Originating out of Yokohama, Japan in 1991, Mighty Crown has since become one of the premier reggae sound systems in the world, breaking boundaries and setting new standards for the genre.
It is only fitting that, to mark the celebration of their 20th anniversary, the world-renowned group approached CLAE to design a special edition shoe.

In addition to this special edition McQueen collaboration, We are honored to have Mighty Crown create a custom mix exclusively for CLAE’s Five By Five Series mixtape project. This custom soundscape serves as the inspiration for a visual art piece by our talented friend, the legendary graffiti artist turned abstract painter, West One.


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A great deal of attention has been payed to the design of Charles & Ray Eames, and some might even know their films, but the latest exhibit at LA's A+D museum focuses instead on the thinking that powered their office for over 40 years. 

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One of our good friends (and fellow Brooklyn Tech High School alumni) Shaniqwa Jarvis has an upcoming show entitled "This Charming Guest" going on display at The STANDARD Hollywood this Thursday. This project was spawned by her recent photo exhibit called "This charming man" which took place in London and Tokyo. Now she is making her way to Hollywood, Be sure to stop through and check it out if you're in LA. [More]

West Coast meets east, or does it? Define your own style with the Wilder, our newest release for Autumn/Winter 2011. Featuring a leather/nubuck upper and a fully leather-lined interior, the Wilder challenges the idea of a traditional basketball sneaker with elegance, quiet sophistication and ease of motion for all walks of life. [More]

Our resources on this earth are finite. One thing we have learned from sci-fi films is that this will soon be a pressing issue, even for the worlds largest resource: water. Fortunately, The Ecology Center in southern California has reopened their How Good Water Works installation, representing our daily water footprint to enlighten and inspire us to become better conservationists. If you are in the area, we highly recommend you visit the installation to learn more about how you can help make a difference. [More]

October 15th is the 2nd most remembered date in October after Halloween on the 31st. The 15th is the last IRS filing date for those habitually late with taxes, which brings real terror to millions. But the 15th also brings much joy and passion to us hoop fans, as it kicks-off the beginning of the college basketball season with Midnight Madness. With the NBA lockout and no season in sight, college basketball ball will be getting extra attention this season. We obviously haven't had a chance to gauge the talent at Midnight Madness, but we think North Carolina and Kentucky will be the favorites to land in the Final Four and see two sleepers in Michigan and Gonzaga (Jim's pick for last 25 years plus). OR maybe it's time for the Big East to rise again. [More]

The Getty has initiated a massive collaboration of more than 60 arts institutions called Pacific Standard Time, which launched this past weekend, showcasing Southern California Art and Design from 1945-1980. there is something for everyone, so take advantage of the opportunity if you are in the area. [More]

Vampires are having their day -- from teen literature to leading tv shows -- but no modern interpretation has or will ever strike a chord with us like Tony Scott's 1983 cult-classic, The Hunger. David Bowie and Catherine Deneuve star as a vampire couple living in NYC with a sexy young Susan Sarandon as the object of their affections. The soundtrack, featuring Schubert and Bauhaus and lots in between, plus a generous helping of stylish eighties elements make for an addictive movie that we turn to again and again. We hear Hollywood is attempting a remake....we all know how that will turn out. [More]

 

Our good friend (and collaborator for the Stussy pop-up shop a few years back) West One is opening a solo show of new work here in LA, this Friday October 30, at Environment on Beverly. Recognized and respected as one of the most prolific graffiti writers in New York throughout 80's and 90's with his crew Fame City, West has set a standard for large scale thematic murals and his transformation to abstract expression has been great to witness.

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As the approaching Labor Day weekend signals the end of summer, CLAE is proud to present number two in its Five by Five series, pairing artists and DJs to inspire one another with soundscape and accompanying visuals. For the second installment, DJ Clark Kent, who needs no introduction to the world of music - or sneakers for that matter - has created the 10^th installment of his “Grown and Sexy” mixtape series, timed perfectly to coincide with our ten year anniversary. Boundary-pushing photographer Jamil GS, who has been documenting all things sexy since landing in New York City from Denmark more than twenty years ago, offers up a singular, visual treat.

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