Universal Article Archives

Universal Article Archives

Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.

Mitchell & Ness: More Snapbacks in NFL & NHL

Mitchell & Ness is back with another round of snapback caps in NFL and NHL teams. First up is a dose of color from another classic, sport licensed design with the Vintage Hockey Stripe mesh cap.  These caps utilize straight front logos with cut n sew striping and embroidered city/team names.  The next cap tones it down a bit with shades of gray in melton wool.  The color pop jumps out through the arched word marks and unique back patch made with felt and embroidery.  These are foam backed, 5-panel construction caps, which are offered in both NHL Vintage and NFL Throwback, teams.  Go straight to MitchellandNess.com to see the entire selection or check authorized dealers.

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Lafayette Check Nel Jet 5-Panel Caps

Lafayette has re-stocked on their 5-panel caps made with heavy Nel Check Plaid.  This style is now being offered in black/white, red/black, and royal/black check.  The Check Nel Plaid is a great outdoor material with nice texture and durability.  This is a traditional 5-panel, camper construction with adjustable back strap, vented eyelets, and visor binding.  The front panel features a detailed print label stitched on all four sides.  Available here.

Images: Lafayette

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aNYthing Plaid Flannel Snapback Caps

aNYthing just banged out a few plaid flannel, snapback caps for Fall09.  The color coordination on these gems combine plaid, cotton, and suede on visor / top button for classy styling.  These are 5-panel caps constructed with half front seams and subtle aNYthing woven tabs.  Check out their NY store or email for availability.    

Images: aNYthing GLOB

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Quintin Co. 'Primary Pack' Fall 2009 Preview

Quintin Co. has recently released a preview of their upcoming Fall 09 collection of 5-Panel Fitted caps. Quintin establishes a core foundation of color tonals that starts off with red, blue, yellow, and green.  Each cap is made with cotton and features tonal embroidery plus details such as under visors, and eyelets.  Quintin has also updated their home page, which offers extra previews of Fall 09 heaters dropping real soon.  Stay posted!

Image: Quintin

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FITTED Hawaii 'The Pineapple Army' 5-Panel Cap

It's been a minute since we showcased caps from FITTED Hawaii. The drought is over with the release of their latest 5-panel cap. Mixing it up a bit, FITTED brings out an army green, 5-Panel made with thick duck canvas fabric. Like every piece FITTED releases, there is always a great background story that connects directly to the product. The Pineapple Army 5-Panel cap is no different. This cap represents the story of the 35th Infantry Regiment, during World War I, dubbed “The Pineapple Army” whom wore the green taro leaf patch. Read the background story directly from FITTED here. This cap features a front patch application that mixes embroidery with die-cut fabric. Additional embroidered hits are featured on the side panels along with printed inside taping. The Pineapple Army cap was release yesterday, which also marks the 50th anniversary since Hawaii was signed into statehood. Check their site or call for availability.

FITTED Hawaii
1438 Kona Street Honolulu  /  map
HI 96814

Images: FITTED Hawaii

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Quintin Co. x Illionaries & Upcoming Digi Camo

Starting things off, Quintin Co. gives us a side view of their latest 5-Panel cap produced for an upcoming apparel brand, The Illionaries.  Dubbed the Forest Fire, this is an adjustable cap, which features wood print side panels and red highlights.  See more and cop this cap here.  Next up is upcoming Quintin Digi Camo 5-Panel Cap.  Word is production will be real tight on this one... stay posted.

Images: Quintin Co.

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