Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
Steel Darts Headwear Company, Pt:1
Steel Darts Co. is an emerging, premium headwear brand set to launch their first wave of hats this summer followed by a wider release for Fall 2009. The design philosophy behind Steel Darts involves the merging of classic hat silhouettes with new applications and techniques, which they refer to as Future - Retroism. Below is a taste of what Steel Darts will be offering in Porkpie and pinched Fedora hats. The hats below feature tailored plaids, felts, herringbone fabrics, leather and pleated crown bands, embroidery, inside linings, and the company's icon pin. Attention to detail plus craftsmanship is Steel Darts priority for this new collection and all pieces going forward. All hats will be sold through the Steel Dart site and official dealers starting this July. In the meantime, hit up their dealers page for additional information or stay posted here on UA for part 2 of their style lookbook. 
The Hundreds Spring 2009 "DOTS" Beanie Knit Hats
The Hundreds recently released images of their Spring 2009 accessories and these beanie knit hats. Adding on to the Half Adam and Buffalo beanie hats, TH follows through with dots, in three coloways. These are single layer beanies with jacquard dots and an Adam woven loop label. These are going on sale this Thursday at The Hundreds LA and SF bases and later on-line. 
Estate LA: 0 Degree
Estate just posted teaser shots of this cap filed under 0 Degree. This is as basic as you can get on a cap. This brings me back (early 90's) to when I would pick up blank fitteds on Jamaica Ave. (Queens) for $10! The back embroidered star plus green / red colorway got me thinking about the obvious brewery! Stay posted for the official disclosure from Estate. 
Play Cloths 5-Panel Caps from Spring 2009 Collection
Play Cloths is about to drop their new Spring 2009 collection this Friday the 13th. The collection includes more tees, wovens, outerwear, and these 5-Panel caps. Not much info available on whether these are adjustable or stretch form fit but will definitely be available in black and cyan. The caps feature the major PC running boy logo on the front and Our Gang! on the left side, both printed. Check for these caps along with the rest of the collection this Friday through the Play Cloth site and official dealers. 
FAT Sport : Spring / Summer 2009 "PATCAP" Cap
FAT SPORT is a brand new causal / sports brand coming from Japan. Representing casual daily wear, FAT Sport blends simply aesthetics and vivid colors with a creative twist. Below is their PATCAP, which features a plaid swatch patch on a solid wool cap. The back is embroidered with the FAT logo and is offered in four colorways and only two sizes. This cap along with their entire apparel / accessories offering is now being offered through Sports Authority Japan and other official dealers. 
Married To The MOB "Shiny" Fitted Caps
Here is another fitted style drop from your favorite ladies at Married to the Mob. The Shiny fitted caps are part of MOB's Spring 1 2009 collection. The caps are made in metallic patent leather and feature MOB lip logo on the left and Most Official Bitches script back embroidery. Blue, Gold, or Pink can be ordered right from the MOB site or hit them up for official dealer's list carrying the MOB Shine! 