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Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.

New Stussy x Delta Caps @ In4mation

Hawaii’s In4mation just received new Stussy x New Era fitteds & trucker mesh caps in collaboration with fame artist Delta. The caps are part of Stussy’s Fall 08 release & feature Delta’s “graff-architec” visual art as all over patterns. The trucker mesh cap is a bit subtler in black & white with the Stussy word given a 3D touch. The 59Fifty fitted takes Delta’s abstract dimension art as an all over print & includes a nice red inside satin lining. These exclusive pieces are now available at In4mation’s Honolulu homebase, their online site, & Stussy dealers.

Stussy Black Trucker Cap by Delta artist Stussy 59Fifty Fitted by Delta Artist


Images: In4mation

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Subcrew Summer 08 Trucker Caps

Hong Kong based, Subcrew, is back with some new trucker cap styles for summer 08. All caps are built using the true trucker 5-panel model with full foam backing. The caps come with various front applications such as hi-density prints, patent leather, & heat transfer prints. Personally, the all-solid color cap with "S" ligature logo is sure to be the big hitter. All caps have plastic snapback closures & are now available through Subcrew & Super Clique HK.

Trucker Meshback Caps from Subcrew


Image: Subcrewreact

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New Brixton Fall 08 Hats, Pt:1

Brixton Ltd. has started to ship their new headwear pieces for Fall 08. First off is the Combat hat which is built in a 4 panel, X construction inspired by military/hunting styling. This hat is made with wool herringbone fabric & also has a pinstripe inside lining. Other features include a short visor & extra warmth with the knit earflap panel. Second, is the core trucker cap styling of the Semi. This cap features grey/ brown wool plaid fabric for the front panels & black mesh panels. The standard Brixton pin is changed up with a cotton twill, embroidered patch. Stay posted for additional pieces from Brixton.

Brixton Ltd Combat HatBrixton Ltd Semi Trucker Cap


Images: Brixton Ltd.

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Truck Brand Meshback Caps

Bringing it back to the basics is the Truck brand with you guessed it - trucker mesh back caps. The set up is simple, bold headline statements & 70's inspired graphics printed on solid based & white front caps. All the standard features of the trucker are here with the poly foam front & visor, braided cord, & adjustable snap back. Truck brand has you covered with every color combo you can think of now available at Onspotz.com, Tokyo.


Truck Brand Tokyo


Truck Brand Trucker Meshback CapsTokyo


Truck Brand Trucker Meshback Caps Onspotz Tokyo


Images from Onspotz.com.

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Montage "The 1,000 Faces" Trucker Cap

Below is a recent pick-up at Exit Hong Kong from the Montage brand. Under the sub-collection The 1,000 Faces is many different cap styles including this trucker mesh cap. The front panel & visor is made with brown poly, nylon fabric backed by thick foam. Graphic consist of an abstract design that is printed tone on tone with heavy puff print of the Montage word. Cap includes full mesh side & back panels plus plastic snap back. Currently, there is not much info on Montage or availability here in the states but definitely putting out some unique caps. Available now at Exit Double-Park, Hong Kong.


Montage The 1000 Faces Mesh Back Cap


Montage The 1000 Faces Mesh Back Cap


Montage The 1000 Faces Mesh Back Cap

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Stussy Holiday 07 Caps & Beanies Preview

Here is a preview of what Stussy has in store for hats this holiday season. The full release includes apparel pieces such as tees, jackets, and hoodies & of course hat styles for the full get up. The caps range from basic 5950 fitteds, plaids, & meshback trucker caps. The knit offering includes patterns, stripes, & long fit beanies to round out the assortment. Stay posted for release dates coming shortly.


Stussy Holiday 2007 Headwear


Stussy Holiday 2007 Knitted Beanies Preview


Images from Stussy Store UK.

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