My favorite UATW motto:

"Whatever you do, look good doing it" BTW This is Jose..AM for Beverly. He his going to ICE himself...(see the thingy has diamonds... ice...vvc...hmmmm) Anyway it's a cool belt buckle that the TSA just hates.

Who says China is making counterfeit Jordans??

This is why you buy things from authorized dealers, at real stores, with fancy stuff like their name printed on the shopping bags....Check the link....Shady

http://www.shoeskiss.com/

Wow! Who would have ever thought.....

After working with Yves Saint Laurent and departing to create a new menswear image for Dior Homme, Hedi Slimane will no longer be designing for the renowned line with the hopes of getting his own line started. As understood, negotiations started to go downhill when Slimane's contract ended last July. Dior was willing to back the Hedi Slimane Brand, but Slimane could not see giving up the the ownership of his name.As reported, differences over the estimated value of the Hedi Slimane Brand ultimately caused the stalemate.Dior is looking for the new look of it's men's wear. They have been looking to Kris Van Assche who has previously worked with Slimane for seven years. (Van Assche pictured)
-Submitted by Kevin Satterwhite 11

DIPSET ESSAY CONTEST 4TLFI....

True love False Idol’s motto is: ‘I’m in love with a lifestyle I can’t Afford’. That rings true to so many of us, yet all in a different way. I think we do it to simply to keep us alive…just to get us out of bed in today’s world…to give some quarry to the hunter in all of us. Yet all of us chase different things for different reasons. Write us a 200 word quip about what you are chasing, why it matters and how you are rolling. Thoughtful ones will be posted up on the blog and the winner (or winners) will get an ultra limited edition TLFI Tee shirt. Your friends will feel it but they can’t floss it. In fact the founders of TLFI will sign the thing and tell you how they roll. Entries are due in no later than April 23 and must be honest and thoughtful. Don’t worry about how you say it…just get it said. All entries will be judged by the designers of TLFI. This contest is open to anyone who is reading this blog. Submit your Essay to Tim@upagainstthewall.com with the words "TLFI ESSAY" in the subject

Too Hard for your Momma....

Back in the day, designer Maurice Malone made a name for himself as one of the originators of hip hop fashion. The legendary designer still continues to design premium denim. This season Malone has released a limited edition jean. Only 300 pairs of the jean will be made, and each piece will be signed by Malone himself on the pocket bag and cuff. The jean is adorned with gold embroidery and rhinestones for that bliNg effect.

For more great posts like this one check the source I stole it from... www.wearethemarket.com ('tis a special place)

-LaborUnit23

Denim Of Virtue...

How Do You Wear Your Virtue?--Denim of Virtue CEO "Tad" Talks the Talk and How to Wear the Denim of Virtue Styles!! Fashiontribes Denim Blog and PODCCAST!! Besides the annoying lady who is doing the interviewing- The discussion is amazingly candid and informative. Toward the end of the interview- Tad tells you how to fit each body type. VERY VERY USEFULL.

NOTE- I recommend you check this post when you have speakers...they make all the difference... CLICK HERE TO HEAR THE PODCAST. -LU23

Inside the Beltway fashion blog

For those of you in our Nation's capitol, check out Pandahead.blogspot.com
A fashion blog devoted soley to the District's unique sense of style. Lots of pics from around G-town, Adams Morgan and Dupont...anyone you know?

Evisu keep's it real

The United States is set to receive it’s first North American Evisu flagship store this summer in New York’s SOHO district. This new store will give it’s shoppers the ability to acquire products never before available directly to the US public. Much like the Evisu stores in Japan, this new store will provide demonstrations of Evisu’s trademark Gullwing paintings on denim as well as give customers the chance to personalize their own denim.

Although this stores purpose is obviously a retailer first and foremost, it can also be considered an ever evolving gallery of Asian culture as well. There are plans to do exhibitions promoting various Asian artists with inaugural artist being large scale oil painter Simon Birch of Hong Kong. Concluding the list of interactive features is a proposed screening area to give some customers their first taste of Japanese films.

