Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
RichWierdo "Everything Else is Regular" Snapback Cap @ Arth
Independent apparel brand, RichWierdo, strives to be different with their latest "Evrythng Else Is Rglr" snapback cap. This is a solid, six panel cap made in cotton twill with plastic backstrap. Upon close inspection you will notice the spelling is a bit odd, in a block letter font. The visor is decked out in a full-color sublimation print of a nice tropical scene and RichWeirdo's icon embroidered on the back. This piece retails for $40 at Arth stores plus directly through RichWierdo's online site, which also offers red or black crowns. Enjoy the summer, have fun and be different, cause everything else is regular!
Text: J.Villarin / Image: Arth
Aurajen 46: S11 'Volcano' Snapback Cap
Independent brand, Aurajen46 is set to release a new wave of caps starting with their Volcano Snapback for Summer 2011. A46's first cap line set the foundation with mostly black and their signature orange logo. The 2011 Volcano snapback brings back the pinwheel crown with red/ slate grey/ black panel blocking and alternate-colored eyelets. Made of wool blend, the front panels sport the A46 symbol in raised embroidery and official brand wordmark on the back. Another detail worth mentioning is the slick, black suede on the under brim, which is embroidered with their Konscious Generation motto. Pre-orders for the Volcano snapback cap begin this week on Aurajen46.com and the official, release jump off July 4th. Stay posted for more from A46's Summer 11 line.
Williamsport Crosscutters Official On-Field Cap Designed by The Clink Room
It's been a minute since we've had The Clink Room on the UA but the drought is over with this latest custom fitted cap for the Williamsport Crosscutters, Single-A affiliate team of the Philadelphia Phillies. As usual, Jason & Casey serve up their unique, creative talents to come up with a fresh Santa inspired/lumberjack character. The graphic style and character pay homage to Williamsport's heritage of once being known as "Lumber Capital Of The World". The cap uses deep scarlet for the crown and navy top button and visor. The back features the Minor League Baseball logo and all caps come with Clink Room's removable patch. Get yours now through Clink Room online store and local team shops carrying Minor League teams.
Image: The Clink Room
New Summer 2011 ONLY Vintage 5-Panel Hats
One of our favorite independent hat brands is back with another fresh batch of Vintage 5-Panel Hats. As usual, ONLY hand picks deadstock vintage fabrics and produces these gems in extremely limited quantities. So limited, in fact, that they only produced 3 pcs of the Vintage Orchard Hat worldwide. All hats are available exclusively through ONLY online store and made in the USA! Get yours!
Images: ONLY
Berberjin x CA4LA Fedora Hats
CA4LA, considered one of the most unique hat spots in Japan, has connected with Berberjin boutique to bring forth some vintage style Fedora Hats. These unique hats are a perfect offering amongst the huge selection of used clothing at the Berberjin locations in Harajuku. The hats are made of wool felt with semi pinched crowns and feature tonal grosgrain ribbons finished with bows. The curved 1 1/2 brims are edged with extra fabric. Available in taupe or black options, strictly at Berberjin or CA4LA.
Image: CA4LA
Dope Couture 'Dope Army' Snapback Caps
Dope Couture keeps expanding their head game by introducing two new snapbacks caps. The release offers two choices of either the Tiger Stripe Camouflage or solid black, Coup D'eTat Dope Army cap. Both styles add on to Dope's recent Spring 11 release of exclusive cut n sew and tees. Get both caps now through Dope Couture Online.
Images: Dope Couture