adidas Spezial SS17 by Mat Buckets
New season adidas Originals Spezial always gathers a lot of attention. We thought we’d take to the streets of Manchester with fashion and lifestyle blogger Mat Buckets and photographer Jake Millers to give the latest SS17 gear a run out. The range consists of the military inspired Haslingden II Jacket, the full Forest Gate tracksuit and the Mallison trainer, amongst others. Have a look at the results below…
The Haslingden II Jacket – This men’s jacket is made in CORDURA®, a technical material often favoured for military gear because of its durability and weather resistance. Multiple cargo pockets give it a utility-inspired look.
The Pleasington Rain Jacket is an update of one that debuted from the 70s, the material has water repellent finish and zip kangaroo pockets
Inspired by a vintage football top from the French team FC Nantes, the Two Elevens Shirt delves into the brand’s rich history of sportswear.
The Mallison SPZL features styling from the AS700 shoe, but has been updated with a new colourway for this season.
The actual inspiration for this shoe isn’t fully known, it was an early prototype that was never fully made. The Wensley SPZL features nylon and suede overlays, with a gum sole.
The original Jogger reborn based on the Hawaii tooling, with a short T-toe overlay and retro suede upper.
Part of Drop 1, the Garwen SPZL has already proved to be popular – based around the Brisbane the brand have produced a low version of this boot with this great article.
After releasing the New York for FW15, the range explored other city series running shoes with the Atlanta SPZL. Originally released in 1983, the shoe’s colour is inspired by the City’s sports teams.
Thanks to Mat and Jake for their work around the range, look out for it dropping online 24/3/2017 00:01GMT and instore 9am.
Dr Martens x United Arrows & Sons Collaboration
Dr. Martens have teamed up with Japanese retailer United Arrows & Sons on an exclusive pair of its signature 1461 three-hole shoe.
The collaboration draws from modern minimalism with a waterproof beige suede upper which matches Dr. Martens’ classic thick yellow stitching around the base and a Goodyear welted sole. The beige laces provide a cohesive round up of the design and lends itself to the minimal design of the sleek and sophisticated shoe.
Launches Saturday 18th March – 0.01 GMT
Win a pair of YEEZY Boost 350 V2 Black/Copper
We’re offering one person the chance to win a pair of YEEZY Boost 350 V2 Black/Copper in a size UK 8.5, from the drop back in November 23rd 2016. Just enter your details in the form below for your chance to win.
Fred Perry Reissues for Spring Summer 17
Their archive is the starting point. Where each piece tells the story of what came before. A classic, perfected again.
New for Spring Summer 17, here at The Hip Store we welcome the Fred Perry Reissues Collection. It features all the best gear from the archives, but with a fresh take on the much loved staples. It perfectly encapsulates the timeless aesthetic that the classic British brand conveys, whilst still staying relevant and having massive appeal to British subcultures – both young and old.
Our favourites include the Harrington jacket. First designed in 1930s Britain, it was the ’60s Mods who elevated it to the cult status it has today. It’s a piece of hardwearing uniform you kind of need in your wardrobe.
Why not go all out and team it with the knitted sports polo. It brings the elements of Fred Perry’s sportswear design and crosses it into leisurewear. It’s about being smart, but also being a different kind of smart to the past generations that have come before. It continues to be worn as part of the subculture uniform to this day.
Shop the Fred Perry Reissues range at The Hip Store.
