During Game 2 of the WNBA Playoffs, the New York Liberty soared to a win against the Atlanta Dream while Breanna Stewart debuted an all-new PUMA Hoops PE of her popular Stewie 3 signature sneaker. The “Stewie 30” celebrates her Stewie 30 Elite Camp that took place earlier this year.
At Stewie 30 Elite Camp, Stewart and PUMA Hoops brought together 30 of the best high school women’s basketball players to participate in elite training and workshops to improve their game. Inspired by the mood boards that the athletes created during camp, the Stewie 30 PE includes the initials of each member of the inaugural Stewie 30 Elite Camp class.
Cedric Hudson, VP of Men’s Design at Fabletics, is a visionary in the fashion world, driving innovative design with a bold mission to fuse function, style, and purpose. Based in Los Angeles, Hudson has an impressive background that includes collaborations with Adidas, Reebok, and the iconic YEEZY line by Kanye West. As the creative force behind Fabletics’ men’s designs, Hudson’s latest achievement—the meticulously craftedDon Pant—redefines what modern athletic wear can be.
In an exclusive interview, Hudson opened up about his personal design philosophy, his creative journey, and how The Don Pant represents a new era for both Fabletics and everyday menswear.
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From Vision to Reality: The Creation of The Don Pant
Hudson’s career is built on pushing boundaries, a trait that guided him while creating The Don Pant. When asked about his inspiration behind the project, Hudson explained, “There are some good pants out there, but not great. The main component of these garments, the fabric, was not accomplishing enough for the wearer. So, we set out to rectify that.”
The journey to create The Don Pant was a three-year process, driven by the desire to craft a garment that would perform at a high level while maintaining a refined aesthetic. Hudson’s team built the fabric from the ground up, emphasizing both versatility and function. “We knew we wanted this fabric to not just look refined but perform at a high level, which is part of the activewear roots of Fabletics.”
Empowering the Dreamers and Hustlers
Hudson’s designs have always been more than just clothing—they’re a mindset. The Don Pant was developed with this philosophy in mind, catering to individuals with ambition and drive. As Hudson put it, the design is made for “shot-callers, hustlers, and dreamers.” He further elaborates, “When you are truly tapped in and focused on whatever goal you are trying to achieve, the last sensation you want to feel is of being slowed down or held back.”
The water-repellent fabric is just one of the elements that ensures ease of transition from work to play. For Hudson, it’s all about empowering the wearer. “A minor spill during the movement of my day won’t stop me in my tracks,” he said, underscoring how the design meets the demands of a busy, ambitious lifestyle.
Collaboration at the Heart of Design
For Hudson, The Don Pant is more than just a piece of clothing—it’s a symbol of teamwork and community. After three years of development, Hudson reflects on how collaborative design played a crucial role in bringing this garment to life. He credits his team, including fabric developer Margaret Dunne and tech designer Albert La Coria, as instrumental in shaping the final product. “This pant represents community and the power of collaborative design,” Hudson shared, expressing deep gratitude for his colleagues.
His emotional connection to teamwork, particularly in the design world, shines through. “You can feel the magic happening, and I believe that only really occurs when participating in team-oriented design arenas,” Hudson explained, revealing the joy he finds in working alongside like-minded creatives.
Pushing the Boundaries of Modern Menswear
Hudson’s work on The Don Pant pushed him to rethink the boundaries of modern menswear. He spoke candidly about the challenges and discoveries that arose during the creative process. “With any creative endeavor, there is always an amount of beautiful discovery that happens, and you just have to be paying attention to recognize it and act upon it,” he said.
The project offered multiple “ah-ha!” moments, which Hudson and his team embraced. These discoveries not only shaped the pant itself but also opened new avenues for future designs. “We are excited to continue to expound, not only on how he and she dresses, but also how they experience the garments,” he added, hinting at what’s to come from Fabletics under his creative direction.
Beyond Fashion: A Holistic Approach to Design
Hudson’s approach to design extends far beyond fashion. He is also the founder of Contemporary Athletics, a brand and storytelling vessel that uses design to provoke dialogue. His creativity spans multiple disciplines, including furniture design. His award-winning Greensboro Chair, crafted to honor the 1960 sit-in protests, merges design, history, and social justice in a way that’s deeply personal.
Whether it’s designing game-changing athletic wear or paying homage to significant moments in history, Cedric Hudson’s work is driven by a desire to make a difference. His commitment to innovation and community ensures that his designs speak to more than just fashion—they tell a story, connect people, and reflect a dedication to purposeful creativity.
