Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
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Mitchell & Ness Los Angeles Raiders Script Fitted Cap @ Rock-N-Jocks
Rock N Jocks has connected with Mitchell & Ness for a special make-up of the infamous Los Angeles Raiders script design. This unique script design was originally produced by Sport Specialties back in 1986 when it debuted as the official cap for the NBA Draft Day event. The script design was further cemented into sub-culture when Hip-Hop group NWA established this design and any other LA team cap as a staple piece of a gangsta's uniform. Twenty-four years later, this script design continues to inspire countless versions within team licensed and streetwear fashion arenas. For this reincarnation, Rock-N-Jocks sought out Mitchell & Ness expertise to replicate the design on a fitted. The cap has a wool foundation featuring the Los Angeles Raiders script design in semi-raised embroidery. It features the throwback NFL shield logo on the right side, Mitchell & Ness branding on the left, and Raiders logo on the back. Rock-N-Jocks is currently sold out of this cap but re-stock is on its way. Contact Rock-N-Jocks directly to reserve this iconic cap for the second round re-up.
Burn Rubber x Mitchell & Ness Cuffed Knit Hats
Burn Rubber have just released a collection of cuffed knit hats and scarves in connection with Mitchell & Ness. The hats are made with 100% acrylic yarn and feature ribbed cuffs. Each hat features smooth, woven BR Chef labels sewn down on all four sides and M&N script branding on the back side. Color assortment runs across Deep Red, Navy, Black and Light Gray. Currently the hats and scarfs are available only in-store. Contact Burn Rubber for more info.
Images: Burn Rubber
Frank The Butcher "The Butcher's Block" x Mitchell & Ness Fitted Caps
Frank The Butcher has connected with Mitchell & Ness for his latest The Butcher's Block headwear collaboration. This unique opportunity allowed Frank to break from the monotony and put together clean and classic fitted caps with Mitchell & Ness who are definitely on the fitted radar. The caps are made in standard wool with sharp embroidery on the front, the Frankmatic trademark on the back, M&N branding on the left and Frank's motto on the right panel. The caps are perfect expansion pieces to The Butcher's Block brand and future endeavors. No word yet on the availability but stay posted for more info.
Images: The Butcher's Block
The Originators x Mitchell & Ness Snapback Caps
LA based, The Originators, is gearing up to release two new snapback caps in connection with nostalgia company, Mitchell & Ness later this year. The first one is a standard wool 1973 cap using full raised embroidery on the year and "Birth Of Hip-Hop" in flat embroidery on the back. I am personally looking forward to this piece, there is just something about the big year look and the significant meaning behind this important year. The second is an Originators branded style that comes with light gray top button, eyelets, and top visor. Both caps are constructed using Mitchell & Ness' throwback, snapback shape, which has been popping off in the market lately. Stay posted on UA for official info on release date and availability.
Image: The Originators
Mitchell & Ness XL Logo, 2T Grey Fitted Caps
Mitchell & Ness is back with another release of XL Logo fitted caps, this time in standard 2Tone format. Like the first release, the XL Logo 2T features team logos in tight embroidery with various levels of raised sections. All styles have tonal Mitchell & Ness script branding on the left side panels with large league logos on the backs. The XL, 2T style are set to drop early September through Mitchell & Ness.com and official dealers.
Mitchell & Ness Detroit Lions Special 1952 Logo Fitted Cap
The future looks bright for the Detroit Lions in 2010, maybe not playoff bound but definitely a few extra wins to get moral up. Mitchell & Ness represents the D well by offering a healthy selection of Lions headwear, in particular this throwbacks cap featuring special team logo dating back to 1952. The often referred to 'football player running with a lion' logo was developed and used solely by the organization to be applied on championship jackets- the first one issued after the 1952 NFL title. The Lions would earn a third title in 1953 and their fourth and last in 1957. Mitchell & Ness now offers this special logo on a Lions blue, wool fitted. As a side note, Mitchell & Ness also recreated the champion's wool jacket with white leather sleeves, available here.