Evisu
92 Greene St.
New York, NY 10012

Source: Hypebeast.com
Image: CoolHunting.com

From our Friends at Upper Playground

"SHOW ME YOUR HEART" BY ESTEVAN ORIOL AND YASUMASA YONEHARA
Upper Playground in association with FIFTY24SF Gallery is pleased to present Show Me Your Heart

Never failing to deliver only the best in contemporary art, FIFTY24SF Gallery has brought together internationally-renowned photographers, Estevan Oriol and Yasumasa “Yone” Yonehara, for one highly anticipated exhibit. The show reveals the subcultures of Los Angeles and Tokyo interpreted through two vastly different camera lenses. Though they share the inspiration of beautiful women for this show, each image is a reflection of the artist’s own distinct professional and cultural backgrounds.

Estevan Oriol(www.estevanoriol.com) began his career in the entertainment industry in the late 80s as a club bouncer at several of Los Angeles’ most popular hip hop clubs and infamous Hollywood hangouts. In 1995 he began his exploration of photography, discovering his talent in capturing the raw essence of street life. Within a short time, he became featured in dozens of magazines worldwide including The Source, Details, Vibe, The Fader and Rolling Stone. Oriol is one of the creative directors and partners of SA Studios in Los Angeles, a creative agency he formed with recognized tattoo artist, Mister Cartoon. In addition to exhibiting his photography worldwide, Estevan still finds time to direct music videos for such groups as Cypress Hill, D12, Linkin Park and Blink 182 as well as feature films.

Yasumasa “Yone” Yonehara (www.loveyone.com) is the founder of Egg Magazine, a Japanese photo periodical that features a candid look at ganguro girls on the streets of Japan. He is known for his poloaroids of semi-erotic images of women which has landed him projects with American Apparel and editorals for magazines such as Dazed & Confused, Warp and Vice. As an editor, creative director and photographer, Yone has published numerous books and continues to exhibit worldwide.

April 5-29, 2007
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 5, 2007 from 7-9:30 p.m.
Press Preview: Thursday, April 5, 2007. 5 pm – 7 pm, RSVP Mandatory

Get to know Joe...

As a huge dubstep fan I am thrilled to see some 'spect.

Ty loves your mom....

What does "De Puta Madre" actually mean? To find out, I was able to assemble top lingual experts from Harvard, Princeton, and UDC to discuss the true meaning of the elusive phrase "De Puta Madre" Let's ask the experts....
Actaully...Let's not. Experts always give these 'ivory tower','over the top', and way to complicated answers...So screw em. Let's go to the man on the street...

I decided the best way to learn more about this phrase was to stand on the busy corner of Wisconsin and Mst here in DC. I would simply shout "DE PUTA MADRE" at the top of my lungs and wait for reactions from the crowds...From this experiment I learned that "De Puta Madre" might mean "please look at me with hatred" or "whisper to your friends while pointing at me" one gentleman was so taken with my prose he rushed me only to be stopped by his clearly jealous friends...the jury was still out, there were still too many possiblities. I decided to ask the one person who I trust...my mom. She cleared it up right away by telling me it is a sweet way of saying "Your Mom is Beautiful and Loves You". So to all our readers, clients and staff...
DE PUTA MADRE !

We went South

Yesterday Ruth and I made a trip to the land of milk and honey...The VB. We wanted to peep the stores in the area and get some ideas for future product and cultural events. We had an excellent adventure. While in the stores I had the staff show me thier favorite items and here is what we came up with.

Kristen of Military was a big fan of the new Rocksmith and Jeepney.
(Rocksmith)

(Jeepney)

Heather of Lynnhaven was excited about BB Dakota and Analog

(BB Dakota)

(Analog)

Daimond and Dionne of Military were on point with their love of the new Magazine "Antenna" This rag actually means something to the industry and client alike. The layout is clean, the styles are relevant, the articals are written with more than a bit of thought. I love this Mag. Check thier site at www.antennamag.com/








All the stores we visited looked great. Thanks for the trip.
-LU23

Style Watch: Sunglasses

Two of my favorite styles of sunglasses are coming back in a big way. The Oakley Frogskins and the RayBan Wayfarer. Everyone from Buddy Holly to the Beastie Boys have worn one style or the other. But be on the lookout for a resurgence of these styles.
Supreme has some Frogskins coming out in April heres a sneak preview


And here are some 80's wayfarers


Dont sleep on this style. Ebay, thrift stores, and even the local sunglass hut can hook you up to some extent.

