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Song for the Mute x adidas ‘SFTM-003’

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Song for the Mute x adidas ‘SFTM-003’

Let’s take it back to 2010 when two Australian designers from Sydney, Melvin Tanaya and Lyna Ty, decided to start up their own brand. They would name it Song For The Mute, with the intention of providing a voice for the voiceless.

Now fast forward to 2024, this Australian fashion brand has built up a reputation in the fashion world. Song for the Mute has joined forces with adidas for the third time to create a collection that evokes a nostalgic ambiance while maintaining a distinctly contemporary essence.

The Song for the Mute x adidas ‘SFTM-003’ sees the iconic Country OG silhouette revisited and reimagined in three 90’s inspired colourways – Pale grey and teal nylon reminiscent of vintage wind-breakers, as well as classic black leather with suede detailing. Metallic D-ring hardware is combined with a custom paracord-inspired toggle lacing system, alluding to a sense of futuristic nostalgia.

Creative Director Lyna Ty re-interprets heritage silhouettes with modernist fabrication and detailing throughout the apparel range that accompanies the footwear – featuring eight garments exploring new textile directions and techniques.

Sherpa fleece zip-up jackets are combined with digitally printed contrast sleeves and logo embroidery. Distressed jersey hoodies in brown and teal feature alongside an oversized blazer and press-stud track pants, both in a lightweight coated cotton. A custom jacquard knitwear with intricate contrasting colour-work completes the range.

The Song for the Mute x adidas ‘SFTM-003’ collection is now available online and in-store over at Song for the Mute and at selected adidas retailers. To stay up to date, make sure you sign up to our newsletter. For other sneaker features, click HERE.

ASICS Debuts The New GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII

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ASICS Debuts The New GEL-QUANTUM 360 VIII

Today, ASICS SportStyle announces the launch of the GEL-QUANTUM 360TM VIII sneaker. This shoe’s design is meant to help support advanced comfort for active lifestyles and exploring urban environments. The design inspiration for this project stems from super-natural forms and interlocking structures.

For the upper construction, the shoe features 5D print details that resemble ergonomic shapes from elements found in nature. These details add a greater amount of depth to give
the design a more layered aesthetic.


The sneaker’s midsole structure was formed with new technologies, like DIVISION SPACE cushioning. This cushioning technology is meant to lighten the shoe’s overall weight while providing more impact absorption underfoot. This feature is also met with FF BLASTTM BIO cushioning, which includes at least 20% biomass to help reduce waste and promote better
durability.


The GEL-QUANTUM 360TM VIII sneaker will launch Friday, March 8th on ASICS SportStyle online and in select stores for $250 AUD.


For more information, visit https://www.asics.com/au

You can check out our last featured ASICS article HERE.

Deadpool & Wolverine Official Teaser Trailer

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Deadpool & Wolverine Official Teaser Trailer

Now that we have had a few days to di-sect this trailer, its about time we posted it. The merc with the mouth is BACK! This time, he now enters the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and he is bringing some friends with him.

Deadpool 3 aka Deadpool & Wolverine is the only live-action MCU movie of 2024 due to the recent strikes in Hollywood. A good reset of the MCU is due anyways because of the recent run of movies not performing very well at the box office

Now, as for what Deadpool 3 will be about, is anyone’s guess. “Your little cinematic universe is about to change forever,” Wade says in the trailer, dubbing himself “the messiah” of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. “I am… Marvel Jesus.” The action-packed footage, which features the blink-and-you’ll-miss-it return of X2: X-Men United‘s hot-headed mutant Pyro (Aaron Stanford), ends with a blue-and-yellow-suited Wolverine — seen only in shadow — unsheathing his claws with a “SNIKT!”

The third entry in the Deadpool trilogy reunites director Shawn Levy with Reynolds (Free Guy, The Adam Project) and Jackman (Real Steel). It’s also a reunion for Jackman and Marvel Studios president and producer Kevin Feige, whose first producing credit was 2000’s X-Men. Reynolds co-wrote the script with Deadpool and Deadpool 2 writers Paul Wernick & Rhett Reese, and Zeb Wells (The Marvels, Robot Chicken) & Levy.

