Shop:Gentei...

Yesterday, I made a trip to Baltimore's favorite concept store (Shop:Gentei) to check out their recent re-design. After walking thru the door...I was amazed by the job that was done. Strobe-lights, Old skool Conian (yes...the 80's Boombox) styled lightings, the paint splashes on the floor, PIFF!
But flash without substance is nothing. So let's mention the huge assortment of Vans that were showcased throughout the store (Sk8 Hi's and mids, Chukka lows, Half Cabs, etc)...Its' all there. For all you Nike lovers...check out their Nike section that includes the infared inspired Court Forces. For those that covet runners...the Patta Air Max 95s, both Nike Safari colorways, & the recent Air Structure Triax are available. They also carry Gourmet for you independent brand luvers. And last but not least, the clothing section is layered with the latest in streetwear and underground fashion. Yes my clothing conniseurs...they got you covered!

Anybody that's in the Baltimore area...do your self a favor and get to the store, asap. You won't be dissapointed. Whattup Oliver?

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Piff's Day!!!

I'll be out & about today, and getting liquor'd up tonite!
BTW, A message to all my peeps. Them presents better reach me before midnite. lol

Mr. Piff is....out!

Converse x Dr. Romanelli...

The latest artist to contribute to the humanitarian project Converse (Product) Red is none other than apparel customizer Dr. Romanelli. Famous for his customized jackets and the use of vintage materials, he has created a band-aid Chuck Taylor which I think has a deeper meaning of 'band-aiding' or fixing the problem with AIDS. Recently released at select Converse dealers, they've been literally flying off the shelves.

Yours truly was fortunate enough to snag a pair. As you can see, this is another example of innovation...from a non-Nike brand. I won't be wearing these babies for a while.

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Stussy D.C. Grand Opening Party!

Last night...ya' boy Mr. Piff & my partner in crime Muff, attended Stussy D.C.'s grand opening party held at Club Chloe. My guess was that the weather (endless rain) would have dampened a lot of people's party spirits. Oh was I ever wrong!!! The club was so packed, that there was a line extending up the street just to attend the function...in the rain. It's a good thing I got that VIP thing goin' on. (Whattup Adrian?)

Once inside, the club was jammed pack with the areas sneaker luvers & shoeheads. The music was on point thanks to DJ Doddie Fresh from Audio Ammo. And the night concluded with the world's famous, the diabolical Biz Markie on the wheels of steel. Shoutouts to all those that attended the party, and special shouts to my homies Shuman15, Dizzy, Ravi, Boney Starks, Scott Scotch, Jupeezy, Shortypop, Cpualo90, Sneakerman Dan, & Idolkicks.

(Check the pics)

EPISODE 1...

KICKIN' IT IN THE CITY 08' EPISODE 1

Featuring myself...Brad Piff & Arcieri Keness

CLICK & ENJOY...NUFF SAID!

Reebok?!

Anybody that knows me personally, knows how I feel abour Reeboks. The brand is one notch away from pondscum as far as my likes. It's always been that way too. Saying this, I took a trip down south to chill with my homie Shuman15. Then the unthinkable happened...

I entered his room and my eyes immediately fixed onto a pair of shoes...sitting on his table. HOLY SHIT...YOU CAN'T BE SERIOUS?!!! My boy had just received a pair of deadstock Reebok x Commenwealth Omni Pumps as a gift. The shoe was originally released a few years back as a collaboration effort...designed solely by the boys at Commenwealth. As I gazed further at this work of art, I asked myself..."Is this a Reebok?" After several minutes of trying to persuade my boy to sell them to me...with no avail, I figured I'd take some pics.





As you can see, an impressive shoe. A simple design with a drop-dead sexy color scheme, that could be pulled of easily with the right fit. Time to get my search game on...and they were my size too. AAARGH!!!

Jungle Pack...