As for what’s next? Hudson is ready to continue shaping the future of fashion with an eye on both form and function. With The Don Pant now a flagship piece in Fabletics’ collection, it’s clear that Cedric Hudson’s vision is one that will keep evolving, influencing, and inspiring the next generation of dreamers.
Spooky season is right around the corner, and it looks like Abel Tesfaye is getting in the mood early. At least, that’s how it appears in the teaser The Weeknd shared from his upcoming Hurry Up, Tomorrow single, “Timeless.” In a tweet, he shared an ominous-looking screenshot from the music video featuring the highly demanded guest star Playboi Carti with both artists draped in their signature black-on-black aesthetics. Carti appears to be wearing a samurai helmet, while Abel himself sticks with his now-familiar shades.
The two artists previously collaborated on the soundtrack from The Weeknd’s much-maligned HBO series, The Idol, teaming up with Madonna on “Popular.” That song, intriguingly enough, also appeared in Fortnite during the game’s Fortnite Festival performance. At the time, Tesfaye said of the collaboration: “I’m proud of it. I’m definitely proud of it. Me and Carti had this… I mean, we’ve jammed out before. We’ve had a different version of this song prior. So I’ve had these vocals for a while, and I’ve kind of just worked around it, and then kind of kept it in the tuck. But now it felt like it was time.”
Whether the vocals for “Timeless” also derived from this jam session is unknown, but they’ve displayed compelling chemistry before, so to see this record also succeed in that respect wouldn’t be a surprise. “Timeless” will be the second single from Hurry Up, Tomorrow after “Dancing In The Flames.”
Andre 3000 compared his music to that of Lil B during an interview with the Recording Academy published on Wednesday. After mentioning Sun Ra and the Art Ensemble of Chicago, the legendary Outkast rapper explained how his latest foray into instrumental music is similar to Lil B, who he described as having a “punk way of rapping.”
“A long line of historical bands like Sun Ra, the Chicago Art Ensemble. Even rapper Lil B,” he told the outlet. “I was joking to myself: I was like, I’m almost the Lil B of this type of music. Lil B is, they call it based rap. My son actually turned me on to Lil B. Because a lot of what he’s doing is made up or improv or really reactionary. It’s not this studied, perfect thing. Because I came up in the ‘90s, we came up with Nas and Wu-Tang and some of the [people] considered the best rappers around. It was about clarity. It was more of a studied kind of thing.”
OSLO, NORWAY – AUGUST 08: Andre 3000 performs on stage at the Øyafestivalen on August 08, 2024 in Oslo, Norway. (Photo by Per Ole Hagen/Redferns)
He continued: “A person like Lil B is not studied at all. But the way the kids respond to him, it’s because of that. It’s kind of like a punk way of rapping, and I like it. [And what I’m doing is] almost like punk jazz or punk spiritual jazz. It’s pure feeling.” Andre put out his debut solo album, New Blue Sun, last year, ending his 17-year hiatus from music. In doing so, he moved away from hip-hop and into ambient jazz.
Elsewhere in his discussion with the Recording Academy, Andre spoke about performing the flute live, the evolution of his artistic expression, and more. Be on the lookout for further updates on Andre 3000 and Lil B on HotNewHipHop.
310babii might be pretty new to the professional rap game, but he’s carving a nice niche for himself already. The California rapper knows how to craft fun party tracks that are sure to get club-goers on the dancefloor. We aren’t Nostradamus, but we probably should have saw his abilities to do this sooner because his debut single “soak city (do it)” was an instant hit. Over a year later, the record still ranks amongst the most popular on the Spotify platform with over 167,000,000 streams. Now, 310babii is looking to sprinkle a little bit more of that magic onto his newest track, “that’s it”.
It’s also the latest single for his next project, 310degrees, which is due next Friday, October 4. So far, we have gotten five of the 12 songs, so hopefully this will be the last one to be shared. Other tasters include “pink whitney”, “rock your hips” with OHGEESY and BlueBucksClan, it’s remix with Saweetie, and “forward back”. On “that’s it”, you are getting a track that was made for the ladies out there looking to get loose. “At this point, the h*es know what to do / Way too many hotties, I don’t know who to choose She heard I got pape’, now the b**** tryna freak mе (Ayy) / If she hot and got a wet t*at, she can hit mе“. Also like his past tracks, 310babii brings that West Coast bounce and couples it with some bell loops. Give it a try below with the link to the music video.
