Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
Rebel8 'OilSkin' New Era 59Fifty Fitteds
Rebel8 is proud to release their latest New Era 59Fifty style dubbed the Oilskin. Classic Barbour jackets that have been using many forms of waxed cotton for years inspire these pieces. Oilskin fabric is thick cotton twill waxed with oil to keep it waterproof and wind strong. The front of the cap features a tonal Rebel8 logo while the back is laced with gold, metallic embroidery. All caps are lined with Tartan flannel fabric. The R8 Oilskin fitteds go on sale tomorrow at 10am PST. Get yours here.
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Hat Club Exclusive: WIP Caps 'Pac Q' Re-Up in Crimson
The momentum continues for WIP Caps with the Pac-Q re-up at Hat Club.com. WIP Caps connects with Hat Club once again to release an exclusive Crimson color way set to drop this Friday (16th). Only 300 pieces were produced and each cap comes with original certificate of authenticity issued by WIP Caps.
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Pennant Race 'The Natural' Fitted Cap
Pennant Race is back with a new fitted cap just posted up on their online shop. This new cap is their homage to the ballcaps of the past. The Natural is made with melton wool and features a clean, double-layered, die-cut felt appliqué on the front and embroidered 6-pointed star on the back. Pennant Race does a nice job of distinguishing their PR interlock logo by using contrasting blues jumping off a white and gray base. The PR melton cap is now available in sizes 7 through 7 3/4 while supplies last. Get yours here!
Image: Pennant Race
OFFICIAL Hats for 60 Days...
Our boy Jason from OFFICIAL is about to set off a 60 Day post marathon showcasing past, present, future, and never before released hats and fitted caps from the OFFICIAL catalog. Along with the hats he is also going to feature some personal kicks and his favorite drink, Kombucha Tea. No way that I'm going to keep up with this marathon but definitely wanted to let all you know to subscribe to the OFFICIAL Blizog for the latest! Below is the jump off with 'The American Stud' Neu Mesh, 5-Panel cap, which drops November 1st.
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Rebel8 Snapback Caps
The wait is over... Rebel8 is back with some snapback caps! These bad boys just got added to their growing selection of fitted caps. In order of appearance: the 3rd Eye Vision Trucker cap, the Eight Fingered Hand, and Burn Bridges snapbacks. All caps are made with short front seams, 5-panel construction. Embroidered hits, screen prints, two-tones, and best of all, one size fit most! Get them here.
Images: Rebel8 Blog
Upper Playground October New Era Fitteds by Jeremy Fish
Upper Playground is back this October with two New Era fitted caps designed by resident, creative artist Jeremy Fish. Setting things off is the heather gray 59Fifty 'Peaceful' cap. This style features an applique, white felt, dove holding an olive branch rising from Jeremy’s signature skull. The second cap is dubbed 'I Heart SF', which reps major love for the city of San Francisco. This joint is made with black corduroy and orange embroidery. Both fitted caps are now available at UP retail stores and webstore.
Image: Upper Playground