Young Jeezy and Gourmet Footwear Launch Event Recap

Atlanta icon Young Jeezy has recently teamed up with sneaker company Gourmet Footwear with the goal of expanding the company’s reach. This partnership, which will include exclusive co-branded digital content, social media initiatives, and creative involvement from Young Jeezy is also aiming to merge the distinct worlds of footwear, fashion, and music. To celebrate the beginning to this relationship, partners Gourmet and Jeezy hosted an event in our store to show off their first collection of all new styles under the new regime. So take a look below at a recap of the event below:

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COMME des GARÇONS PLAY 2013 Spring/Summer Editorial featuring Stalley

COMME des GARÇONS PLAY, the street savvy sub-brand of Rei Kawakubo’s COMME des GARÇONS, is back this season with an all new collection of heart imprinted apparel. Featuring mostly graphic tees with its staple stylized heart logo, CDG PLAY also includes long sleeved pieces with distinct polka dot patterns. For the arrival of the new collection, we enlisted the help of our friend, MMG rapper, Stalley to model some of the looks for us. So take a look at the shots and styles below, all of which are available now at Wish in-store and online.

Purchase styles from the COMME des GARÇONS PLAY 2013 spring/summer collection here.

Photography | Mae Elizabeth Gurene

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Track of the Day: Kanye West – New Slaves (Acapella at Design Miami/Basel)

It would be an understated to say that Kanye West has been making waves leading up to his anticipated June 18th drop of Yeezus. Be it off the strength of the religiously controversial title, or the socially controversial “New Slaces” lyricism or the widely discussed global marketing projection initiative, Mr. West seems to be a role. The latest footage of Ye is captured during an unscheduled session for his European fans while touching down at Design Miami/Basel in Switzerland. Yeezy hits the track “New Slaves” direct over the mic acapella style for all those who were in attendance. It looks like #yeezyseason is really beginning to heat up this summer – stay tuned for the official album drop next week.

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Coming Soon: Reebok Pump Omni Lite OG “Dee Brown” | 6/14

“Some legends bring the crowd to their feet, but the legendary Dee Brown brought the crowd to his. Literally, in the 1991 Slam Dunk Contest, Dee paused to pump up his Reebok Pump Omni shoes, and ultimately made the most iconic dunk of all time – the “No Look” dunk. On one of the greatest moments in the game, Dee says, “Being a late entry for the Slam Dunk contest that year, I knew I had to get the crowd on my side, to get them excited. What I did next is history. To this day I’m identified with one shoe and one shoe only – the Reebok Pump.” On June 14th, Reebok Classic brings back Dee Brown’s iconic Pump Omni OG and will be available at Wish in-store and online for $115 USD.

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Air Jordan Retro 5 “Grape”- Black/New Emerald/Grape | 6/15

Having already seen a release of the Air Jordan 5 Retro Grape earlier this month, Jordan brand is quick to answer back with another release from this model. Dubbed the “Black Grape”, this shoe sees black nubuck in place of what was white in the last Grape release. The new emerald and grape colored sole however, has remained the same along with the icy outsole and oversized tongue. Topped off by the classic transparent lace lock, this release will be available at our Moreland Ave. shop this Saturday, June 15 retailing at $160 USD.

If there are any remaining quantities, phone orders will be offered starting at 5:00PM EST on the day of the release by calling 404.880.0402. No pre-orders or advance sales are allowed.

 

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Track of the Day: Mac Miller featuring Jay Electronica – Suplexes Inside of Complexes and Duplexes

With Mac Miller stepping into a heavy series of competing releases come this mid-June, the Pittsburgh rapper seems to be rolling out all of the stops in anticipation of his June 18 full length debut, Watching Movies With The Sound Off. The latest track arrives today with rhyme chemist Jay Electronica in the passengar seat. Titled “Suplexes Inside of Complexes and Duplexes,” the cut upens up with an eeire mixture of caliginous undertones and synthesized chills. Miller takes the first half of the song before Jay Electronica closes things out in his typical fashion. Check a listen out below on our Soundcloud and download the track now via iTunes.

