Universal Article Archives
Universal Article Archives
Reintroducing the original Universal Article blog from 2006-2011.
Adidas NBA "Kickin' It" Fitted Caps
Adidas has been leaving its mark on the custom fitted game with these adidas / NBA Hardwood Classic exclusives, out now. An embroidered Hardwood logo adorns the team color front and top-visor, with the remainder of the cap in white. Putting an interesting twist on the all-over print, footprints of actual adidas sneakers decorate the back panels and under-visor in team colors. Step out and get yours before they're all gone, exclusively at Lids. 
Adidas NBA Fall / Holiday 08 Fitteds, Pt:1
Adidas NBA continues to put out fine fitted caps as part of their Fall / Holiday 2008 release. The caps below are just a snapshot of a larger selection offered by Adi starting back in October . First up is the gradient mesh cap, which features a black mesh over a gradient satin print for the front 2 panels and top visor. The rest of the cap is wool with Adi left hit and NBA logo man on the back. Right behind that is an all black series with team color highlights and gold thread top stitch. This style is laced with synthetic snakeskin fabric on side taping and undervisor with the addition of a contrast satin lining. All 30 teams are available in the styles below and are now being shipped to select headwear shops nationwide. Stay posted for more.
Adidas NBA "Playground" Fitted Caps
Adidas NBA pays homage to ballers everywhere with these new Playground fitted caps. Made with wool, these caps feature a custom embroidered graphic of shell toe sneakers, basketball, and flat brim fitted, which actually has a miniature, team logo directly printed on. Offered in white on black and team color versions, additional trims include contrast undervisor and NBA logo back hit. Adi Playground fitteds are now available at Lids.com and other select headwear stores.
Adidas NBA Lumberjack Plaid Fitted Caps
While we're deep into fall, check for these multicolor lumberjack NBA fitteds from Adidas. The classic red and black lumberjack plaid on the front is paired with blue and green plaid back panels on one version and another features an embroidered crack pattern on the top visor. Two more lumberjack offerings feature satin front panels with a woodgrain print, and a black and gold story comes with black velour front panels and metallic gold embroidery. These caps are limited to certain teams like the Cavs, Knicks, Celtics, and few others. Available now in very select headwear stores and boutiques.
Adidas NCAA Fall08 Fitted & Flex Caps, Pt:3
Below is part 3 of Adidas NCAA Fall 08 caps on Universal Article (see pts: 1 & 2). This time around, Adidas supplies two flat brim caps with the stretch fit feature along with one standard fitted cap. First up is a brown-based series with school logos in self-fabric application. All schools come in brown melton wool spandex fabric & feature school mascots embroidered on the back. Second, is an alternate color block cap utilizing cream, gray, khaki, & the team's primary color as a pop element. Finishing off the Fall 08 release is a true fitted cap in mostly white wool, team primary color, and cut n sew visor. Now available in select, school team shops & headwear spots. 
Adidas NCAA Fall08 Fitteds : Pt:2
Here we go with part 2 (pt:1 here) of Adidas NCAA College fitted caps for Fall 2008. Adding on to the collection is Adi's Houndstooth fitted cap. Done up completely in woven houndstooth fabric, the cap is detailed with contrast top button & undervisor plus white based team logos. Rocking the all over black & white houndstooth, this cap manages to balance a bit of lifestyle with some school spirit. Up next is the standard tonal package in black, grey, or white. All three fitted caps are made in straight wool with raised front embroidery & the school's established year on the back. Along with the Quilted fitted, these caps are now shipping to team shops & select headwear spots around the country. Stay posted for part 3. 
