misteraven Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 With the graff on clothing thread going pretty strong, I figured I'd kick off another related topic that has me interested these days (Especially after missing out on an opportunity to score some Heineken Dunks). Anyhow, any of you people serious sneaker or clothing collectors? How much is too much to spend to out shine everybody when you go out an floss? Not even counting gear like Prada, Chanel, etc, it's getting pretty costly if you want to rock some exclusive, limited edition joints that you can be almost sure to not see on every clown you bump into. Brands like Supreme, Bathing Ape, and even some of the small run collabo sneakers Nike's doing all seem to be costing a paycheck or three to get your hands on. Personally, I dig the fact that fashion and art are starting to blur, and that a t-shirt can be as collectable as the latest underground artist made vinyl toy. Though I rarely indulge myself, it's pretty fun to watch the hype some of this stuff generates, as well as the interesting partnerships - ie Nike vs Heineken, Bathing Ape vs Futura2000, etc. Much of it seems to be rooted in graff culture, even if it's not 'graff clothing' as discussed in the other thread. Regardless, nobody twisting anybody else's arm to buy it - as amatter of fact kids seem to be tripping over themselves to get their hands on it. Either way, I think it's cool to see people doing cool stuff, and I really like the fact that many of them are/were writers that have broadened their horizons and found creative ways to flex their talent while making some scratch. Just curious where many of you guys stand on the issue? =================== Limited Edition Stash Dunks (37/50) USD $1,055.00 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...0&category=1262 http://ebay0.ipixmedia.com/abc/M28/_EBAY_bba2cc6d4d2911c8e6ec72ccd8a84e88/i-1.JPG'> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Quickwood Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 i buy my shit at the second hand store Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteraven Posted July 25, 2003 Author Share Posted July 25, 2003 Supreme vs Heineken Trucker Cap USD $104.49 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...6&category=2998 http://ebay1.ipixmedia.com/abc/M28/_EBAY_d2ef32849eb77ea248f62d129f96276d/i-1.JPG'> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOUM Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 I wear Chuck taylors and Ecko sneakers so I never pay more than $50 for shoes.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Quickwood Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 thats a bad ass hat, i must say Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taco bell bomber Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 hmmm id spend $18 to floss, mabey $18.50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteraven Posted July 25, 2003 Author Share Posted July 25, 2003 Bathing Ape T-Shirt USD $79.00 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...&category=15687 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Born Loser Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 I get most of my shit for free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteraven Posted July 25, 2003 Author Share Posted July 25, 2003 This is the $79 Bathing Ape shirt mentioned above... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unconscience Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 http://www.finishline.com/store/images/products/xl1-95345wbs.jpg'> Reebok Classics - $49.99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unconscience Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 http://www.finishline.com/store/images/products/xlmr-106twgw.jpg'> DaDa Mens Classic Avenue - $44.99 these and the Reeboks are what i have. comfortable as hell too.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteraven Posted July 25, 2003 Author Share Posted July 25, 2003 no offense, but those dada sneakers are lame. remind me of some old la gear sneakers or something. reebok's are pass-able, but again, this threads about sporting gear that not every other clown from around the way has on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unconscience Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 *edit - my bad raven. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gliko Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 I have etnies that I've probably had for close to two years. And some Globe shoes i think. Not to mention my boat shoes, or mocasins(sp?) to you regular folk. Whatever shirts I like I buy. But I would never fucking spend more than $25 for a T shirt especially when I normally get shirts for free or around the $8 range. Shorts, Khakis, and Jeans cost no more than 50$ a pair. Sa'll good for me. Hoodies are usually free or around $30-60. It doesn't matter what under graments I rock, just aslong as I get support and breathing room. My boxerbriefs do me and my junk right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Tesseract Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 I have those dunks, minus the drips...next time my marker fucks up i'll be saving 970$ :dazed: naw, seriously...i agree with you that its enjoyable to see cool shit happening, however i'd never pay that kind of money just for design, my most expensive clothes are ussualy very plain and classic shit that just fit in perfectly and have superior quality that shines, i'd never pay that kind of money for a tshirt with a drawing on it (any drawing) nor did i even cared if some clown wears the same shit i do...on a sidenote, my latest obsession is clothes made for climbers, hikers etc....the technology and functionality on that stuff is fuckin crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WebsterUno Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 *believe* I dont trip on clothing too much myself. I wear a lot of dickies, and plain clothes. Im not too big on fashions, and trends. My homie on the other hand..is a big Jordan head. He has a rack full of jordans he wears, and a bunch of boxes of Jordans for collection, and possible sale/trade. He bought four of these when they frist came out..he still has 3 pairs, that have never been worn. http://www.23.pl/pix/do_kupienia/air17.jpg'> I know he has a lot of old ones too. He bought them years ago, and they are still spanking new. He has some he purchased years ago, and those are still new too! We crack on him at times cuzz he has all these shoes, but no car...lolz. :lol: I have 5 pairs of shoes. