I am so proud to announce that fellow blogger Matt from nicekicks.com has opened up his very own sneaker shop! You see what blogging can get you kids?

The shop looks amazing!

Read the press below:

AUSTIN, Tex. – Saturday, February 27th, Nice Kicks opened its flagship retail store in Austin, TX. Over the past four years Nice Kicks (operating online at http://nicekicks.com) has been a leader in sneaker news and information currently leading the industry in readership, but has made a step outside of the digital space and into the brick-and-mortar retail model. Located just one block from the University of Texas campus, the Nice Kicks flagship store prides itself on accessibility and central location to serve the Austin metro area.

“The store is a physical extension of our digital brand,” said founder Matt Halfhill. “Over the past four years we have built a loyal and dedicated readership, but we wanted to create an environment that people could physically visit and experience sneakers in a new way.”

Acclaimed designer Kris Swift, principal of Muskoka Multi Media, worked with Halfhill to design a uniquely sophisticated space that showcases footwear in a new fashion. With imported fixtures, furniture, and displays Nice Kicks elevates and showcases sneakers in a fanatical type of form. With paper covering the windows, everything was kept a secret that was unveiled at 11AM when the store was officially unveiled to the public.

With a dedicated and loyal following that reaches millions of shoe enthusiasts monthly, the grand opening of the Nice Kicks flagship store brought much fanfare. Legendary Texas hip-hop artist and sneaker aficionado Bun B attended the grand opening where a special collaborative T-shirt was released. Also on hand was the world renowned DJ Clark Kent, also well respected in the sneaker community for his contributions including consultancy with Nike.

The Nice Kicks grand opening drew in more than 700 people with visitors from across Texas from cities that include Dallas, Lubbock, Houston, San Antonio, Houston, and Beaumont, and some from as far away as Los Angeles and New York City.

“It was a truly incredible day,” said Matt Halfhill. “We were looking forward to many people coming to the store, but I am truly thankful once again for our readers and fans who continue to show us love everyday. Like we have a commitment to our readers to bring the best and latest news to our readers on the website, the same will be done with bringing the best and latest sneakers for our customers at the store.”

### ABOUT NICEKICKS.COM ###

NiceKicks.com was founded in April, 2006 when founder Matt Halfhill was frustrated with a lack of reliable and accessible information about upcoming sneakers. Currently NiceKicks.com is the most read source for news and information about men’s athletic and casual sneakers with more than 3 Million monthly readers. In June, 2007, NiceKicks.com became a member of the Complex Media Network being selected for their quality of content and readership.

“Civilist Berlin, a new retail store opened by Alex Flach, a senior photo editor for famed Berlin-based publication Lodown Magazine.”  HB

Civilist
Brunnenstrasse 13
10119 Berlin

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Here is you have a look at Hermes only men’s store. I’ve always been a fan of Hermes and I am happy that they now have shop in NYC.

Hermes
691 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10021
212.751.3181

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I’ve been a fan of Wood Wood since a guy named Matt put me onto it a couple years ago. They have just opened up another boutique in Vienna. If you live any where near Austria or plan on visiting, you should check it out. You will most definitely see things you like.

I made a trek down to Brooklyn to meet up with some of my peoples at The Brooklyn Circus. I always heard about this shop but I never actual been. From the second I walked in I felt at home! It felt like I walked into another era, it was the Harlem Renaissance Era. I was so impressed that this little gem was tucked away in Brooklyn.

Check out some of my pictures…hopefully they can describe the atmosphere and the vibe of the shop. You really feel at home in this spot.

The store has an array of products and a lot of store branded products which is all designed and produced by the owner and his team.

Beautiful wool sweaters and cardigans.

The store is adorn with vintage pieces and classic elements.

This shop is just amazing! The visual components are stunning.

Reversible bow ties…..sick!

Meet The Bearded Man, owner and curator.

This has to be one of the best shop’s Ive visited in a very long time.

Check out their blog and website for more info.

If you visit, tell them Marcus Troy sent you!

