Corduroy Form Fit Cap by Allea

Independent brand Allea released a collection of lightweight, corduroy caps for spring / summer 08. Each cap is cut into traditional 6-panel construction but without the eyelets. Other details include a cotton stain lining with no inside taping & ribbed elastic band for form fit. Currently there is no further info on this company but never the less a great cap that fuses style with comfort, regardless of seasons. Available in very select retailers such as Arth in the Westcoast & Overide 9999 or CA4LA over in Tokyo.

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 Spring 08 Mitchell & Ness Fitteds

Mitchell & Ness is set to drop 3 new branded fitteds this April along with other authentic, league-licensed product. Here is an exclusive look to one of three fitted caps representing the company's new fitted shape & direction into the headwear market. This 1st wave will be basic level color-up's connecting to their S08 apparel pieces. Along with M&N branded caps will be the release of NBA Hardwood Classics & NFL Throwback styles. The below fitted cap features a front embroidered / satin application, made in 100% wool & dons a white sweatband. All caps will be available on-line, M&N Philly flagship store & select fitted spots throughout NYC, D.C., Atlanta, Chicago, & Detroit.

More Custom-Colored Fitteds @ Cap City

The New Era color schemes just keep rolling out at Cap City, NJ. These brand new, custom 5950's are part of their spring theme release. The Chicago Blackhawks is done up with a coppen blue crown, slate blue brim, white accents, & custom C with feathers logo. The NY Mets is flipped into a process blue crown with teal visor & white accents. Both fitteds are definite pick-ups & available now at Cap City.

Image from Cap City.

Mitchell & Ness Relauches Site

Nostalgia company, Mitchell & Ness, recently relaunched their home site at mitchellandness.com. Known worldwide for their authentic "vintage" jerseys, the site is also loaded with expanded apparel pieces in Cooperstown baseball, NBA Hardwood Classics, NFL Throwbacks, NHL Vintage, & College Vault. The new updated site is more streamlined & easier to navigate through for general info, upcoming products, shopping, & company history. The current selection of fitted caps is made up mostly of on-going NFL Double Coverage & NBA pinwheel styles. Stay posted for their new wave of classic fitted product set to drop real soon!

Brixton Spring 08 Style Guide, Pt:3

Brixton's Spring 08 style guide continues here at UA with this installment. Below are the main headwear drivers for Brixton's S08 line with these versions of The Fedora, Panama style hat, & Pork Pie shape. Using standard fabrics such as felts & woven straws, Brixton adds their special touch of silk inside linings, custom bands, & classic "B" brass pins. All hats come in various colors & can be purchased & seen at Brixton Ltd site.

Images from Brixton LTD.