January 2011
21 posts
Bill Cunningham has been documenting the NYC style scene in “On the Street” for The NY Times Sunday Style section since the late 1970’s. Filmmakers Richard Press and Philip Gefter of the Times produced a documentary about Cunningham, his bicycle and his camera entitled “Bill Cunningham New York”, set for release on March 16th at the Film Forum.
The Kicking & Screening Festival Amsterdam ‘11 January 21-23, 2011 at the Bioscoop het Ketelhuls in the Westerpark of Amsterdam. The festival will open on January 21 with a selection of shorts and the screening of “90 minutes: The World Cup of New York City” directed by Ab Winsemlus. K&S founders Rachel Markus and Greg Lalas will be on hand. “Number 14: Johann Cruiff” directed by Maarten de Vos will close the festival on January 23rd. For a full schedule of events visit the Kicking and Screening website here.
Kicking & Screening mission is to bring together soccer fans and movie-goers to celebrate the beauty and passion of soccer as captured and expressed on film. Founded in 2009, K&S is the first film festival in the United States devoted solely to “the beautiful game”. From inspiring films to insightful panel discussions, K&S provides films and filmmakers with a forum to show and discuss their work and unites the fans who make soccer the international passion it is.
Paul the octopus, who correctly predicted the winner of the last seven matches of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, has been honored with a monument at the Sea Life Centre in Oberhausen, Germany (of course). Paul’s cremated ashes were placed in a gold-leaf covered urn inside the ball. We should all be so fortunate. RIP Paul. Photo © AP
Wong Wong and our friends at Pelé Sports are teaming up to give one lucky fan a chance to win a Pelé Sports Wind Jacket and a pair of Brazil socks from Happy Socks by Wong Wong.
The Wind Jacket, from the Pelé Story Collection, features a water-resistant 100% polyester shell, a drawstring hood, two concealed side zip pockets, and adjustable side straps for a custom fit. Three-stitched stars on the chest and Pelé’s signature on the right sleeve are trademarks of the Pelé Sports story line.
“Futebol Bonito” (the joy of playing) is the philosophy behind Pelé Sports brand when it was founded in 2009. Their clothing and accessories draw their inspiration from the legendary footballer Pelé and are made for the serious football players and casual fans alike. See the entire Performance, Pelada, and Pelé Story collections here.
The Brazil socks from the Happy Socks by Wong Wong World Cup Collection debuted during the 2010 World Cup South Africa™ and feature the home kit colors of the national team with 5 stars to commemorate their 5 World Cup wins in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002.
All you have do for a chance to win is “Like” both Pelé Sports and Wong Wong on Facebook. We will announce one winner on Thursday, February 3rd. Good Luck!
Manchester United legend Eric Cantona has joined the New York Cosmos as their new director of football. The New York Cosmos were relaunched in August of 2010 by former Tottenham vice-charman Paul Kemsley and have continued to add big names to their management team, including Pelé as honorary president, Terry Byrne, Rick Parry, and another former Cosmos legend Giorgio Chinaglia. Although the Cosmos have neither a team or stadium, their intent on joining Major League Soccer as the 20th club is clear. The MLS Commissioner Don Garber even acknowledged the possibility just last week during the MLS SuperDraft in Baltimore. The only question is who will they bring on board next? David Beckham, who has one year left on his contract with MLS’ LA Galaxy, and Thierry Henry, who lives in NYC and plays for MLS side NYRB, are the most logical names as they are both familiar with MLS and living in the States. You can read the official statement from the NY Cosmos here. Photos © NY Cosmos
After launching the Nike FFF footie kit on Monday, Nike Sportswear is getting in on the act with their French Football Federation Collection. We have to say, this partnership just keeps getting better and better everyday. What do you have for us tomorrow Nike? Allez les Bleus! via Freshness
Umbro x Aitor Throup Archive Research Project debuted at Pitti Uomo 79 in Florence. Classic Umbro designs reinterpreted with a strict attention to detail and design have been combined with the sculptured, ‘inside-out’ approach with every last stitch in every garment being considered. The seven piece collection, executed entirely in gray and white, includes the Ramsey jacket, the Aztec football shirt, the Diamond Tape track jacket, the 1970 World Cup Jersey, the drill top, the drill pant, and the Barcelona short, all reworked using the latest technical innovations and fabrics. Available this summer. www.umbro.com Image courtesy of Umbro.
