Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
Aurajen 46: S11 'Volcano' Snapback Cap
Independent brand, Aurajen46 is set to release a new wave of caps starting with their Volcano Snapback for Summer 2011. A46's first cap line set the foundation with mostly black and their signature orange logo. The 2011 Volcano snapback brings back the pinwheel crown with red/ slate grey/ black panel blocking and alternate-colored eyelets. Made of wool blend, the front panels sport the A46 symbol in raised embroidery and official brand wordmark on the back. Another detail worth mentioning is the slick, black suede on the under brim, which is embroidered with their Konscious Generation motto. Pre-orders for the Volcano snapback cap begin this week on Aurajen46.com and the official, release jump off July 4th. Stay posted for more from A46's Summer 11 line.
Mitchell & Ness NBA "Diamond" Snapback Caps
Here is another one from Mitchell & Ness, which is actually in stores now. Inspired by Logo Athletic's Pro Line series, Mitchell & Ness brings it back with team centered logos and league logos on the back. Each cap is made of 100% wool, tight side embroidery, raised arch wordmarks and green under brims. The Diamond series is available in NBA Hardwood Classics, NHL Vintage and NFL Throwbacks. Some teams are even offered in classic cream crowns with 2T visors. The Diamond snapbacks are available through the Mitchell & Ness flagship store plus various other cap shops online such as ECAP, Hatland and Footsoldiers to name a few. Stay posted for the other leagues.
Mitchell & Ness NFL Arch Helmet Snapback Caps
Mitchell & Ness continues their drive upward with their latest version of the NFL Arch Snapbacks but this time with team helmets. Regardless of whether or not the NFL gets their act together, these gems definitely touch on that throwback feel bringing back the best memories of a team. All caps are wool with contrast visors, raised team helmets and standard M&N back branding. These NFL Arch Helmet snapbacks are about to hit shelves exclusively at Champs Sports first and expanded to other shops later this year.
Williamsport Crosscutters Official On-Field Cap Designed by The Clink Room
It's been a minute since we've had The Clink Room on the UA but the drought is over with this latest custom fitted cap for the Williamsport Crosscutters, Single-A affiliate team of the Philadelphia Phillies. As usual, Jason & Casey serve up their unique, creative talents to come up with a fresh Santa inspired/lumberjack character. The graphic style and character pay homage to Williamsport's heritage of once being known as "Lumber Capital Of The World". The cap uses deep scarlet for the crown and navy top button and visor. The back features the Minor League Baseball logo and all caps come with Clink Room's removable patch. Get yours now through Clink Room online store and local team shops carrying Minor League teams.
Image: The Clink Room
New Summer 2011 ONLY Vintage 5-Panel Hats
One of our favorite independent hat brands is back with another fresh batch of Vintage 5-Panel Hats. As usual, ONLY hand picks deadstock vintage fabrics and produces these gems in extremely limited quantities. So limited, in fact, that they only produced 3 pcs of the Vintage Orchard Hat worldwide. All hats are available exclusively through ONLY online store and made in the USA! Get yours!
Images: ONLY
Adidas NBA 2011 Draft Caps
As seen on-court during the Mavs-Heat NBA Finals showdown, the caps seen below make their debut next week as this year's official NBA Draft Cap for 2011.
Featuring adidas ClimaCool® tech and flexible fit sweatbands, this year's authentic NBA Draft Caps sport logos in white raised embroidery over sublimated front panels. The sublimated print graphic fades the team color crown into white top visors for a refreshing blend of design and performance all the while keeping it simple and clean. Look for these to drop online or at an authentic NBA retailer near you.