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New Stussy x Futura 2000 New Era Fitteds

The Destiny Collection is a collaboration between Stussy x Futura which includes tees, jackets, & now fitted caps. Here is a preview of the first 2 caps on New Era's 5950 model for spring 2008. The Jungle Camo & Night Camo fitteds feature unique patterns printed all over with front raised embroidery. The caps are available now through Haven with a wider release next month.


Stussy x Futura 2000 Fitted Caps


Stussy x Futura 2000 New Era Fitted Caps


Images from Haven.

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Adidas 2008 NBA All-Star Game Fitteds

The 2008 NBA All-Star game is on in New Orleans & below are the authentic jersey fitted caps by Adidas. The following is just 2 styles from their complete offering. These fitteds feature details such as printed pinstripe fronts, bevel raised embroidery, & finished off with a flocked pattern on the undervisor. Rounding things off, Adidas offers up straight solid event fitteds in teal, purple, gold, white, or black. The jersey hook caps have the special game star logo on the back while the event fitteds carry the NBA dribbler. Available now at team shops & of course around N.O.!


Adidas All Star Game Fitted Caps


Adidas NBA All Star Game Fitted Caps


Adidas Fitted Undervisor Detail


Adidas Fitted Cap BackDetail


Adidas NBA Teal New Orleans All Star Cap

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Brixton Spring 08 Style Guide, Pt:1

Brixton Ltd. gives us a look at their unique Spring 08 collection. Starting things off is the Leland relaxed fitted cap. Made with fine melton wool, these caps sport a short round visor & soft buckram for the front two panels. The Leland comes with standard Brixton pin & is available in woven pinstripe on cream & a navy/ red combo. Look for these through the Brixton site & other fine boutiques that carry headwear.


Brixton LTD Hats


Brixton Leland Baseball Cap


Images from Brixton LTD.

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Tokyo 08 / Part 3 : ONSPOTZ

One of the best shops in the Shibuya district is Onspotz, which is fully loaded with official fitted caps. The selection ranges from authentic MLB teams, independent brands, & Onspotz custom. The grid walls are covered from top to bottom with mostly black-based fitteds & color pop embroidery. NY fitteds dominate the majority of space with core teams such as LA, Philly, Boston, Chi-town, & ATL stocked in various colors. Definitely check for them in Shibuya, their new Harajuku base, or their site for the largest offering.


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Benny Gold "Paper Plane" Pinstripe Preview

Here is a sneak look at upcoming New Era fitteds from Benny Gold. For this edition BG creatively updates classic pinstripe mixed with his iconic mark. Stay posted for further details on this project.


Benny Gold Blog Fitted


Benny Gold Paper Plane Pinstripe Fitted Cap


Images from Benny Gold Daily.

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NHL Fitted Caps by Reebok

Reebok has released solid new NHL fitted caps for the beginning of 08. All caps are made of wool & feature crisp raised embroidery. The use of bold team colors makes these official for true fans of the game. An alternate colorway in both styles is offered for city representatives. All teams available at team shops & select styles at the NHL flagship store in NYC.


Reebok Hockey Fitted Caps


Reebok NHL Caps


RBK Center Ice Fitted Caps

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