DC Shoe Co. Pro Rider, Ryan Smith is introducing his second signature Pro Model for the brand, the ‘Smith 2.0′. The shoe appears to be influenced heavily by one of the best skate shoes of all time, the Vans Half Cab. In their attempt to design a similar shoe with todays technology and standards the Smith 2.0 features a better shape, a more durable body, and more padding and cushioning for extra comfort. The shoe takes on where the Smith 1.5 left us, but adds a bit more height for enhanced ankle support. The upper features Super Suede or Action Leather for enhanced durability and abrasion resistance. Internal elastic straps hold down the tongue for added foot stability. An abrasion resistant sticky rubber bottom provides excellent ground contact, wear, and flex. Available now in Maroon, Black, or Charcoal.
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We’ve heard little from the UK based boutiques lately while the bigger chains such as Size? and JD Sports make all the noise with special colorways and collaborations. Even more sad is the recent closing of the famed Foot Patrol. But UK based Gloria’s is still holding it down and recently collaborated with DC shoes on the low profile DC Gatsby which features a nice array of colors. The upper features a neutral grey and a micro-perf white leather while the sole makes a statement with the sea blue. Look for this collaboration to launch this coming June. Via Sneaker Freaker
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DC Shoes has teamed up with Mid-Atlantic retailer, Commonwealth, to release two dope new versions of the Gatsby. Two models will be releasing at both C’Monwealth locations (Virginia Beach & Washington D.C.) on February 21st. Although the models are somewhat similar the choice of colors for each makeup is what separates the two. The overall collaboration was inspired by the Eames couple (husband and wife) and a particular fabric entitled the “Dot Pattern” founded by Ray Eames in 1947. via Highsnobiety
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Hawaii based brand and retailer, In4mation, has gotten together with DC Shoes to put together this dope collaboration. The collaboration most likely stems from DC Shoes’ Double Label Project, which allows for various brands to collaborate with the skate shoe leader, a prime example of this collaborative project is the Brooklyn Projects x DC Shoes collaboration. The colorway selected for the In4mation collaboration is fresh and enticing, using a Brown soft suede mixed with a nice Green for the upper. No word yet on availability, but we’ll be sure to keep you updated.
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Here is a dope collaboration between one of LA’s more formidable skateshops, Brooklyn Projects, and DC Shoes. Thanks for Brooklyn Dom, we have a sneak preview of the Double Label project between the two companies. Two colorways have been created as a part of the collaboration, one being the Black/Royal Blue colorway which will be released at various Brooklyn Projects’ locations and the other a Red/Timber/Snake colorway will be released online. Both colorways retail for $100 and will be released on February 16, 2008. via Dom
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Sneaker Heads and DC shoes are contributing to the Southern California Wild Fire Relief Fund with the opening of the Kicks Art Show at Subtext. Select artist created custom DC “Gatsby” which will be on display and for sale starting Jan. 25, the show ends Feb. 17. American Red Cross will donate 25% of proceeds to the wild fire relief. Source: Hypebeast
Subtext
680 W. Beach Strt. No.1
San Diego, CA 92101
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Ben G is a world renowned skateboard boutique in Amsterdam situated in the same building as Patta; were Ben G is on the ground floor and Patta on the first floor. Amsterdam at the moment is one of the most emblematic trend-cores in Europe. This multi color Gatsby is comes from the same teams responsible for other recent buzz collaborations.
Available in limited quantities at Shoeciety.
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Trust Nobody started as a private joke where the concept was “Trust Nobody. Trust only yourself and believe anyone can do anything, if we try hard enough”. The concept proved right, today the store sits as one of the most influential sneaker shops in Barcelona.
The DC Shoes x Trust Nobody TN Manteca collaboration is the first collaboration with a Spanish brand. Trust Nobody officially released the sneakers on 23th November with a party in their shop. The TN Manteca are inspired by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle, colors and materials are very much turtle like.
Available now in limited quantities at Shoeciety.
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The SSUR empire and DC Shoes will be rolling out their second collaboration together. This is nearly a direct opposite compared to the previous nearly all black “Caviar Cartel”. In addition to the sneakers, a hat, pair of jeans and a hoody is part the package. Expect it out this Holiday. Via Complex Blog
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