Upstart brand MAJOR THREAT flipped a quote from NORE’s 1999 anthem, SUPATHUG (Neptunes production, with Kelis on the hook) into a fitted cap. The “WHAT WHAT” NEW ERA 59Fifties come in three colorways: Black/Black, Turquoise/White, Black/Green. You can find these and other MAJOR THREAT fitted baseball caps at FRANK’S CHOP SHOP.

www.majorthreat.net
www.frankschopshop.com
Frank’s Chop Shop
19 Essex St.
New York, NY
1.212.228.7442

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Costa Mesa based label, RVCA is a clothing company with a visual art focus. Founded in 2006 by designer P.M. Tenore, RVCA produces a wide variety of clothing, including fitted baseball caps. RVCA is probably best known for its t-shirts featuring graphics from contemporary artists. Ed Templeton was the first artist to contribute graphics to the company.

RVCA maintains a close connection with skate, surf and grafitti culture, sponsoring both a skateboard and surf team as well as being involved with various art galleries. RVCA has a different take on fitted caps, which is reflected in their designs and materials. Visit the RVCA CLOTHING website for stockists in your area.

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YOICHI MURATA of 7UNION caught up with STRICTLY FITTEDS and dropped news about their latest projects. 7UNION’s creative aim is to blur the line between urban/street wear and high end fashion.

The 7UNION’s 2007 style sheet includes 17 fitted baseball cap designs in multiple colorways. Production runs are strictly limited to less 100 pieces per style and color. Recent collaborations have included DJ JAZZY JEFF, DJ 45 KING and DJs HAUL & MASON. New 7UNION fitted caps will appear in select stores starting this August.

STRICTLY FITTEDS has obtained detailed shots of the upcoming GOODFOOT/GFTD x NEW ERA ICE CAPS. These 59Fifty fitted baseball caps are part of the limited edition GOODFOOTS ICE PACK, which features a matching cap and crewneck sweater. The ICE CAPS fitted comes in three colorways: Grey wool, Black and Green. These are being released next Saturday only at GOODFOOT stores throughout Canada.

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TWELVEBAR has dropped a new fitted baseball cap collabo with ESTATE LA. The result is a sportex (jersey material) cap with an oreo sandwich brim and an embroidered tagline “IT’S ALL LOVE” at the rear. There’s a black perforated suede underbill, and a 3D embroidered white heart outline on the front two panels. For a list of TWELVEBAR retailers (including GREY ONE), visit their teaser website.

via: photos: GREY ONE

STRICTLY FITTEDS was invited to tour the showroom and get an peek of ROCAWEAR’s upcomming fitteds. Here’s a teaser of what’s on the menu from the ROC this Spring/Fall in fitted baseball caps. The “R” has switched gears creatively. Pay close attention to that weathered madras fitted with gold paint details. Another unexpected twist is the fleece undebrim on the green plaid cap. Stay tuned for our interview with ROCAWEAR women’s headwear designer, MARY PHANMAHA as she clues us in on what goes on behind the scenes of production and what JAY really feels about women and fitted caps.

www.rocawear.com

LEADERS 1354 (LDRS) has just dropped their very first branded fitted baseball cap via NEW ERA. LDRS has been leading the Chicago street wear scene for 5 years. Their 1700 square foot boutique, houses 80+ brands of apparel, accessories, and footwear. These 59Fifty caps feature the LEADERS 1354 text logo in 3D embroidery in multiple shades of blue and black. Available in four colorways: Black, Royale/White, Pool Blue, Cloudy Blue, in a size run from 7- 8. There are 36 pieces of each color in stock, going for $35 each.

Leaders (LDRS)
4351 S.Cottage Grove Ave,
Chicago, IL 60653
ph. 773.285.1067

If Lady Luck left you dry in Vegas or A.C., you can make a sure bet that it’s KINGS HIGH over at NEW ERA. These 59Fifty fitteds are heavily embroidered in a pattern of card suits (clubs, spade, hearts, diamonds), but the crowning glory is the portrait of our favorite face card. With the recent run of “king” and “crown” themed fitteds popping up like Orville Redenbacher, its nice to see something we would actually wear.

CHAMILLIONAIRE and MIKE JONES tossed their carat studded grillz and NAS tossed his Jacob pieces for solid gold, but if bling is dead NEW ERA didn’t get the memo. Public exhibit 101: NEW ERA’s ICED UP fitted series features faux diamond crusted oversized MLB team logo pendants. You will have to dance to the tune of $200 to stake your claim of one of these. Atlanta, Boston, Los Angeles and New York are representing in this lineup, available in White, Blue, Red and Black. The choice is yours. Catch you on the rebound. Check for these fitteds now at select NEW ERA CAP retailers and of course, the NEW ERA FLAGSHIP stores.

STALL & DEAN has given their website a Beyonce’ worthy upgrade. The S&D nostalgic sports licences have you covered (pun INTENDED) when you want to step outside the familiar. Time to switch up mascots, and keep the haters guessing where you pulled that heat from. Check out STALL & DEAN’s line of fitted baseball caps at www.stallanddean.com Not a bad look for an 108 years old (company). Thanks to James for the info.