Category Archives: Cool
Odette Alverez’ Colorful Wonderland
Odette Alvarez-Spring/Summer 2024. Madrid, Spain. 9/18/23
Music-Carmen, Act1: Habenero
OMG! Just yesterday I was telling my daughter Ashlyn, that Purple and Green are the go to colors at the moment. I noticed them in San Francisco last month and decided my next Streetzblog promo shirt would highlight these 2 colors. And look what comes down the runway first today, Purple & Green. I love it!
The music was a bit challenging for me to deal with. I still get memory twinges of having to go to the Opera as an 8 year old and for some reason, this type of music freaks me out. Like Big Time! I couldn’t tell you why, it just does.
I do like the blue pants and the oversized sheer button down shirt. It looks so comfy, I’d trade what I’m wearing right now to put it on. And I have some pretty pricey & dope Y-3 shorts on right now.
In many of the looks, the clothing is a bit over the top, yet I’m sure it works well in Madrid or at an expensive Fetes De La Nuit in the South of France. The HD level of the video is next level and I do like the dark room withe the blue spot-lights. And Make sure you watch until the end when the backdrop transforms and turns into quite a spectacle.
Purple, green and yellow outfits about mid-show are so intricate and trippy that I didn’t even notice the music. Wow! Such nice details and deluxe tailoring. Very nice! Another piece I am fond of is the black cape with the fluorescent green and some of the oversized hoodies hoods are pretty impressive. And if you ever need a great Easter or Kentucky Derby fascinator or Derby styled chapeaux, Odette Alvarez is the place to shop, that is for sure!
It’s great to see professional, stylish, classic models on the Runway. Only they could pull off some of the black and silver dresses. Very Classy. Thank you Odette for the enjoyable Show!
2023’s “IT” Hat is Savant Studios
When I was able to visit NYC every December, I could spot the trends by surveying the streets of Manhattan. One Year, it was the first Off White Long Sleeve shirts with the word White on the back with the giant X. Another year it was the Von Dutch Trucker Hat. I still have my Orange and green version awaiting the comeback of the one of the fastest selling trucker hats of all time.
This “IT” trend doesn’t come from being on the streetz myself, but from watching from afar. The Savant Studios Trucker hat seems to be on trend to become quite massive. For this trend I didn’t see the celebs wearing it first, it was the Hipster/Cool kid/Artsy types that have been rocking it since the 30 degree weather and the trend has continued thru Summer 2023
Below are some pix of the hat. I prefer the Pink/Yellow, the Orange/White and the Black/White versions. Some are straight foward and others have added bling. Pricing is $50-$100 per Trucker hat. And yes, you can purchase them on line here
Or if you’re in Brooklyn, check them out at 1463 Fulton Street. I really like the hours, these hours would be perfect for my sleep pattern. Tuesday – Friday: 2pm-9pm Saturday & Sunday: Noon-9pm
Here are some of my favorites Truckers:
They also have some fits that slay, some that could match your hat and others that give a nice artsy touch to your gear for the day. Be careful, don’t get too hooked on a couple hats and many pieces of clothing, because there are a lot of sold out items on their site.
If you want to feel like you’re with “IT” and looking good in 2023. Pick up some of their hats before they all sell out. Or snag some shirts, jackets, sweats, hoodies, handbags and more at Savant Studios on-line or at their store in Brooklyn.
Get your “IT” fit now before the trend passes. Or could be like Telfar & Off White and you’ll be good to go for many years.
What do you think of the brand? Let us know in the comments or simply vote yah or nay below:
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Oh..What a Night!
Jersey Boys. Broadway in Hawaii. Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall. Wednesday September 14, 2022
A blast of swirling energy and excitement arrived in my aura as the show started. This vibe continued throughout most of the show. It’s pretty amazing how many HITS Frankie Valli and the 4 seasons had. The show goes a little like this…a whirlwind smash of a tune sung to perfection, then a snippet story about the ups and downs of the group, then another Big hit song.
Going to this production, I thought maybe I was a little young to enjoy the show. But to my amazement, it was one of the coolest shows I’ve ever witnessed. The Jersey Boys takes you from their teenage years to the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. There’s a lot to celebrate. Non stop hits from start to finish. Did you know “Oh Sherry” was their first hit. What a way to start the hit machine rolling.
The show does have a few moments of disaster and tragedy. At one point in the show Frankie gets a call that his daughter Francine has passed away from a deadly injection of the big H. At this moment, the ENTIRE theater is so super quiet, as they say you could hear a pin drop. It was like someone you knew just passed away. Very surreal feeling throughout the theater. Extreme emotion of sadness was felt from every heart in the audience.
The show picks back up with many upbeat songs that bring the crowd to their feet clapping, dancing and hollering. No matter, what age you are, this show is a big HIT for all ages. Mostly fun, up beat vibes, I laughed, smiled, sang a along to Oh What a Night and turned stomach sick emotional when Frankie’s daughter passed.
I swear I was having Andy Gibb or Leif Garret era 1977 vibes throughout the show. My eyes adored you sounded very familiar. And Oh what a night used to blast in my Ford Mustang back in the late 70’s. It was a Summer anthem back in the OG days. You will be amazed at how many songs you recognize. And the mini stories in between will take you on a roller coaster journey through 50+ years of pop history. If you are already a fan of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, that’s just an added bonus.
The performances from the 4 main characters is so spot on, from the Jersey accents to the amazing singing and dancing. And make sure you watch the supporting cast. There is budding a star or two in the mix. *Hint: Antonio King.
If you get a chance to see Jersey Boys, see it. I guarantee you’ll have a good time and a fun night out on the town.