Alongside Reynolds and Jackman, the cast includes includes returning Deadpool stars Morena Baccarin as Vanessa, Brianna Hildebrand as Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Stefan Kapičić as Colossus of the X-Men, Leslie Uggams as Blind Al, Karan Soni as Dopinder, and Rob Delaney as the unpowered Peter. Emma Corrin (The Crown) and Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) also star.

This will be the first R-Rated MCU movie for Marvel Studios. “Some of the jokes are dirty, some of them are cultural observations, but that’s what we love about Deadpool, that he knows he’s in a movie, even though the stakes are real. Our movie is very loyal to that DNA too, with tremendous Marvel and Disney support, in making fun of and being self-aware about everything, including themselves.” That includes meta jokes about the former Fox properties now under the Disney-Marvel banner.  

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Deadpool & Wolverine is due to hit cinemas on July 25th 2024

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Sneaker Con SEA Singapore 2024

Jay Mijares
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Sneaker Con SEA Singapore 2024

Sneaker Con is returning to Singapore and it’s set to take place at Resorts World Sentosa on the 2nd and 3rd of March 2024. This year’s edition of Sneaker Con SEA 2024 promises to be bigger and better. Elevating the sneaker and streetwear culture to new heights and providing an unparalleled experience for attendees.

Sneaker Con SEA 2024 is set to be a monumental edition, featuring a stellar cast of headliners who are founders of much sought-after brands. For the first time ever, fans will have the opportunity to rub shoulders with icons such as:

Hiroshi Fujiwara (FRGMT)
Jeff Staple (Staple Design)
Edson Sabajo (Patta)
Anwar Carrots (Carrots)
Mark Ong (SBTG)
Tamish Aswani (AGLXY)
Big Boy Cheng (Secret Fresh)

This unprecedented gathering of street culture icons under one roof makes Sneaker Con SEA 2024 an event not to be missed.

Sneaker Con SEA 2024 promises to be a transformative experience, embracing the rich tapestry of sneaker culture, streetwear fashion, music, and urban lifestyle. Attendees can expect a diverse range of activities, exclusive releases, and unforgettable moments.

Sneaker Con SEA 2024 tickets are now on sale, offering three distinct tiers: General Admission, Premium, and the unparalleled VVIP experience. For more information and updates, visit the official website at sea.sneakercon.com or follow Sneaker Con SEA on Instagram. Exclusive Sneaker Con SEA 2024 hotel packages with complimentary event tickets for two pax are available at www.rwsentosa.com/sneakercon.

For 10% off your entry ticket, use promo code ‘SCSEATKS10‘. Make sure you sign up to our newsletter, so you can stay up to date! For other Event features, click HERE.

Foxtrot Uniform x ASICS EX89™

Jay Mijares
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Foxtrot Uniform x ASICS EX89™

Singapore-based fictional archive brand, Foxtrot Uniform join forces with ASICS SportStyle. From 1989 to the present and all the way back, it is a project in creating new memories from nuances of the past. This exclusive release marks a significant milestone for Foxtrot Uniform, known for its unique approach in spearheading the neo-vintage movement within the sneaker community.

Foxtrot Uniform‘s first official sneaker collaboration is the ASICS SportStyle EX89™, a basketball shoe that was once a sports shoe originally coined the GEL-EXTREME™, designed by Toshikazu Kayano, one of ASICS‘ most renowned designers. The GEL-EXTREME™ was known for its stability, support, and innovative GEL™ cushioning technology, making it a favourite among pro athletes. For the present, ASICS revived the GEL-EXTREME™ as the EX89™ made for daily wear.

