RETAIL: NEW HIGH (M)ART- POPS UP RETAIL IN LA
LA's getting a dose of really cool pop up retail in Chinatown, in a new teeny weeny store called New High (M)art. The 300-square-foot storefront will offer a revolving door concept shop and will present a series of designer pop-up stores, guest buyer/curator mini-boutiques and thematic retail moments where the only thing permanent will be change. LA designer Brian Lichtenberg will be the firdst featured designer.
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In addition to his industry-wide recognition as a pioneer of the unisex revolution, those closest to Lichtenberg revere him for his spontaneous one-off pieces and "where-does-he-find-these?" collection of sourced accoutrements, deadstock and other fashion "secret weapons" that anyone would die to own. New High (M)art gives the public the chance to do just that. Lichtenberg will round out his pop-up store with any and all objects d'fashion he can be persuaded to part with. Expect nothing short of amazing-ness.
Co-owners Miho Ikeda and T-RIK conceived of New High (M)art as a response to the stale business model that often plagues boutiques today. Their solution: create a small easy-to-manage environment that allows a single designer, brand or idea to be fully explored, realized and merchandised one fleeting store-op at a time.
"The value of today's designer no longer simply resides in the lines they create season-to-season, but in every artifact of their personal taste" says T-RIK, whose background includes wardrobe styling, creative direction, and brand consulting. "This could be anything from a piece that didn't make it in a collection, the music they listen to, a photograph they've taken or the results of a shopping trip to Marrakesh. New High (M)art looks forward to sharing this other side with the public as well."
Just in time for the cold, uber-directional menswear boutiwue Bblessing is having a massive sample sale. Nows the time to stock up on cold weather gear from brands like RAF by Raf, Surface to Air, SUbversive Jewelry, Yoko Devereaux, Patrik Ervell, Christphe Lemaire and more! the sale is this Friday and Saturday at what we think is the coolest office building in Manhattan-- 5 Crosby Street from 12-7. get it while it's hot! 
PUMA recently launched a YO! MTV Raps sneaker and apparel line, which honors icons such as Big Daddy Kane, Doctor Dre and Ed Lover, MC Shan, and Doug E. Fresh.
Ray ‘Boom Boom’ Mancini is the Italian American fighter famous for his relentless fighting style.
Frenchman Pierre Hardy is already known for his outré dress shoes and boots, but frankly we didn't see this coming: Colorama, a limited-edition new sneaker wherein every part of the shoe is made from a different color. The kicks, available in a run of 500, should make matching either a breeze or a nightmare—or a little of each—and will be available this week from Barneys.
If you’re a brand rep sitting on some old merch, we've found a new offprice web site that specializes in streetwear brands and offers kids who want to look cool without breaking the bank a great new place to shop. 
Who are the ballers of the menswear industry? 
Former graffiti artist and now fashion designer, 
We like to do a denim roundup every so often, ranking our favorite jeans in the market. But this time, men.style.com's new section, The Upgrader, has done the legwork for us. The site has listed the features of 10 great jeans from brands like Helmut Lang, Rag and Bone, apc, Levi's, Dior Homme, 7 for all Mankind, Paper Denim & Cloth, Rogan, Earnest Sewn & Prada and allows its readership to rank them. Click
I like how artist Daniel Davidson is thinking with his acrylic on panel "Peace III." Who doesn't want to spread the message of peace - especially when doing so helps youth without homes? Up the current online bid price 
Guys could spend a whole day with Freemans, starting at the Freemans Sporting Club boutique for fine-crafted menswear, then upstairs for a shave, and to the restaurant around the corner for a hearty meal (soon there will even be a bar by the owner in the West Village!). And now, if you can believe it, there is yet another reason to rush to Freemans: the debut of their first line of mens denim with only about 100 pairs made! The jeans are available only at the store, while supplies last, for $200 - and I'm sure, like everything else, they're impeccably made. It's almost the holidays... why not treat yourself?
LA based 
Remember witty and sarcastic Daria Morgendorffer from the MTV cartoon? If you were as obsessed with her as I was, you might fall in love with the clever graphic Ts from 
Although the name is impossible to Google, the simple and casual menswear label A-Z has caught the eyes of many in its debut year. The designs would have been especially useful over the weekend. In New York, the weather was dreary, wet, and cold - a perfect time to break out the comfy yet sleek weatherproof garb from A-Z! Constructed from nylon into classic shapes like ponchos and zip-up hoodies, the pieces are easy and wearable. Designer Dana Lee also offers more staples like long merino wool underwear, classic chinos, and T's and tanks. 