Afterwords, we met the cast. They were super cool. Asked us if we enjoyed the show, answer was of course was a resounding YES. When we had our pix taken with the cast. Frankie/Jon Hacker joked and said “It’s the 4 Seasons!” We actually got a pic with all four of them and us two. Unbelievable! Very nice people, they just said it was a little too hot and humid for them in Hawaii. I suspect they will get used to it in another week or two. Today was actually one of the hottest days in Hawaii history. Even I was a bit fumed from the humidity. But the heat of the weather couldn’t come close to matching the high degree of hotness brought to us by the cast and crew of the 2022 Jersey Boys.
In case you may think you don’t know a Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Song, here’s a few smatterings of covers of their songs:
- Maneskin-Beggin (Over 50 years since the Four Seasons first did it)
- The Bee Gees-Grease
- Shawn Mendes-Can’t Take My Eyes Off You
- Cher, Neil Diamond, Russel Hitchcock and others-The Sun Ain’t Gonna Shine Anymore
And Here is a list of many of the songs in the Jersey Boys Broadway show:
Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Oh What a Night, My Boyfriends Back, Beggin’, My Eyes Adored You, Rag Doll, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Walk Like a Man, Working My Way Back To You and Who Loves You.
See you on the Broadway Streetz..blog!
Kelly for the W!
North Shore of Oahu-2022. March 2022. Billabong Pro Pipeline 2022. Banzai Pipeline.
As Ice Cube famously said: Today Was a Good Day. Woke up, got outta bed, had a quick slick line-up, a few pieces of Sashimi, packed up the beach bag and headed out the door. Didn’t go fast, not too slow, just moved to the flow of the day. Picked up my friend and headed from the South Shore to the North shore. Hoping to see the Pipe Pro.
I did get stuck in some traffic, but just turned up the tunes and took some deep Yogic breathes. All chill no stress, Knowing that it would all work out and we will arrive on time. Cars along the road were like a full parking lot, but didn’t get upset. Got to the the pipeline and just as we arrived a car left and we scored the perfect parking spot right outside the surf meet.
There’s a Goat that eats aluminum cans, there’s a Goat that played basketball, a Goat that Golfed and another who played tennis. There is also a Goat in the Ocean. Name is Kelly Slater.
Just chilled and walked to the beach. No rush, Just perf. Sat down and saw some surfers in the water Next up Kelly Slater winning a heat against Miguel Pupo right after we arrived. Such perfect timing. Watched another heat and then got to see the finals with Kelly “the Goat” Slater and Seth Moniz.
Kelly had an almost perfect heat hitting some incredible barrels only he could do. Sneaking in back door and just as the wave closes out, he appears sneaking out the end hands held high. He won the finals and we were there to witness it in person.
We stayed on the beach to watch the awards, then sat in front of the Volcom house to watch the free surfing and to get a bit of sun tan.
Had a mouth watering burger with giant avocado at Kua Aina and headed back home to the crib. Today was a very good day! Yes indeed. A very perfect awesome day! Enjoy the pictures taken via iPhone 13 Pro Max.
See you on the beaches and the Streetz…blog!
Element Brings the Noise
Public Enemy x Element Collection
Element has teamed up with iconic rap group Public Enemy to release T’s, Hoodies, Bucket hats, Socks, Polka pants, and of course a very dope skate deck. Proceeds will go to the Harold Hunter Foundation to support the skateboarding youth of New York City. If there is anything left available of the collection, you can find it here
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BTS Pops up shop in Hawaii
BTS MAP OF THE SOUL SHOW CASE IN HAWAII Pop-Up Shop Media Event 12/17/21
I was honored and excited to attend the special BTS Media Event today 12/17/21 at the BTS Pop-Up Shop at Ala Moana Center. We were able to shop for one hour prior to the store opening to the Public. It was way funny to watch the 40 age++ crowd trying to decide which figurine to get. There are 7 to choose from and they all change their hair color every 5 minutes. But looked like everyone got what they wanted and a good time had by all.
They had BTS Figurines, Pens, Booklets, Purple Holiday Items, shirts, and even a very DOPE Black Swan Flannel shirt. Most people bought the figurines and the pens with the faces of the BTS Starts on them. Mahalo to Alan Yamamoto and Sascha Koki for the invite. I had a really fun time playing around in the interactive store! And bought some figurines and pens. Maybe next time the Flannel shirt! The Pop-Up Shop is open now thru March 2022 At Ala Moana Center near Target.
See you on the Holiday Streetz…blog!
KITH comes to Kalakaua
Waikiki, Oahu-August 20, 2021
The Iconic KITH store opened up on Friday August 20, 2021 on Oahu. Located between the Apple store and Jimmy Choo on Kalakaua Ave. I stopped by for a few quick snaps of the store. And made an ill-fated attempt to get in to the store.
For their Grand-Opening they released a KITH colored bright light blue and white Air Force1 with the Hawaiian Islands featured on the tongue. They did tickets, wristbands and general standing in line to get the kicks. Saw some of the AF1’s re-selling for $700-$900.
The Store has clothes and shoes on the main road and a KITH treats shop a bit inside The Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center.
If you got lucky enough to purchase a pair of the limited release AF1. Congrats! Maybe I’ll see you down there one day in a few weeks or months. See you on the Streetz…blog!
Nike AF1 x Louis Vuitton First Look-Look
Hot off the internet via iPhone are the first fresh looks of the Nike Air Force One x Louis Vuitton kicks.
You can see the Virgil Abloh in many. Also notice one pair looks like replicants and another gives an ode to Kobe.
What do you think of the new collab? Let us know in the comments section. 
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