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You could say Patagonia’s Spring/Summer ’22 collection is one big love letter to Ventura. The colours and patterns of the collection reflect the flair of the classic Californian coastal town and its surrounding nature.

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For London-Based Streetwear Brand HERESY, Clothing is Just the Beginning

Friday March 25th, 2022

A multifaceted label that supplements its folklore-inspired clothing designs with handmade art objects, events, musical projects and small-batch publications.

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Made in Germany. Made to last: Ortlieb Waterproof

Friday March 18th, 2022

Ortlieb bags and packs conquered the streets of metropoles worldwide from Berlin to Tokyo, New York, and of course, the brand’s birthplace Nuremberg. As they combine functionality with style, the bags make an excellent addition to the wardrobe of any urban dweller.

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Only together we are strong – An aspirational story about Patta

Friday February 4th, 2022

If you think that hip-hop culture is only celebrated in a big way in the States, you’re wrong. Hip-hop is celebrated all over the world. The power of the subculture has ignited a fire in some people that they wanted to express.

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HHV x Freimeisterkollektiv Selection Box

Tuesday December 7th, 2021

FMK is a unique brand and a unique concept, there is nothing else like it on the liquor market.

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New Brand: Polo Ralph Lauren

Friday October 29th, 2021

But wait: why did members of these rough subcultures want to dress like their nemesis? It’s simple: Ralph Lauren succeeded in selling a lifestyle. His motifs symbolized the American Dream. USA flags, nautical symbols, cute little bears and vacation motifs as far as the eye can see. And on top of that, his collections were already loud enough to appeal to the great rappers from New York.

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New Brand: Maharishi

Friday September 24th, 2021

Named after a Sanskrit word meaning »Great Seer« the Maharishi brand is centered around Blechman’s fascination with and exploration of vintage as a whole, but more specifically military-inspired apparel, and camouflage. »The brand’s DNA is all about playing with opposites such as life and death, east and west, camouflage and high visibility, peace and military«

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HHV x Melt x Voited

Friday August 13th, 2021

We’ve teamed up with Melt and Voited to bring you a limited edition blanket. Following the philosophy »No Borders« the collaboration unites on the one hand HHV as a cultural hub for music and fashion and on the other hand Melt, as one of the most important instances of European music and festival culture. True to the motto »No Borders« we donate all proceeds to a non-profit organization associated with the campaign #LeaveNoOneBehind.

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Carhartt WIP RELEVANT PARTIES – Mahogani Music

Wednesday June 16th, 2021

The latest episode of the Carhartt WIP RELEVANT PARTIES podcast series takes us to Detroit. We get to dive deep into the musical history of Motor City as we take a closer look at the origins and impact of Mahogani Music, the label founded by DJ and producer Kenny Dixon Jr., a.k.a. Moodymann.

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Making Of HHV Classics

Saturday June 12th, 2021

To be more transparent with all of you buying our HHV Classics garments, we produced a short film to provide a deeper insight into the process that goes into manufacture, from sourcing organic cotton to finishing the individual pieces. By opening up and showing you the whole process, we want to help you understand how your clothing is really made.

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Carhartt WIP pres. RELEVANT PARTIES – Ed Banger Records

Wednesday May 19th, 2021

A brand new episode of Carhartt WIP’s RELEVANT PARTIES is out – This time featuring a conversation with Parisian record producer, DJ and former artist manager Pedro Winter a.k.a. Busy P.

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Patagonia: From Past to Present

Wednesday April 21st, 2021

Patagonia’s »We The Power« campaign is another testament to their longstanding commitment to the environment that dates back to the early 1970s. Through a series of calculated and conscious decisions that not only underpin their design process but also influences their vocality on social and environmental issues, Patagonia has rightfully earned the respect of consumers and industry folk alike. Through the products they make and the principles they stand for, Patagonia is wholeheartedly devoted to making the world a better place.

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Carhartt WIP pres. RELEVANT PARTIES – Exit Records

Wednesday April 14th, 2021

Carhartt WIP drops another episode of the RELEVANT PARTIES podcast series in which we get to meet DJ and producer Darren White aka dBridge, founder of Exit Records, a label that has shaped UK club culture and the genres of drum and bass, jungle, autonomic, hip-hop and soul like few others.

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Carhartt WIP pres. RELEVANT PARTIES – On-U Sound

Tuesday March 16th, 2021

Adrian Sherwood, UK’s legendary dub music redord producer and founder of On-U Sound tells host Chal Ravens his story of how a reggae-fanatic teenager went on to become one of the most influential figures within the world of dub, experimental, Raggae, post-Punk, electronica and Hip Hop.

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Carhartt WIP pres. RELEVANT PARTIES – Rush Hour

Monday February 15th, 2021

The latest episode of Carhartt WIP RELEVANT PARTIES is dedicated to Amsterdam-based label Rush Hour. Since its founding in 1997, Rush Hour has been a hotbed of music culture, responsible for outstanding sounds of the genres Afrobeat, Brazil, disco, jazz, soul, as well as house and techno.

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Butter Goods x Charles Mingus

Friday February 12th, 2021

This season, Butter Goods is paying tribute to one of the all-time greats of jazz: Charles Mingus. Honouring and celebrating the life and works of the jazz legend, the brand has created a limited tribute collection in collaboration with the artist’s estate and the Jazz Workshop, Inc. Join us for a glimpse into the genius of Charles Mingus written by Gereon Klug.

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journal.wav No 7 – Charles Mingus Tribute

Friday February 12th, 2021

On the occasion of the Butter Goods x Charles Mingus tribute collection, our friend Dexter curated some Mingus essentials for us. Listen, learn and appreciate the genius!

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Carhartt WIP pres. RELEVANT PARTIES – DFA Records

Tuesday December 15th, 2020

The sixth episode of RELEVANT PARTIES is dedicated to NYC’s DFA Records, one of the most influential record labels of the 00s. The Juan MacLean and Shitrobot, longtime artists of the label, reminisce about its formation in New York City back in the days, in an era before social media and streaming platforms.

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Carhartt WIP pres. RELEVANT PARTIES – Public Possession

Monday November 16th, 2020

For the fifth round of RELEVANT PARTIES, host Chal Ravens explores the story and vision of Munich-based label and collective Public Possession. Following the motto »Audio – Visual – Energy«, the label creates an intriguing space between art, music, fashion and events.

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Carhartt WIP pres. RELEVANT PARTIES – Jazzy Sport

Friday October 9th, 2020

Dubbed »The Heart of Japanese Hip Hop Culture«, Jazzy Sport is more than just a record store: cultural hub, independent record label, production company and fashion brand. In the latest episode of Carhartt WIP RELEVANT PARTIES, journalist Chal Ravens explores the world of the Tokyo-based multidisciplinary collective.

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Post Corona Consumerism

Wednesday October 7th, 2020

2020 will go down in history as a special year. A year that has brought the world to a standstill. Adrian Bianco interviewed four creatives from the fashion and culture scene to find out how they experienced the impact of Corona over the past few months and what Post Corona Consumerism might look like for them.