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Hayoung Jung New Balance 1300 mapping project

2010-11-09T08:26:00.000-08:00

This is unreal, they just do it right in Japan.

J crew for New Balance

2010-11-08T11:09:00.000-08:00

This is one of the latest projects from New Balance & its a made in the USA production! These are only availalbe at J Crew stores, so NO I cant get you any, however you can get them on the J crew web site to make it easy

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Filson X Levis

2010-11-03T20:29:00.001-07:00

So I usualy keep my posts relevant to brands I work with or places I have been too, however I dont care in this case & just had to throw up some info on the new FIlson for Levis jacket. Two iconic brands doing something that a grown man can get behind. Alot of time the "colab" project is just too flavor of the month & not something any one from some college kid could represent properly. This project reminds me of the Freemans for PF FLYERS project that you will see comming in early 2011. Got mine ordered & on the way, but they back ordered untill mid November so dont sleep.

Scotch Home Alone

2010-06-22T08:23:00.000-07:00

In a few weeks the new premium lounge collection from Scotch & Soda starts shipping. If your hanging out around the house you want to hang in these

Fred Segal NB Sonic Wall Instilation

2010-04-22T09:00:00.000-07:00

Neiman Marcus Launches PF

2010-04-02T16:35:00.001-07:00

SO Neimasn is now carrygin PF. Great to be in such great company with there roster of luxury brands.

Louie Vito 2010 Boot sneak peek

2010-02-22T21:14:00.000-08:00

So Louie went into the Olympic qualifying events wearing none other than the never before seen NB 790 snow boots. I cant wait to get into a pair of these. (unfortunately a certain company "swooshed" in on Louie with a very large check so he would endorse there boots, o well we know where he would rather be)

New Balance 365 Jesper Kouthoofd

2010-02-22T21:10:00.000-08:00

Although Jesper Kouthoofd's name might not be very familiar in the U.S., it's widely known in Sweden, where the director started out as one of the founding members of creative collective ACNE, and after going solo in 2004, has gone on to become a highly respected talent—of many sorts.

Working out of his own recently launched shop, Kouthoofd, Ltd. and Swedish production company Catcom, the 38-year-old Kouthoofd has directed spots for Sony, Volvo, Ikea, H&M, Mitsubishi and more, demonstrating an all around command of storytelling, performance and visuals—often tinged with wit and humor. "Everything he does just has a great comical twist to it," explains Farfar web director Per Hansson, who also believes Kouthoofd is "equipped with probably one of Sweden's best creative minds."

In fact, film is just one of his many skills and Kouthoofd prefers to describe himself as an "experimental director," drawn more to jobs that find him not necessarily behind the camera, but in his Stockholm studio—a garage housing everything from traditional editing equipment to a complete workshop, stocked with a laser cutter, CNC router, tools and even a music studio full of vintage synthesizers for sound experiments—he sometimes does music for his own films.

The fruits of his labor include the singing robot choir that was a key component of the multiawarded Absolut Machines installation/website from Great Works. Kouthoofd created Absolut Choir out of Teenage Engineering, an "art-technology-consumer product" enterprise he launched with three software and hardware engineer buddies two years ago. T.E. has also made a "Bluetooth advertising high tech messaging system" for Sony Ericsson and has plans to soon release what Kouthoofd calls a "very special" portable synthesizer system, a modular lighting system and a new consumer product built from the technology developed for Choir. "To me, everything is interesting in one way or another," says the admitted workaholic. "I try not to be stuck in a specific discipline, but instead learn and explore anything that comes my way."

Check our Kouthoofd's latest project, NewBalance365. 365 shorts done revolving around Balance. A new one to post everyday www.NewBalance365.com

Agenda HB January 2010

2010-01-10T20:37:00.000-08:00

Trade show season came all to quickly. This last week we hit the new year running and got all the new Fall 2010 product down to Hunington beach for the Agenda Show. Agenda is in its 7th year & I think I have only missed one of them. I was at the first one and its crazy to see how far the show has come. There were a ton of heavy hitters there & trend setters. Overall a great way to start out the season and we got a ton done. Many Many thanks to Adrienne & Jennifer who made the trip from Boston to help with the show and Jenn from our LA office held it down like usuall.