Futura teamed up with MHI for a second season of the FHI collection, available at 
Fibonacci Sweatshirt 
Futura Tour Tee
Pyramid T-shirt 
After a series of visa and censorship issues, M.I.A. made her way back to N.Y.C. for the second time in years for her October 18th show at 
"Have, Has, Had" was created collaboratively by the Clayton Brothers, who routinely elaborate off of on one another's marks until the piece is completed. The Southern California duo have had their work displayed at galleries and museums worldwide. The dreamlike design could be yours even if you don't 
We contacted all the hot stores around the nation to bring you the trend round-up for the season. From New York to LA and everywhere inbetween, store owners gave us the dish on what brands they are loving, what best-selling item you should be snapping up right now, and what to look forward to in the spring! Get all the scoop after the jump.
PRESSE (Los Angeles): Renee Klein, Owner and Zoe Schaeffer, Owner
Nike has tapped graffiti artist/designer/fashionista Claw Money to create the first Vandal shoe for the ladies. It's a nylon style with a bright neon printed feather design. Awesome! We hear that the print is inspired by a Vivienne Westwood design. if you're into hookups, Claw also designed a feather print sweatshirt for girls in her eponymous sportswear collection. If you want a pair of the kicks, youre gonna have to hustle-- the shoes will be available at I-Heart in NYC and tier zero accts around the country for a limited time. You know they're gonna sell out so get on it! 
We haven't checked in on what the kids were up to in Tokyo for a while. Looks like they're up to their usual shenanigans... Photos via 
Artist Julie Goldstein's mixed media on panel reminds me of a new line of Coach bags. With patchworked fabrics, gold studs, and playful sketches, "Mother and Child on Dirtbike" is definitely a one-of-a-kind piece to add to your wall. 
Help someone in need and buy some great art at the same time at 
Everyone's favorite Jewish hipster, Mordechai Rubinstein has made a name for himself by constantly putting new twists on traditional men's accessories on the market. AKA Mister Mort, Rubenstein, who also handles the PR for Jack Spade, has released a very limited collection of boutonnieres made from fly fishing lures. The result- some dandy must haves that are made some really dudely stuff. 
Finally! An excuse for uptown ladies to never go below 14th street! (or 86th street for that matter). A new shop, called Edit, has opened on the upper Upper East Side, and offers a well-curated roster of designers the likes of which has never been seen that far up on the 6 train. 
SSON is all about breaking boundaries, making all kinds of products, because like SSON puts it themselves; 'They exist because they have to, all in their own twisted way.' For various reasons so to speak. Everything is done with a northern soul twist, every product of every colab. SSON is onstantly reinventing themselves. We are loving their limited edition Harris Tweed styles that we found at 
The November issue of Conde Nast Portfolio magazine is stirring up some major beef in the streetwear scene. Just read this! "It is ironic that Bape is the most successful brand to emerge from the Urahara movement; indeed, it’s the only Urahara brand with international reach. But to many who came of age in that scene, Nigo has betrayed its values of craftsmanship, exclusivity, and countercultural style. 'He’s become a joke,' says one competitor. Fujiwara, who is still revered in Tokyo as perhaps the one man who can launch a trend, is even more dismissive of Nigo. 'I just wonder how he feels when he sees ugly people wearing his clothes. If you go to the countryside in America and people are wearing Bathing Ape, that’s not very cool.' Fujiwara, now a consultant for Nike and Levi’s, shrugs. 'I thought he was more like us, but he changed.'" Read the rest of the story here. 
A-Ron the Don has some major legal issues. Read the full story from Complex.com. "Last week 
Complex magazine opened the Platinum Club-- an invitation only retail space that features the best of the best- fashion, gadgets and gear from the world's coolest brands. The store location is hidden away at the back of the Training Camp store on 41st and 5t and you need a membership card to get in. We hear that going forward Platinum Club will focus on the full collections of select brands which will change on a rotating basis. Right now the shop features Y3, Adidas, Nike, Jordan, Visvim, Staple, Gilded Age, WeSC, Fred Perry, Supra, DC, Clae, ALife, Creative Recreation, Crate Denim, Penfield, No Mas, Maharishi, MHi, Real Real Genuine, Freshjive, Still Life, Kangol, Baxter of California Men’s Grooming, Nooka, Nixon watches, Paul Smith Eyewear, Modern Amusement Sunglasses and Leica Cameras. 
LA Fashion Week was uneventful as usual, but we've pulled together a few pictures just so you can see what you missed out west. See the pics after the jump. 
