Universal Article Archives

Universal Article Archives

Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.

Santastic! "S" BB Flannel Fitted Caps

Santastic! Japan has just released some new headwear heat for twenty-eleven. The whole assortment is solid but one of my favorites in particular is their "S" BB Flannel fitted caps. These caps are made with classic heather flannel fabric with contrast buttons, eyelets, and brims plus deep green under-brims. The caps sport a casual, broken-in fit that over time will shape itself to your dome piece. The front panels feature a felt, die-cut S letter while the back sports the monkey with bat logo. The BB flannels are now available through Santastic.com.

Images: Santastic!

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OFFICIAL Neu Chulo Beanie Hats

OFFICIAL recently released one of their latest winter knit hats for 2011. The Neu Chulo Beanies are Official's version of the classic Andes knit hats with earflaps. These new hats feature fleece liners for extra warmth and multi-colored poms. The left side features Official's new Alpini label. Both bright combinations are now available through Official's online site and other select retailers. 

Images: Official Crown of Laurel

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Gotta Dance Dirty x The Ampal Creative "The DIRTYGLYPHICS" 6 Panel Snapback Cap

Setting off 2011 is a last minute sleeper produced and released in December between electronic music blog Gotta Dance Dirty, and hat makers The Ampal Creative. GDD expands their network by collaborating with The Ampal Creative on a 6-Panel Snapback cap. The Dirtyglyphics cap is made in the 6-Panel construction with horizontal front panel. The cap features custom "dirtyglyphics" all-over print on navy cotton twill. The final jump off comes in the form of a gold braided rope across the visor. This piece is now available through the GDD Store and The Ampal Creative online.

Images: The Ampal Creative/GDD

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Stampd'LA x The Ampal Creative 'Dope' Snapback Cap

Stampd'LA connected with The Ampal Creative on a quick run of DOPE snapback caps for their DOPE accessories collection. These are 6-panel caps with split front panel construction. The caps are made with solid black wool and feature the DOPE script word mark in raised embroidery. Behind the front panel, is a hidden pocket for your personal stash. The under brims are blessed with kelly green twill for a classic look. The original run of 50 black/white pcs sold out in 6 hours. A second color way is set to release next month, stand by on that one. If you want to be placed on the waiting list email, type "Dope Hat" to info@stampdla.com.

Images: The Ampal Creative

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Motivation x Mitchell & Ness 'Script' Snapback Caps

Michigan's own, Motivation Boutique has connected with Mitchell & Ness on a set of snapback caps in four different color combos. The caps feature the Motivation brand name in a custom script across the front. The right side panels feature Motivation's slogan "A Dollar And A Dream" with the Mitchell & Ness script branding on the backs. The caps are limited to 72 pcs per color and will release this Friday through Motivation and select retailers. Shout them out for more info.

Motivation
734.769.2260

Images: Motivation

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Loweres x Mitchell & Ness "L" Fitted Cap

Onspotz in-house brand, Loweres, collaborates with Mitchell & Ness on their "L" Learn From Yesterday fitted cap. This black, wool-based cap features thick, front embroidery of the Loweres L logo. Side panels feature Loweres seal on right and Mitchell & Ness script branding on the left. The back is finalized with a clean Loweres red box logo. Another highlight worth mentioning is the under visor laced with Loweres quote embroidered in gold metallic thread. The Loweres x M&N L fitted is now available through OnSpotz.com.

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