With the upcoming highly anticipated release of the Concepts x New Balance “Freedom Trail” pack collaboration, we decided to throw a little pre-release party at Club Sanctuary in Boston. The turn out was amazing and the legendary Bounce Master Dj Doo Wop and Boston’s own Brek.One tore the spot down. Big shouts the New Balance team for holding us down, Paulina @ Sanctuary, Frankie, Brand Nation, Brek.One and Doo Wop (BSA 2010!) for the great night.

Remember: The Freedom Trail pack will be available 11/27 (Black Friday)

Jeff & Todd

Brand Nation holding it down

Friends from the other Boston shoe brand showing their support (as always!)

Dj Doo Wop & Brek.One

Kinda Dusty Crew

Hey! Paulina of Sanctuary

Chris One & Hollywood Pete

Stebs and Point

Fresh and his homie

Lauren of NB with her husband and Friend

With the Bounce Master Doo Wop (Follow him on twitter @DJDooWop)

Deon, Lou, Chedda and I though I knew this guys but his emo hair is throwing me off

Lovely ladies of New Balance

Brek.One tore it down

With the Evil Genius Greeeeeen Lantern

Wop killed it

You ever had a good idea? Probably not as good as this one.

My good friend Chris Lee from CtotheJL and Good Wood blessed the kid (literally…) with 3 exclusive laser engraved Jesus pieces. Now, I’ve had these for a few weeks but been hadn’t had the chance to post them— I’m usually faster than that!

Peep the ultra limited red joint— fire (not in a sacrilegious way obviously)…

Hit Good Wood and CtotheJL for the scoop on how you could be saved.

Thanks Chris!

To celebrate the east coast launch of the 686 / New Balance collaboration we threw a little “get to together” at Concepts. Big thanks to Lauren, Lou, Jenn, Kristina and Allison of New Balance and Kristin of 686 for making this happen.

Pete with number 22 and 96 on the official “What White People Like” list. Ok…22 is “microbreweries” but the list maker needs to research how white people react to PBR… incredible. New Balance should definitely be higher on the list too. Just my own observations….

Fresh had to put the “swoosh” away for the event. Wasn’t too happy about it either

Working as the brand manager of Concepts is not always an easy job but the percs of the job is being able to partner up with major brands to create something new. New Balance, Clarks, Red Wing, Sorel, Nike, Mitchell & Ness, Canada Goose and Timberland are some of the companies I have had the pleasure of working with but more importantly, learn from. I look forward to showing the world what we have been up too. Stay tuned….

I’m especially proud of this project here.

All black everything…..

Peep the info below . Available Friday, October 23rd.

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Concepts presents “Con-Ops” Collection with Timberland and Mitchell and Ness

Concepts will be launching their first project under their military inspired “Concepts Operations” line on Friday, October 23rd, 2009. The first drop from the Con-Ops Collection will be a 6″ Timberland Field Boot which is inspired by covert military apparel utilizing all black technical materials. The boot construction includes “Ever-Guard” leather, the state-of-the-art cut-resistant material SuperFabric® on panels, abrasion-resistant rubber coated toe, Gore-Tex waterproof lining, and an outsole which is made with “Timberland Pro Rubber” that is puncture-resistant. Accompanying the boot release will be a Con-Ops x Mitchell & Ness knit winter cap, fitted cap and tee shirt, in 2 colors, which will be released in limited numbers.

Available at:

Concepts | Boston
St. Alfred | Chicago
Burn Rubber | Detroit

Concepts
37 Brattle St.
Cambridge, MA 02138

www.CNCPTS.com

Comme Des Garcons Converse All Star featuring the CDG’s Play line heart logo. We can’t even keep CDG Play on the racks at Concepts because its so sought after.

The CDG Converse colab project comes in the form of 4 all stars, 2 high and 2 low.

Coming soon to Concepts— but I have mine already!

Timberland partnered with Concepts on an event to launch their fall 09 Abington boot collection. Abington, which is Timberland’s original company name, is a top tier offering of classic styles with an emphasis on heritage and quality.

All of Abington’s campaign and look book imaginary is the work of the super talented 13th Witness. The event not only showcased great product but Concepts was converted into a gallery showcasing 13th’s original photography with Bobbito Garcia and Futura providing the music.

Fall 09 Abington boot collection available now at Concepts.

Big thanks to Brian Coleman for the commitment to getting this event right and everyone that made to time to come through.

Harris and “I don’t know his name”

Stussy Drew and Fresh the Haitian Macaulay Culkin

Trife

Sky and Ricky Kim made it down

Dj Beyonder of the Blade Runners

with Aleko and The Kid Daytona

Joined by Deon Pizzoint and J.Landlord of Jackmove

With Bobbito Garcia

13th Witness, Leonard and Ian

Abington designers - Dave and Chuck

Brian Coleman with Bobbito

Bob and 13th

Bobbito on the wheels

with Tarek and Timmy (13th Witness)

Leonard

Bobbito signed my copy of his classic book on sneaker culture

My dog Hendrix has absolutlety nothing to do with the Abington event. He’s a Puerto Rican Shi Tzu

Fall 2009 Red Wing Washaba leather and canvas boot is unbelievable. I Just got a special delivery from Red Wing and couldn’t wait to show the world.

I’d like to think last years Concepts Red Wing 875 boot which featured leather and canvas has something to do with this but either way these boots are very dope. Thanks Steve!

Sneaker Freaker #16 has officially dropped!! One of the best issues yet with multiple covers including the limited “Skippy” cover showcasing the Sneaker Freaker x New Balance 580. This issue also highlights my Canadian fam Ransom’s Adidas project (no not one shoe, no not a retro in new colors… a line of original Ransom Adidas!) and the Concepts “Freedom Trail” New Balance project (more to come on that!). Oh yeah— Fuck you to who ever leaked the photos early.

Sneaker Freaker x AIAIAI earbuds!!! Thanks Woody!!

My family in Detroit continue to amaze.

The Burn Rubber Time Piece Collection presents “The Woodward”.

Crack.

Visit Burn Rubber here

I got mine… go get yours!!!!

As a part of Nike’s and Live Strong’s Tier O campaign, Nike has partnered with England’s Brooks Saddles to create some custom pieces to accompany each shoe drop. Concepts just received the first saddle (and wooden tool box) which is laser engraved with legendary Los Angeles artist Mister Cartoon’s “LA” icon. Toons’ Live Strong AF1 sold out across the country when it dropped this passed weekend.

More saddles to follow which include Futura and Busy P. We’ll keep you posted.

More pics here.