Shiek PF FLYERS Shop in Shop Sacramento

2010-01-04T22:17:00.000-08:00

Hey if your in Sacramento CA, stop into the new Super Shiek. Shiek Shoes just opened a super hughe new store in Sacramento & we are very happy to be apart of the new location. The new PF wall is up & the new inventory should be there any day now. If your up in Sac town, stop in!

Undftd Desert Storm 2010

2009-12-22T20:41:00.001-08:00

Sneaky peeky. Undftd X New Balance "Desert Storm". Comming to Undftd stores in April of 2010.

Liberty Hotel Boston

2009-12-22T18:04:00.001-08:00

So I get non stop comments on how great my job must be & great it must be to travel etc. Yes, your right. Its pretty rad and for the most part I do love my job. Hotels do get old but from time to time there are some that are more note worthy than others. When I go back to Boston to New Balance HQ (while I don't stay here $$$$) I always make it a point to grab dinner or a drink at the Liberty Hotel. Imagine if some one bought Alcatraz in San Fran & put in an amazing restaurant & re-worked the jail to be decked out with luxurious elements & spohicated decor. You would get the Liberty Hotel. Built in 1851 & once housed Americans most wanted. Now, re worked in 2001, it houses Americas hip & cool.

The Clink, which is the bar has been left intact, you sit in a cell & have drinks while looking at various celebrities mug shots, its great. the restaurant is really amazing as well, however be forewarned that you may need to brace your AMEX prior to dinner as its going to set you back, but an occasional indulgence never hurt anyone.

on your next trip to bean town, defiantly make some time to stop by the hotel and at least use the restroom!
www.libertyhotel.com

Agenda HB

2009-12-13T21:47:00.000-08:00

Here we go again! This will be your first opportunity to take a look at the Fall 2010 PF FLYER'S & New Balance Collections. January 7Th & 8Th at the Hyatt Hotel in Huntington Beach CA www.agendashow.com

The above shoe, the 205. RC205 number inspired by Khalid Khannouchi’s World
Record time on 2:05:38 Style series was the shoe worn by Khannouchi for his world record winning race. Shoe worn by Kenyan Kimbia Athletics group.
YOu will see this shoe at retail for April 2010 arrival

Hanni El Khatib of Huff SF

2009-12-13T21:38:00.000-08:00

So when Hannie isn't busy working with Keith on the Huff collection & the various Huff colab projects he is rocking away with his band. From what I understand the album doesn't officially come out until Spring 2010, but if your one of the lucky 100 there are some copies floating around. I took a listen and his sound reminds me a bit of the cramps, but that's just my opinion. Defiantly check it out!

http://www.hannielkhatib.com/

Serendipity Ice Cream You Scream We All Scream

2009-12-11T10:11:00.000-08:00

OK, so you may find this an Odd post. BUT, New Balance hosts the entire company twice a year. We all get together & get clued in on all the new goings on with the Company & most importantly they get us all in the know on the upcomming seasons collection. About a year ago the sales meeting was in Boca raton FL. Yes, its right next to Miami & no I dont know why we dont have the meeting in Miami. However, there was a redeamding factor to the stay. Serendipity. If you dont know about Serendipity, its a 60 year old Ice Creamery based in NY. I think this is the only one they have outside NY. They took it to a new level in the Florida Location. You still get that amazing ice Cream and the decore is really amazing. Its 50's ice cream parlo meets Alice & Wonderland colors. If your ever in Boca Raton stop in you wont be dissapointed. I cant say so much for the city of Boca raton, but this spot is the best thing they have going

Freedom Trail Collection

2009-11-11T18:09:00.000-08:00

When Concepts had the oportunity to work with New Balance for the 2nd time on a shoe, it seemed natural to source inspiration from the home town of Boston.