Nike launched the new home kit for the French Football Federation for 2011-2012. The kits debut on 9 February 2011 when France host Brazil in a friendly at the Stade De France, Paris. www.nike.com
- Dri-Fit fabric to wick sweat away and help keep you dry and comfortable
- Contrast collar for club heritage and versatility
- Bonded button placket for ventilation and a modern feel
- Embroidered interior and exterior club badge at left chest for team pride
- Hexagon detail on sleeve to symbolize France’s geography
Images courtesy of Nike
Capsule Men’s Show kicks off today in NYC, featuring over 150 of the world’s best brands previewing their F/W 2011 collections. Info and registration at www.capsuleshow.com
Capsule Men’s Show, January 17-18
Center 548
548 West 22nd Street
New York, NY 10011
10am - 7pm each day
“What Make’s a Football Club Special?” by Ryan Hubbard
“For most people, their club is the one that they were brought up with. They are the club
bestowed upon them by eager parents not wanting them to grow up and support local rivals.Increasingly, in many cases they are the club that are given to them by parents who don’t want
their children to grow up as glory-hunters (judging by the number of Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea fans I know, quite a few failed).Some people also support their adopted home-town, having previously not followed football.
But what makes a club special?”
Read the full story here. via In Bed With Maradona
On Saturday, January 15th, Juergen Teller will present new photographs, selected for the vitrine in the 032c Workshop. The show “Men and Women” - formerly “Vitrine” - will inaugurate 032c’s latest series of exhibitions, dedicated to new or previously unseen artworks.
Juergen Teller “Men and Women”
January 15 - February 26, 2011
032c Workshop
Brunnenstrasse 9
10119 Berlin Germany
Nike Football France Football Federation (FFF) campaign featuring the hip hop artist Oxmo Puccino, legendary footballer Eric Cantona, and Marianne - a national emblem of France. The new Nike FFF National Team kit launches January 17, 2011. via Facebook.com/NikeFootballFrance
The guys over at the Beautiful Gear are offering up a Nike FC Barcelona “Flip-It” Jacket (size M) to one lucky follower. All you have to do to be eligible is follow the Beautiful Gear on Twitter. That’s it. Winner will be announced on January 18th.
Artist Jon Jackson says farewell to Los Angeles (and hello NYC) via brilliantly. What’s the going rate for LA billboards these days? via Curated
A preview of the much anticipated Umbro x Aitor Throup Archive Research Project (A.R.P.) launching Summer, August 2011. From Umbro:
“Umbro, in collaboration with the critically acclaimed conceptual designer Aitor Throup, has delved into its extensive archive to launch the Archive Research Project (A.R.P.). Taking inspiration from the iconic Umbro football garments, spanning the last 87 years, A.R.P. represents design innovation and style, whilst maintaining Umbro’s English football tailoring heritage.
Since 2008 Umbro and Aitor Throup have collaborated together, specifically on the re-launch of the England Home kit in 2009 and more recently the England Away kit in 2010. It was during the 2009 kit project that Umbro and Aitor delved into the hertiage of the brand and created an England football shirt that redefined replica by fusing football performance and tailoring.
The new Umbro A.R.P. collection is an innovative collection engineered for football performance and curated for lifestle. It’s about the coming together of the past and the future; reinterpreting classic Umbro designs, such as the 1966 ‘Ramsey’ jacket and the brand’s iconic ‘Aztec’ football shirt as worn by England in ‘66, in a way that shatters the mould of previous construction methods of such garments.
The collection of seven unique garments really come into their own when examined from the inside out, mirroring the ‘inside-out’ design and construction philosophy pioneered by Aitor Throup. This concept is the foundation of the way Throup approaches his work.”
via Highsnobiety
Opening Reception for Dan McCarthy “Calvary”
Tuesday, January 11 6-9pm
The Journal Gallery168 North 1st Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Umbro’s Tee Shop latest offering shows the two things you need to succeed in football. One’s your heart…and you can guess the other. Printed on high quality 100% red cotton, limited edition of 11. via Umbro blog
