Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
Mitchell & Ness, HWC Cleveland Cavaliers, Flat Brim Meshback Caps
Mitchell & Ness, in conjunction with the Cleveland Cavaliers, is releasing two flat brim, meshback caps with team's 70's primary logo and '83-'94 jersey marks. These exclusive Hardwood Classic pieces will only be available through team shops in and around Quicken Arena the first week of April. Each cap utilizes wool for front panels and top visor plus hard mesh. With the Cavs in full contention for the O'Brien Trophy, take your pick from two distinct eras in Cleveland basketball. 
Brixton Ltd. Spring 2009 Headwear, Pt:2
Here are more images of Brixton's recently released Spring 2009 headwear collection. This diverse collection of hats include new styles such as The Semi trucker cap, The Heist cuffed knit, and new fabric updates on The Gain Fedora, The Castor, The Stroll, and The Busker cadet. Some of my personal favorites are the khaki felt on the Gain, the new plaid and corduroy fabrics to the Stroll, and the Semi trucker cap, which includes visor ribbon plus silk printed lining. All hats are now available through the Brixton Ltd. site and official dealers. See Pt:1
New DOPE "Reflective" Trucker Caps
DOPE Distribution Co. is all set to drop their DOPE Reflective trucker, meshback caps in time for Chinese New Year. The second time around, the classic caps get an update of the DOPE word printed on 3M reflective material. For this important celebration the caps are being released strictly in lucky red and black. Other details include foam backed front panels / visor, inside lining, and label insert back strap. In addition to this release the What's Good? Kuala Lumpur store is having a BUY+BUY promotion. Purchase one of the reflective Dope trucker caps and receive 30% off any other items in the store. The caps will release this Wednesday at What's Good? Kuala Lumpur and Singapore by 12 noon.
What’s Good Kuala Lumpur
#06-69 6th Floor
Berjaya Times Square
1 Jalan Imbi 55100 Kuala Lumpur
p: +603 2148 6668
What's Good Singapore
#04-08 THE CATHAY 2
HANDY ROAD
SINGAPORE 229233
p: +65 6836 9833 
Element "Recon" Foam Trucker Cap
Every now and then I like to switch it up and showcase some trucker caps. Below is the Element Recon trucker meshback cap. This is a recent Element style featuring a full foam front panel and top visor with a dye-sublimation print and embossed Element logo. The side and back panels are brown mesh with a corner logo hit and double snapback strap. This cap is still available at popular skate shops and Tactics. 
Official Crown Of Laurel Neu Mesh Debut
Official Crown of Laurel is set to release their "Nue Mesh" cap for Fall/Winter 08 season. This cap utilizes the standard trucker meshback aesthetics fused together with their fitted construction & detailing. The Nue Mesh features a rounded crown, 8 rows of visor stitching, contrast Official taping, & their new laser cut 'POP' label. Both styles are made with custom plaid fabric with a slightly shorter flat/stiff visor & adjustable snapback. This one time, limited drop will be available through Official & finer boutiques worldwide in early November.
PROCESS Caps: Season One
Back on the grind, let's set off September with newly formed apparel group: PROCESS. Starting Spring / Summer 2009, PROCESS will begin dropping headwear jewels along with the rest of their apparel pieces. First up is the fitted cap produced in conjunction with Estate LA. This cap features PROCESS' skull representation of the Braves Native Indian head logo. This cap is made in wool & comes in 2 tone, or a solid black colorway. The goods don't stop there with the offering of their trucker meshback caps. Offered in 3 colorways, this cap is fully equipped with full foam front panels & woven back labels. All caps will be showcased at Agenda & will begin to ship early next year through official dealers.
