Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
FITTED Hawaii "Generations" New Era Fitted Cap
FITTED Hawaii thrives at building concepts that tie back to their homeland roots and at the same time serving up killa fitted styles. Once again, FITTED combines the use of the tee and fitted set-up to salute the one’s that came before us... The Elders. The Generations New Era fitted features an all over Hawaiian quilted pattern in heavy bean stitch. The top visor features contrast stitch along with a teal under and purple top button. The inside sweatband is printed with a Hawaiian proverb which reads “Mai Pale I Ke A ‘O A Ka Makua” which translates into “Do Not Set Aside The Teaching Of Your Elders.” The final touch is the inside lining in vibrant purple! This fitted along with the matching tee will release this Saturday (3/28) instore. Get in line now! 
Steel Darts Headwear Company, Pt: 3
We're back with more Steel Darts headwear ready to hit stores this coming summer and fall 2009. Steel Darts continues to add momentum behind their brand with tailored fabrics and integral details on various silhouettes. Here's the third post (check Pts 1 & 2) on more pieces SD has in the chamber for 09. Setting it off is SD's Ivy hats, the Hamilton and Becoming. Both hats feature a nice palette of fabrics offered up in cut n sew or a great basic such as black and white plaid. For those of you who can't get enough of cool Fedora hats, Steel Darts stacks plenty. Dubbed Stay Fly, this hat is made in felt with an embroidered, all-over bird pattern and short brim. All hats feature satin linings and SD pins. Any of the three will transform and complete your uniform for the occasion. Definitely stay connected to Steel Dart's official site and of course here on Universal Article for more updates. 
Official's Spring SS09 Neu Bleujacks Caps
Along with their complete SS09 collection, Official drops the Neu Bleujack caps made with a cotton plaid mix in cyan / black. This plaid finds the middle-ground between gingham / lumberjack patterns, which is utilized on the neu mesh and 5-panel camper silhouettes. These premium caps include nice details such as top visor stitch, patterned undervisors / taping, and satin linings. Visit the Official site for looks at their complete SS09 line and Official retail accounts worldwide. 
Vault New Era Custom Fitted Caps
Vault, one of Harlem’s own, has just released two custom New Era fitteds. Both caps represent the Vault shop along with Harlem's state of mind. First, is a straight up Vault wordmark inspired by the Shaft movie font style. This one is being offered in three solid wools with only the wordmark flipping out colors. Next up is Harlem's Safecrackers fitted produced in conjunction with Benny Gold for the custom graphics. This is for the Uptown heads but definitely anyone on that money hustle! Vault offers this one in Mets royal / orange, a nice garnet / white / black, and lavender / metallic / sky blue combo. Take the B, C, 2, or 3 trains to 135th and check these dudes out for the product. Phone orders welcomed.
2498 Frederick Douglass Blvd.
Harlem, NY 10030
212.281.1723 
Estate "J3" Fitted Cap
Estate released their J3 fitted cap yesterday through their flagship store. This much anticipated piece is a nice connection to your kicks of the same name. The front panels and visor feature a durable shell fabric with tonal Estate embroidery. The side and back panels are printed with the infamous elephant print and the entire cap features top contrast stitch. This is an in-store exclusive with any remaining stock hopefully going up for phone orders or on their site.
1821 Lincoln Blvd
Venice, CA 90291
310.574.3752 
OFFICIAL Spring / Summer 2009 Fitted and Snapback Release
Official hits us off with the release of their new Spring / Summer 2009 fitted caps... Out now. This new season brings in SF logos in two tones, Japanese linens and plaids, LA love, and a Neu Chief. Aside from the linen styles, all caps are wool with clean embroidery, undervisor patterns, some satin linings and custom Official laser-cut, woven labels. Available now through TheOfficialBrand.Com and local headwear dealers. 
