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Nike KD 7 PRM Aunt Pearl

February 27, 2015 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

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Nike KD 7 PRM Aunt Pearl


As the title suggests, this latest rendition is a homage to Kevin Durant’s beloved Aunt Pearl, who was influential in molding his character, moral, etc since her passing from lung cancer in 2001. Nike designer, Leo Chang was appointed for this touching project by taking inspiration into an angel tattoo evident on Durant’s back in his efforts to keep her memory alive.

The symbolism of an angel itself led to the silhouette’s pristine makeup, while also being the official color of lung cancer awareness, as White dominates its mesh and Hyperposite upper. Additionally detailed by a Pink breast cancer symbol stitched onto the back heel tab, in addition to Pink Flywire support and insoles imprinted with the Kay Yow Cancer Fund – a charitable organization committed to the fight against women’s cancers through raising money, assisting the underserved and unifying people to raise awareness – Gold Swoosh logos with wing-pattern detailing provide an elegant, yet luxurious touch to its overall design.

Finishing notable details include a three-dimensional angel wing strap adoring the midfoot, with a tributary message to his Aunt Pearl on its backside, while a greyscale print of the actual angel tattoo from Kevin Durant’s back is applied on the inside of the tongue, as a Gold KD logo is placed on the outside.


 

Racing the Polar Express

February 26, 2015 | Category: Photography

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290 East Raceway


2 Hour Commute

February 25, 2015 | Category: Photography

Early Morning trek into the city

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…and the return trip home.

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gotta love Chicago weather


Air Jordan 1 Low

February 24, 2015 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

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Air Jordan 1 Low


Perfect Office Upgrade

February 22, 2015 | Category: Tech

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1 New Mac Pro, 1 New 4kTV & 1 Classic Donkey Kong • #MJApproved

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2015 Air Jordan 10 – Bulls Over Broadway


Dubbed “Bulls Over Broadway” and “Gym Red”, the latest variation of the Air Jordan 10 is officially unveiled, as this remastered classic pays homage to Jordan Brand’s historic 30th Anniversary as well as a tribute to NYC, this year’s host of the 2015 NBA All-Star game.

Sporting a Chicago Bulls-inspired theme, this particular model is a nod to Michael Jordan’s visit to NYC in 1995, wearing No. 45 for the first time since his retirement, hence its distinctive moniker. Dipped in a bold Gym Red hue across its premium pebbled leather composition, Black accents are scattered throughout for a complementing contrast while the application of a speckled cement-inspired sole unit further symbolizes NYC with its concrete streets.


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Final stop of the tour in our hometown of Chicago


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Air Jordan 19 (XIX) Original (OG) Low – White / Cement Grey – Black


The Air Jordan 19 (XIX) Original (OG) Low were released on May 29, 2004 for $115. They feature an all white leather upper as well as stitching designs across the side panels. They feature grey elephant print on the toe cap, which definitely help draw attention to this otherwise bland shoe. They also feature black and grey accents, and came with official Jordan Brand dog tags. The low top versions consist of features such as a quick lace system and an outsole which features a solid, modified version of the herringbone pattern, which provides great traction on the hardwood, as well as new flex groove details for added flexibility.


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30 Years of MJ • NBA All Star NYC


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“2” of my favorites in one shot


MJ Sketch from 1991

February 12, 2015 | Category: Random Design, Sports, Ward 1 Sneakers

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Michael Jordan drawing from my portfolio in 1991


Sweet Home Chicago

February 12, 2015 | Category: Photography

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Chicago Blackhawks BluesMobile


Jake: Car’s got a lot of pickup. Elwood: It’s got a cop motor, a 440 cubic inch plant, it’s got cop tires, cop suspensions, cop shocks. It’s a model made before catalytic converters so it’ll run good on regular gas. What do you say, is it the new Bluesmobile or what? Jake: Fix the cigarette lighter.

Classic Revisited

February 11, 2015 | Category: Ward 1 Sneakers

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Air Jordan 6 Retro 384664-023 Black/Infrared 23-Black


Originally released in 1991, Michael Jordan wore them en route to his first NBA championship. 2000 saw them get retroed for the first time and helped to introduce new colorways as well as replacing the original ‘Nike Air’ branding with ‘Jumpman’ logos.

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2012 Air Jordan 4 (IV) Retro “White/Cement”

The Air Jordan IV in the White/Cement colorway is regarded, by some, to hold that famed title as the best to ever do it, and considering it hasn’t seen the light of day since it last appeared in 1999, the White/Cement will undoubtedly re-live that eminence and while providing a swift splash of cold water to the face of those who have strayed from the consuming hobby of collecting and wearing Air Jordans. In the famous 1989 film Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing, the shoe was even shown being cleaned with a toothbrush to remove dirt marks.


Dyson Cinetic Big Ball Review

February 7, 2015 | Category: Tech

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Dyson provided me with their newest technology to review. SEE MORE PICS and READ THE REVIEW HERE:


Daily Essentials

February 5, 2015 | Category: Tech

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Design Life by Ward 1


Slush Hour

February 3, 2015 | Category: Photography

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2+ Hour Commute through Chicago’s busy Slush Hour



 
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The Air Jordan 13 (XIII) Retro – White / Team Red – Flint Grey were released on January 22, 2005

The official color labels them as “team Red”, but in person, they’re much darker. The feature a white, grey, and red upper, which at first seems weird because the red and grey look like they may not blend well, but they just seem to grow on you. The Air Jordan 13 (XIII) specifications include leather uppers, a hidden quick lace system, carbon fibre sheath, holographic eye, and Zoom Air insoles. Retail was $150.


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Buried in 2 Feet