The Brooklyn Circus (NYc)

150 Nevins Street
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Tel: 718.858.0919
Hours: daily 12 Noon-7pm

My sentiments exactly…

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This weekend I attended the launch of a beautiful retail space called Dunning‘s in downtown Toronto. It’s a two floor location on Yonge street in a trendy area of TO.  My first impression upon walking into the store was that I was touring a college frat house or country club turned into a museum, showcasing the products that the members once wore. The dark wood floors and antique looking display units added to that experience. The mannequins were dressed in typical collegiate preppy attire with vintage worn timberland boots from the 90’s.

The aesthetic of the store is very clean and clutter free. Everything is in plain site and the merchandising was really on point, with a focus on woven shirts, polo’s and accessories. I was also very impressed with the tweed Dunning branded couches that I was told, were available for purchase.

Dunning is a golf brand that pays attention to what is going on in men’s fashion and fuses technology, function and style.

About Dunning

Fueled by both an athletic and authentic country club heritage, Dunning sportswear is built on premium quality, clean silhouettes and classic colors.

Featuring the richest fabrics and a complete consistency of fit, Dunning garments are born from two decades on the leading-edge of technical apparel design combined with a family tradition of classic British tailoring.

This unique background and unrivalled commitment to producing well-made clothing is expressed in two distinct fabric stories – proprietary performance and traditional materials such as luxurious cotton and wool.

Offering pieces in both categories for each season’s collection, Dunning is devoted to crafting truly versatile menswear staples that are ideal for business, casual, athletic and leisure outings.

Dunning was founded by Toronto native and lifelong athlete Ralph Dunning. A road-rider and Ironman competitor, Dunning first garnered widespread acclaim in the 1990s for his Rip n’ Hammer line of premium technical clothing for triathletes and cyclists. He also drew praise for work on behalf of some of the world’s largest and most authentic sports brands including Saucony, GT Bicycles and Cervelo.

Partnering with only the best mills and manufacturing using ISO 9001 facilities allows Dunning to provide discerning consumers with a complete quality assurance. The company also engineers its technical fabrics from the yarn up, meaning performance is built-in and won’t wash- or wear-out after repeated use.

The Dunning Shield Crest

An iconic emblem subtly expressed on a variety of Dunning garments and accessories, the Shield Crest is rooted in the unique background of company founder Ralph Dunning. Its distinctive “Varsity D” connects to a history competing with and designing garments for many of the world’s best athletes. This sits atop repp stripes recalling the traditions of classic British tailoring along with Dunning’s heritage as an authentic country club label.

1 of my favorite shops in Montreal has to be U&I on St laurent street. They have some of the best brands on the market place and their merchandising and layout is really nice. If ever you are in Montreal, make sure to check it out.

3650 Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Montreal, QC H2X 2V4‎ – (514) 844-8788‎

3.1 Phillip Lim
Acne
Birkenstock
Casio
Chausser
Clarks
Comme des Garcons
Dries Van Noten
Engineered Garments
F Troupe
Fred Perry
Junya Wantanabe
Kakadu
Krane
Le Petit Legion
Levis
Malboro
Mihara Yasuhiro
Moncler
Narrative
Nike
Opening Ceremony
Rag & Bone
Red Wing
Sperry Topsider
Vans

Nike Sportswear has opened up a flagship store in Paris, France with a new location in the Marais district. The store has maintained much of the original design in regards to the previous tenant, a library. The remnants of the library are even present via the “LIBRAIRE” lettering on the exterior façade. Nike commissioned French illustrators, Antoine + Manuel, to create the interior murals, wallpaper, and carpet.

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Nike Sportswear Paris
12 rue des hospitalières st.-gervais.

Amsterdam will be the new home of a Burberry Flagship store. The store will be about 2,500 sq.ft and will be fitted out with intrinsically British materials and themes, features menswear and womenswear from the burberry brit collections only, complimented with burberry accessories, bags, shoes, jewellery + watches, eyewear and fragrances.
location: p.c. hooftstraat 69 [amsterdam zuid].

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Norml

Norml in Ottawa comes back again with another sick popup shop! Penfield has been making some really sick jackets and this amazing popup shop concept really portrays that image.

Great Job guys!

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