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How ‘Akira’ Shattered Convention To Ignite a Global Passion for Anime
maggio 26, 2021

How ‘Akira’ Shattered Convention To Ignite a Global Passion for Anime

December 25, 1989, the day anime ventured West. With a limited release of Katsuhiro Ōtomo’s seminal masterpiece in the United States...

Why It Matters: How Baggy Denim Came To Lead the ’90s Style Charge
maggio 24, 2021

Why It Matters: How Baggy Denim Came To Lead the ’90s Style Charge

With trends coming and going, the garments of today soon become obsolete, often revived years later by so-called visionaries. No decade defined...

A Detailed Look at Polo Ralph Lauren’s Far-Reaching Influence on ’90s Counterculture
aprile 30, 2021

A Detailed Look at Polo Ralph Lauren’s Far-Reaching Influence on ’90s Counterculture

Although now rightly recognised as an industry titan that has sculpted and redefined mainstream fashion for the last half-century, Ralph Lauren’s ties to...

Street Utility: How Arc’teryx & The Form of Function Redefined Contemporary Stylistic Discourse
aprile 25, 2021

Street Utility: How Arc’teryx & The Form of Function Redefined Contemporary Stylistic Discourse

In recent years, streetwear’s fascination with the functionality and technology of outdoor clothing has grown to become omnipresent. Now an essential...

The Tokyo Skate Scene: A Look at Skateboarding in and Around the City
aprile 17, 2021

The Tokyo Skate Scene: A Look at Skateboarding in and Around the City

Skateboarding and Japan might not be as closely associated with each other as ‘Godzilla’, cup ramen or Shibuya crossing are with the country of the rising sun.

Street Utility: How DMX & The Ruff Ryders Came To Define a New Era for Utilitarian Fashion
aprile 16, 2021

Street Utility: How DMX & The Ruff Ryders Came To Define a New Era for Utilitarian Fashion

To celebrate the life and legacy of the last real Ruff Ryder, One Block Down is dedicating the second installation of its Street Utility series to Earl "DMX" Simmons.

Off-Beat Casual: Detailing the Indelible Stylistic Footprint of Clarks
aprile 05, 2021

Off-Beat Casual: Detailing the Indelible Stylistic Footprint of Clarks

There are very few footwear brands that can boast such rich cultural integrity across a multitude of varied subcultures, but Clarks is certainly one of them.

The Fairer Picture: One Block Down’s Commitment to Being Better
marzo 26, 2021

The Fairer Picture: One Block Down’s Commitment to Being Better

With global ecology in a state of permanent imbalance, the contemporary fashion market has become the very antithesis of sustainability.

C.P. Company Details Its Innovative 2021 Printing Techniques in Exclusive Interview
marzo 13, 2021

C.P. Company Details Its Innovative 2021 Printing Techniques in Exclusive Interview

Earlier this month, Italian sportswear mainstay C.P. Company revealed its cornerstone Spring/Summer 2021 “Tracery” collection. Despite releasing...

How the Great Outdoors Became Today’s Most Prevalent Aesthetic Catalyst
marzo 03, 2021

How the Great Outdoors Became Today’s Most Prevalent Aesthetic Catalyst

The Apocalyptic Camouflage Generated by Satellite Imagery
febbraio 24, 2021

The Apocalyptic Camouflage Generated by Satellite Imagery

Beyond what satellites report to those on the ground, and the many great advancements they have helped man achieve, their visual reportage has become a bank of inspiring textures and forms.

The New York City Graffiti Scene Through the Lens of Martha Cooper
febbraio 24, 2021

The New York City Graffiti Scene Through the Lens of Martha Cooper

Martha Cooper is one of the most influential photographers to have ever worked in recent decades, with her candid reportage of New York City’s graffiti revolution amassing global attention.

The Far-Reaching Cultural Impact of “Grillz”
febbraio 24, 2021

The Far-Reaching Cultural Impact of “Grillz”

When thinking about grills, probably the first thing that comes to mind is Hip-Hop, so, it would seem that grills originated recently, after the birth of Hip-Hop, but there is nothing more wrong.

A Visual Exploration of Japan’s Vending Machine Culture
febbraio 24, 2021

A Visual Exploration of Japan’s Vending Machine Culture

Wherever you go in Japan you are never too far from a vending machine, this oddity, particular of this nation, not only concerns common vending machines...

Charting the Use of Masks Throughout History
febbraio 24, 2021

Charting the Use of Masks Throughout History

Masks have been part of global cultures since the start of mankind, initially associated with ceremonies that had religious or social significance. Click here to read about their transition throughout history.

