Hey Folks,
Give thanks for another Monday. How many of you remember doing arts and crafts at summer camp or an after school program? Did you ever think these skills would be fashionable and make tons of money in the future? While many of us forgot those skills years ago, one clothing and accessory line, Flashback Kidz, is using their creative gifts to create some dope accessories that provide that old school look which has become popular nowadays. Beyond creating crafty and artistic accessories, Flasback Kidz dabbles in several other creative fashion.
Enough of the talk, read the interview and check out the pictures to see how the designer took her work with kids and made it into a classic and original brand.
- Leandrew Robinson
1.) Where are you from? What do you do for a living?
I am from Knoxville, TN. I am the creator of the Flashback Kidz necklace & t-shirt line. I am also a middle/high school coordinator for a leadership program within an inner city community.
2.) What kind of product do you produce?
I produce necklaces & T-shirts
3.) It seems like your creation of your product is very unique, when did you learn this craft? When did you get involved with selling it to people?
I have always been creative and hands on, but I discovered this particular craft several years ago while doing arts and crafts with the youth I work with. I started selling these necklaces about 5 months ago. I also paint cassette tapes and sneakers.
4.) Check out a few of the hot designs after the jump…
(Flashback Kidz)
Transformers Chains - Vibrant, fresh colors! Transformers defines current style. A retro cartoon that has come back bigger and better to recapture our hearts (Transformers, the movie), just like our skinny jeans, colorful kicks and crazy haircuts has made its way back from the 80′s.
Mario and Luigi – Unquestionably, two of the most recognizable video characters ever!
African Hope Chain – For years I pondered ideas and ways I could help support the efforts in Africa. I wanted to send money, I wanted to start a group… proceeds, support africa, retro, retro era, I even wanted to visit. I am also a firm believer in using your God-given gifts and talents to help others. I created this chain to represent the Hope, to help us remember our responsibility to those in need, and offer support financially. Part of the proceeds of each Africa Hope chain is donated to an organization that supports Africa.
5.) What kinds of influences are reflected in what you produce?
Retro Era has had the largest impact on my products. The vibrant colors and fresh designs are intriguing and reflective of my personal style. Futuristic design elements are also reflected in the Flashbackkidz line.
6.) You are consistently moving product, how do you attract/market to potential customers?
Yes, we are starting to get exposure internationally and domestically. We attract people through social networks such as MySpace and Twitter, word of mouth, we also sponsor several crews, and are currently collaborating with a designer to the stars.
7.) What are your opinions of the new Karmaswap? How do you see this affecting streetwear culture?
I owe many thanks to Karmaswap. Within hours of my products being placed on the site, I had multiple sales. The site is user friendly and a great way to market new and used products. I am not located in a fashion forward city, Karmaloop has introduced me to many urban/streetwear brands.
All items you saw can be purchased at Karmaswap. Search by Store and find Flashback Kidz – your new favorite jewelry line. Keep spreading the word and sell some of your shit!
Posted 10 months, 1 week ago at 12:22 pm. 1 comment
Designers Vincent and Mike of Triumvir infamy come back to Karmaloop with the sixth installment of their Caked Out line, featuring some of the craziest tees we’ve seen in a minute, as well as a tribute to Michael Jackson that was released with unfortunate, yet perfect timing.
“Black or white, guilty or not guilty, in heaven or on earth, there can only be one,” said Vincent of The Who’s Bad Tee. “The design idea came about as us being fans of his music, and with the controversy surrounding him, it’s easy to misinterpret this design as simply making fun of the legend. But taking note of his lifetime of success, we feel that no matter what anyone says, he’s one man, it was his life and he’s simply the King of Pop.”
Taking cue from last year’s NBA Championship Playoffs “There Can Only Be One” marketing campaign, the Caked Out twist presents Off The Wall-era Mike contrasted with a recent picture, proving that M.J. was just one man, one King. Rest in peace.
The It’s the Shoes Tee had us dying out here when this drop came in, and that was before Vincent gave us the run down on the thoughts behind the print, featuring a broke, bummy Monopoly Man rocking a set of high-tops.
“The majority of streetwear consumers are usually broke because they save money up or go from paycheck to paycheck just to get their fix on sneakers,” Vincent explained, before admitting, “Take it from me – my garage is a constant reminder of how much money I could have had if I didn’t compile a mountain of sneakers.”
A tribute to Ice Cube’s role in John Singleton’s epic Boyz N the Hood, the namesake Doughboy Tee features Cube in his jheri-curled glory circa 1991, with the graphic composed of lettering that spells out “Doughboy.” As a tagline for the brand, be sure to peep The DBN Tee as well, an homage to Jersey’s Naughty By Nature. That’s right – coast to coast, Caked Out knows, shows and cares about what’s going on in the ‘hood.
That’s just a sample of the madness Caked Out brought back to Karmaloop for the summer. Don’t get caught slippin’ and check out the rest of the line here, and check in with the Caked Out crew to see what these dudes are cooking up next.
Posted 1 year, 2 months ago at 4:44 pm. Add a comment
Obey + T-Pain’s chain + GPS sneakers = The Daily Loop. We also have a brand new installment of Their Words for you all, featuring Hollywood Holt and DJ/Producer Mano. Click either banner and join us all in a bit of midday procrastination!