The sneaker retains the iconic design of the GEL-EXTREME™, including the bold colour blocking, layered leather panels, and distinctive outsole pattern. However, the sneaker sees upgrades in the following areas:

● FF BLAST™ cushioning: A lightweight and responsive technology for improved comfort and bounce.
● Sculpted heel: Provides better stability and heel strike absorption.
● Outsole pattern: Inspired by the aerial view of a city, a nod to Kayano’s first US business trip in 1987.

Positioning itself as a fictional archive brand, Foxtrot Uniform specialises in curating retail experiences with a neo-vintage flair. Notable for its vintage markers, the brand allows sneaker enthusiasts to give their shoes a faux vintage look. The aged laces, inspired by 1980s aesthetics, further accentuate the brand’s dedication to replicating the essence of vintage sneakers.

For this landmark project, Foxtrot Uniform infuses the EX89™ with its signature neo-vintage treatment. The meticulous detailing includes chalky edges, aged soles, faux glue stains, and cracked leather panels, all aimed at capturing the nuanced aesthetic of a vintage sneaker. To dial it up, the imprint upgrades the upper with premium suede accents and leather detailing. The objective is clear – to create a wearable sneaker infused with the charm of the vintage aesthetic.

The ASICS SportStyle EX89™ by Foxtrot Uniform is now available via foxtrot-uniform.net and Limited Edt Singapore. Global release on the 19th of February at selected ASICS stockists. To stay up to date, make sure you sign up to our newsletter.

To stay up to date, make sure you sign up to our newsletter. For other ASICS features, click HERE and for sneaker features, click HERE.

G-SHOCK MRG-B5000R-1

Jay Mijares
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G-SHOCK MRG-B5000R-1

CASIO announced the release of a new addition to the MR-G line, the flagship of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. The new G-SHOCK MRG-B5000R-1 inherits the iconic shape of the very first G-SHOCK — representing the brand’s point of origin — and features a highly comfortable Dura Soft band.

Based on the concept of delivering “the ultimate in toughness-driven watches,” the MR-G line sits at the pinnacle of the G-SHOCK brand, incorporating state-of-the-art technology and master metalworking techniques. Inheriting the iconic form of the original G-SHOCK, the original MRG-B5000 was released in 2022. Featuring a bezel with the Multi-Guard Structure to enable precision polishing, the watch employed cutting-edge materials including COBARION®, a super-hard alloy, finished with master polishing craftsmanship. With features such as these, it has proven very popular as the flagship model of the G-SHOCK brand.

The new MRG-B5000R-1 builds on the MRG-B5000, employing a soft, comfortable Dura Soft band to offer flexible ease of use befitting the flagship line of the G-SHOCK brand and deliver suitability for both formal occasions and active situations. The Dura Soft band offers strong resistance to discoloration, staining, and deterioration over time, while insert-molding of titanium components also enhances the strength of the band’s connection to the case. The band features a soft, comfortable textural feel, offering a snug fit even when engaging in rigorous activities. A one-touch, 3-fold titanium clasp adds stylish flair to the design.

The watch design is an homage to the colour scheme of the DW-5000C-1B, the gold-accented version of the very first G-SHOCK. A diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating is applied to the case and a gold IP finish to the side buttons. The face features gold accents as well. The band incorporates textured patterns inheriting design motifs still going strong since the very first G-SHOCK, including “SHOCK RESIST” symbols and the brick pattern. While inheriting design elements from the original model, the watch combines characteristic G-SHOCK toughness and beauty with a look all its own.

The G-SHOCK MRG-B5000R-1 is now available and is only limited for sale in selected G-SHOCK stores. To stay up to date, make sure you sign up to our newsletter. For other CASIO features, please click here.

Up There x Viberg Rockland Blucher

Derrick Narciso
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Up There x Viberg Rockland Blucher

Australian independent fashion retailer UP THERE presents a special release edition of Canadian footwear manufacturer’s Viberg Rockland Blucher. Two unique styles have been batch-made in Canada exclusively for UP THERE‘s retail channels.