Not to ignore my favorite sneaker line, here's something for all my Vans heads. (Hey Boobie?!) Vans Vault delivers some heat for the Spring and Summer, dropping a Jungle Pack. The pack features a Chukka, and a set of Authentics. All pairs feature a floral pattern on the side panels and a set of off colored laces. The print on the side of the shoe is a dope touch and the yellow Vans logo on the heel of the shoe is a nice touch too. Only a few pictures have surfaced but these should be hitting Vans Vault dealers soon.

I'm not a fan of Authentics, but you'll probably see me with the Chukkas...real soon.







(pics courtesy of Offthewallsite.com)

Undefeated Chucks...

The (PRODUCT) Red concept has been chugging along in full force recently with many big-time team ups seen with Dr. Romanelli and Lupe Fiasco, each effectively making their mark. The time has come for UNDFTD to step up to the plate. Their No Raw Dogs All Star also includes matching t-shirt & Bearbricks. Set to release on April 5th at all UNDFTD USA locations and online in the e-store.

I'm not fond of these as I was the Fragment Design Chucks or the Lupe's (DAMN...THOSE NEED TO BE RELEASED). Undefeated has an habit of sometimes putting too much on a shoe, just overdoin' it in my opinion. But if your one of those cats that needs to own everything "undefeated", go for it!

BTW...it drops on my birthday, anybody interested in sending me a gift...holla!





(pics courtesy of Undefeated )

The Site Is Up...

It took a little time, but my website is up & running!

PIFFSPLACE.COM
PIFFSPLACE.COM
PIFFSPLACE.COM



Join me (Mr. Piff), as I give certain insights on myself, my likes and dislikes. I try to explain my fascination with kicks and candidly talk about what inspired it all. Also check the photo gallery to view myself...out and about, doing what I do. And for all my sneaker lovers, peep my shoe gallery which I will constantly update with my new pick-ups.

To all visitors, please leave a comment or two in the guestbook. All comments are appreciated.

PIFFSPLACE.COM Your either up on it...or your off it!

Lupe The Killa.......

Lupe Fiasco does it again!!! This time with the release of the Lupe Fiasco x Converse Chuck Taylors.

Most likely a hype building move by Converse, quality pictures have surfaced of a Lupe Fiasco designed All Star which is allegedly not slated for release. The shiny patent upper was conceived with the (Product) Red humanitarian theme in mind which correlates with the subtle use of red highlights. As mentioned, no release date is expected for these joints.

Here's hoping that Converese wises up and release these joints, at least in a limited run. Only two words needed....THE COOOOOOOOL!!!!






(pics courtesy of Complex magazine)

Stussy D.C. Opening Party...

2008 was a huge year for Stussy as they opened several new Stussy Flagship stores in North America. The new stores which have already opened include Stussy Honolulu, Stussy Las Vegas and Stussy Toronto. The latest and perhaps last Stussy store that's opening this year is the Stussy Washington DC Flagship store. Partnering up with Omar Quiambao who also owns Commonwealth, this new Flagship store will have its opening party on April 3rd with Biz Markie as the special guest DJ.

And you know ya boy Mr. Piff will be in attendance. Let's not miss this one peoples.

Stussy Opening Party
Chloe
2473 18th Street NW
Washington DC

Skinny Jeans Epidemic...

Having just watched this video on youtube, All I can say is...What the @#$%!!!
This is comedy at it's best.

NINJASONIK - TIGHT PANTS.


Enjoy, maybe...

HAPPY EASTER...

Happy Easter wishes, from ya boy Mr. Piff...




Nike Air Force One Easter 05'...When Nike did things right!

Fragment Chucks...

Fragment has teamed up with Product Red: The organisation behind the Gap inspi(RED) tees, to create a special edition pair of ‘low cut’ Chuck Taylors. The sneakers were created to continue with awareness, and fight aganist Aids in Africa. They are available in black, white and red hues...the black already having dropped in retailers such as Barneys NYC.

Definitely on my "to get" list....






(pics courtesy of highsnobiety & thisnext)