The 875 trail hybryd & the classics 1500 are hitting select reatilers November 27th. If your on the west coast stop into: Goods Seattle, HUFF SF, Sportie LA and of corse Undftd stores. get em while you can!

PF FLYERS Holiday 09 Astor

2009-11-10T12:55:00.000-08:00

The Astor returns for its second delivery. The HOliday up-date has really nice waxed leather laces and features italian nylon. This newer PF style gets its influence from another PF style called the Albin & gets exagerated retro detail from the iconic Glide basketball high top. get em while you can

Kangaroo 850's are comming Dec 5th

2009-11-10T07:25:00.001-08:00

To ring in the upcoming Sneaker Freaker x New Balance M850JST collaboration shoe, a video has recently surfaced on behalf of the “Skippy Appreciation Society”. The video helps further accentuate the shoe’s main focal point of featuring a kangaroo leather upper. For more details on the Sneaker Freaker x New Balance M850JST, check out the previous post.

South Bay Ride

2009-11-10T07:18:00.000-08:00

Sunday Nov 15th, our friends at Podium (DVS, Matix, Lakai) will be hosting a special bike ride event in the Southbay. The benefit is for DVS founding father, Winston Dunlap, with all proceeds going to the Alzheimer’s Association. Podium, along with Huf , Cadence, Incase and 686 will be there in full effect!

New Balance 686 Partnership

2009-11-09T22:09:00.000-08:00

So we are just a few days away from the West Coast launch of the 686 X new Balance collection launch here in LA. I just got my NB580 Snowboard boots & I'm ready to hit the hill. Unfortunately I have a sales meeting in Florida that is going to keep me from getting out on the hill, but rumor has it that I'm going to get some snow with my Turkey this year so stay tuned for a full review on the new boots.

for a full run down & all the technical features of the new boot & outwear collection go to:

http://686.com/products/mens/times/62/new-balance-x-686-ltd-edtn/ViewCategory.php

686 X Super Nova LTD

2009-11-02T20:18:00.000-08:00

Every season Mike west from 686 does a crazy super limited colab project in addition to what ever Times project he is working on. Last year he did these un-real Levis X 686 3 ply selvage denim snowboard pants (no I didn't get a pair, LAME) This season to tie into our New Balance project he did 20 "super nova' collectible box sets. Each box set comes with a MT580 boot, MT580- sneaker, 3 ply jacket and a new era cap which is one solid piece! Pretty rad to have hanging on the wall. Come out and see one 1st hand at the Blends launch party in LA this next week!

NB X 686 Launch Party

2009-11-02T13:48:00.000-08:00

Over the past 2 years both 686 & New Balance have been working together to create an evolution from the MT580 NB trail show to snowboard boot. The end result could not have come out much better and we defiantly could not have a better partner for the project. Come out this next week & check out the collection & enjoy some music & drinks

Undftd X Stussy & Hetic November 580

2009-11-01T15:21:00.000-08:00

So Undfeated, Stussy and Hetic continue their footwear collaboration with the latest version of the MT580. The shoe will be available at Undefeated Tokoyo, Los Angeles, Stussy Japan, and Hetic store locations. the shoe should retail for around $150 US stay tuned for official launch date (could get pushed out to December) www.undftd.com & peep this blog for specific launch date TBD

Blackbird Blog: INTRODUCING - THE FIELD HOUSE

2009-11-01T14:00:00.000-08:00

Well I'm kicking myself. Just got back from the north west & now I find out that Nichole from Blackbird has opened a new concept shop. Unfortunately I was a day late & a dollar short and missed the opening while I was up there. I look forward to hearing from anyone who has been able to pop in to see what Nichole is up to! While your in the Ballard area make sure you stop into Senior Moose for a o so delightful Mexican lunch. 5242 NW Leary Ave, you wont be disappointed

Blackbird Blog: INTRODUCING - THE FIELD HOUSE

Holloween Shoes!