One Block Down x Clarks Originals Wallabee: Release Date, Price & How To Buy
febbraio 24, 2021

One Block Down x Clarks Originals Wallabee: Release Date, Price & How To Buy

One Block Down is proud to present its latest collaboration with Clark’s Originals, featuring the Wallabee in two specular colorways: “Dusk” and “Dawn”. Click here for full release information and the chance to explore the project’s immersive multimedia campaign.

Other-Worldly Sightings Discovered on Google Earth
febbraio 24, 2021

Other-Worldly Sightings Discovered on Google Earth

With drawings on the ground once designed to be visible by the Gods, not by our fellow man, the advent of hot air balloons, planes, satellite technology, and later Google Earth, have allowed us to observe the world from far above.

The Culture of Urban Dirt Bikes and ATV
febbraio 24, 2021

The Culture of Urban Dirt Bikes and ATV

Urban dirt bike riding is becoming a new lifestyle in many cities of the world, from Baltimore, considered as the Mecca of dirt bikes in the US...

The Emotional and Inspiring World of Custom Car Plates
febbraio 24, 2021

The Emotional and Inspiring World of Custom Car Plates

“Vanity Plates” or “Custom Plates” are a special type of registration plate used on an automobile or other vehicle....

Charting the Most Iconic Style Moments in Olympics History
febbraio 24, 2021

Charting the Most Iconic Style Moments in Olympics History

As one of the world’s most prolific sporting events, the Olympic Games have become an epicenter for athleticism, style, protest, and possibility.

Exploration of Protest at the Olympics
febbraio 24, 2021

Exploration of Protest at the Olympics

Being one of the world’s most important sporting events, the Olympic Games is an undeniable focal point for billions around the world. For this reason, it has seen...

Exploration of Japan’s Sporting History
febbraio 24, 2021

Exploration of Japan’s Sporting History

Across much of Japanese culture, sports play a significant role. Typically divided across two categories — traditional Japanese sports and Western imports...

Explore the Space-Age Fantasy of Googie Architecture and 1930s America
febbraio 24, 2021

Explore the Space-Age Fantasy of Googie Architecture and 1930s America

Googie Architecture is an architectural style that originated in Southern California in the 1930s and reached national prominence in the decades following WWII...

The Practical and Peculiar Applications of X-Ray Technology
febbraio 24, 2021

The Practical and Peculiar Applications of X-Ray Technology

n X-Ray is a penetrating form of high-energy radiation that uses electromagnetic waves.Capable of building unique images that bring the many three-dimensional layers...

Escalopeviandehache for One Block Down and C.P. Company SS21
febbraio 24, 2021

Escalopeviandehache for One Block Down and C.P. Company SS21

Escalopeviandehache is a video maker and photographer active and popular throughout a number of French and European subcultures...

The Hidden Beauty of Nature Under the Microscope
febbraio 24, 2021

The Hidden Beauty of Nature Under the Microscope

The way we see and perceive nature has changed considerably over the course of man’s time on Earth. What began as an eye-level view of our surroundings soon...

How Billboard Pranks Grew Into a Truly Modern Phenomena
febbraio 24, 2021

How Billboard Pranks Grew Into a Truly Modern Phenomena

Pranks have been part of human culture for a long time, with examples such as “April Fool’s Day” — the annual custom that takes place on April 1...

Detailing the Global Presence of the “Cool S” Graphic
febbraio 24, 2021

Detailing the Global Presence of the “Cool S” Graphic

If someone asked you to list the most common symbols in the world, what would you say? Well, you'll think of the cross, a star, the peace sign ECC… and you might even

What Your Favorite Brand Logos Look Like as Ecstasy Pills
febbraio 24, 2021

What Your Favorite Brand Logos Look Like as Ecstasy Pills

s one of the most important aspects of any product, the proper use of branding guarantees authenticity, recognizability, and helps it being understood...

The Importance of Bees to the Environment and Human Life.
febbraio 24, 2021

The Importance of Bees to the Environment and Human Life.

The environment is a complex system built on many different species working together to create the conditions necessary for biodiversity...

How the Guerrilla Girls Paved the Way for Activism in the Art World
febbraio 24, 2021

How the Guerrilla Girls Paved the Way for Activism in the Art World

The Guerrilla Girls were a feminist protest group formed to fight discrimination against female artists and artists of color throughout the industry. To protect their identity...

How Logo’ed Hairstyles Became a Modern Cultural Identifier
febbraio 24, 2021

How Logo’ed Hairstyles Became a Modern Cultural Identifier

Since the dawn of humankind, there have been a select few elements that have distinguished cultures, tribes and nationalities. Even though tattoos, jewelry and clothing...