MISHKA gives us a look at their first collab of 2020 with Japanese artist Grape Brain. Grape Brain’s work has been described as “grotesque yet cute. Dated yet cool. Erotic yet pure. Rock yet pop. Violent yet peaceful.” This will mark Grape Brain’s first collaboration with an American brand so expect him to make a great first impression.
This collection features his character Onigiri using the MISHKA “keep watch eyes” for the eyes. Look for the art to be featured on signature Mishka Hoodies, T-shirts, and long-sleeves. The collection also features a limited edition patch, pin, and stickers.
There were some major changes announced by the NBA pertaining to the All-Star format this year. Apparently every quarter would be a mini-game for charity and the final quarter would be untimed with a target score that will decide which team wins. Scores will be reset — back to 0-0 — at the start of the second and third quarters, then restored to begin the fourth quarter.
In addition to All-Star format changes, The NBA plans to honor Kobe Bryant by incorporating the No. 24 jersey he wore for the last decade of his illustrious NBA career into the scoring format of the game. The team that wins the All-Star Game will be the first to reach a target score, determined by the total points the team in the lead scored in the first three quarters combined — plus 24, to show respect to Bryant.
The NBA stated that there will be a multitude of tributes to Bryant, his 13 year old daughter, Gianna, and the seven other people who tragically lost their lives in Sunday’s helicopter crash throughout All-Star weekend, including the showcase game on Feb. 16.
“We spent a lot of time considering the right target number to use for the fourth quarter,” said Byron Spruell, the NBA’s president for league operations. “Through the events of this week it became clear to us that the only appropriate number for this season’s All-Star game is 24.”
The target scoring format would be the latest addition that the NBA has made in order to make the game more competitive.
The Nike ZoomX VaporFly NEXT% has definitely made it’s mark in running by putting emphasis on performance. Along with the cool aesthetic that the silhouette has, the ZoomX also has various components used to create the product we see today.
The Vaporweave on the upper is light as well as water-resistant and the pairing of the extended ZoomX foam cushioning and carbon fiber plate reduces fatigue so that energy can be preserved.
With the 2020 Tokyo Olympics approaching, The Guardian reports that World Athletics (formerly the International Association of Athletics Federation) stated that the shoe, and similar shoes with a carbon fiber plate, will not be banned from competition.
World Athletics also announced that brands can’t introduce new technology pertaining to sneakers ahead of the Summer games. Accordingly, brands will also have to submit any prototypes of future footwear to avoid approval confusion.
Nordstrom is trying it’s hand at reselling by opening a secondhand luxury store in it’s New York flagship store. This venture will follow in the footsteps of other traditional retailers to experiment with the fast-growing resale market.
Referred to as “See You Tomorrow,” this experience plans to open this Friday, January 31. Secondhand items available for purchase will come from brands such as Off-White, adidas, Burberry, Thom Brown, and more. Have products of your own? Nordstrom will be accepting pre-owned products from customers in exchange for store gift cards.
With this experience you will see brands in a designated space, both in store and online and will open the door for collaborations with partners like Nike, Burberry and Celine.
Nordstrom plans to do a six month trial for this venture which could be extended if all goes well.
Burberry has just released one of their latest pieces in the Barwick Jacket. The British label infuses the now famous deer print onto a plush, quilted down jacket, which also features a recycled outer layer for sustainability.
The shell of the jacket is made from recycled nylon that’s officially known as “ECONYL®,” a material that is engineered out of synthetic waste materials such as plastic and old fabric. It’s then covered all around with the quirky animal print, lending neutral shades of tan, brown and white throughout. Other details include a two-way zip-front closure, pockets at the waist and interior, and tonal hardware for a streamlined look. It’s finished off with a black and white logo patch on the chest for a hit of branding.
Burberry’s Beige Down ECONYL® Barwick Jacket is priced at $1,790 USD and available now at SSENSE’s webstore.
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