Cup. In recognition of the team's hot streak, Adapt and Breezy Excursion, both from The Bay, connect on the SHARK snapback cap. The design features the SJ initials blended into the SHARK word for a clever graphic approach. The crown is made from black-washed, pigment-dyed cotton while the brim is made of wool. Other hightlights include a nice green under brim and co-branded inside labeling/taping. You can purchase one now through Adapt or Breezy online.
Image: Adapt / Breezy Excursion
Override x Fuji Bicycles Low Pro Bike Caps
Simon Taylor, a founding member of London based creative agency TOMATO, has connected with Japan's Override and Fuji Bicycles for a select run of "Low Pro" Bike Caps. Each cap is made with basic cotton twill and features custom, graphic prints on the front panels and top brims. All crowns are cut shorter than usual for a full, slope fit to the head and roughly 2 inch brims. These low pro caps have elastic back straps for a wide range of head sizes. You can buy these special caps now through Arth Hat Stores located in Costa Mesa and NYC.
Images: Arth