Have A Look At Sneakerlah’s New Merch Ahead Of The Event Date

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Sneakerlah is coming up this weekend, and it’s only right that we preview to you our line of merchandise. As our intern has so eloquently put it, “merch gives fans something to remember an event by.” We thought about it, and thought about it again, and then pulled the trigger on several pieces of apparel and accessories.

Applying the graphical masterwork of Arma from Transit.KL, Sneakerlah’s line of merch comprises of a long sleeve shirt, standard t-shirt, lanyard, and socks. The long sleeve crewneck goes for RM 90, and t-shirt for RM 70. Socks are priced at RM 20 and the lanyard will go for RM 30. All of these can be purchased at Sneakerlah itself at Mid Valley Convention Centre, so better be cash ready for the event. Will you cop?

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Jetcetera Debuts New Single, ‘Hear Me Out’

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Channeling ‘Alvvays’ Vibes

We’re experiencing pretty good times in the music scene right now. New music is always at the forefront, new bands are formed, and new sounds emerge that always adds another flavour into the stirring pot that is the Malaysian music scene. One of those new entries is a musical ensemble that makes itself a conduit for indie pop/dream pop to flourish and grow, otherwise known as Jetcetera.

The band’s new single is a familiar premise that we’ve all been through at some point, so it’s not a complete outlier of our emotional spectrum. The song revolves around being in a limbo of wanting to work it out and wanting to end the relationship, an ambiguity of whether is it worth continuing or to leave. It’s contradictory at best, regretting the end that you saw coming a mile away.

Melody wise, it’s an easy get go. Smooth vocals with upbeat guitars and drumming adds a certain level of urgency to its indecision, conveying desperation combined with conflicting solutions make for a very heartfelt song that we’ve come to known in the times we’ve put behind.

One can only wonder whether the band’s EP will be a compilation of songs in the same vein, or a kaleidoscope that explores the whole spectrum of emotions through its dream-esque music. One thing’s for certain though. A new sound on our shores? We welcome it with open arms.

 

 

Adidas Drops A Prophere That You Actually Want

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With The Help Of Rap Group SOB x RBE

 

The Prophere represents a rebellious mindset. An act of an outsider upon the norms of society, the shoe is launched subsequently with with the help of a few rising stars in west coast rap, SOB x RBE.

The newly formed rap group, known for their laidback, off-beat rhythms and homegrown energy encapsulates all that the Prophere stand for, and being in Vallejo, California brings forth this element clear as day, but let’s talk about the shoe itself, because it’s something you would actually want.

While all the other Propheres had relatively modern colourways and patterns, this colourway represents a homage to the classic colours that reflects Addias, and the silhouette looks especially good in triple black paired with the white cage that doubles as the three stripes. The alternative version sees the cage coloured to ‘Hot Pink’ instead, if you fancy a pop of colour.

Going RM 489, the new colourways of the Prophere will be releasing on the 4th of October worldwide. Cop or drop?

 

 

WATCH The X-Men “Dark Phoenix” Trailer Now

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Better Than “Apocalypse?”

Let’s just put it this way. While “Apocalypse” wasn’t a total disaster, it was still horrible in comparison to the previous X-Men movies and made it seem as Days Of Future Past is an Oscar winning movie. Apart from that, Disney was in talks of acquiring 20th Century Fox, which pushed the release dates back as negotiations continued on, and it may seem that the movie will have never even had a chance to surface.

Now though, it’s a whole different story, and “Dark Phoenix” seems like the most promising one yet.

The movie is set 10 years after the events of Apocalypse, focusing its plot line on Jean Gray (played by Sophie Turner) discovering her antithesis, The Phoenix after accidentally unlocking a higher power. Professor X (played by James McAvoy) tries to avoid this by not telling her the truth, which then fails as Phoenix turns to Magneto for help.

While this storyline has been foreshadowed and realised in X2 and X-Men: The Last Stand, this iteration follows closer to the actual comic book story then the other two, so it should be exciting to say the least.

Watch the trailer above and let us know what you think.

Departure From The Status Quo: Pestle And Mortar Debuts Their FW18 Collection

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Duality

Not long before, Pestle and Mortar announced that they were closing down their flagship store in Bangsar which caught the lot of us to be surprised. What we didn’t know, is that the revival of the brand in a new overhaul was coming our way, and it’s a big one.

“As Above, So Below” explores the spectrum, specifically the point where dark meets light. A gargantuan 38-piece collection, the collection offers a look that brings traditional elements forward into a post-apocalyptic scenario. Think kimono in a Neo-Tokyo synthwave setting.

Inspirations from Bosozoku and Delinquent aesthetics were drawn for their key pieces and is slightly bit twisted to give it a more Malaysian flavour. Chinese replaces the Kanji in all clothing that has typography, a ‘kapcai’ is featured as well, and the bomber features Nyonya inspired graphics to go along with the theme. Synthwave also plays a major part in the design ethos, with one t-shirt featuring Mt. Kinabalu in 2D polygons with the PMC wording, very reminiscent of Kung Fury design aesthetics.

