We are not reporting much about custom sneakers. The reason is not, because we do not appreciate it, but we just feel like, once you start, it never ends and therefore we leave the topic mostly out.

Today we came across this Air Force 1 “Kanye West 808s & Heartbreak” custom, and we just had to show it to you. Mixing the signature Kanye check suit with the Kaws artwork from his latest album turned out really nice on these. The AF1 was customized by Mache. He even hints at the Lego hearts by Dee & Ricky on the tongue. Beautiful work!

Take a more detailed look after the jump.

Revealed at this years Comic Con in San Diego was this custom Kaws 5 Years Later Companion by Frank Kozik. Due to its look, it was named the 500 Years Later Companion. So far it is only a custom and it does not seem like there will be a general release. Nevertheless, it’s a beautiful toy. Via Art Collector.
A detailed look at the complete toy after the jump.

Last week we gave you a first preview of the SBTG x Lazy Paramount Dunk and today we can show you images of a 1 of 1 Paramount Dunk, which turned out very impressive and will be used for the final model.
Using selvage denim was always mandatory for a customade sneaker and hunting a specific "gucci" selvage with black denim was like a dream come true.  
Selvage is desirable because the edge can’t fray like lower grade denims that have separate wefts which leave an open edge that must be stitched. In this case, the selvage sits perfectly on the top of the midsoles like its supposed to be aesthetically. Seeing the denim fray on the midsole is simply blasphemous.
The beauty of it all is that an exposed selvage lining on the midsole can only be achieved through a D.I.Y. process due to the nature of the denim and the sneaker panel curves. It is a very tedious process. 
Maintaining an understated look by leaving all the uppers black. leaving the focus on the midsole area which forms a perfect layer cake "green, red, green, off white, black stitching & lastly, gumsoles.
Lastly, a final touch of finesse, a black snakeskin swoosh. We especiallyenjoy that the sneaker does not come with any graphics, and that they concentrated on the right material mix.The outcome is a beautiful sneaker. The final model will also be coming with Starks Laces and of course with the input of Lazy. Expect it to be soon released at Royalefam.
When you create a custom that looks like a premium production model, you know you did something right!
Check out many more detailed images after the jump.

If you are tired of the griptape that you find in every skate store from here to Alaska, then Subhead has a nice option for you. They are specialized in anti-slip stickers and now also offer their custom stickers for skateboards. The days of everybody having the same griptape are counted.

SBTG and Phu got together to bring you towards the end of the month the “Death From Above” series. They created the Death Seeker Air Force 1 and the Phantom Mirage Air Max 90’s, that will start their “battle” on March 30th, when both sneakers will be released in a limited edition of 8 pieces each in the SBTG online store!

Puma send over to the Solebox brothers some custom shoes, in this case not only custom in terms of design, but even carrying their name, where usually the model name goes. The sneakers were hand painted as well. Pics via Artschoolvets.
More pics after the jump.

Here we present you an interesting custom project initiated by Purchaze from Germany – they created Nike Air Max Lights with the design based on the Porsche GT3 RS.
“One day in history, Purchaze had his opening in Groningen at the 1st of September. On this day, the Purchaze owners met the Leyp staff and the owners of the Porsche store in Groningen. As a reflecton of the top quality, concerning their products and their service, the Purchaze store had a Porsche Cayman S for the promo team driving around. As a service back to the Porsche crew, Purchaze created the Nike Air Max Light GT3 RS. This car is being put on the market in four colors (silver, black, green and orange) and these colorways are also retraceable in the four pairs Purchaze and Leyp created together with Porsche. Just check all the details: You will find also the Porsche-Logo on the tongue.
On the 27^th of December Leyp and Purchaze presented the four pairs to the Porsche staff, who are going to wear these kicks in their maintenance crew of the racing team. All of the Porsche members were very thrilled about their GT3 RS shoes, also because these are even rarer than the exclusive cars they make. These shoes are going to be presented in the newsletter of Porsche Netherlands.”
We particularly enjoy how simpe they kept the design and translated the essentials of the car onto the sneakers. Have a look at all colorways in detail after the jump.

We have seen more flannels this Fall/Winter season than in the past 10 years all together. They came of course in the form of shirts, sneakers, bags, accessories, jackets, you name it. Without wanting to bore you, we still do have to show you this fresh flannel shirt by PRPS. The sea blue color looks nice, but what makes this shirt stand out is the approach and amount of customization. It almost feels like the people from PRPS took the same approach as with their denim – lots of custom work, adding value to an otherwise pretty basic product. On the pockets, cuffs and other spots there are nice embroideries smartly changing the look of the shirt.
Definitely one of the best flannel shirts we have come across this season. It is now available at Commonwealth.

Here you see the next installment of the Vans Sky Gallery, that we have already presented you earlier on this year. Artists create works that Vans then puts up on two billboards throughout Los Angeles. This time they worked with artist Derek Albeck.

“Derek Albeck was born in 1983 in the San Fernando Valley of Southern California. Showing a talent for art at an early age Derek would scribble and Draw on anything and everything that was put in front of him. His passion for art followed him into college where he studied printmaking, painting and art history at California State University Northridge. After Graduating with honors in 2005 Derek is currently working as a full time artist in Los Angeles.”
The artist developed several artworks for the project as well as custom Slip-Ons! You can see the rest of his work for the Vans Sky Gallery here.

Puma got together with Oki-Ni to create the Bespoke collection. It takes inspiration London’s Saville Row, which is famous for its tailors and custom clothing. With the Bespoke collection Puma classics have been re-interpreted in a classic British way. The outcome is a stunning collection that is both visually interesting and in terms of quality outstanding.
Part of the first collection is a track jacket, several hats, a hooded jacket and of course sneakers. Each piece combines the integrity of classic Puma design with the best fabrics and leathers.
The Bespoke collection will be available exclusively for purchase at oki-ni on-line, at a guerilla store in London and the PUMA Black Store in New York’s meatpacking district beginning September 2007. Via Sneaker Freaker.
Now check out the collection after the jump.