28
July
2008
Onspotz.com just released the New Era x JP Star “Tatami” fitted at their shop & online site. The art of Japanese Tatami floor mat making is used to inspire this wheat straw 5950 fitted. This cap is made completely of woven, natural straw with tapered visor edge & gold embroidery for side logos. This fitted gem is perfect for the summer allowing full air venting for the crown. Available now at Onspotz.com.
Posted: 5950, Fitted Caps, Handmade, Headwear Spots, Independent Brands, New Era
6
February
2008
Here is a sneak preview of an upcoming 59fifty fitted from Sig Zane & Kicks Hi. Native son of O’ahu, Sig Zane produces yet another premier design pattern exclusively for Kicks HI. The hand-craved print is named Olaka, which translates into life or living. The cap will drop February 9th at both Kicks HI locations & SigZane Design spot.
Image from Ian Ginoza
Posted: 5950, Fitted Caps, Handmade, Hat Art, Headwear Spots, Independent Brands, New Era, Unisex
20
November
2007
Here are pics of new Official fitted stock at Fit Likes. The widely known Houndstooth Wars caps are available in 2 colorways. These fitteds are made with cotton & have all over print graphics plus contrast top stitch. Rounding out the release is the Thizz-Face fitted that also has contrast top stitch. This cap is printed with collaged elements such as large dots, pinstripes, & type graphics. All caps are available in full size runs now at Fit Likes.com.
Posted: Fitted Caps, Handmade, Hat Art, Headwear Spots, Independent Brands
15
November
2007
This is the new Snowboard Magazine and Estate LA fitted cap available only at Become Fitted. Part of the Limited Edition Cover Series, The Tobogganist is the first release of the collection. Limited only to 40 pieces, these fitted gems are made with tweed & feature other details such as suede undervisor & satin lining. Snowboard Mag continues to collaborate & complete great projects with other brands that are inspired by the magazine’s content & front covers.
Get yours!
Posted: Fitted Caps, Handmade, Independent Brands
24
April
2007
On a recent trip to the west coast I had an opportunity to visit the ARTH hat store. Located at The Lab on Bristol St. this should definitely be on your spots list to check out. The clean & clear layout of the store is impressive & the hat assortment expansive. They carry everything from fedoras, gatsbys, military, beanies, handcrafted wool hats & a few fitteds. Arth seemed to carry mostly independent brands along with the regulars such as Kangol, Goorin, Dobbs, Stetson, & others. The only fitted cap brand being represented here was New Era & the styles being carried were a bit dated. It would be interesting to see if Arth starts to offer more fitted assortment in styles & brands? Regardless of their fitted game this is a spot to see & pick up a hat to expand your headwear game. Check back for more updates.
Posted: Fedoras, Fitted Caps, Gatsby, Handmade, Headwear Spots, Independent Brands, Knits, Military, New Era, Unisex
14
April
2007
Here is a small snap shot of Still Life’s new Spring 07 pieces. This fine product represents SL NYC dedication to quality headwear. The first one is a newsboy hat that they call The Cosby. Laced with fine herringbone linen fabric this is definitely a classy choice for individual representation. The same fabric is shared along side a classic baseball cap & one my favorites - The Fedora. This particular style, which they call The Dumile, is constructed in the standard panama woven construction. The hat sports a tapered pinch front crown, 2″inch brim, a nice satin bow band, & trim detail button. SL NYC offers an aggressive selection of headwear that gives you a break from the wool cap. Check Still Life for the entire offering & other locations that carry the product.
Images from Still Life NYC
Posted: Fedoras, Gatsby, Handmade, Independent Brands, Unisex
