This past we got to reconnect with a local cali athelete who has been rocking MOSLEY TRIBES for a minute.  Heath plays soccer internationally and is now on the Chivas USA team here in LA and just got picked up to play on the US National team.

Here is Heath in the Hillyard in a Dark Tortoise, its a good look man. Thanks for the love. Be sure to keep a look out for Heath representing the US in upcoming matches.

-PW

Yesterday on my way out of the office i ran across the 944 newsstand up here at the plaza and this cover caught my eye and took me back to a time where street art and wheat paste intersected circa 2003. The Los Angeles icon Shepard Fairey has built an empire of clothing and media based around the “GIANT” iconography.  Now we continue to see the evolution of Shepards artistic reach, its still great to see that he “gets up” in the city, the only question i have is if he still is the one jumping fences and scaling walls, i know that his crew is deep.  I know that Shepary has inspired many to cover the walls of this great city with statements and amazing imagery and i continue to see that poster art is alive and well with new artists rising to the call and going to greater heights to challenge one another.

I just want to thank the crew over at 944 for always supporting MOSLEY TRIBES with amazing editorial featuring the Merchant (above) and the Burke (below) dont sleep on these styles, they are heaters for the summer.

Love the vibrant colors.

-PW

Every season we partner with our close allies when it is time to shoot a new brand book and visual assets.  We are thankful for the support of our local family from APOLIS ACTIVISM, GOURMET, and TIMBERLAND for outfitting our crew and models in the correct clothing and footwear for our trip. Our global comrades from France, Bell & Ross supported the Summer 2011 campaign with functional submersible timepieces for our expeditionary endeavor to Kauai. The watch featured above is the Marine BR 02 44mm in Carbon PVD and Steel finish with rubber wristband. This Dive watch is built like a tank and withstood all the elements that Kauai had to offer.  Below are some of the shots that feature both watches in different  areas of the island.

Explore.

Bell & Ross
APOLIS ACTIVISM
GOURMET | NFN

-PW

This past week i had a minute to cruise to Downtown LA to see an old friend and check out the new mens line G.P.P.R.  Bam Barcena is the Designer and Founder of this line that reiterates masculine style, attention to detail and comfort.  Bam has a long history in fashion and it is great to see him come out with his own line that really reverberates his vision and style.  In the studio you can see his influences everywhere, what caught my eye was the 10 hole Doc Martin Steelies with the white laces, it is funny how the past has caught up with me.  I believe that both Bam and I grew up loving the Ska Punk scene (circa 90’s) of So. Cal. and the style that was present then emulates from the designs and colors of that era. Below is a great song from the past that will play along nicely with this post.

I have to say that this line is paired with great wovens, jackets, and denim that really give this collection a well rounded look.

Full Japanese Demin that was so soft and broken in, goodbye A.P.C / Love the paper canvas hang tag great detail.

Studio coffee table, inspiration all around, and semi-rimless is always a good look.

Its rough in the streets.

Here is a sneak peek at next season, the denim jacket is on fire. Peep Revolve Clothing for current collection and pick them up.

G.P.P.R.

Revolve Clothing

-PW

Here are Mosley Tribes we are always interested in Luxury goods that have a functional aspect to them and the Rolex Submariner is no exception.  This iconic and timeless look of this time piece paired with the Nato strap is great. Here is the write up that Highsnob posted on this collaborative project.

Project X Designs presents their latest Rolex mods, the Stealth Mark III and Stealth Mark IV. Hearkening back to military Rolex Submariner (Mil-Sub) watches, the series updates the most modern Rolex Submariner Date watches with details dedicated to the British Special Boat Service (SBS) of the 50s to 70s – the back of each of watch features an engraving of the SBS frog logo and their “By Strength and Guile” motto. The Mark III watch is in steel with a black ceramic bezel insert, while the Mark IV model is in all black steel. Each watch comes on a khaki green NATO strap. Limited to 28 pieces each, and available only through Project X Designs.

via Highsnob

-PW

This season MOSLEY TRIBES has partnered with LA based Temple Bag Co. to release an amazing hip pack that is made with materials from another era. Each bag is hand made in Downtown Los Angeles with materials salvaged from WWII. The pack is made from salvaged Italian and German canvas,  the frame sleve is constructed from actual parachute material and rip stop cords, then finished off with gilded metal fasteners and oiled saddle leather.  The inspiration for this case came from a cold war Russian SKS rifle that i had received from my late grandfather, and with this rifle came the ammunition pouch that had stood the test of time. So I approached  Temple Bags with  my idea and the collab was born. So today we share with you the exclusive version that will be available at all Barneys Co-op retailers this Monday and also online, the  feature frame is the Tana Aviator with Green Mirror Lenses.

-PW

This box showed up on my desk today, was really surprised to see VANS packing label on the side.  I have to say that the new OTW Collection from VANS is really my style,  the silhouettes that are present are definitely inspired by the traditional icons that we all grew up with. It is clear to me that the OTW Collection’s main focus is on the details, materials and comfort. (Top to Bottom) This Hi Top Alomar has a wool upper mixed with leather piping and waxed laces, next on deck is the lo Larkin with suede toe and patent leather details that makes this tonal story epic.  Not sure if these are out in the market yet (hope not), def going to be rocking them as I stroll down Sunset Plaza. Great looks to the crew over at OTW this made my day.

OTW | VANS

-PW

So just got back in to town and I had a package waiting for me, I want to thank the great folks at Adidas for sending me the new D.Rose Adizero shoes and the retro flight diss shirt that is making waves on courts all over this country.

After trying them on and feeling how light they are i cant wait to get on the court tonight and test them out. They weight only 12.3 oz, and fit like a glove. Peep the D. Rose interview about his first signature shoe.

-PW

This past week I had the pleasure with meeting Mike and Jason from PARABELLUM, I have to say that it has been a long time since I have seen a company/brand pay as much attention to detail and quality.  The iconography, subtle symbolism, and precise package presentation makes thier products supreme.  The leather goods that they produce is made from 100% American Bison leather that is from fully grown and mature 15 year old bison. Through using older and more mature leathers they achieve amazing textures and patterns that cannot be achieved in processed leathers. Kevlar is used to reinforce all their goods as an interior liner and space age ceramic buttons that brand each piece in the collection. When you are at Collette in Paris or Tomorrowland in Tokyo take a look at the collection, it will blow your mind.

If you wish for peace, prepare for war.

PARABELLUM COLLECTION

-PW

This weeks issue of WWD Mens featured the new up and coming style called the Burke by MOSLEY TRIBES in Tiger Tortoise, which is a custom color that the MOSLEY TRIBES team created specifically for this season. The Burke is such a great style that will be coming to the marketplace very soon.  The keyhole bridge mixed with the smaller round optical inspiration is really hot in the streets right now and was well received last week at our press preview day in New York.  And this press hit only reiterates our feelings on how strong this colorway is and will be with the consumer.

-PW