-James K. #03

Alife Rivington Club @ Riottt

On July 22, 2006, John Mayer and Just Blaze met at Alife Rivington Club's private courtyard to perform a gene-spanning jam session for a hand-picked, invite-only audience. Prior to linking up on stage, the heavy-hitting musical mavens had never met or spoken. What transpired after Just dropped his first beat and John strummed his first notes was nothing short of spectacular. You Must Check it out: @ www.riottt.com . In order to watch the entire set you have to register with your email and a password. I have been a member for a while and have never been sent anything from them. Not to mention there are other great videos of events and interviews and amazing art, and fashion, and photographs, and essays and, and, and...check it www.riottt.com. -Labor Unit 23

Streetwear Book...

For those who don't aready know Steven Vogel Book STREET WEAR is dropping. On his book Steven says on his Hypebeast Blog..."What I wanted to achieve with this book is not really that simple to answer with one statement. I wanted to gather all my friends, colleagues and people that have inspired me in one way or other and get them to sit around a table, eat some BBQ and drink beers and talk about our experiences, thoughts, fears, goals and opinions about the subject of streetwear and subsequently this sub culture which has, for all of his, turned from fan, life to work and hopefully still encompasses all these facets." Check out his blog at; http://www.hypebeast.com/stevenvogel/2007/03/26/streetwear-the-book/

Posted by- LaborUnit23

The owners of MOB roll thick...

Meet the Owner of Married to the MOB. Leah runs the company entirely by herself... Design, Distribution, Marketing, Production, PR ...all of it. Most Official Bitches. The line is out of NYC and What you see is what you get. Leah is as real as they come and has an amazing collection of tops and Jackets. One of the few ladies lines that I am praying comes out with something for the fellas...or at least really fat chicks so I can wear it too. Check out thier site http://marriedtothemobnyc.com
for all kinds of amazing stuff to see. Mosdef check thier blog and movies...
-Labor Unit 23

Hellz Bellz vs. Claire of CS06

Claire can be found at Commander Salamander
in Washington DC.
Hellz Bellz can be found at UATW.
or www.hellz-bellz.com

We love B.J.

If you don't know who Betesy Johnson is...Shame on You. She has been driving fashion from behind the scenes since you were "knee high to a grasshopper". Her style is "whimsy couture" with a floral and lace overtone that is elegant but still remains realistic and approachable. And now she is doing the handbags we all knew she should... goto

www.upagainstthewall.com/betseyjohnson.htm to see more

It's Money....

British food is quite possibly the worst food on the planet. One would think that after conquering the vast majority of the world at one point or another, they would have maybe brought something home to eat. But besides curry, it’s all bland, gnarly slop.
On the other hand the British have done an amazing job with culture in general. STOP. I know what you are thinking…”The UK is a bunch of boring people who like to hunt foxes and riot at Manchester United Games.”….Which is absolutely true, except for those who live in London. The Londoner, in general, is one of the best dressed peoples in the world. Take the London based clothing line “MONEY” for example.

I walk through the men’s buying department on a daily basis…I see many, many, many clothing lines and while most are great, rarely do I stop the meeting so I can explore what I am seeing. MONEY stopped me in my tracks. Only two years old, the line has created a revolution in Europe with it’s amazing design and quality standards. With designers from London, Milan and Tokyo, the result is the fanaticism for detail from Japan, Italian obsession with quality, and British irreverence and wit. The result is Money. April Walker, (who has been in the game for a minute, and a big player in the same) is Money’s rep for UATW. She noticed my ‘deer in the headlamps’ gaze at the line and was sweet enough to unpack the whole kit and caboodle for me to peep. The line is honest, down to earth and exquisite. My favorite pieces are the Porno-camo field jacket in pink, and a classic Kelly green hoodie with the Money Brand Gorilla on the back. The majority of the line is priced in a realistic range. The overall line devided into two catagories..."Money Denim" which is good for everyday wear and "Money 750" which are the premium goods and made in numbered lots by some of the best manufacturing houses in the world. Money don't grow on trees....I can't wait till fall. --labor unit23

Catch a fly(motherf**ker)

Name: Chalia Carpenter
Age: 20
Neighborhood: BeverlyHood

What Brands Are You Wearing Right Now?
MOB, Tag Jeans, Jordan V's

What influences/inspires your style?
People, Culture, Music and Vintage

How many pair of jeans/sneakers do you own?
I lost count. . . .

Whats gonna be the hottest new trend this season?
Metallics

What trend are you ready to be dead and gone already?
High-waist belts