We come now to the pièce de résistance of the entire collection: a black Moonlight Haori done in collaboration with DY/DX studios. Japanese utilitarian design styling is fused with rebellious nature, accented by Bosozoku inspired graphics embroidered in gold on the back and chest. Construction is kept lightweight yet functional with 6 pockets, tying together all elements that result in what is called, the “Black Emperor Haori.”

The collection debuted with much flamboyance, after hosting its runway show inside an LRT from Kelana Jaya station to Pasar Seni. PMC is the opening move in 4 way chess game between Prasarana, SOCAR, Touch N Go Digital and PMC in its #MultiflexFriday campaign, which promises to bring more entertainment into public transport in the near future.

All pieces of PMC’s FW18 collection is available to purchase at Major Drop now.

 

WDHANFTSY: Adidas PureBoost GO

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We finally put a pair of shoes to the test. Boasting exceptional stability and comfort for training, Julian ‘Sunflower’ Leong (IG: @julianleong) and Bryan ‘Botak’ Chin (IG: @bryanbotakchin) walk the Adidas PureBoost Go through its paces, with a little help from a friend.

“What The?” Lebron 16s Are Dropping Next Month

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We usually get the ‘What The?’ models late into the model’s timeline, usually by the end of the product cycle to commemorate all the previous colourways and patterns into a single pair. This round however, Nike has done a complete 180 on its model line, by introducing the ‘What The?’ model first in pre heat.

Let’s talk about the model first, the Lebron 16. A hard step-up from the15, which is by miles Lebron’s best looking shoe, the 16 follows the same design silhouette with several key changes. Strength is the focal point, and Nike has updated the shoe with Battleknit 2.0, their most durable and lightest knit pattern today, with symmetric patterns adorning the upper. Air/Zoom combo is brought over from the 15, and a leather heel counter and tab completes it.

Nothing about the shoe matches. Two types of multicolours don the knits on both sides of the pair, while the outsole is finished with a wild camo multicolour and gradient patterns. Laces too have alternate colours in blue and red, while the heel tabs are finished in white and black; white featuring the edition number, and black featuring a lion’s head with embroidered gold eyes. Hard stuff.

The ‘What The?’ Lebron 16s will be dropping on October 4 on Nike.com for RM 815. All hail the king.

For more Nike news, Edmond Looi has imagined up a Nike X Dragon Ball collab.

What If Nike Made A Dragon Ball Z Collab?

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Wonder no longer fellow brethren. Local customiser Edmond Looi has realised your dreams, using an Off-White Presto as a foundation no less.

Reflecting Goku’s trademark uniform, the Presto gets dipped in orange with the Swoosh, rear midsole, insole lining, and heel strap coloured in blue and ripped slightly for a more battle worn look. The tongue features an embroidered patch featuring the character “悟” meaning enlightenment. Additional details include a leather tab printed with Goku’s signature hairdo, while the “AIR” wording is printed in white.

It is a bit sad though, because the pair is a one-off and not for sale, but we’d wager the custom looks a tad bit better than Adidas’ own rendition. We’ll leave that up to you.

KISS Frontman Now Has His Own PUMA Suede For Sale

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Now you no longer have to rock just the band shirt

PUMA’s not putting the brakes on these collaborations. Right after Big Sean and ADER ERROR, the sportswear giant turns to the music scene, and immediately employs one of the biggest names in Rock & Roll for a partnership featuring the ever-versatile Suede 50 model.

Which is a bit unusual since the Suede’s never really intersected said region before. Nevertheless, KISS frontman Paul Stanley has a pair to his name, and it’s a looker.

We all know KISS. Probably not so much from the music, but for their extremely striking presence bearing black and white make-up, tongues out with the devil’s horns high up in the air. PUMA thought it best to imbue that spirit into the Suede, which results in a silhouette that’s loud, in your face, and drags whatever shred of attention you can get to your shoes.

Inspirations include references from their album “Animalize,” not just the face paint. The Suede’s upper is debossed with zebra print and black leather Formstrip, complete with a red leather heel tab and finished with finished with an off-white outsole. Co-branding is present on the tongue, and grills a la Air Force One are present. All in all, we’d say all elements of the rock band are distilled perfectly into this pair.

Bold enough for you? The Suede 50 X Paul Stanley will be available at PUMA KLCC and Sunway Pyramid at RM481 on September 27th.

For more shoe news, this Air Jordan 1 Reverse SBB is going for $146,000.

