2010 has started well and we’re on our way to the Year Of The Tiger. They’re saying that Tiger’s Year should be a prosperous one. 2009 was full of hard work and steady progress and hopefully everything this year will run like a charm. Speaking of running, you need good shoes to run. That said I’m gonna get started with the first kicks edition of 2010. I guess we will see some tie ins between the “Stuff to Wear” and Kicks editions in the future but hey when it comes to clothing and accessories everything’s related and connected. This year’s first kicks edition could also be called the Purple Edition as I’m just sharing some ideas on this seasonal color.

But first a pair of kicks that pack a huge hype, DJ AM Nike Dunk Hi.

Pictures courtesy of highsnobiety.com

The sneakers have been subject to plenty of online and offline discussion and available in limited numbers through selected retailers. The shoes that were originally launched as a part of DJ Rivalry pack, but following the death of DJ AM, the rivalry part has been taken out. DJ AM was a known sneaker freak so the kicks feature number of great details from DJ AM logo on the tongue, contrast red and black patent leather, silver swoosh and dots on the heels representing the marks on turntables. The shoes have what it takes to be a classic, just like the man behind the shoe…

…RIP DJ AM.

So instead of presenting a huge number of recent kick releases I will only discuss the color purple and its use in the shoe biz. It’s great to see quite a few brands bringing out fresh purple kicks though the subject of whether guys can wear purple kicks and still look cool, has interestingly popped up in few online and offline chats lately. Personally I find the purple color to be a fresh alternative to the traditional sneaker colors though some folks seem to feel that the color is more associated with pimps, players and hustlers. And by players I’m not referring to Kobe Bryant, heh.

Picture courtesy of highsnobiety.com

But yeah, I mean Yuko Ishida made purple kicks look real fresh on the KIKS TYO -tee.

But is that just it? Do folks in general associate purple color kicks as just ladies wear? I see no reason why you could not rock a pair of purple Dunks instead of the fresh white ones. Although I do have to admit this color requires a bit more color coordination if you care about such a thing. I am actually in pursuit of a pair of purple kicks as I am writing this. I need a perfect pair and I do not limit myself to any particular brand. They can be Dunks, AF 1′s, Adidas, Supras any brand as long as the kicks look fresh, clean, purple and come in size 14 US. So suggestions are welcome, heh.

Finally an awesome clip from Cool Hunting about Nike’s flagship store in Tokyo. I posted the clip on our Facebook page and on Twitter but I’ll post it here too once more for the blog’s sake. Pictures speak a thousand words, so video I guess speaks millions. Be easy everyone, I’m out like the 80′s…

As the previous Pumps, these are part of the very same 20th  Anniversary collection. This particular model, however, was designed by Stolen Riches in Toronto and tailored specifically to the harsh winters of Canada. These kicks sport a perforated leather tongue for maximum breathability and a teflon treated outer shell to waterproof the shoes, with an inlaid leather lining keeping the feet warm. It may come as no surprise, but these qualities would make this pair ideal to Finland as well. Too bad these have been limited to 31 pairs, as were the other models of the collection.

And now for something completely different!

Charm City Cakes has created an AT-AT cake. Ridiculously cool. The tiny nerd-bit of my beating heart went wild, and the rather larger empty pit of my belly went even wilder after seeing this piece of sugary sweetness. Speechless. And awesomely impressed.

Picture courtesy of Nerd Bastards.

Thursdays are great. You know, weekend is just behind the corner and usually you’re starting to formulate plots for the next few days.

Today was also a mail day, heh. Received a new batch of Tees courtesy of KIKS TYO, thus this Thursday was indeed KIKS TYOlicious.

You know when you get the new stuff coming, in the first feelings you got are excitement and awe for the new products. But there is more to it. Once you have adored the fresh gear, you need to get to work. Check the invoice and see that everything’s in order and then settle the pre-orders and accounts etc. Well let’s just say there is a thing or two to do but it’s all good, because you get your hands on the fresh gear, haha.

Just few pics of the new Limited Edition Tees you can expect to see on the site shortly.

Right on. Don’t want to give out everything at once so stay tuned, new tees are on their way and available on the NDH site shortly. Remember to check the on-going Back to School promotion still on until Monday 31st of August.

Life’s good so cherish it. Take it easy y’all. Peace…

It’s already Wednesday and life’s good. Fully recovered from the pesky flu and got plenty of much anticipated updates done.

We have now released rest of the new KIKS TYO tees online. Plenty of fresh designs for the SS09. Similar to majority of the KIKS TYO releases, the tees are all available in limited numbers only. We already introduced the new Shanadoo Mix Pack Tee while back. Below some closeups and information of the other new designs.

KIKS TYO x Aya Kiguchi – Metro Tee
Fresh new KIKS TYO release that features one of the recent KIKS TYO muses Aya Kiguchi.

KIKS TYO x Yuko Ishida – Tropical Tee
A tropical summer release that features Yuko Ishida, one of KIKS TYO’s regular muses.

KIKS TYO – 3rd Anniversary Tee
Colorful new tee that celebrates the brand’s 3rd Anniversary. Fresh…

KIKS TYO – Sneaker Baby Tee
Limited Edition Sneaker Baby tee shirt influenced by the the artwork of of late Notorious B.I.G’s Ready to Die album.

Another day, another step in the journey of life and we’re enjoying every moment of it. Check out the tees and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us for clarification.