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unconscience Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 trying again... http://niketown.nike.com/img/prod/305869/305869_101_POP-1.JPG'> Air Jordan XVIII - $175.00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iloveboxcars Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 Originally posted by ARCEL i buy my shit at the second hand store Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteraven Posted July 25, 2003 Author Share Posted July 25, 2003 I hear you. Personally I usually keep my brands incognito, but there's still something to be said about the feeling you get wearing some $300 sneakers that are limited to only 100 pairs worldwide. I guess it's amatter of how deep your pockets are, and where your priorities lay. Regardless, I'm not sure where people are getting sub-$22 shirts. Most t-shirts I see these days are at least $24, but tend to be more in the $26 - $32 range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unconscience Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 http://niketown.nike.com/img/prod/305053/305053_001_POP-1.JPG'> Chrome Air Payton IV - $200.00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seppuku Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 those dunks are HOT. but those are some gay ass reeboks and dadas and jordans. what the fuck dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old*824 Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 i floss nice shit....if im all dressed up my fit is maybe two g's with accessorys...well i guess the ink and paint stains kill the resale value... but personally im not feeling the style on some of the flossables pictured. if they were 15 or 1500 i dont think you would catch me flossin that style....but thats just me. edit-dont get me wrong though....those first nikes are sick....if i was pulling bread enough i would buy em but i fuck shoes up hella quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
23578 Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 Originally posted by Tesseract I...on a sidenote, my latest obsession is clothes made for climbers, hikers etc....the technology and functionality on that stuff is fuckin crazy. yeah, if i'm spending my money, it's got to be quality products that will last. i do not really floss (except my teeth, once in a while), anyone i would care to meet wouldn't care about that shit anyhow. it's always good to see art in any form however, makes life interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WebsterUno Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 I do spend $$ on clothes made by homies, or mags I support. I have a clout shirt I bought off Smog. I also have a shirt I bought off my homie that reads: EDF-WARSAI its a platoon of soldiers from Eritrea that are at war with Ethiopia. Money from each shirt goes in a fund that supports the soldiers efforts. My friend was in that war at the age of 15. I wear shirts like that..or shirts with prints. I have a black shirt that says POLICE in big bold white letters on the front and back. I also have a shirt that reads: ----------------------------- "you must be this tall to ride this ride" another shirt, I have.. says ADDICTED and has a big p*t leaf that looks like an Addidas logo. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gliko Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 Originally posted by Misteraven I'm not sure where people are getting sub-$22 shirts. Most t-shirts I see these days are at least $24, but tend to be more in the $26 - $32 range. I can pick up t-shirts at the mall or marshalls for like 20$. Or if I go to shows I can pick up shirts for $10 a pop. Or if a friend is playing i get free merch. Or get things silk screened for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unconscience Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 i go to TJ Maxx or Marshalls, their shirts are only 13-20$ a piece.;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old*824 Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 what im sayin though is i can get my own shirts screened for seven fifty each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Dazzle Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 Re: trying again... Originally posted by unconscience http://niketown.nike.com/img/prod/305869/305869_101_POP-1.JPG'> Air Jordan XVIII - $175.00 Those are the stupidest looking shoes I've ever seen...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ctrl+alt+del Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 i value every dollar i make. and although i do also find it interesting and exciting to see mainstream products become....corrupted (for lack of a better word) by artsy thinkers, i dont see or feel a need to spend ridiculous amounts of my hard earned money on it. if i had that kind of easy spending money, shit id buy it just to support the artists/movement. i dont floss. i dont want to stand out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villain Posted July 25, 2003 Share Posted July 25, 2003 I would never pay that much for some clothes but if other artists are making money like that good for them. When I want to be original I just make something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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