It turns out that the new Huf Spring/Summer 2008 collection is not slightly bigger than previous seasons, but huge. This weekend they will be releasing the next part of the collection, which once again consists of several new New Era caps, 5-panel caps, hoodies, vintage crewnecks and also denim, something we have previously not seen from Huf at all.
This part of the collection also looks very solid, introducing basic pieces with minimalist design details. According to Keith Hufnagel, these pieces are releasing at Huf stores tomorrow.
Check out the entire drop after the jump.

We give you a preview of the DVS Luxe Summer/Fall 2008 collection. DVS has build a premium line under the Luxe label over the past couple of years and consistently improved the collection, which presents sneakers and clothing in premium materials.
The DVS Luxe Summer/Fall ‘08 collection is drawn from a mid-century color palette with the intentions of classic design. They introduce two new shoe models this season – the Standard Lo and Standard Hi. Otherwise they also present a range of t-shirts and hoodies in the collection.
Most exciting in the new collection is the collaboration with Ray-Ban sunglasses on the popular Wayfarer model.
Have a look at the complete DVS Luxe collection after the jump.

Plain Gravy is one of those special brands that sits somewhere in between streetwear and fashion. Created by artist Tofer and Todd Tourso, the brand stays true to its Californian roots in their style and manages to attract both the hardcore streetwear customer and the more casual and fashionable dresser, which is an interesting situation to be in. Maybe its simply because they are trying less hard than so many others out there (at least it seems that way), which ends up giving their line a certain lightness.
Anyways, their new collection is about to be released. The new Plain Gravy Summer ‘08 collection consists of t-shirts, crewneck sweaters, hoodies and shorts, as well as some accessories.
The collection will be hitting stores at the end of May, so make sure to look out for it. A complete look at what to expect, after the jump.

Seeing Tonite back on the map has been very exciting this year and aside from a strong new collection this season, they also seem to make big moves on other levels. The UK label has been asked by Paul Smith to design a collection for their Japanese store.
This work was a special request from Paul Smith to design a capsule collection for their Japan stores. It will also be making it’s way to London with a very limited appearance at the P.S. Borough store. This is the very first preview. It is heading into stores now.
The name of this collection is “Robinstein Frankencrusoe” and as that suggests, it’s about a combination of the attributes of those two (Robinson Crusoe & Frankenstein) mythical figures. Frankenstein, alienated by a hostile, war-like society, escapes and takes to the Sea, pursuing the Sun and the promise of a better life. However, he is ship wrecked and washed ashore on a small tropical island, where he is discovered by it’s only resident, Robinson Crusoe. They form a friendship and an alliance and the clothes reflect their collective ideas about survival.

There are elements of surf-style and punk in the clothes, which are part of Fergadelic’s ongoing attempts to meld the Punk with the Hippy!
It is great seeing such unexpected collaborations, with such an incredible turn-out. At the same time we have to give it to Paul Smith, a high fashion designer, who clearly understands and appreciates the talent and skills of Tonite and Fergadelic.
The collection is now hitting stores in Japan and London. If you are lucky you can get your hands onto one of these classics. This is certainly one of those pieces that you buy and look back at in 10-20 years.
Check out the collection after the jump.

Last week we gave you a pretty complete preview of the upcoming Idiom 2009 collection. Now Jeff Staple shows us some lokbook images and also some product shots of the line.
Have a look at the collection here.
Check out some more images after the jump.

Taking inspiration from vintage clothing seems basic on the surface. However, rarely do people push beyond the basic rehashing of old themes and looks. Garbstore is about capturing a feeling in manufacturing and detail. Against the rash of retro style and nostalgic graphic pilfering, this approach is certainly refreshing. It proves the benefits of looking closely at material culture and extracting lessons from that exercise.

Having founded One True Saxon, and helmed R. Newbold and Red Ear in the Paul Smith empire, Ian Paley’s reputation speaks for itself. His experiences, no doubt, have provided him with necessary tools to pick apart aspects of the old and re-imagine them so cleanly. Garbstore is a brand hinged directly on the quality of its product and the joys of making new items.

Ian and I connected over the phone. He was in one capital city (London), and I was in another (DC). We did not talk politics.
Read The Interview Here…

Hixsept was born in 1999, fusing the ideas of two french graffiti writters : Hëx and Hept.

Forerunners of the process consisting of adapting graffiti related items to clothes, they constantly try to mix art, graphic design and clothing.The brand itself always willing to stay on the side.One course of action: create and show.The artistic environment created around Hixsept makes it a brand with attitude, a graphical activist through urban art.
In there most recent collection they created a series of overall 10 t-shirts. They were designed around the idea of bringing a new perspective when it comes to think about the making of a tee-shirt. Hixsept diverts the basic format considering it as one of the essential piece of our wardrobe. Each model is designed and thought through down to its smallest detail, has its own identity, fights for a story and perfectly fits into the global harmony of the series.
They re-interpreted some subversive patterns, paid homage to the alternative movements as well as to 80’s HipHop and the fanzines.  Each model is released in a limited edition of 200 pieces.
One can say a lot about a t-shirt, surprisingly, because many might argue that “it’s only a t-shirt”. In the case of Hixsept one can see that a lot of work went into each piece.
Have a look at the line after the jump and you will see what we are talking about.

Kawsone has been relaunched and now carries a selection of the new Original Fake Spring/Summer 2008 collection. Definitely a nice move, making product a little more accessible, even though quantities are for sure pretty low! Via Kaws.

DNR reports about Red Wing adding an apparel collection to its brand, which currently only makes footwear.
Brands with history are celebrating a big comeback in recent years and interpret their classics in new ways. Especially the Japanese market has always closely watched classic American brands and adopted their styles accordingly. The Workwear clothing brands have been very successful as of late to be adopted as fashion brands. We are thinking of brands such as Carhartt, Woolrich and others. Therefore, Red Wing should also, if done right, be successful with their clothing.
“Made under license with Richlu, a Canadian workwear company, the leather coats and jackets, launching this fall, may look tough, but the range is squarely aimed at the company’s new and growing customer base: the fashion-forward, contemporary market.”
Definitely something we look forward to!

Recon has released a series of Spring 2008 t-shirts in store. The t-shirts all play in one way or another with the Recon identity and come in an array of colors.
Check out more after the jump.