Universal Article Archives

Universal Article Archives

Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.

Kangol Burlap Straw Cap

Here is one the latest caps from the Kangol brand. This military inspired cap is constructed of tight burlap & thin weaved straw fabric. The straw fabric sections are weaved in with black contrast straw lines to make a plaid pattern. The cap is finished off with burlap fabric, soft inside sweatband & black cotton lining. This is a fitted cap style with S/M & L/XL available for sizes. With August summer in full effect this style offers a comfortable & breathable cap for day or evening outings.


Kangol Summer Straw Burlap Fit Cap


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Supreme Summer Picks

Here are exclusive pics of recent hats from Supreme NYC. Setting it off is the legendary Phase 2 collaboration cap. Reminiscent of early black & white graff mags this cap comes with all over newsprint graphics & a stitched front Phase 2 tag. Mixed in with some neon colors, this cotton 5 panel cap brings back a raw NY edge. Second is this sick plaid cut & sew military style cap. The front panel comes down to reveal a full mesh fabric insert. Fresh styling with the plaid selection the mesh opening will also keep your dome cool. Finally, Supreme releases these very comfortable tight acrylic knits for those chilly summer nights. All styles are available now in multi color combos at the Supreme NYC store.


Supreme Phase 2 Cotton Cap


Supreme Phase 2 Yellow Cap Side


Supreme 2007 Summer Plaid Mesh Cap


Supreme Plaid Cap


Supreme Tight Knit Hat


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Obey "Temple of Doom" Military Cap

Here is pics of one of Obey's freshest new military cap. The Temple of Doom cap is a 5-panel cotton cap with all over gold print. The amount of total detail in the print makes it the selling feature of the cap. True to the Obey style, this cap is laced with a well thought out drawing in line with their tight graphics tradition. The cap comes in brown & black with gold print on both. You can find this cap at independent clothing spots that carry hats or right now through Caliroots.


Obey Temple of Doom Brown Military Cap


Obey Temple of Doom Graphic Cap


Obey Temple of Doom Brown Military Cap


Images from Caliroots.

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Stereo Sound Agency 07 Collection

Stereo Sound Agency will be releasing their spring 07 headwear collection very soon. The collection consists of silhouettes such as fedoras, buckets, military, gatsby, & a fitted cap. Every hat comes with very fine detail characteristics & totally produced through the Kangol brand. Look for these through the SSA site or other independent spots.


Stereo Sound Agency Kangol Headwear Collection


Stereo Sound Kangol Gatsby Hat


Images from Stereo Sound Agency

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Triple 5 Soul Crazy Soul Fidel Military Cap

Here is a recent pic of a new women's corduroy cap from Triple 5 Soul. This good-looking cap incorporates stretch cord fabric with distressed top stitch, print, strap & button. The cap is part of T5S's spring line that includes more military styles that also sport the straps & big buttons. The cap comes with the standard Triple 5 color woven label on the back. Triple 5 has consistently put out creative military inspired caps to accessorize back to their apparel & maintain that design level with this cap. You can find this one through apparel boutiques or the T5S site.


Triple 5 Soul Military Crazy Soul Fidel Cap


Triple5 Crazy Soul Fidel Military Cap


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