She dressed like she goin’ to the club (Goin’ to the club) She just want d***, she don’t want no love (Nah) Told her, “F*** it up, get busy” (Yeah) She spinnin’ off the beatbox, said she gettin’ dizzy, huh (Like what?) Pretty b**** doin’ lashes (Baow) I got a problem, bae, I like to smack a**es (Uh-huh)
The Air Jordan Mule Golf is set to make an impression with its upcoming “Shadow” colorway, dropping this October. This slip-on golf sneaker seamlessly blends style and practicality, catering to both golf enthusiasts and fans of iconic designs. The shoe features the classic shadow gray hue, a nod to the beloved Air Jordan legacy. Designed for comfort, the Mule Golf offers easy on-and-off access, making it perfect for the course. The durable materials ensure longevity and performance, while the gray pairs elegantly with black and white accents for a clean, timeless look.
The sneakers feature a black rubber sole with some extra traction for the course. The shoes also feature a white midsole. Also, the uppers of the shoes are constructed from grey leather, with black leather overlays. Further, a grey leather Swoosh is found on the sides. Also, Jordan Golf branding is found on the tongue. Overall, this pair features a clean color scheme.
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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan Mule Golf “Shadow” will be released later this October. Also, the sneaker will have a retail price of $110 when it is released. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.
It goes without saying that some will take any opportunity to show off their significant other. Recently, however, Wack 100’s girlfriend Rekeita Bradford Jones took things to the next level. In various clips and photos making their rounds on social media, she’s seen getting a large tattoo of Wack on her back. He recently hopped online to weigh in on the piece, revealing how impressed he is by it.
In a clip, he explains that he knew nothing about her tattoo plans until he dropped her off to get it done. When he walked inside, he couldn’t believe it. “This tattoo she did on her back, this sh*t’s amazing,” he explained. “I’m at awe, I’m lost for words… I tried to try and couldn’t, I’m just happy on the inside.”
While Wack and Jones appear to be more than pleased with the tattoo, the same can’t be said for fans in The Shade Room‘s comments section. “She lost her whole mind,” one Instagram user claims. “Goofy,” someone else writes. Of course, others are coming to their defense, arguing that it’s their right to flaunt their affection in whatever ways they choose.
Jones is far from the only person to debut a shocking tattoo recently, however. Amid Blueface’s incarceration earlier this year, Chrisean Rock also unveiled a large tattoo of his face on her cheek. Bhad Bhabie and the father of her child Le Vaughn additionally got tattoos of each other’s faces late last month, though she later admitted she wasn’t happy with the result. What do you think of Wack 100’s girlfriend getting a huge portrait of him tattooed on her back? Are you a fan of the piece or did she go too far? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
Diddy’s lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, sat down with TMZ for a new interview in the wake of the Bad Mogul’s arrest in New York City, last week. In doing so, he discussed the federal indictment against his client mentioning 1,000 bottles of baby oil being found on his property.
“I can’t imagine it’s thousands,” he said. “I’m not exactly sure what the baby oil has to do with anything… I don’t know what you need 1,000 for. One bottle of baby oil goes a long way. I don’t know what you need 1,000 for. He has a big house. He buys in bulk. I think they have Costcos in every place where he has a home. Have you sat in the parking lot of a Costco and seen what people walk out of there with?”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 17: Lawyer for Sean Combs, Marc Agnifilo, speaks to members of the media outside U.S. District Court on September 17, 2024, in New York City. Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested in Manhattan on September 16 in a sex trafficking probe following a federal indictment. (Photo by James Devaney/GC Images)
Agnifilo previously defended Diddy storing baby oil in his home while speaking with The New York Post. He told that outlet: “These are consensual adults doing what consensual adults do, you know, we can’t get so puritanical in this country to think that somehow sex is a bad thing because if it was there would be no more people.”
Marc Agnifilo Discusses Diddy’s Indictment
In the federal indictment, the U.S. Attorney’s Office goes into detail about Diddy’s alleged “Freak Offs.” The document alleges: “Combs’ sexual abuse of women included causing them to engage in frequent, days-long sexual activity with male commercial sex workers, some of whom were transported over state lines. These events, which Combs’ referred to as ‘Freak Offs,’ were elaborate sex performances that Combs arranged, directed, and often electronically recorded. To ensure participation in Freak Offs, Combs used violence and intimidation, and leveraged his power over victims.” Diddy has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Check out Agnifilo’s comments on the indictment with TMZ below. Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy on HotNewHipHop.