The Complete Index To Streetwear Stores In Klang Valley

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Klang Valley is a big melting pot of culture. Every now and then it’s not uncommon to come across a few people dressed head to toe in heat, and more often than not, it’s easy for the streetwear head to intersect with another decked out in a completely different style than you, and the level of diversity we have should be celebrated. While the sneaker scene here has been on the major rise thanks to the influx of extremely hype silhouettes, the city’s streetwear roots actually lie deep within skateboarding.

However, both of these realms often intersect, and as such, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best skate shops and streetwear shops scattered around the Klang Valley region.

Skate Shops

Showroom

One of the most OG skate shops around, Showroom is a one-stop-shop for all things skating. While stocking mostly apparel from Obey, Dickies, Undefeated, Ben Davies, Huf, and local brands like Against Lab, the store also sells new decks, wheels, and axles complete with a mini-half pipe to try your skateboard out before fine-tuning it.

Address:10, Jalan 1/77A (Behind Times Square), 55100, Pudu, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Opening Times: 12PM – 9.30PM

 

Krookz KL

Krookz has been around for a fairly long time. First opening its doors back in 2008, the store only has gone stronger and better with each passing year. The store is the only one here in Malaysia that carries Gosha Rubchinsky’s skateboard subdivision brand, PACCBET, as well as bringing in merch from Southeast Asia and endorsing local skateboarders with it. Pretty solid stuff.

Address: 65-1, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 11AM – 9PM

Wheel Love Skateshop

A bit of a legend around the Subang area, Wheel Love is all about skating, rollerblading, in-lines, and nothing else. Servicing the local skaters from all across Malaysia, the shop has moved from SS15 to EnerZ Extreme Park for expansion.

Address: 791, Enerz Indoor Extreme Park, Persiaran Subang Indah, Subang Jaya, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor

Opening Times: 12PM – 8PM

Streetwear Shops

You no longer have to look across the pond to cop the latest releases. Most are available here, and now. All you gotta do is know where to find em.

Isetan The Japan Store

While this isn’t necessarily a standalone brick and mortar store, the flagship does bring over highly coveted brands from the land of the Far East, straight to you, the consumer. Only caveat is the impending hole in your wallet once you browse through its subsections. Mastermind Japan, Undercover, Commes Des Garcons, Porter, Off-White, all available under one roof.

Address: 10, Lot 10, 50, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 11AM – 9PM

FHX

Look for a black burger shop named ‘Burger On 16,’ and you’ll find a small stairwell leading up to a relatively simple skate store up above. What differentiates this shop from the others, is that they almost exclusively stock Rip n Dip merchandise; literally everything from umbrella’s plush toys, rugs, and apparel. Your stock for all things Lord Nermal is here. Apart from just Rip n Dip, the shop also carries other brands like HUF, Undefeated, and Stussy to name a few.

Address: 16, Jalan Changkat Thambi Dollah, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 12.30PM – 9.30PM all week

Stussy KL

Who would’ve thought that the one brand that started it all has a base in Malaysia. One of the only Stussy stores in Southeast Asia (The other is in Singapore and Taiwan), the shop brings a slice of American street culture right here at our doorstep. Here, it’s a Stussy only affair, and a quick look through may cop you some KL exclusive tees fro a very decent price.

Address: 10, Jalan 1 / 77A, Pudu, 55100, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 12PM – 9.30PM

The Fourheads

Fourheads keeps it simple. If you’re looking for either Palace or Supreme, this is the place to go for accessories, caps, and apparel. No questions asked.

Address: T014-B (3rd Floor), Mid Valley Megamall, Lingkaran Syed Putra, 59200 Mid Valley City, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 11AM – 10PM

Preme.KL

Basically a resell store on crack. Anything and everything Supreme can be found here easily, with the occasional surprise drop from other brands like Anti Social Social Club, Champion, and footwear heat. Whatever it is, only the most coveted, and rare drops make the cut.

Address: a2, 1, Jalan SS 15/8a, Ss 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor

Opening Times: 12PM – 12AM

17Gallery

For those who frequent the Subang area, will have most probably seen this shop with rows upon rows of wrapped shoes, sitting, waiting, to be opened and bought. One of the earliest shops to fully stock the Nike Flyknit Racers during its peak, 17Gallery has already established itself as one of the go-to places to hook yourself up with some new creps. From the ridiculously sought after Off-White Air Jordan 1s, Air Yeezy 2 “Red October,” Adidas Futurecraft 4D, the shop is filled to the brim with whatever your budget fancies.

Address: 21, Jalan SS 15/8b, Ss 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor

Opening Times: 1PM – 10.30PM, Closed on Mondays

Plug

Not many other places are as Yeezy centric as Plug, featuring almost every Yeezy model from when the first 350 was conceived, all the way until the newly re-released 700. The store is split into two sections; a clean, minimalist white foray displays Yeezys on one side, and other brands on the other, while the back perpetuates a dark, moody space for apparel, mainly focused on Bathing Ape and Commes Des Garcons.

