We're back with yet another installment of our monthly Shopping Guide column. June is almost done, and a bunch of new items have hit the market. Our staff has diligently searched far and wide across internet and retail stores to find and feature some of the coolest items to purchase for yourself or others. We compiled a list of something for just about everyone, including new stuff and classics. Check it out!
Gucci Belt w/ Interlocking "G" Buckle
Price: $295
Buy It: Gucci.com
Everybody has expensive taste these days. If you notice, you're favorite rappers are laced from head to toe, all the way to their belts. This is the popular Gucci Interlocking "G" belt everybody has been rocking. These aren't new, but they're still a hot item right now, so we are featuring it for you guys.
The belt boasts Gucci's signature green/red/green web, with a silver interlocking "G" as the buckle, and black leather trim. There's also a variation with white leather trim instead, so you have your choice to match with any outfit.
What better way to stay fresh from your feet to your dome with a designer belt to set off your get-up. This bad boy will set you back $295 bucks on the official Gucci website though.
Earloomz Celtics and Lakers Bluetooth Headsets
Price: $59
Buy It: EarLoomz.com
A brand new technology company, called EarLoomz, are gearing up for the release of a whole line of custom Bluetooth headsets. Their first release dropped right around NBA Finals time in celebration of the two teams who made it. So, they dropped a Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics set.
The set retails for just $59 bucks, and boasts Bluetooth 2.1+ EDR technology, noise cancellation, mic noise reduction, lower power consumption, voice prompt, last number redial, a call-waiting feature and more.
We hear they are quality Bluetooth ear pieces. So, if you're in the market for a new one, what better way to rep your favorite Finals team than with one of these. Ron Artest has been seen rocking his team's set following their finals win. We already picked up ours.
Ray Ban Wayfarer Sunglasses
Price: $119
Buy It: KarmaLoop.com
Ray Bans are self-explanatory, and the Wayfarer are vintage classic shades that you can feel confident will always be in style.
The distinct frames' shape is paired with the traditional Ray-Ban® signature logo on the sculpted temples. After its initial design in 1952, the Wayfarer quickly endeared itself to Hollywood filmmakers, celebrities, musicians and artists, solidifying its iconic status for years to come.
We recommend the black frames, which is why we chose them for this month's shopping guide. Our friends over at KarmaLoop.com just added Ray Ban to their line-up of brands, and the Wayfarer frames are reasonably priced, so get your pair now while the summer's still here.
Crooks & Castles LA & Boston Medusa (Limited)
Price: $32
Buy It: KarmaLoop.com
When the 2010 NBA Finals were going down, everyone was jumping on hype, making limited products to support their teams. There were lots of them. But, there were only a few we'd really rock and Crooks & Castles' limited LA and Boston Medusa Tees were one of them.
The popular streetwear brand dropped two limited tees in honor of the recent NBA Finals -- one for the Boston Celtics and another for the Los Angeles Lakers. Both tees come in the team's trademark colors, and featured a print of the Medusa logo overlaying a repeated print of Los Angeles or Boston.
These tees are limited. However, we don't know the exact number of pieces that were printed. So, make sure to get one now and you can rep your favorite NBA team well into next year.
T.I.T.S. x Estevan Oriol: Rosa Acosta Bananas Tee
Price: $30
Buy It: KarmaLoop.com
Earlier this year, veteran Los Angeles photographer Estevan Oriol teamed up with Seattle-based clothing brand T.I.T.S. for a collaboration tee featuring sexy model Rosa Acosta, called "Sh** is Bananas." It features a photo Oriol took and T.I.T.S. slapped on the piece.
The tee, which is available in either black or white, features Acosta about to bite into a peeled banana... WOAH! On the back, the words "Sh** is Bananas" is placed across the middle in a custom script font.
That sh... IS BANANAS!! Both colorways are available now for $30.
Joe Ledbetter x The Loyal Subjects: The Magnus & Friday Collectors Set
Price: $60
Buy It: TheLoyalSubjects.com
This is a collaboration between artist Joe Ledbetter and the Loyal Subjects LA, for a collector's set of figurines called the Magnus and Friday Gradient set. The highly limited run of figures are drawn from the story told in Joe's recent solo show.
These are rarely seen on production figures and limited to 399 pieces. With the original set, the Gradient edition features 3-inch figures, each with 3-points of articulation including 100+ paint ops with Joe's trademark black outline, and comes in a window gift box.
