We give you a preview of the upcoming King Stampede Fall ‘08 Collection. The brand has nicely evolved over the years and build their collection to a degree where it is becoming a full line. Also unlike many others they understood to keep graphics and styles of their t-shirts and New Era caps rather bold, while keeping the cut & sew pieces of the collection classic and subtle, but always with a twist. Small innovations and smart additions to classics make their pieces stand out.
In the Fall 2008 collection you exactly these attributes. Have a closer look after the jump.

Here is the first sneak peek of the Johnny Cupcakes LA shoppe. They are working closely with a company that builds, fabricates and engineers various things for Disney Land/World, Universal Studios as well as other international artists + architects.
Once again they proof to understand how to put their brand in the spotlight and how to communicate with their customer in a way that is memorable. The store is supposed to open next month – we will keep you posted. Now watch the teaser video here below.

Since its first collection was released last year, the Canadian brand Ransom has become a favorite. Classics are nicely re-interpreted with new materials and functionality. The line stays subtle, but is not boring.
That also seems to be the case with their upcoming Fall ‘08 collection. Matt George gives us a first look at some key pieces, including a nice hunting jacket with matching pants, a quilted shirt and also their first move into luggage.
Check out more detailed images after the jump.

New York’s 3sixteen brand has been on street side of fashion for many years remaining  a bit less pronounced than other brands in the genre. Of interest was their Monsoon Jacket offering a few seasons ago which showed a glimpse of things to come as they ventured into the detailing of producing a true full line.
For Fall 2008, 3sixteen moves further into new territory. We provide you with some basic views of what is to come. We will of course do our best to give you a full view in the future. Via Selectism.

More views after the jump.

From Hull, MA, to world-wide phenomenon, Johnny Cupcakes has enjoyed constant growth and success. After the opening of his first flagship store, on Boston’s Newbury St., fans around the nation asked Johnny to bring their favorite brand to their home towns. After much deliberation the t-shirt baker has settled on the City of Angels. Here is a sneak peak of what to expect come for the opening of the new Los Angeles shop in late June.
Wet your appetite with a few more tasty treats after the jump.

Huf continues its patch of becoming a full clothing brand with a complete collection. Here we give you a preview of their Spring/Summer 2008 offering, that will be released in the coming weeks.
It seems like Huf takes a more mature approach this season, as they will include button-down shirts, plaid jackets and other nice cut & sew pieces in their collection. As usual its all very solid and on point. Once again the New Era offering is very strong, just like we are used from them. Pics via Keith Hufnagel.
The entire first delivery that we show you here, will be released at Huf this coming Saturday, April 27th. Check out the complete Spring/Summer ‘08 Preview after the jump.

Fresh from XLARGE Japan’s blog we present a preview of the brand’s Summer ‘08 offerings. Distinct takes on the various XLARGE logos push the new tees, though there is also one featuring a rather sharp image of the Great Wall of China. For headwear the is a trucker hat and a plaid five panel cap. For you smokers out there, XLARGE has hooked up a portable ashtray.  The collection drops this Friday, April 25.

Check out the ashtray and more after the jump.

We give you a preview of the Crooks & Castles 8021 Summer 2008 t-shirts, which will be exclusively available at their LA flagship store. The brand continues to further build on iconic symbols. This summer season they introduce new graphics and colors, which are instant classics in the Crooks & Castles collection.
Have a look at the complete line-up after the jump.

This Friday, April 4th will mark the launch of a brand new site dedicated to the Spring08 Stussy Deluxe collection. StussyDeluxe.com will host the latest styles from Stussy’s finest offering yet where cleanliness, construction, fabrication and fit are of the utmost importance. Featured categories are crew shirts, woven shirts, jackets, sweaters, hoodies, pants and shorts.

http://www.stussydeluxe.com After the jump the look at some upcoming Stussy Deluxe Spring ‘08 styles that have not landed in stores yet.

NIKE created its Tech Pack collection in order to take something familiar and reinterpret it through their signature innovation process. It’ an evolution: taking iconic pieces from NIKE’s DNA and fusing them with innovative fabrics and design embellishments. Together, Michael Leon and Jarrett Reynolds, the designers behind Tech pack, created the Summer 08 collection by combining cutting edge performance materials and diverse fabrications with sophisticated design techniques and original graphics, and then adapted each garment for everyday use and the culture surrounding sport.
The same philosophy that saw the evolution of the NIKE Windrunner jacket, and includes subtle references to NIKE ACG (All Conditions Gear), was used in the modernization of the humble polo and NIKE tee, allowing for the inclusion of other iconic elements in the Tech Pack collection. For Summer 08, designers Jarrett and Michael are adding cycling-inspired elements to the Tech pack theme. Throughout each piece in the Summer 08 collection, subtle attributes such as 360-degree reflectivity, accessible pockets for quick storage, and packable qualities , easily translate each product from morning to evening.
Graphically, Michael stayed true to the “Day and Night” theme, which is echoed in subtle design allusions to dark city landscapes and the ultimate nighttime creatures – howling coyotes.
The new collection consists of t-shirts, polos, windrunners, shorts and all weather jackets. Have a detailed look at the entire collection after the jump.