Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
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. 
New DQM Fitteds & Snapbacks for H08
The headwear continues to flow as DQM releases preview images of upcoming fitteds and snapback caps for H08. First up is DQM’s Check All New Era 59Fifty caps, which feature individual + symbols embroidered throughout the whole crown and visor. Offered in various colors these pieces don the main DQM logo in raised embroidery. Right behind that is the Free All snapback caps made in crisp cotton with embroidered sewn on patches. The detailed patch is spread across a palette of black, red, yellow, and navy colors. These caps along with some apparel pieces are set to drop this Friday. 
Mitchell & Ness NFL Throwback 2Tone Snapback Caps
Mitchell & Ness brings it back to the basics with these brand new 2 tone snapback caps in NFL Throwbacks. These pieces are made in wool and feature a high-crown mold plus a wider, square-shaped visor. Slate gray is the color of choice across all crowns with team color visors plus additional embroidered hits such as left side NFL shield and back Mitchell & Ness script. With deadstock sports licensed apparel in effect, no one other than M&N is bringing it back clean with NFL throwback logos. These snapbacks are now available through Lids.com with the second wave hitting the Mitchell & Ness store / site and other select headwear spots.
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.
Inside Label: Paul Brown's Cincinnati Bengals Cap by New Era
Paul Brown was the original founder and owner of the Cleveland Browns football team. During training sessions, Brown became notorious for wearing a brown melton wool cap with a felt, single needle stitched CB. In September of 1967, Brown was awarded an expansion team in Cincinnati. His trademark hat carried over with him as he began wearing the CB style in Bengal colors.
This six panel, snap back hat, was created by the New Era Hat Company for the official use of the Cincinnati Bengals during the late 1970’s. The front two panels are constructed of white wool and have the classic CB flocked in orange. The side and back panels are black wool with a classic white top stitch running down the seams. The inside buckram consists of a thin whicker backing, typical of New Era caps during this period, and is lined with a white cotton sweatband. The brim of the cap is orange wool and the under visor consists of a green felt. Brown last coached the Bengals in 1975 and was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1967. This hat serves as a classic representation of Brown and his impact on professional football in Cincinnati. 
Undefeated / UNLV Starter & American Needle Snapback Caps
Undefeated is set to drop these exclusive, UNLV Runnin' Rebels, snapback caps starting tomorrow through their Vegas base. Using an accumulation of dead stock UNLV caps from Starter & American Needle, Undefeated embroidered their own graphics on open side panels. The finished product brings together retro sports licensed product with current sneaker boutique. During the height of sports licensed caps, UNLV was one the hottest schools out there because of their colors, mascot, & winning of the 1990 NCAA Men's Division I Championship over Duke. Now with the return of old school licensed caps here & the Magic show starting tomorrow, what better occasion but to bring this project out? Because of the rarity of the styles these are sure to be gone by midweek, so get yours now. 