They are currently available at $60 per set. There is also the Metamorphosis edition that limited to 198 pieces and sell for $70 a set now.
Diesel X-Ray Timeframes
Price: $140 - 225
Buy It: DieselTimeFrames.com
Diesel recently released a new line of timeframes for 2010, called the X-Ray collecttion. They were designed by the Diesel Creative Team, headed by the Creative Director Wilbert Das, and features neon green transparent applied pieces, black IP stainless steel, and black sunray dials.
Look into the neon green transparent applied piece located at the 8 to 12 hour portion of the dial on the watch (DZ1325) and you'll view the black textured dial surrounded by a black IP stainless steel case with a black PU patterned strap. The black IP stainless steel bracelet components make their revealing debut under the neon green transparent watch case (DZ1326) that surrounds a black sunray dial. A mysterious style in this watch (DZ7152), with its neon green transparent plastic, caps only the right side of its black IP stainless steel case. Additional features include black leather band and negative digital display. This watch (DZ7153) bares all with its neon green transparent plastic case surrounded by a black IP case and black leather strap with an asymmetrical dial with ana-digi function.
All the timepieces are available worldwide in Diesel stores, online, and select department stores and boutiques worldwide, or their website (link above).
Love/Hate Convertible Chain Shades by A-Morir
Price: $202
Buy It: KarmaLoop.com
Here's some popular frames for the ladies from A-Morir, the eyewear and accessories collection by Kerin.Rose. Her collections become a much publicized favorite among fashion's biggest trendsetters, and you've probably seen her designs wore and/or commissioned by the likes Rihanna, Lady GaGa, Mariah Carey, Katy Perry, Snoop Dogg, Fergie, and several others.
These are her Love/Hate Convertible Chain shades, available in gold, silver, or black diamond aluminum plated diamond cut chain, with a customizable color frame. There's approx. 600 hand applied swarovski crystals as well.
These hand-made frames are all the rage for the ladies right now. But, have a hefty price tag of $202, which is not as pricey compared to the retail prices of some other designer frames. Get it while they last from our folks at KarmaLoop.com.
Tradition x New Era "OG Crest" Fitted
Price: N/A
Buy It: ShopTradition.com
Our folks at Southern California streetwear retailer, Tradition, recently dropped two new fitteds with New Era. They are called the "OG Crest" cap, boasting their trademarked logo.
The two hats dropped last week and are available in two colorways -- a classic black, white, and charcoal grey; and a grey, black, and fire red version. Both are limited, and can only be picked up at their store locations: Westlake Village, CA and Ventura, CA.
However, they have phone orders available, do you guys across the nation can get yours now as well by calling (805) 497-4717. We don't know how much they are selling for at press time, so you'll have to call or stop in to find out. Click the "Buy It" link to head to their website for locations and more info.
Apple iPhone 4
Price: $199 - $299
Buy It: Apple.com
Apple has done it again. With the release of their newest generation iPhone 4, the company has tech enthusiast going crazy. When they were released this week, there were lines of people all over the nation waiting to get theirs. We've yet to get ours, but all the new features are awesome!
The new iPhone 4 boasts the new FaceTime feature, which basically gives you cameras on both sides of the gadget, so you can have video conferencing calls easily. There's also the retina display, giving it the "sharpest, most vibrant, highest-resolution screen ever," according to Apple.com. It has multi-tasking ability, so you can now switch from app to app without having to close out the last one. There's HD video recording, a 5-megapixel camera with flash and much more.
With all the new features, the iPhone 4 has to be one of the best options for a smartphone on the market. They are priced pretty much the same as the last model as well -- $199 for 16GB model to $299 for the 32GB one.
Famous Stars & Straps FMS Shoes
Price: $72 - 82
Buy It: FMSShoes.com
Famous Stars & Straps recently dropped their inaugural line of sneakers, dubbed the FMS Shoe line. The clothing brand has release five different styles and colors -- including the OG High, the Future High, and the Amp High.
The OG High sports a similar look to the og high top vans and is available in blue, black and grey colorways. The Future High is available in one style -- a white leather with a black sole and FMS all-over print on the shoe's side panels. The Amp High is available in black with a reflective synthetic upper and a custom FMS full-length insole with a gel heel. Each are limited, and come with a custom limited box and packaging.
Get these babies while they last.
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