Dreamville Teams with Europe’s Daily Paper for New Apparel Collection

Dreamville Teams with Europe's Daily Paper for New Apparel Collection

J. Cole and his Dreamville team just dropped a new garment collection in collaboration with one of Europe’s best clothing labels, Daily Paper, which is now available for purchase online and in stores in Amsterdam, London, and New York.

Both companies recreated what a Daily Paper x Dreamville University might look like with the campaign shown as a yearbook. Each team established its respective labels during its university years. The Dream Daily collection includes seven custom pieces in sandy and maroon colors, including classic varsity letterman jackets, coach jackets, sweatsuits, and hoodies.

You can see the collection below and cop here.

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Jordan Brand Announces NIL Sponsorship with Class of 2024 Point Guard Kiyomi McMiller

Jordan Brand Announces NIL Sponsorship with Class of 2024 Point Guard Kiyomi McMiller

Kiyomi McMiller with the Jordan Brand has entered a name, image, and likeness (NIL) sponsorship deal. This is the first high school NIL deal for the Jordan Brand.

One of the top players in her recruiting class is the guard, who was born in Silver Spring, Maryland. She is renowned for her adept ball-handling and scoring prowess. In order to set the path for the upcoming generation of athletes, McMiller joins the Jordan Brand as its first high school NIL athlete.

“I’m inspired by both of my parents. I get my creativity from my dad and my grandmother, which carries over to my dribbling,” says McMiller. “I’m always in the gym with my mom and dad working on my game. It’s a dream come true being with the brand that stands for the same passion that I have for the game. I look forward to encouraging basketball players to use their creativity and platform to define their purpose.”

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Cordae Teams with PUMA for New ‘HI-LEVEL’ Collection

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PUMA and Cordae have announced the PUMA x CORDAE HI-LEVEL collection.

The eight-piece collection includes contemporary streetwear in grayscale with striking graphic prints and real cobranding, as well as time-honored shoe designs like the HI-LEVEL Suede and HI-LEVEL RS-X. The collection also include three t-shirts, a jacket, a hoodie, and sweatpants.

The collection will be offered starting on Thursday, February 23, with prices ranging from $40 to $120. The whole PUMA x CORDAE HI-LEVEL collection will only be sold at Foot Locker, but both shoe designs will be available on PUMA.com.

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Jim Jones Salutes Pharrell on New Louis Vuitton Position: ‘We Going To Call Him Pharrell Louis’

Jim Jones Salutes Pharrell on New Louis Vuitton Position

Jim Jones is happy to see Pharrell Williams take the top spot of menswear for Louis Vuitton. Jones was tracked down by TMZ, who asked for his input on the news.

“I think that Pharrell fills the position from Virgil in a great way, and I think Virgil would be very satisfied with who they chose to pick to fill that position.”

Jones recalled when he and Cam’ron worked with Pharrell on music, and he arrived in a fur coat. Not weird, right? Except it was in the summer.

“He was already ahead of his time when it comes to fashion and things like that. I tip my hat to Pharrell. I used to call him Pharrell Chanel, but now we going to call him Pharrell Louis.”

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According to The Wall Street Journal, Pharrell will take the role previously held by Virgil Abloh, who died in 2021.

Williams is the second Black American to be appointed to the head design position of the famed luxury brand.

The appointment of Pharrell looks to continue to build upon post-pandemic momentum, which has led Louis Vuitton to be the largest market-evaluated brand in Europe, launching Bernard Arnault, LVMH chairman, and CEO, over Elon Musk as the world’s richest person.

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At publishing, representatives for Pharrell did not offer a comment to the WSJ.

Throughout his career, Pharrell has become one of the biggest Hip-Hop producers of all time, individually and as half of The Neptunes. In the fashion wing of his career, Pharrell partnered with Japanese fashion icon Nigo to create Billionaire Boys Club and the Ice Cream sneaker brand.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Maxey and Scoot Henderson Star in Foot Locker’s ‘Ball Begins Here’ Campaign

Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Maxey and Scoot Henderson Star in Foot Locker's 'Ball Begins Here' Campaign

Foot Locker is launching its new worldwide basketball campaign, “Ball Begins Here,” today. Before All Star Weekend 2023, the new commercial demonstrates how the passion of basketball and footwear brings together all members of the basketball community, from fans to the next generation of basketball stars.

Tyrese Maxey of the Philadelphia 76ers, Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves, and Scoot Henderson of the Nevada Ignite G League all appear in the campaign alongside Foot Locker’s iconic staff, commonly known as Stripers. Each player joins forces on the court with the Foot Locker Stripers and influential members of the basketball community, including Matt Barnes, Lethal Shooter, Crissa Ace, Jordan Kilganon, Brittney Elena, and others, to play friendly one-on-one games, show off their tricks and kicks, and score some Foot Locker gear.

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For decades, Foot Locker has been the destination to shop for all things basketball, from the original Air Jordan 1 to the highly anticipated arrival of the PUMA MB.02, and everything in between. As it approaches its 50th anniversary in 2024, Foot Locker has been at the forefront as a significant and cultural figure in the basketball world, and it continues to cement its history globally. Foot Locker’s ongoing engagement in worldwide sports is exemplified by the Ball Begins Here campaign.