Posted 1 year, 2 months ago at 11:46 am. Add a comment
The lovely Jess hangs with R&B sensation Keri Hilson to discuss her early formative years, epic writing skills and, of course (mental image time), what she listens to in the bathtub. Click the image below for the interview, and don’t forget your dose of the Daily Loop, where the crew talks ALife’s women’s sneakers, a Rock the Bells concert promotion and prostitution… is there a connection? Only one way to find out…
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One of the most highly-anticipated sneakers EVER to be sold at Karmaloop, Terry Kennedy’s signature TK Society from the gods at Supra, goes live at midnight TONIGHT!
TK and the Supra crew have been touring from Los Angeles to Brooklyn throughout the past week in honor of this epic release, and the reception has been nothing short of sheer lunacy – massive crowds, sell-outs, cops – and tonight at Brooklyn’s KCDC, not only will New York get its first shot at the TK’s, but those lucky bastards will also witness the the unveiling of Antwuan Dixon‘s latest signature model and the world premiere of the Baker Has A Deathwish Summer Tour video.
If you’re not in NYC, no worries – the TK Society in both purple suede and black perf go live tonight, midnight EST at Karmaloop – and only at Karmaloop – so clear your schedule, set an alarm, crack your knuckles and get ready for the drop!
Posted 1 year, 3 months ago at 4:00 am. Add a comment
There are situations in life when individual standouts simply do not belong together – for instance, Kobe and Shaq on the same team, fish-flavored ice cream, or a Benny Hill soundtrack dubbed over Friday the 13th.
Such is the case with something we call "overcoordination." Matching a tee with your sneakers, or a hat with a belt and so on and so forth is all well and good – encouraged, even – but a line has to be drawn somewhere. Therefore, as a public service to our lovely, faithful readers (that's you), here is an example of an outfit not unlike one that we saw on our lunch break this afternoon.
It's plain to see that each item in and of itself is dope enough to be sold by the gram, but too much of a good thing can lead to a bad time for all – remember, you're assaulting our poor eyes as well. So please be mindful of your peers this weekend, imbibe in relative moderation and coordinate responsibly. And check out the latest Karmaloop goodness here!
Posted 1 year, 4 months ago at 5:27 pm. Add a comment
Spread the word and save the date!
Our dudes at ®Society Original Products celebrate the release of its spring and summer lines on Thursday, April 16th at Mantra, 52 Temple Street, Boston, Massachusetts, featuring performances by G.O.O.D. Music / Def Jam recording artists Big Sean and Tanya Morgan, not to mention DJ sets from BREK.ONE & Karmaloop’s own Red Foxxx to keep the night moving.
Mantra has a very limited capacity of just over 400 heads, so RSVP as soon as possible(info@societysop.com) to make sure you get on the list. If you’re not on the list, you’re not getting in! Dress code is on a grown-folks tip, so no baggy jeans or boots – hats and sneakers are all good.
Sponsored by: Karmaloop.com, Style Productions, Studio 24 Graphix/Printing, Touch 106.1 FM, UGHH.com, Metro PCS and LUMZLENZ.
Posted 1 year, 4 months ago at 5:08 pm. Add a comment
Coney Island warriors Sneaktip make its highly-anticipated return to Karmaloop with some fresh new tees and a well-deserved makeover to a long-time favorite.
Marlon and company always bring it proper-like with the most outrageous colorways to match your customized or ‘Loop-bought sneakers, and this spring’s new looks are no exception. Deftly combining the season’s hottest color (it’s red, kids) with crazy fonts and über-crafted tees, you sneakerheads out there better get on these before they’re sold out by Monday and you’re forced to settle with plain Haynes tees to go with these ill motherfuckers.
Check on the rest of the latest Sneaktip drops at Karmaloop as well as some classic joints we brought back here. And if you’re having shoe problems… well… you know.
Posted 1 year, 5 months ago at 11:06 pm. Add a comment
First and foremost many thanks to Janos Szabo for giving us the opportunity and believing in the brand. We will also like to thank everybody over at Tisza. Yes, this is a big deal. When only 100 sneakers are made, it means they are hella limited edition. This is a very High-quality limited unisex Tisza x Mayan Tamang classic sneaker. These kicks are for the people who got to stay classy when they hit the town. Made in Hungary with genuine Italian leather. You'll be running the game for sure. Only 100 pair will be made and each one is numbered on the tongue from 00-99. Also check out the matching HATCH (Mayan Tamang x UGHH fitted hat to go with your new kicks.
Check out the rest of the Mayan Tamang collection here.
Posted 1 year, 8 months ago at 5:51 pm. Add a comment
Female Sneaker Fiend, Re-Up, and KarmaloopTV present the FSF Sneakart Party.
Come through and customize your white kicks!
Supplies provided by Sneakart.com
First 20 girls get free Sneakskin, a new sticker application for sneakers. Sneakskin
is a superthin, flexible, durable and waterproof graphic film that is a
temporary application and can be peeled off and changed.
Saturday, Sept. 20th 3-7 P.M.
@ Re-Up, 1 Brighton Ave. Allston, MA
Music by NYC's ILL P
Posted 1 year, 11 months ago at 3:32 pm. Add a comment
