REHACER 2009 SPRING / SUMMER ACCESOIRES COLLECTION
Coming off a collection alongside retailer Anout Commune, Japanese brand rehacer unveil looks from their soon to be released Spring/Summer 2009 goods. Claiming a stake amongst the more popular contemporary Japanese labels, rehacer sets forth some one of their more comprehensive collections to date. Included in the selections are accessories, headwear, and footwear. All of the pieces are now available through Anout Commune for pre-orders.
PORTER WILDERNESS CYCLE CARRY-ON
Japan-based bag connoisseurs, Porter, transform their previous Wilderness Cycle design into a carry-on roller. Most recently used on messenger bags and backpack, the Wilderness theme reflects Porters successful foray into old school styling, with a simple base featuring leather accenting and a multitude of compartments. Available in a black tonal or blue/khaki contrasting colorways, all three can now be purchased via ZOZOTOWN for ￥48,825 (Approx. $527 USD) a piece.
JAM HOME MADE & READY MADE BIRTHSTONE RINGS
Japanese jewelry specialists JAM HOME MADE & ready made present their latest creation in the form of a birthstone ring collection. The visually pleasing pieces will represent all twelve different birthstone variations including: Garnet, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, and Ruby among others. Retail is set at ¥31,500 (Approx. $336 USD) and will release January 31st, 2009 at the JAM HOME MADE & ready made flagship location.
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NEXUSVII FRISK CASE
NexusVII and what we assume is an obvious love of Frisk mints has resulted in the release of their “Frisk Case”. Creating a reusable case for your mints, the bronze aluminum container includes some intricate artwork in black. Available now at Cruisin with a suggested retail price of ￥1,575 JPY (approximately $17 USD).
ATMOS URBAN NIGHT MESSENGER BAG
For these new messenger bags Atmos uses Pendleton wool fabric on the flap and heavy nylon fabric throughout the rest of the bag. This small sized messenger bag comes in three colors of, olive, blue and brown with Native American inspired patterns. All priced at ¥8,190 JPY (approximately $89 USD), available now at Atmos Tokyo.
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LEICA x ISETAN M8.2 CAMERA
High-end German camera company Leica will be teaming up with Japanese department store Isetan for their version of the Leica M8.2 digital rangefinder camera. This limited-release camera should have any diehard camera enthusiast or photographer excited with the exclusive black and red case design. Beware to expect to pay a hefty price for this special camera. No word yet on availability but expect these to drop soon exclusively at select Leica and Isetan stores.
VICTIM x HOLLYWOOD TRADING COMPANY (HTC)
Japanese label Victim hooked up with expert hand-crafted belt makers Hollywood Trading Company (HTC) on a set of leather studded pieces. Coming in two colorways, both belts reflect a vintage Americana vibe combining the brands distinct quality construction with maverick sense of style. Retail is set at ¥44,100 (Approx. $483 USD) per belt with both a tan or black version now available at Anout Commune.
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NUMBER (N)INE x NEW ERA CHECKERED CAP COLLECTION
Hi-end Japanese brand Number (N)ine look towards New Era for a special collaboration project alongside the fitted cap purveyors. Number (N)ine’s attention to detail and design is present throughout the collection comprised of five different colorways. Featuring a checkered flag print pattern, the caps will retail for ¥13,650 (Approx. $151 USD), available at both Number (N)ine Tokyo locations.
TOKISHIRAZU 7TH ANNIVERSARY ITEMS
Stocked with some of the finer labels and collections in the industry, Japanese retailer Tokishirazu celebrate their success with some cross-over goods for their 7th anniversary on February 7th, 2009. The collection features a classic Casio G-Shock in collaboration with Goodenough, minimally designed backpack with bag specialists hobo and denim alongside Big John. The items will be available at select Tokishirazu locations.
UNDERCOVER x RATS VIPER STUDS BANGLE AND BELT
Undercover and RATS have come together on the Viper Studs collection of accessories. Seen within both the bangle and the belt are studded arrangements with matching buckles. Also seen are debossed logos on both pieces to signify the co-branded efforts. Among the current stockists are Revolution.
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