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“Ball Starts Here epitomizes Foot Locker’s prominence in basketball over the decades, both on and off the court,” said Holly Tedesco, Vice President North America Marketing. “Our Foot Locker Stripers play an integral role as trusted experts and arbiters of cool – elevating experiences and connecting with Foot Locker customers across the world. When bringing this campaign to life, it was just as important to highlight our real team – all current Los Angeles based Stripers – alongside some of basketball’s brightest stars.”

In addition, during All-Star Weekend, Foot Locker will bring House of Hoops – the legendary Nike and Jordan Brand home constructed by the game – to Salt Lake City for a three-day pop-up. It’s a fun weekend event featuring special releases, sneaker cleaning, art workshops, barbershop and nail setups, and a 2K lounge for fans. For additional information, follow @footlocker and @houseofhoops.

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NIKE Announces 2023 Black Community Commitment Grantees and Nearly $9 in New Investments Across National and Local Nonprofits

NIKE Announces 2023 Black Community Commitment Grantees and Nearly $9 in New Investments

NIKE, Inc. has announced the recipients of its 2023 Black Community Commitment Grants.

Following George Floyd’s murder in June 2020, Nike’s Black Community Commitment got underway. In order to address racial inequality for the Black community in the U.S., NIKE, Inc. committed $40 million over four years, and Jordan Brand and Michael Jordan committed $100 million over ten years. Together, they invested in, and supported organizations focused on economic empowerment, educational innovation, and social justice.

Through this exceptional commitment, three iconic brands from the NIKE, Inc. portfolio—Nike, Converse, and Jordan—are used to confront systemic racism in different ways that are intended to have a greater overall impact.

“Every day I am inspired by my teammates here at Nike who recognize the importance of the work we are doing. I’m also inspired by the various organizations we partner with who are on the ground, in our communities, committed to creating change and combatting the inequities we all face daily,” says Karol Collymore, Nike Senior Director of Inclusive Community for Social & Community Impact. 

This year, the company will contribute $8.9 million in 53 local and national nonprofit organizations that support social justice, economic empowerment, and innovation in education. The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, Fearless Foundation, and BUILD are three additional new national grantees that Nike has added.

“As a proud recipient of Nike’s Black Community Commitment grant, we are dedicated to empowering Black communities and advancing our shared goals of equity and justice,” says Melanie Campbell, President & CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation and Convener of the Black Women’s Roundtable. “Our organization’s mission to promote Black civic engagement and racial, economic, and social justice is anchored in building values-driven coalitions centered on women and youth empowerment, leadership development, health & wellness, education and global empowerment. When our community has a seat at the table, it benefits everyone in the nation.”

For a combined $5.75 million among new and renewed national organizations, Nike is renewing seven national grantees as well. To promote equality locally, 43 organizations in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Portland (Ore.), Memphis, St. Louis, and Boston are among the recipients of new and renewed city grants totaling $2.4 million.

NIKE, Inc. has contributed $28.9 million through the Black Community Commitment with partners from throughout the country and specific cities since the program’s start in June 2020.

You can learn more about the 2023 grantees here and the Black Community Commitment here.

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Sports Super Agent Rich Paul Announces Klutch Athletics in Partnership with New Balance

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Klutch Athletics, a new Black-owned sportswear company co-authored with New Balance, was just introduced by Rich Paul. The brand will support and assist all athletes through all phases of their athletic careers, including youth, collegiate, and professional sports. No matter their gender or sport, all athletes will receive high-quality training wear as part of Klutch Athletics’ debut line.

“I’m thrilled to create Klutch Athletics to focus on supporting athletes and the communities in which they live and play,” Paul said. “There’s a gap right now that we can fill – creating training product that is functional, but with style. We’ve seen other brands moving away from youth sports and training, so we’re focused on bringing the new look of training for the next generation. And there’s no one better than New Balance to build this with. I have a long history with them, I know we share similar values, and everything they are doing right now from product to athletes to collaborations is leading culture.”

“Together, with Rich Paul and Klutch Athletics, our shared goal is to create a unique product collection and storytelling vision that celebrates the intersection of youth sport and culture,” said New Balance Chief Marketing Officer and SVP of Merchandising Chris Davis. “Rich has deep cultural roots in the world of sport and together we will realize a vision that has yet to be seen by the modern-day athlete. We always strive to take a differentiated approach – this partnership truly exemplifies our independent mindset as a brand.”

The first items in the Klutch Athletics clothing collection will meet the demand for fashionable, functional training attire for men, women, and children. The colors will be drawn from the recognizable greys of New Balance, which fade from the deepest to the lightest gray in the palette and create a fascinating visual story. A hint of green will be added to the greys to reflect the spot on the field of play where young athletes first fell in love with the game.

“Connecting community, athletes and culture is at the heart of this partnership,” said New Balance SVP of Global Apparel Julie Pike. “With this in mind, we created intentional pieces that blend performance and style to deliver training apparel for the next generation of athletes. Our hope is these intentional pieces become the most loved items in the athletes’ wardrobe.”