The Viberg Rockland Blucher by UP THERE releases in-store and online February 9. Now available HERE.

In case you missed it. Check out our previous article HERE.

EARLS Collection x ASICS GT-2160™

Jay Mijares
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EARLS Collection x ASICS GT-2160™

Luxury clothing brand EARLS Collection has joined forces with ASICS Sportstyle for their first ever collaboration. In 2023, we saw huge collaborations and success of the GT-2160™ sneaker. ASICS are not yet done with this silhouette. The EARLS Collection x ASICS GT-2160™ has elements that tells the story of EARLS Collection founder, Lewi Brown.

The EARLS Collection x ASICS GT-2160™ sneaker was inspired by Brown’s Māori lineage and the culture that permeates it. Inspired by iconic Māori touchstones such as pounamu, paua and the weaving of flax, the collaboration sneaker reflects the space inhabited by its designer throughout the formative years of his life.

Featuring a mix of natural cotton mesh and slightly brushed suede for the upper, the sneaker’s special printed sock liner celebrates Brown’s late grandfather. Hints of green are inspired by the various shades found in pounamu, visible from the back of the shoe to the sole and all the way through to custom two-tone flat woven laces.

The EARLS Collection x ASICS GT-2160™ sneaker will launch exclusively online via raffle at EARLS Collection this Sunday, 11th of February at 6PM AEDT / 8PM NZDT. Raffle ends on the Friday, 16th of February. Global launch will be on Friday, the 23rd of February from asics.com and selected ASICS stockists.

To stay up to date, make sure you sign up to our newsletter. For other ASICS features, click HERE and for sneaker features, click HERE.

atmos x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 14 ‘Tokyo Nights’

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atmos x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 14 ‘Tokyo Nights’

ASICS has not eased off the gas pedal when it comes to releasing awesome colourways of its coveted silhouette, the ASICS GEL-KAYANO 14. In early 2024, it released a new colourway with its long-time collaborator from Japan — atmos!

The ever-reliable Y2K era ASICS GEL-KAYANO 14 returns with its full mesh uppers, Gel cushioning technology, and TRUSSTIC™ TPU stabilizing shank plates. Dressed in black and grey with metallic purple accents, this new collaboration draws heavy inspiration from the Tokyo nightlife!

Retailing for $240, these futuristic atmos collaboration kicks are now available at asics.com.

While you’re here check-out our previous ASICS article.

KENZO x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 20

Derrick Narciso
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KENZO x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 20

ASICS has revealed its first sneaker collaboration with KENZO, which has been designed by KENZO’s Artistic Director, Nigo. There will be three colorways of the GEL-KAYANO 20 that will combine KENZO’s heritage with advanced ASICS craftsmanship.


Originally launched in 2013, the GEL-KAYANO 20 sneaker is formerly recognized for its structural cushioning capabilities while running longer distances. Its architectural aesthetic draws design influences from buildings and cars, creating a technical shape that yields a wide range of functional capabilities for everyday experiences. The heritage stability trainer is being relaunched by KENZO as a lifestyle sneaker that continues to embody advanced comfort properties and a technical design language.


Two of the shoe’s colorways and materials are inspired by KENZO’s tiger graphics. Each upper construction implements a faux-fur application that’s met with a velour texture, while modifying the TPU cage with a tiger stripe motif. The Digital Aqua/Black colorway draws inspiration from KENZO’s celebrated use of bright colors in their designs, whereas the Glacier Grey/Black iteration references the look of white tigers and one of the original GEL-KAYANO 20 colorways. Meanwhile, the third colorway references the idea of “running around the world.”

Its vivid color pops reference KENZO brand founder, Kenzo Takada’s travels around the world and various country flags, while the pattern on the upper paneling features animal embossed details. Lastly, the outsole’s color is meant to symbolize the ground that we walk on.


The KENZO x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 20 sneaker will be available from January 26th 2024 for $520 at ASICS.COM and through a network of selected retailers.

Check out our last feature HERE.

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