2009-10-31T12:23:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloween! Its fun being in the shoe game as both me & the fam always have the perfect shoe for every occasion. Since today is all hollows eve, centers with a bit of orange will do nicely & the Kids are well dressed in the Charlie Brown Halloween 574's. Have a fun & safe night!

Center High MT Edition

2009-10-30T22:26:00.000-07:00

So outdoor boot trends are undeniable right now. Living in LA where the weather is always so amazing its hard to jump on boot trends. I must admit I like getting to wear sneakers year round, but every now & again its nice to try something new. Thanks to the PF team in Japan we have a limited release of the Center High MT edition. they took inspiration from a trail bot & married certain details with the iconic center high to create a really great new style. Sneaker meets boot, go get some. Available in both wheat & black. www.REVOLVEclothing.com has the Black

New Balance 999 Feral Collection

2009-10-30T22:06:00.000-07:00

The 99X series dates back to the early 80's, the 99 original was released in 1996 and was a very technical style for the New Balance brand. For this special release we worked with Leftfoot in Singapore and Mita sneakers in Japan to reintroduce this iconic new Balance style.

The NB freal Creation Collection is an Asian inspired collection. This collection is divided into 2 collections, one from each retailer and are limited to 660 pairs worldwide.

Singapore-inspired 999-designed by Left foot. Leftfoot has drawn inspiration from the lion.

Japan-inspired 999-design by Mita Sneakers. Mita has drawn inspiration from the grey mouse.

Available late October in the US at Undefeated stores only www.undft.com

PF Windjammers

2009-10-30T15:30:00.000-07:00

So the windjammer is a 1960's re-issue from PF FLYERS. This shoe never got the respect it deserves as there are allot of similar silhouettes in the market. however this shoe is far superior with the quality & craftsmanship. its also hard to warrant investing in a nice RRL button down, some great say APC denim and then wear mediocre shoes!? the windjammer can defiantly dance with a more sophicated apparel assortment. I know this is probably the last shoe you may be thinking about as winter is upon us, but for the lucky So Cal residents go out & get some!

Seattle WA

2009-10-30T14:57:00.000-07:00

Wow, Seattle was chilly. This was a great stop. I was able to not only stop in & see the Scotts (Scott @ Khulmans, Scott @ Ians, & Scott @ Goods) but in addition to work I was able to get up on some Serious Pie. Serious Pie is a Tom Dougles restaurant. Next time your in the city of the future do your self a huge favor and make a stop for lunch (Dinner is way too busy & packed)

(Ians Left, Khulmans Middle, delicious wonderful pizza right)

Portland OR

2009-10-30T14:48:00.000-07:00

Just got back from a trip to the North West. I of corse met up with Zac & Seth from www.oddball.com but also spent some time with Justin from Local 35. Over the past 6 years (thats right 6 year anniversary coming up) Justin has really made a name for his store not only Portland but in the US as he was voeted one of GQ's top 50. Keep your eyes pealed as there are some great Local 35 X PF Flyers projects in the works for 2010!

DDC Lab SoHo NYC

2009-10-30T14:44:00.000-07:00

When in NYC make sure you stop into DDC lab in SoHo. DDC are the creative directors for New Balance and do a fair amount of development on PF FLYERS as well. This PF display was built using recycled/reclaimed wood

Spring 2010 Rambelr Re-Issue (comming 2/1/2010)

2009-10-30T14:43:00.000-07:00

PF Must haves

2009-01-04T16:34:00.000-08:00

These are some great shoes that are selling very well. We have inventory & they are ready to go

2K Spring 2009 Janette Beckman

2009-01-01T20:22:00.000-08:00

2K Spring is on its way! Janette Beckman is a personal favorite of mine:

Janette began her career at the dawn of punk rock working for The Face & Melody Maker, when British music pushed every boudary. She Had extraordinary access to the musicians topping the UK charts, including the Clash, Sex Pistols, Specials, Ramons and she photographed covers for the Police's first three albums.

For more info on Janette Beckman go to www.JanetteBeckman.com & www.2kbygingham.com