My wife and I recently argued about Chuck Taylor All Stars. She’s of the school of thought that Chucks only look good when they’re in their basic black, white, or red, with burgundy just making her grade. I, on the other hand, am totally fine with Chucks being playful, unabashed, printed, even garish. History is on […]
June
08
Puma Meets McQueen at SneakPeek’s Unlocked 13
posted by Karlo Samson
The creative possibilities between sneaker giant Puma and avant-garde fashion house Alexander McQueen were first revealed to the world during Spring 2006, when the Alexander McQueen Puma line was launched. Ten years hence, and even after the death of the designer, this collaboration lives on with Puma x McQ Spring/Summer 2016. The collaboration harks back to Puma’s […]
May
31
“Pinoy and Proud” is Jollibee’s New Battlecry
posted by Karlo Samson
Celebrating this year’s Independence Day, fastfood giant Jollibee is going all-out #PinoyAndProud this entire month of June with an even more local twist on an already homegrown brand. Their campaign, dubbed “#PinoyAndProud: Ang Sarap, Ang Saya Maging Pilipino!,” hopes to reinforce a sense of nationalism among its customers via key branding elements, music and, of […]
May
25
Triple Red Defines the ASICS Gel Kayano x Packer
posted by Karlo Samson
Not may people know who Michael Packer is nor why his name is on this latest colorway of the Asics Gel Kayano trainer. Sneaker fans, however, know that the Packer name is synonymous with sneaker heritage, a three-generation love affair with shoes that dates back to 1907 when Packer Shoes first opened it doors in Yonkers, New […]
May
16
Gearing Up for a Filthy Summer
posted by Karlo Samson
So, the folks out there who know me know that I figured in a very ugly skateboard accident back in 2008. I wiped out on a Sector 9 while on an easy cruise that unexpectedly and quickly transformed into a downhill drop. Smashed my front tooth, nearly tore off a nipple (OUCH), multiple cuts and […]
May
06
A Balanced Diet of Color and Style from New Balance
posted by Karlo Samson
One thing about sneakers, some colorways work exceptionally well, while some just miss the mark. A shoe might sport colors that should, theoretically, go well with each other, yet still look really bad. There are those brands, on the other hand, who do colors sublimely well, like New Balance. This is demonstrated time and again […]
May
02
Docking My Ship at TechIsland 3.0
posted by Karlo Samson
It’s no exaggeration when we say that the key to economic growth in the Philippines rests heavily upon our local micro, small and medium enterprises. These are the sari-sari stores, neighbourhood Internet cafes, village talyers, 10-person call centers and the like, companies that don’t have the backing of brands such as San Miguel or Coca-Cola […]
April
27
I Need a Better Air-Conditioner In My Life
posted by Karlo Samson
So this crazy heat wave hasn’t let up yet, and those of us based in Metro Manila often find ourselves in 40-degree midday hell. It’s even worse in some provinces so I shouldn’t complain, but I really can’t stop myself when my shirt gets absolutely drenched in sweat even right after a cold shower. My […]
April
17
Saucony Shadow 6000 Comes In Easter Egg Colors
posted by Karlo Samson
Easter may be over but that won’t stop a great colorway from breaking loose. The Easter Egg Hunt Pack for the Saucony Shadow 6000 was released yesterday at an Unlocked event at premium kick store SneakPeek. Why Easter Egg? The color pack draws from the tradition of dyeing eggs for Easter festivities, making this pack especially brightly […]
April
15
Suzuki Gets Serious with the Ciaz
posted by Karlo Samson
After being teased for months on billboards along Manila’s major thoroughfares, the Suzuki Ciaz is finally here. Launched last Wednesday, the subcompact is positioned as an ideal city driver for the sensible Asian market. And why not? God knows we need something a little bit more practical to use in these damnable Manila roads. To […]
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