The garment collection was created with Klutch Athletics Chief Design Officer David Creech and the world-class design team at New Balance.

“We designed the line to help athletes perform their best and look good while doing it,” Creech said. “It will deliver products for all athletes, regardless of sport or gender. We understand what athletes want – product that helps them perform while reflecting the love they have for sport and their community. Every design element of Klutch Athletics apparel has a story, from the branding to the color palette to the product details – everything has a purpose.”

Starting on April 27, customers may buy the first clothing collection from Klutch Athletics online and at a few chosen retailers. For t-shirts, suggested retail prices range from $40 to $120.

You can preview the pieces below.

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SOURCE SPORTS: WWE’s Seth Rollins Brawls on ‘Monday Night Raw’ in the Big Red Boots

WWE's Seth Rollins Brawls on 'Monday Night Raw' in the Big Red Boots

Those big red boots are everywhere, even in WWE. During Monday Night Raw, WWE Superstar Seth Rollins, known for his flashy style and even flashier finishing move, donned the MSCF’s “Big Red Boot” during a segment with fellow superstar The Miz.

After some trolling by The Miz, the two engaged in a physical altercation, leading The Miz to be the recipient of a Stomp in the boot. Rollins didn’t get a chance to celebrate long before he was attacked by United States Champion Austin Theory.

You can see the action below.

In case you are confuse dto where these boots came from, they are created by the brand MSCHF and retail at $350. The boot on the resell market top $2,000. The official boots, created after the Astro Boy character, officially release on Feb. 16.

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Pharrell Williams Reportedly Set to Become Next Head of Menswear at Louis Vuitton

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Pharrell Williams is set to become the next menswear designer for Louis Vuitton. According to The Wall Street Journal, Pharrell will take the role previously held by Virgil Abloh, who died in 2021.

If the position is filled by Williams, he would be the second Black American to be appointed to the head design position of the famed luxury brand.

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The appointment of Pharrell looks to continue to build upon post-pandemic momentum, which has led Louis Vuitton to be the largest market-evaluated brand in Europe, launching Bernard Arnault, LVMH chairman, and CEO, over Elon Musk as the world’s richest person.

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At publishing, representatives for Pharrell did not offer a comment to the WSJ.

Throughout his career, Pharrell has become one of the biggest Hip-Hop producers of all time, individually and as half of The Neptunes. In the fashion wing of his career, Pharrell partnered with Japanese fashion icon Nigo to create Billionaire Boys Club and the Ice Cream sneaker brand.

This story will be updated as more details arrive.

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Lori Harvey Models Kith’s New Spring 2023 Collection

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Kith Women offers their Spring and Spring Classics 2023 collection, which includes 100 pieces. Spring 2023 is concentrated on transitional fabrics and light layers ideal for Spring weather, with a palette anchored in dark tone neutrals, putty whites, dusty mint, and acid green. Lori Harvey, a model and entrepreneur, stars in this season’s campaign, which is situated in Palm Springs, California.

These pieces, made of soft suede, leather, and cotton, provide the wearer with everyday luxury and comfort. A reversible cropped satin bomber jacket with various styling choices is among this season’s layering staples. A selection of lightweight vests are also included in the assortment. Warmth is provided by the Vero Utility Vest in black and ‘Arame’ green, as well as the Devan Wind Vest in ‘Tinge’ blue. A range of light outerwear pieces in a retro-style athletic nylon are also included in the collection, including the Carter Blocked Wind Jacket in two color block varieties, as well as the matching Carter Blocked Wind Pants for easy set dressing. Tailoring is also included in the Spring collection. The Sawyer cropped leather patchwork bomber in a brilliant shade of green is a new silhouette for Kith Women that exhibits a harmonic combination of elegance and practicality. The Ora Suiting Shirt, Zora Suiting Trouser, and Pinstripe Dad Hat are also in the collection, all in cream with the traditional Kith serif logo softly embroidered in the jacquard fabric, demonstrating skillful and exquisite tailoring.

The Leighton Parachute Pant in ‘Battleship’ black and ‘Commune’ green is featured in Kith Women’s Classics for Spring 2023. These pants are made of soft cotton and nylon and include adjustable waist tabs and bungee cording at the hem for a comfortable fit. Set dressing continues with a selection of sweatpants and tees that provide necessary, everyday styles that are suitable for both indoor and outdoor wear.

Kith’s Spring 2023 accessories flirt with fabric and color, incorporating bold hues like ‘Vital’ yellow and ‘Acid Rain’ green. The Kith Serif Dad hat is seen this season in ‘Battleship’ black, ‘Realm’ teal, and ‘Vital’ yellow, as well as three bucket hat styles: the Leather Patchwork Bucket Hat, the laminated Cotton Bucket Hat, and the Kellen Jacquard Bucket Hat. The Haven Leather Patchwork Tote in ‘Acid Rain’ green completes the accessory lineup, an oversized tote constructed of 100% leather and 100% suede patchwork.

Kith Women’s Spring collection releases Friday, February 17th at all Kith shops as well as 11AM EST on Kith.com and 11AM CET on EU.Kith.com.

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