Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
RichWierdo "Everything Else is Regular" Snapback Cap @ Arth
Independent apparel brand, RichWierdo, strives to be different with their latest "Evrythng Else Is Rglr" snapback cap. This is a solid, six panel cap made in cotton twill with plastic backstrap. Upon close inspection you will notice the spelling is a bit odd, in a block letter font. The visor is decked out in a full-color sublimation print of a nice tropical scene and RichWeirdo's icon embroidered on the back. This piece retails for $40 at Arth stores plus directly through RichWierdo's online site, which also offers red or black crowns. Enjoy the summer, have fun and be different, cause everything else is regular!
Text: J.Villarin / Image: Arth
Aurajen 46: S11 'Volcano' Snapback Cap
Independent brand, Aurajen46 is set to release a new wave of caps starting with their Volcano Snapback for Summer 2011. A46's first cap line set the foundation with mostly black and their signature orange logo. The 2011 Volcano snapback brings back the pinwheel crown with red/ slate grey/ black panel blocking and alternate-colored eyelets. Made of wool blend, the front panels sport the A46 symbol in raised embroidery and official brand wordmark on the back. Another detail worth mentioning is the slick, black suede on the under brim, which is embroidered with their Konscious Generation motto. Pre-orders for the Volcano snapback cap begin this week on Aurajen46.com and the official, release jump off July 4th. Stay posted for more from A46's Summer 11 line.
Mitchell & Ness NBA "Diamond" Snapback Caps
Here is another one from Mitchell & Ness, which is actually in stores now. Inspired by Logo Athletic's Pro Line series, Mitchell & Ness brings it back with team centered logos and league logos on the back. Each cap is made of 100% wool, tight side embroidery, raised arch wordmarks and green under brims. The Diamond series is available in NBA Hardwood Classics, NHL Vintage and NFL Throwbacks. Some teams are even offered in classic cream crowns with 2T visors. The Diamond snapbacks are available through the Mitchell & Ness flagship store plus various other cap shops online such as ECAP, Hatland and Footsoldiers to name a few. Stay posted for the other leagues.
Mitchell & Ness NFL Arch Helmet Snapback Caps
Mitchell & Ness continues their drive upward with their latest version of the NFL Arch Snapbacks but this time with team helmets. Regardless of whether or not the NFL gets their act together, these gems definitely touch on that throwback feel bringing back the best memories of a team. All caps are wool with contrast visors, raised team helmets and standard M&N back branding. These NFL Arch Helmet snapbacks are about to hit shelves exclusively at Champs Sports first and expanded to other shops later this year.
Dope Couture 'Dope Army' Snapback Caps
Dope Couture keeps expanding their head game by introducing two new snapbacks caps. The release offers two choices of either the Tiger Stripe Camouflage or solid black, Coup D'eTat Dope Army cap. Both styles add on to Dope's recent Spring 11 release of exclusive cut n sew and tees. Get both caps now through Dope Couture Online.
Images: Dope Couture
All Black DOPE Snapback Cap by The Ampal Creative
The Stampd’ Dope Collection and Los Angeles based head wear label The Ampal Creative, are back with Round 3 of the Dope snapback caps. This time in a Murdered Out, All Black Everything color way. The caps feature tonal logo embroideries on either side, “secret stash pocket” under the crown, and West Coast embroidery detail above the snaps. With such a large following of people inquiring about these hats, they increased their production from previous runs but still holding to 100pcs. This snapback is available now exclusively through the Stampd’ and Ampal online only.
Image / Video / Text: The Ampal Creative