Drops
Uniqlo x Kaws
Uniqlo and Kaws team up for the last time to present a traditional Kaws summer collaboration with Uniqlo. Price points that are accessible to everyone, featuring Kaws graphics on T-Shirts and Tote bags. Featuring interpretations of previos and new works.
Launches : 6th June 2019
Yeezy 700 V2 Vanta
The Yeezy 700 V2 Vanta sees a worldwide release following a limited pre-sale last week. The model features mesh uppers with dark grey suede overlays. Releasing in a varying sizes ensuring that everyone has a opportunity to purchase.
Launches : 6th June 2019
Links for raffles : END, Adidas, Seven Store
Undercover x Nike ‘Daybreak’
The model is a revised take on the 1979’s Nike Tailwind. A speckled, plastic heel piece has been added to the design that gives the pair a more futuristic appearance. The rest of the sneaker maintains its traditional nylon upper with suede overlays. Undercover branding is stamped on the lateral midsole and tongue tag.
Launches : 6th June 2019
Links for raffles : SNKRS
Kith x Tom & Jerry
Kith team up with iconic duo Tom & Jerry. Included in the KITH x Tom & Jerry collection is a blue hoodie, featuring a cartoonish KITH logo on the chest with the duo popping out from either end of the pouch. A fun joyous play on a cartoon classic.
Launches : 3rd June 2018 at Kith Retailers
Yeezy Boost 350 V2
Adidas return with a all black colour way in the Yeezy Boost 350 V2. Featuring reflective hits of throughout. The shoe is subtle but also screams loud at the same time.
Launches : June 7th
Link for raffles : Adidas
Nike ‘BETRUE’ Pride Pack
Celebrate Pride Month the rainbow inspired Nike BETRUE pack. The capsule includes Benassi JDIslides, Air Tailwind 79, Air Max 90, Zoom Pegasus Turbo and finally the Air Max 720. The drop will also be accompanied with a clothing drop.
Available Now at Nike
Pop Up Shops & Sample Sales
Jaffa Studios Pop Up Shop
London’s very own Jaffa Saba presents a workshop and exhibition at the Great Truman Brewery. Well known for deconstructing and reconstructing product as well as being innovative with footwear, the designer has slowly built a presence within the DIY scene. The workshop session will include denim panelling and a rubber dipping workshop.
Location : Great Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London, E1 6QR
Dates : 8th & 9th June 2019
Noah Sample Sale
Started by Brendon Babenzien, Noah is an NYC based streetwear label focusing on an environmentally sustainable and ethical business. Fusing streetwear aesthetics with classic menswear elements, the brand has cemented itself within the culture. There’s bound to be a great selection of product available at the sample sale.
Location : 22-23 Little Portland St, Fitzrovia, London W1W 8BU
Dates : 3rd & 6th June 2019 : 12:00AM – 7:00PM
Jehu-Cal Pop Up Shop
Started by Jehu-Cal Emmanuel Enemokw at the age of 17, the brand has been active in the streetwear scene for the past 4 years. Completely unisex, the brand’s approach carves a new path by creating collections that are designed for women and men alike. The pop up includes giveaways, competitions and a chance to be in the look-book.
Location : Great Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London, E1 6QR
Dates : 8th & 9th June 2019
Exhibitions
Faith Ringgold at Serpentine Galleries
The ground-breaking work of Faith Ringgoldis is celebrated in this exhibition at the Serpentine Galleries, her first in a European institution. Hailing from Harlem, New York, the artist is a painter, writer, mixed media sculptor and performance artist, best known for her narrative quilts.
Location : Serpentine Galleries,Kensington Gardens, London W2 3XA
untitled 2019 (the form of the flower is unknown to the seed)
Taking place at the ICA, Rirkrit Tiravanija is known for a practice that overturns traditional exhibition formats in favour of social interactions through the sharing of everyday activities such as cooking, eating and reading. Creating environments that reject the primacy of the art object, and instead focus on use value and the bringing of people together through simple acts and environments of communal care, Tiravanija’s work challenges expectations around labour and virtuosity.
Location : ICA ,The Mall, St. James’s, London SW1Y 5AH
Date : 7th June 2019 – 6th June 2020
Parties
Tres Rasche Pop Up Opening Party
Tres Rasche present an exclusive presentation of their SS20 collection with a pop up opening party. Hosted at Axel Arigato, the line up includes Jamo Beatz, Bossy LDN, Tiffany Calver and Gully Guy Leo. Make sure to RSVP here.
Location : Axel Arigato, 19-23 Broadwick Street, London, W1F 0DF
Date : 7th June 2019 : 7:30PM – 10:30PM
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