It's finally here! My team and I have been harding work the last few months to get this store open and it's finally here! Introducing _edit/lax where we only sell and consign dope, limited kicks, apparel, and accessories!
It's still a working progress, but feel free to come and visit us at 1205 N. La Brea Avenue, Inglewood, CA 90302!
So glad I ran across this article via ConceptKicks. Of course the footwear is dope and innovative. But the concept behind the brand and the business model they want to take on is so cool to me. Forget "seasons". Creativity and innovation should be bound by that notion...just create! Obviously this new brand is doing that. Click the link below to check out the full interview.
One of the brands I've been working on with a dope team for months now is NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE! SUPA Slydes will bring you the most comfortable sandals with the dopest swag that you haven't seen or felt before! Hit the website below to check us out!
What's guys! Sorry it's been so long since my last tutorial but I've been EXTREMELY busy designing/developing new brands for you to rock! But check this one out...this is how you render "hyperfuse" textures for your uppers. Download the above mesh texture to follow my lead in the video. Email me with any questions!
A very interesting read via Hypebeast about Brazil's streetwear and sneaker culture. This is interesting because you get to see what it is to be a sneakerhead in a country where retail price can be twice as much as it is here in the states due to tax tariffs and shipping costs.
Other interesting point are how visible technology can showcase wealth. Or how football apparel isn't as hot as you would think. Take a read and learn a little more about Brazil.
Simply put...one of the most creative kicks you could possibly wear. Designed in collaboration with Kazuki Kuraishi and Adidas, these have no choice but to grab your eye! So creative...who'd of thought that pencil scribbles could look so good on a silhouette?
These will be available for purchase at select Adidas retailers, End Clothing being one of them. Would you rock?
OK...LOOK. I have a closet of about 5 pairs of jogger pants. Why? I'm a tall, skinny guy that likes fitted pants versus baggy pants. They look better on my body type. And the added plus...they showcase my kick game! Sneakerheads worldwide understand this notion of jogger pants and the cool factor they bring. COMPLEX gives insight as to where exactly they originated from and why they are so popular right now. Check it out to get on game!
So happy to announce that Q.DESIGNS and Complex Sneakers are teaming together to bring you sneaker fanatics something classic! I'm honored to showcase my talents on a larger scale...stay tuned for what I have to bring to the table.
Q.DESIGNS will be on Behind The Mind Radio on the 31st of this month! Tune in to see what I have to talk about! Visit www.behindthemindradioshow.com at 11AM EST on the 31st.
Also if you're in DC, it will broadcast on 1480AM. This interview is online, on Android or iPhone on www.weactradio.com as well. No reason to miss out! Please spread the word!
I wanted to share this email I received from a fan of Q.DESIGNS last night. Receiving these types email is always flattering. As I told Cameron, emails like his means a lot to me because it lets me know people see my future in footwear as I see it...successful. This year I will show people that all dream are possible. Q.DESIGNS isn't a footwear brand...it's a movement. Stay inspired.
Out of pure demand, the Q.DESIGNS NO.3 is now available for order via my Indiegogo page. I'm trying to give you guys what you want! Keep in mind that these are available for both men and women. The women sizes will come in US 5-11. The men sizes will come in US 8-13.
I thank all who have supported and contributed to the movement! 2014 is turning out to be a GREAT year!
Do yourself a favor and head to ConceptKicks to check out my feature and interview about the brand release next year! There is some valuable information there AND some more detailed shots of the NO.3!
What up world! So the hype on the Q.Designs NO.2 has been WILD to say the least! So to make my customers happy I'm willing to release the crowdfunding campaign earlier for this particular style earlier than what was expected if at least 80 people pledge via my website: www.qdesignsfootwear.com before Christmas. Click the SHOP tab and you'll see the pledge bracket...there is no money due upfront!
Initially, I wanted to launch the entire line around February but due to overhead costs and Chinese New Year pushing production back, that date wouldn't be until Summer 2014 and you wouldn't have the shoes in your hands until Fall 2014 sometime. With the campaign for the NO.2 possibly launching earlier, you can expect to have this shoe in your hands in Summer 2014.
So this is the public's chance to prove how much they want this shoe! It's up to you guys! Share this with family and friends that may be interested! I truly appreciate all of the support and kind words regarding the brand. I look forward to possibly giving you something to rock on your feet sooner than later!
*Note that this NO.2 will release as the Base Model. The shoe that you guys see in the rendering will be the Elite Model, which will come with performance outsole and insole...this will release later in the year for 2014.
Just in case you don't follow me via Instagram @q_designs, here are two videos I created to showcase the process of the Q.Designs NO.2 and a sneak preview of the Q.Designs NO.3. Launch of the brand is looking to be around late February!
And here it is. The anticipated Kobe 9 Elite. This boxing...oops, I mean basketball shoe is Kobe's next signature sneaker. Designed by the infamous Eric Avar, the design features three of Nike's top technologies: Flywire, Flyknit, and Lunarlon.
I have to say, this shoe is not my favorite design by Eric Avar. This has to grow on me. I'm looking forward to seeing more colorways of it because this "Masterpiece" colorway, as Nike calls it, is a bit much. One cool element are the red stitch lines in the rear representing Kobe's sutures of his achilles surgery. Other than that, I'm not truly impressed by the design.
There's one thing about this design that is guaranteed. You will either hate and love it! What are your thoughts?? Click the link below to view more photos and read more about the story behind the design via SneakerNews.
It was rumored that Rondo left NIKE to sign with ANTA and today it is official! Yet again, another big name NBA star joins a Chinese brand. I actually like this move and the look of the shoe. The ANTA Rondo 1 is Rondo's first signature shoe....with a Chinese brand. Do I sense a trend here? Click the link to view more pictures and read more about the shoe. What are your thoughts on it?
The Q.Designs website is officially up and running! Stay tuned for updates of the brand release. History has been made...let's continue to add to it. Click the link below to check it out!
