Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
Franco Shade / FRSH Snapback Caps
Franco Shade / FRSH recently put out two snapback styles from their Spring / Summer 2009 collection. The Team FRSH Hat sets it off by sporting their custom script piece on solid black or grey twill fabric. Rounding off this SP/SU 09 release, Franco Shade offers up the Give Up! graphic on two-tone caps. Each cap is now available through their site, Roller Warehouse, and other official dealers.
Brooklyn Chewing Gum Custom Fitteds from Attica Jailhouse
Attica Jailhouse has recently finished up two custom fitted caps that pay homage to the famous 70's cycling team, Brooklyn Chewing Gum. The actual Brooklyn Chewing Gum product is originally from Lainate Italy and dates back to the late 40’s. In 1973, the company formed a cycling team that included cyclists such as Roger De Vlaeminck, who won four Paris-Roubaix plus many other victories and Patrick Sercu. For this custom, Attica really does it up by incorporating the classic stripes from the jersey on to the visor and the use of their primary royal color for the crowns. The first one features a die-cut B and the second sports a printed felt patch. These are great fitted pieces inspired by one the most influential pro cycling jerseys. Hit Attica up to see if these gems are available for sale.
FIRST & 15TH Fitted Caps
FIRST & 15TH is a new apparel company supplying heads with premier fitted caps based off elemental styles. For their first release, 1&15TH lays the foundation down with black wool across both caps with a sprinkle of color on the second style. Each cap is laced with signature suede under visors and embroidered F$F logos. Additional details include satin lining, printed taping, and back word marks. Definitely check 1&15TH for more images or purchase.
DQM Spring 09 Snapbacks, 5 Panel, and Trucker Caps
Dave's Quality Meat is set drop new Spring / Summer 09 heat this weekend (4/18). Below are three styles ranging from 5-panel snapbacks, camper style 5-panels, and some dope trucker caps. DQM takes it back to the basics with their Bolt snapback caps in core cotton, offered in four colorways plus a camouflage option. Next up are the 5-panel camper caps offered in three, tight plaid, color options that feature a front label. Closing out this release are B.A.S. (Beer Appreciation Society) trucker caps in color blocked with white front panels or solid black. Look for these at DQM and other official dealers.
Dave’s Quality Meat
7 East 3rd Street New York, NY 10003
212.505.7551
New 10 Deep SP09 Snapback & 5 Panel Caps @ Wealthy Hostage
Wealthy Hostage is now carrying new hat product from 10 Deep's Nineteen Ninety-Now, SP09 collection. First up, you have a classic with the "By Any Means" Snapback cap. Made in straight cotton twill, the sides and undervisor feature embroidered hits. Just a mention, WH also brings in "the must have" Malcolm X tee. Following through are 10D's Ironside Navi, 5-Panel Caps in a custom plaid pattern (not stock fabric!). You know the deal, nice sharp side printed hits and back adjustable strap. Get a piece now through Wealthy Hostage and other official 10D dealers. 
New RANSOM Fitted Caps
Toronto’s Ransom recently released a new batch of Ransom branded New Era 59Fifty fitteds. This new batch brings the official RNSM Bold Logo style in Blk/Gold, Blk/White, and Royal/White. Also included in this release is their custom Swords & Stars fitted cap in tonal gold or white. Both styles are available at the shop, with only the RNSM Bold style on their site. 
