The Cultural Impact of Marvel’s Black Panther
Words by Ziyanda Ntloko Amidst the final moments of Black Panther, there is an especially moving scene that depicts T’Challa landing his vibranium fuelled aircraft in the middle of an inner-city basketball court in Oakland, California. The kids playing abruptly stop their game and surround the vessel in wonder. One in particular breaks away from […]
Spree Style Network Embraces Young Talent
Words by Akho Nywebeni Photography by Mosa Hlophe Lulo Rubushe, a name, a brand synonymous with innovation, opportunity and hard work. The RNDM founder has mixed these traits quiet ‘seamlessly’ and has recently partnered with us to create this unique and progressive campaign. The #SpreeStyleNetwork is all about giving young people a chance, a real […]
Dipstreet Invades Parkhurst
Words by Azola Mona One of South Africa’s favorite concept streetwear and sneaker bars, DIPSTREET, is at it again. On the 15th of Feb, after 3 months in the making and 15 months after the execution of a full rebrand and the relocation of their flagship in Braamfontein- which included enhancements, such as a bigger […]
Under Armour’s HOVR Phantom Levitates Above the Rest
Words by Leslie Nteta Under Armour have been flexing lately with their releases. With all eyes on them they have attempted to create a shoe that is flawless in design, execution and technology. They have gone for the jugular and tried to create a shoe that can truly do it all in the lifestyle fitness […]
Video: adidas Launches the EQT Bask Adv in Style
This past Thursday , adidas hosted us for the launch of the EQT ADV Basketball sneaker. The event was held at Anatomy Store in Braam where we were treated to delectable appetizers and a full display of old EQTs that left us feeling some what nostalgic. This was no doubt a much-anticipated launch , with […]
Breaking Bread with Tebza
Words by Glenn Kisela Kwesta’s Spirit has taken South Africa by storm. The track has had a resoundingly positive reception, with Kwesta’s ability to bring in an international act and still remain authentic constantly highlighted by critics. With the song dominating the airwaves of South Africa the way it did, it was only natural that […]
PUMA Runs The Streets With Anatii
The next step in the evolution of PUMA’s Run The Streets campaign gets a local flavour with record producer and musician Anatii, rapper, producer Nasty C, and South African football legend Doc Khumalo representing the street hustle it takes to make your mark. PUMA launched Run The Streets in 2017 with megastar The Weeknd as […]
Shane Eagle Officially Signs with Ellesse
A fearless and inspired individual who is both passionate and determined to make his mark, Shane Eagle is in perfect sync with the ellesse #ThisIsMe attitude. Shane Patrick Hughes at a mere 21 years, personifies the ability to amplify his individuality, making a name for himself through his unique style and as a highly talented […]
Cedric Nzaka Dazzles with Latest Portraits
Kenyan born Cedric Nzaka is one of the most gifted photographers operating in South Africa right now. He specialises in incredible portraits that capture its subjects in the most authentic and realest settings. He is currently in Kenya so we asked him to share his latest work in the East. In his words .. “Gathering […]
A Right to Shine Doccie
‘A Right to Shine’ documents the lead up to Cape Town’s epic Ballantine’s X Boiler Room event. Get under the skin of the hometown heroes of Cape Town’s DIY music scene with YoungstaCPT, K$, Aux Womdatso & DJ Lyle, as part of our True Music Africa tour with Ballantine’s.
adidas Originals Launches EQT BASK ADV
EVERYTHING THAT IS ESSENTIAL. NOTHING THAT IS NOT. This season, adidas Originals presents an EQT sneaker release translating the iconic ‘90s line’s distinctive design language into a new high-top basketball context, introducing the EQT BASK ADV silhouette. At the intersection of creativity and a focus on quality, the EQT BASK ADV shoe reflects on its […]
The Wolves of Grail Street
Words by Neo Mtshali Picture snaking lines oozing from the mouths of any of the esteemed streetwear retailers for days on end. Hundreds, sometimes thousands, of fiends all waiting for their chance to step foot in their temple and hopefully get their hands on this week’s treasure of a highly-anticipated sneaker drop [yes, insert picture of […]