Universal Article Archives

Universal Article Archives

Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.

Tokyo 08 / Part 2 : Cap Collector ONE

Part of my journey in Tokyo was the opportunity to visit the one & only Cap Collector One. Cap Collector ONE is a premier spot in Tokyo & a great online spot for your entire fitted cap fix. Located in the Harajuku district with a second spot in Ueno, CC One is craved out similar to fitted spots out in NYC (125th, Jamaica Ave.) but a bit more polished. As you can see from the pics below Cap Collector is nothing short of NY fitteds. The NY Yankees caps command about 50% of the wall real estate & the rest is made of other teams plus a whole window wall dedicate to independent brands such as The Hundreds, HUF, Upper Playground, & customs. Having showcased a handful of their products here on UA it was great to finally hit them up for a visit & some fitteds! Cap Collector is located on Meiji St, one block up from the Harajuku train station.


Cap Collector One Fitted Shop


Cap Collector One Fitted Shop Inside

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Sig Zane x Kicks HI x New Era 59Fifty Fitted

Here is a sneak preview of an upcoming 59fifty fitted from Sig Zane & Kicks Hi. Native son of O'ahu, Sig Zane produces yet another premier design pattern exclusively for Kicks HI. The hand-craved print is named Olaka, which translates into life or living. The cap will drop February 9th at both Kicks HI locations & SigZane Design spot.


Sig Zane 59Fifty Fitted Cap


Image from Ian Ginoza

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New L&K Limited @ Frank151.com

F151 just got these exciting "Dreams Come True" fitted caps from Kayo & New Era. L&K Limited is a new brand from Kayo Corp. who also works behind the scenes for DGK, GOLD, Expedition, & Organika. The "Dreams Come True" fitted is made with wool & sea foam green splatter paint across the entire cap. The fitted cap also sports a contrast undervisor & inside satin lining of the same color. The combination of message & color makes this one a sure shot for all seasons.


L&K Limited Dreams Come True Fitted Cap


Image from Frank 151.

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LE "TurnItUp" Lumberjack Flannel Fitteds @ Onspotz.com

OnSpotz.com out in Tokyo just released these limited edition 5950's. These crisp fitteds are made with trending lumberjack wool flannel fabric. The official seal for these caps is the large full raised embroidered "TurnItUp" word script on the left side. For these caps Onspotz goes with the larger lumberjack pattern & also offers it in blue/black. Available at their flagship store in Harajuku, Tokyo or online.


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All images from ONSPOTZ.com

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Hawaii Warriors 5950's @ FITTED Hawaii, Pt:2

Here are pics of the navy & scarlet red editions available this Saturday at FITTED. Get yours!


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Images from FITTED Hawaii.

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New Hawaii Warriors 5950's @ FITTED Hawaii

Here are pics of new Hawaii fitted caps at FITTED Hawaii. What better way to rep Hawaii's undefeated "Dream Season" then with these crisp new colorways! Real basic approach, hunter & purple colorways will release first with red & black editions following after. The caps are made with NE's 5950 fitted shape & feature front tonal school ligature with contrast outline. Only 60 pieces of each colorway available so get going. Walk-in & phone orders welcomed!


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Images from FITTED Hawaii.

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