Cool Hunting
Portland, Oregon-basedHecklewood is a streetwear label born from an obsession with fringe subcultures. Raised on a steady diet of art, pop culture, and punk, their collection draws inspiration from their youth in the '80s and '90s and the cultural happenings of today.
Hecklewood and its two sister brands, Tanner and Off-set will be making their debut at the Pool Tradeshow 27-29 August in Las Vegas. They will be showing new cut-and-sew goods, new Hecklewood tees and hoodies as well as the new line of Tanner leather goods including messenger bags, laser-etched wallets, and other goodies.
My favorite is their “Miami Vice”-inspired “My Only Vice" tee (pictured below right). Like most good things, these are produced in limited quantities so don't miss out.

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