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WISH TRAVELS: Mike Kelley’s City 0000 @ David Zwirner Gallery

American artist Mike Kelley is the type of creative mind who has the ability to create works that seem to withstand the test of time. Unlike some whose works are based upon an era-specific trend or a fleeting fad, Kelley’s work – perhaps by virtue of its inherently humanistic approach – possesses a timeless value to it. Often pulling upon found objects to comprise his sculptures, one of Kelley’s most celebrated pieces is the one pictured here – City 0000. Currently on display at a group exhibition at New York’s David Zwirner Gallery, City 0000 poses a bright and bold contrast to the stark white walls and smooth concrete of the open space.

City 0000 depicts the fictitious city of Kandor, the birthplace of Superman on the planet Krypton. Cast in a bold, chromatic series of colors, City 0000 is made up from a translucent resin and lit by interior LED lights and the skyline is comprised of a glowing grouping of obelisks, towers, and pillars. Holding a particularly personal and special place within Kelley’s mind, Kandor reckons to his childhood in which – according to DC Comics – Kandor was a world that was miniaturized and stolen before Krypton was destroyed. For attendees of the group exhibition, City 0000 holds an even deeper value in light of Kelley’s recent death, bringing to light the melancholic juxtaposition of Kelley’s childhood imagination on display and the finite reality of the human life.

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SOLD OUT | A Closer Look: Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Camo”

The Nike Air Foamposite Pro makes a return ths weekend with the release of the Foamposite “Camo”. Though not usually favored over the Foamposite One, this Pro Model seems poised for a big release turnout. Featuring a decidely traditional camo pattern, this shoe sees a suede upper with hits of Volt sprinkled throughout and a gum sole. Releasing this Saturday June 8, these shoes will be available at Wish in-store for $240 USD. Take a look at the images below for a closer look.

Phone orders will be accepted by calling 404.880.0402. Email orders are accepted via orders@wishatl.com with a size request.

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WISH TRAVELS: Jeff Koons “Gazing Ball” Exhibition @ David Zwirner

To say that American artist Jeff Koons is one of the most celebrated and successful artists of our day, would be an understatement. Not only has the Pennsylvania-born artist been pushed to the forefront via his individuals works through the years such as Puppy, Celebration series, his BMW Art Car and many, many more, but Koons has maintained a level of longevity and consistent relevance that is perhaps the harder facet of one’s artistic career to maintain. The latest work from Koons – appropriately titled Gazing Ball – is now on display and being housed within New York’s David Zwirner. Gazing Ball represents Koons inaugural exhibition with David Zwirner. While here in New York, we’ve been stooping through a series of galleries and creatives spaces — one of our first stops being Koons’ latest exhibition.

Koons, who often gathers much of his creative inspiration from various elements of contemporary consumer culture and modern everyday life, initiated Gazing Ball out of a retroactive look back at the mirrored spherical ornaments often found in suburban lawns in Koons childhood hometown of Pennsylvania. A relatively simple concept at first, Koons uses the spheres to explore the concept of trascendence while reflecting on the perspective of a phiiosophers gaze on life, mortality and the concept of eternality through form and ideas. Each blue-colored, hand blown gazing ball rests atop a variety of Greco-Roman antique statues that are juxtaposed alongside elements from modern society such as mailboxes and a birdbath. The concept is to present the time-and-date-centric elements of various eras against the gazing balls which seems to slide seamlessly into whichever period-setting they are displayed. Jeff Koons’ Gazing Ball will be on display at David Zwirner through June 29, 2013.

David Zwirner

525 & 533 West 19th Street

New York, NY 10011

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Coming Soon: Reebok Question Mid “Canvas Pack” | 6/7

Allen Iverson’s iconic Reebok model, the Question, returns this June with two new releases. Dubbed the “Canvas Pack,” these sneakers come in Red and Blue colorways that pay tribute to AI’s Philadelphia 76ers jersey. Hexalite-infused mid-top built with canvas put a seasonal twist on the classic silhouette, with the lacing system and leather toe cap remaining intact along with a contrasting white midsole and translucent outsole to complete the look. Releasing on Friday June 7, this pack will be available at Wish in-store and online retailing for $135 USD.

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Coming Soon: Air Jordan 11 Retro Low | 6/8

Sure to be one of the hottest releases of the summer, The Air Jordan 11 Retro Low returns with a simple White/Black colorway. Also dubbed the “Tuxedo” or “Reversed Concord”, this sneaker features black nylon mesh along the top portion of the upper, with white patent leather on the base. Hints of red are seen on the heel, while an icy blue sole rounds out the look. With a June 8 release date, these shoes will be available at Wish in-store or by phone/email order for $140 USD.