Address: 88, Jalan Pandan Indah 4/6b, Pandan Indah, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor

Opening Times: 12PM – 9PM, Closed on Monday

Left Right

A retail store that stocks a fair share of accessories and apparel, one that serves the entry level hypebeast all the way to collectors of a particular brand. Comprising of brands like Patta, Yeezy, and the usual Nike and Adidas collabs, it’s an easy store to like, given relative ease to purchase products at affordable prices, especially the clothing. However, look out for the grails on offer; a particular hand painted Collette shirt for last year’s Complex Con still sits on the shelf somewhere in the store.

Address: 32-1, Jalan Rampai Niaga 4, Rampai Business Park, 53300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 2PM – 10PM, Closed on Monday and Thursday

Red 30

Right in a quiet corner in Amcorp resides a quiet store that looks just like any other vintage store, except the inventory in this one is almost exclusively heat and nothing less. While the name doesn’t coincide with the amount of Supreme products that the store carries, Red 30 also carries its fair share of collaboration items, apparel and accessories, all within the confines of a vintage store theme.

Address: Amcorp Mall, 18, Persiaran Barat, Pjs 52, 46050 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Opening Times: 12PM – 5PM, Closed on Monday

Vain

Apart from just reselling items on its shop, Vain also does pre-orders for new upcoming items as well as regular giveaways in the form of a raffle system where the winner is able to purchase clothing or shoes for a price below retail. Pay them a visit, and an arcade claw machine presents itself. Cough up RM20 for a chance to win hype on a budget!

Address: Lot 123A, First Floor Empire Damansara, Jalan PJU 8/8 47820, Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Transit KL

Quite unlike the other stores, Transit KL’s premise is modelled after a convenience store. Think Family Mart, but for streetwear. Transit hosts a mostly local brands from the likes of Against Lab, Transit’s in-house brand, Shuren Projects, Common Dust, and a bit of international like Dickies. The store also hosts it’s own zines contributed by local artists, disposable cameras, pins, drinks, and whatnot for a whole one-stop experience.

Address: 22, Jalan SS 15/8b, Ss 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor

Opening Times: 12PM – 8PM, Closed on Mondays

 

Fabspy

While every other store here carries brands for across Pacific, Fabspy turns over the stone in search of local brands and curate them at its flagship store in Mid Valley. It’s practically your go-to place if you need to rep that local.

Address: Mid Valley City, 58000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 10AM – 10PM

Major Drop

Much like FHX practically carries only Rip N Dip, Major Drop is the main carrier for Bobby Hundreds’ label, The Hundreds and Pleasures, as well as other Southeast Asian brands like ‘Berak’ from Indonesia. Accessories like bracelets, pins, patches, and headwear make themselves available at the shop too.

Address: T-052, Level 3,, 75, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 58000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 10AM – 10PM

 

Sole What

Sole What’s main USP is that it curates lifestyle shoes that are fit for a timeless look. Browsing through its online catalog showcases a myriad of silhouettes fit for all kinds of budgets and looks, from perennial Vans models, to instant classics such as the Adidas Superstars and Nike Air Max 180, to modern designs like the Ultraboost Laceless and Zoomfly SP. Occasionally too, the retailer will carry several collaboration models, the last two being Vans’ partnership with the Van Gogh Museum and WTAPS.

Address: S229 The Gardens Mall, Mid Valley City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 10AM – 10PM

Crossover

One of Malaysia’s original sneaker retailer has since grown its business to become a platform for exclusive releases, contemporary classic silhouettes, as well being the sole distributor of Carhartt and Carhartt WIP here in Malaysia. You won’t be short-changed once you stepped inside the store.

Address: Lot T-025, 3rd Floor, Mid Valley Megamall, South Court, Lingkaran Syed, Putra, Mid Valley City, 59200, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 10AM – 10PM

Hundred%

If other shops encourage more of a pick and choose whatever you like, Hundred% likes to stay true to the roots of the culture that the scene was born from. The shop heralds upon legacy models such as Vans and the Nike Air Max series, namely the 1, and Air Force 1s, having hosted several events such as AF1Theory during Air Max Day, as well as celebrating the 1st year anniversary of Malaysia’s largest Vans community, Under The Palms MY.

Address: T9~T11, Lot 10 3rd floor, (Sports Hub), 50, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 10AM – 10PM

Boundlezz Unlimited

Keeping a good mix of local and international, Boundlezz also keeps it real, stocking only skatewear items from the likes of Deblanc, Lord, Champion, BAPE, and Vans to name a few. Supreme is almost always a definite inclusion in places like these. The store is also one of the only few to stock Ian Connor’s Revenge Storm shoes for a fairly pretty penny.

Address: Sungei Wang Plaza, S132, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Opening Times: 10.30AM – 9.30PM