Universal Article Archives

Universal Article Archives

Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.

Rebel8 'Spiked Bat Logo' New Era Fitted Cap

Rebel8 is now stocking the Spiked Bat fitted cap produced with New Era on their webstore. Rebel8 starts things off by grounding the cap in timeless black and white.  The front features the custom double R8 ligature and back panels laced with REBEL EIGHT wordmark; both inspired by the San Francisco Giants letter system. The visor is done up in black leather with additional details such as satin lining and top white button.  Cop this one now through Rebel8Shop.com. Limited sizes available.

Images: Rebel8

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Invisible Stripes 'IV' Fitted Caps

The City's own, Invisible Stripes has re-up on their IV fitted caps produced with Quintin.  These clean and basic wool caps feature nice raised embroidery on the front and leather under visors. The stiff backing behind the front panels is covered with wool fabric as a nice added detail.  Both the black/red and red/white options are now available through their INVS Online Shop and Post store.

Invisible Stripes
627 Post St.
San Francisco, CA 94109  /  map

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Quintin “L’Union Fait La Force” For The People: Save Haiti Snapback Cap

Quintin comes through for Frank The Butcher & Brek.One to produce a special snapback cap for their For The People: Save Haiti Event this Sunday at Good Life in Boston.  This special collaboration is limited to only 24 pieces with all proceeds going to relief efforts in Haiti.  This two-tone cap is colored in royal and red with L’Union Fait La Force (meaning In Unity, There Is Strength) embroidered on the front.  The back features event name, Brek One logo, and Quintin metal Q.  If you happen to be in Boston this Sunday night, come out and support.  See flyer below. 

Images: Quintin / Frank The Butcher

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G-Star Raw Bronco Knit Cap

G-Star Raw always seems to come through with a good reason to own another military inspired, knit hat.  This piece is not necessarily new in stores but is definitely a good hat to equip you for low temps.  Below is G-Star’s Bronco knit cap with visor, also known as a peak knit.  This cap combines basic rib texture with a cable insert going around the entire crown.  As usual, leave it to G-Star to add staple upgrades, such as a quilted nylon insert on the back with zigzag stitch.  The front features a GSR woven label and cool, shiny Tyvek application on the back.  You can cop yours at most G-Star flagship stores and official dealers.

 

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Acapulco Gold 2010 Cap Preview

Acapulco Gold gives us a sneak peak into their upcoming Spring/Summer 2010 collection.  This first look gives us detail shots of zip-ups, crews, and caps!  First up, the AG Ole 'G' New Era fitted with green under visor... keeping it classic!  Hopefully they have this one broken out in various color options!  Next up is a shot of their Venom snapback cap in straight cotton!  This piece features clean, die-cut letters on the front and a side embroidered hit.  Get ready!

Images: Run My Game

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OFFICIAL: 2010 Previews

OFFICIAL drops preview shots of their upcoming headwear pieces for twenty-ten.  It's all in the details for the new year and OFFICIAL has it covered with established styles such as 'The Officials', The Cali Republic, and expanding into English rider/ivy hats with tweed earflaps, a nice addition to their core base of fitteds and snapbacks.  Look out for additional color ways released strictly through OFFICIAL and OFFICIAL dealers.

Images: OFFICIAL

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