UNDFTD x PUMA CLYDE STRIPE-OFF

I had to look back at these a couple times to decide if I liked them or not. It's the new Stripe-Off pack from Puma's collaboration line with Undefeated, including three suede colourways of the Clyde model. I love that they've totally stripped the shoe down to its core structure, it's just some suede panels with a logo tag, nice and simple. But there's something that opposes the simplicity which almost ruins it for me, perhaps it's the thick laces or the massive 3M logo on the tongue. It just feels a little too chunky and inappropriately loud for me. It's a good set of colours though finished with nice premium suede.

UNDEFEATED x PUMA CLYDE F/W 11

The minimalist Clyde Strip Off silhouette by Puma returns with its collaboration with UNDFTD for the Fall/Winter season in three autumn colourways. The premium leather sneakers come in tan, navy and orange, each with matching laces, white outsoles and contrasting tongue label and ankle branding. You know I'm a fan of all things simple and sleek, and these sure are. Elegant shoes with bold character and of course excellent quality in the leather upper and lux insole. They were released today, followed later in the week online too.

OBYO JAMES BOND FOR DAVID BECKHAM SS12

adidas Originals' hit collaboration line with David Beckham and Undefeated's James Bond continue to keep strong, and we may only have just tasted the beginning of winter, but they've already released this preview lookbook for their Spring/Summer 2012 drop. It showcases glimpses of the gear for the sophisticated sportsman's sunshine look, featuring the now expected elegance and quality craft. I like how the jacket and crew neck sweat are looking. Watch out for further information and details soon, because clearly it's ready to go.

OBYO BOND FOR BECKHAM FW10

adidas Originals ObyO James Bond for David Beckham is a collaboration I've been tracking since its launch back in October last year and I just love what they produce. David Beckham is a massive idol personally, and the collaboration with UNDFTD's James Bond is so sleek and current.

This is a preview of what's to come in the Fall/Winter collection 2010. These are a pair of full leather sneakers with a two tone scheme of black and tan brown. Just so elegant, simple and beautiful. We'll have to see how pricing goes but if it follows some of the previous footwear from this collection, I would expect it to be between £110 to £135. Pricey perhaps but so gorgeous. They will hit the Originals stores in July.

LINKS : adidas | UNDEFEATED

JAMES BOND FOR DAVID BECKHAM

My long-awaited Spring/Summer 2010 range from the ADIDAS ORIGINALS BY ORIGINALS JAMES BOND FOR DAVID BECKHAM collection has been revealed. Returning for its second season, the partners of football icon David Beckham and James Bond of UNDEFEATED have produced a clean and contemporary line using a simple colour palette. I think the styles are a cool, sophisticated brand of sportswear.
The grey hooded top is so elegant and looks really light. It was warn by Beckham himself in the launch party last year. He also wore on his feet the white colourway of the sneakers pictured. The boat shoe looks so awesome and I love the non-extrovert stripes. These shoes are so clean, smart and beautiful. Absolutely love the red base too.
I think the collection is so subtly branded that they can be worn easily in a somewhat active lifestyle. The set should be released soon in flagship stores worldwide.

LINKS
adidas Originals | David Beckham | UNDFTD