Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
New Kicks Hi x Sig Zane "Olako`aka" Fitted Colorway
Kicks Hi is set to release this new purple / black / grey colorway of Sig Zane's Olako`aka New Era fitted this Saturday. Using the well-known, custom design print, the cap is basically flipped in updated colors. Available the 19th at Kicks Hi & Sig Zane site in limited stock.
Image from Kicks Hi.
New 10 Deep, 5-Panel Caps for Spring
10 Deep has started shipping the latest edition of 5 panel caps from their first delivery of Spring 08. The traditional 5 panel cut is back with color blocked panels & bold, clean graphics. Both colorways feature a big, slanted bar for front panels & 10 D logos cropped on the sides. These caps are made from lightweight poly-cotton fabric & feature a standard adjustable back strap with 10 D loop label. Available now at independent spots that carry exclusive branded headwear.


Montage "The 1,000 Faces" Trucker Cap
Below is a recent pick-up at Exit Hong Kong from the Montage brand. Under the sub-collection The 1,000 Faces is many different cap styles including this trucker mesh cap. The front panel & visor is made with brown poly, nylon fabric backed by thick foam. Graphic consist of an abstract design that is printed tone on tone with heavy puff print of the Montage word. Cap includes full mesh side & back panels plus plastic snap back. Currently, there is not much info on Montage or availability here in the states but definitely putting out some unique caps. Available now at Exit Double-Park, Hong Kong.


Mishka NYC Purple "Keep Watch" 5950 Fitted
Mishka NYC is back with the "People Eater Keep Watch" New Era fitted cap. This purple colorway is made with cotton & features a glow in the dark, eyeball graphic plus printed under visor. Only available at The Mishka Pop-Up Shop & their online site along with some tees. First come, first serve basis, only 100pcs made.

Image from Mishka NYC.
Montage "The 1,000 Faces" Skull Cap
Below is a limited run on a special cap made by Montage under a sub-label called The 1,000 Faces. The cap is decked out with a custom flock, symmetrical skull pattern on the front & top visor. This cap is made with a soft cotton fabric, genuine leather side panels, & brass adjustable backstrap. Available now at EXIT Double-Park, Hong Kong.


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.


Images from Haven.