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11.21.11 | Boyslton Trading Co x Adidas x @Superfun

Frank The Butcher — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 15:50:52 +0000

Anti-Fatigue 6″ Premium Timberland

Frank The Butcher — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 21:41:26 +0000

Same boot, new guts!

Everyone knows that I am the most loyal wheat Timberland boot wearer this side of the 90s. Doesn’t matter what trends come and go, if Jay Z publicly denounces them or if Kanye dresses them in high fashion making them “trendy” — I have always had a fresh pair(s)(ssss) ready to go.

My favorite boot has received an upgrade in the form of anti-fatigue technology which makes for a more comfortable boot.

Classic and now more comfortable. Win/Win.

TIMBS#

Much love to Team Epiphany and Timberland for the love.

Camouflage Season | Camo Bespoke by 5 Star General of the ATF Crew

Frank The Butcher — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:30:01 +0000

W-W-W-W-W-World Premier!!!

It’s always camouflage season and this Nike Air Force Bespoke is confirmation of that! Made from a pair of Woodland pattern BDU shorts and features a black micro perf leather lining, wax laces and an ever so classic gum out sole. You already know how I feel about camo and believe me, I don’t usually covet another man’s shoes… but DAMN.

Aaron LaCrate / Milkcrate Athletics Bespoke Nike AF1

Frank The Butcher — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 01:22:32 +0000

So when my guy Aaron LaCrate isn’t DJing, producing for Jim Jones or running his brand MIlkcrake Athletics, he is designing ill Nike Air Force 1 Bespokes at 21 Mercer in NYC.

The combo of brown canvas and infared is classic and street ready — another banger.

PS– no they are NOT available to the public so stop asking him!!!

Peep all LaCrate biz HERE

My Bespoke AF1 voted #9 on Complex top 25 list

Frank The Butcher — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:57:39 +0000

Pleasant surprise.

My Nike Air Force One bespoke landed on Complex Magazine’s The Best 25 Bespoke Nike Air Force 1s list with the likes of sneaker royalty Dj Clark Kent, Mayor, Bun B and my brother from the UK, Gary Warnett.

Amazing honor.
PS — Not Gucci inspired.

Peep rest of list HERE.

#Frankmatic

30 for 30

Frank The Butcher — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:12:29 +0000

Starting June 1st, my boy Rick Williams of Burn Rubber will rocking a different pair of New Balance sneakers every day for a month. Classics as well as introducing tomorrow’s classics. At the end of the 30 days, Rick will be giving away 2 promo codes for New Balance’s “Custom US 574″ program.

Follow Rick on twitter for updates @RICKWLMS and the daily shoe

Peep flyers for additional info

NIke Bespoke trip

Frank The Butcher — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 02:37:47 +0000

Finally had the chance to hit the bespoke lab at the Nike Sportswear store at 21 Mercer. This wasn’t the normal visit— we were on a mission. Can’t wait to show ya’ll what we came up with— we as in Me, Clark Kent, Mayor and Deon Point.

Amazing experience— see you in 4 to 6 weeks!

Shouts to Izzy!

Clark Kent

Infamous Mayor buggin out

The “book”

Wes is good people — and is from the Bean

Not ready yet!

All in a days work!

NEW BALANCE FOR BURN RUBBER | MT580BR

Frank The Butcher — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 05:53:04 +0000

I was at Agenda in San Diego a couple years back when I met these 2 Detroit boys– Rick and Ro. It started as the normal “dope shop”, “good stuff”, “blah blah blah” and all that non sense courtesy babble you have with people at trade shows. We stayed in touch and it has become a real friendship — those 2 dudes from Detroit are now my brothers.

Rick and I talk everyday about design, family and life. When I talk to Rick I can hear the passion for design and success. He has a drive and will to grow that is contagious. He keeps me on my toes and reminds me why we do this.

I remember picking up those Burn Rubber guys at the airport in Boston to bring them over to New Balance. Rick had every detail of the shoe covered — model, color and material. While I talked shit and distracted everyone, Rick slid in and created one of the best New Balance collaborations in recent history. An amazing shoe from an amazing brand and shop.

To my brothers— the first “one” is special but may your last “one” always be the your best “one”. I’m am looking forward to your next best “one”!

Below: The Burn Rubber MT580 & Ro Spit and Rico Williams aka The Black Frank The Butcher (black as in race… don’t be so fuckin sensitive)

Peep Burn Rubber’s site HERE
Peep Rick’s site “The Distinct Life” HERE

Canada Goose for Concepts

Frank The Butcher — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 05:10:26 +0000

This project was an amazing experience to work on. Most times I visit the company I’m working with to begin conversations on our project together and to lay the foundation for design. I usually get the bulk of the work done from my office. This one was a bit different.

I flew out to Toronto to design this vest but the difference was actually walking the manufacturing floor of Canada Goose. Being able to see the raw material, the process and finished product was a great perspective to gain before delving into the design process on these vests. Learning the history of the company and understanding the purpose of their product was important to me. Canada Goose jackets, when used for their original intent, will save a life. The product they develop help professionals who work in extreme climates survive.

What is more important than that?

Granted my interpretation of this Alberta Vest was through the lens of fashion but it was built on function. Function to me is an important place to start— design that serves a purpose– and Canada Goose has mastered that.

I want to thank Dani, Kevin and Spencer at CG for their patience and support. I hope you dig the final product.

Also would like to thank Harris, Paul Mighty and Nick Cangello for the support on the project. It’s always a team effort.

This is the video piece I directed for the vest release— Paul Mighty is the model in the video and also produced the music used with Dj Manipulator under their production group name Boxcutters. TBB Music will be releasing Dj Manipulator’s “Live From The Badlands” in the next few weeks.

Concepts x Clarks: CNCPTS Weaver Boot

Frank The Butcher — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:48:29 +0000

The goal is to make it look easy. The magic is in the mystery.

Being able to work with a company with so much of a heritage is truly a blessing. I’m confident in saying that Clarks is probably the industries most copied. Wallabees, Desert Boots, Weavers, Desert Treks— their design influence is in everything from high end dress shoes to skate shoes- and everything else in between.

I can go on about how the Wallabee means so to much to me. From Slick Rick to Ghostface– Especially Ghost!!!

The Weaver is Mr. Wally’s sexy cousin and shes a beauty.

Long story short– from the design to the marketing plan, I had a blast… and the cycle continues… and by that I mean I’m already working on our Spring / Summer project.