Phone Orders are offered via 404.880.0402 and placing an order with a sales representative.

Email orders are accepted by contacting orders@wishatl.com with a size request.

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Vans 2013 Spring/Summer OG Era LX “Palm Leaf” Van Doren Series

Vans is back for summer with new models for its Van Doren Series. Going with a fun tropical aesthetic, Vans pulls a tropical palm leaf pattern to sit atop its classic OG Era LX sillhouette. With bright colorways of Green/Navy and Peach/White, these shoes are ready for summer wear.

Purchase the “Palm Leaf” Van Doren series now here.

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A Closer Look: Nike Barkley Posite Max “Metallic/Gamma Blue”

During what has been a great season for the Nike retro releases, we see another release from the wildly successful Barkley Posite model. The Barkley Posite Max “Metallic/Gamma Blue” sees mainly metallic silver throughout the body juxtaposed by a black nubuck upper. The Gamma Blue specked splatter marks spread across the Black upper lacing area and sole gives these shoes a distinctive look. Rounded out with Foamposite technology and Air Max cushioning, these shoes are now available via our Moreland Ave location or by phone or email order for $235 USD.

Phone orders will be accepted by calling 404.880.0402. Email orders are accepted via orders@wishatl.com with a size request.

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Norse Projects 2013 Spring/Summer Collection Lookbook

A long time favorite brand of ours, Norse Projects, unveils its 2013 spring/summer collection. The Danish retailer chooses to go with their usual nuetral color palette to cover a range of five panels, pants, tees, and button downs. To highlight the drop, we put together a lookbook featuring styles from the collection. Take a look at the images below and check out the full collection here.

Photography: Gavin Guidry Model: Michael Kusumudjaja

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Just Don Charlotte Hornets & Chicago Bulls Snapbacks Now Available!

After already seeing plenty of quality pieces, the Just Don 2013 season expands to include more snapback variations from the Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Bulls. Featuring the normal snakesking laden brim, this time, these snapbacks see a colorway of Purple/Turquoise. Check out some images below and make a purchase here online or in store for $400 USD.

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Air Jordan Retro 5 “Grape”- Black/New Emerald/Grape | 6/15

Having already seen a release of the Air Jordan 5 Retro Grape earlier this month, Jordan brand is quick to answer back with another release from this model. Dubbed the “Black Grape”, this shoe sees black nubuck in place of what was white in the last Grape release. The new emerald and grape colored sole however, has remained the same along with the icy outsole and oversized tongue. Topped off by the classic transparent lace lock, this release will be available at our Moreland Ave. shop this Saturday, June 15 retailing at $160 USD.

Phone orders will be accepted by calling 404.880.0402. Email orders are accepted upon release via orders@wishatl.com with a size request.

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Nike Lunar Flyknit Chukka – Tarp Green and Dark Obsidian Available Now!

Nike again changes up their Nike Lunar Flyknit Chukka model with the release of two new colorways. Continuing Nike’s fusion of technologies, these sneakers see Tarp Green and Dark Obsidian heathered Flyknit uppers with Nike Flywire for lace hoops. Finished off by total crimson and sail outsoles, these gems are now available at Wish in store or by phone order for $170 USD. Phone orders will be accepted by calling 404.880.0402. Email orders are accepted via orders@wishatl.com with a size request.

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Wish 2013 Spring/Summer “Locals Only” Tank Top Collection

For Memorial Day weekend, we’re releasing our “Locals Only” line of tank tops, paying homage to our store location, Moreland Avenue. Being located it in the heart of Little Five Points, we think it’s important that we shine light on our surroundings. So for this shoot, we went right around the corner and took photographs in front of The Loss Prevention’s “Welcome to Little Five Points” mural. Check out the images below or head over to the online shop to make a purchase.

Photography: Gavin Guidry

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Stussy 2013 Spring/Summer Headwear Collection

Stussy’s longtime popularity could potentially be attributed to the consistent creativity and quality that goes into every piece that they make. Not only their apparel, but their accesories as well. And Stussy’s 2013 Spring Summer Headwear collection is no exception. Crafted in a decidedly patterned theme, this collection sees camo, floral, and animal print topped off by the classic Stussy patch. This collection, which is pictured below, is now avalable at Wish online and in store. 

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