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This Saturday looks set to be a busy one with the final drop from Puma x ALIFE ’s recent collaboration. This instalment sees a R698, Blaze of Glory and Disc Blaze silhouettes along with an on point clothing collection. The latest drop takes heavy influence from 90s streetculture and hip hop which is infused in the colours, detailing and patterns seen throughout. The Disc Blaze features a bold green shaded upper with pops of pearl white on the disc closure and hits of orange to add some flavour. The Blaze of Glory has a more muted colour palette with all-black uppers broken up with a tonal textured pattern and overlays. The Blaze is brightened up with hits of blue, red and yellow along the grey midsole with the look finished off with ALIFE print on the heel lining. The R698 takes its cues from the iconic Alife Rivington Club store and sees the black and grey upper punctuated by pops of red and purple. The R698 is finished off with boss ALIFE branding across the midsol...

Our latest outfit grid features a colour palette of tonal blues and off whites accented with solid block stripe detailing. Prominence has been given to slim to regular silhouettes and angular cuts. Edwin Jeans Marvin Tee - Navy Stripe Starting off the look is the Marvin Pocket Tee in Navy. Made from the perfect summer material of light cotton it features bold stripes throughout. Linear detailing is carried through in the cut which is regular fit with a straight hem. ED-80 Denim - Unwashed (Whilte Listed Selvedge) Furthering the look is a thoroughly modern cut from Edwin Denim. The ED-80 is a slim fitting denim with a tapered leg and relaxed fit around the hip. Crafted from a 11.5oz unwashed denim it features Edwin’s new white listed selvage. Wood Wood Rick Bag - Midnight Navy Accessorise with the Rick Bag in Midnight Navy from Wood Wood’s A/W 14 “Heroes” collection. This handy bag not only looks boss it has a detachable strap, leather reinforced carry hand...

Canadian streetwear imprint Raised By Wolves's Spring/Summer collection has landed in store. This season sees a range of hooded fleeces, t-shirts, 5 panels and bucket hats all made in Canada and the US. They have also teamed up on a collaborative capsule with Oakland based artist Brendan Monroe on a range featuring his iconic print of Canada's rugged landscape. The full Spring/Summer 2015 collection from Raised by Wolves is available in store and online now at Fat Buddha Store .

This week's musical installment features Skepta's new track Shutdown, the latest installment of HYPETRAK's specially curated mixes with Kehlani and Raekwon's latest offering F.I.L.A World. Skepta - Shutdown  Grime pioneer Skepta has just dropped the music video for his single "Shutdown." Directed by Grace LaDoja the video features Skepta performing at London's Barbican arts centre. Check out the video below and watch out for Skepta's forthcoming album Konnichiwa , due out this year. HYPETRAK - Work Out Mix: Kehlani & Noodles - DETHIRSTERATE The latest installment in HYPETRAK's series of specially curated mixes features Bay Area native Kehlani. The mix dubbed DETHIRSTERATE is designed to get you pumped at the gym and see's Kehlani enlist the help of her tour DJ and friend Noodles. Head over to Hypebeast to listen to the playlist. Raekwon ft 2 Chainz - F.I.L.A World Raekwon has dropped another track from his upcoming LP F.I...

This week we look at iconic singer and No Doubt front woman Gwen Stefani, who is currently featured on the cover of the Spring/Summer edition of POP magazine. For the few that don't know she is the co-founder and lead vocalist of the widely successful No Doubt who has also carved out a successful solo career becoming one of the worlds most successful artists thanks to her unusual and dynamic vocals and enigmatic charisma. Defining her age of 45 her beauty and quirky style have cemented her status as a pop culture icon. Pick up the latest issue of POP magazine in store or online at Fat Buddha Store to see the full shoot.

The Quiet Life have dropped the lookbook for their Spring 15 collection photographed by Dan Monick at 56th & Figuero. The collection features a tonal colour palette of blacks, whites and grey set of with contrasting bold colour detailing of blue, purple, red and green. Signature script branding adorn the garments while the cuts are classic loose skatewear shapes. Check the beautifully shot lookbook below and shop our full range in store and online at Fat Buddha Store .

Tonight Cosmic celebrate their 2nd birthday by bringing together two very special guests. JG Wilkes (Optimo)~ One half of Glasgow's finest, a legend in his own right. Wilkes has been throwing the greatest parties for nearly 20 years. The Optimo duo have had such a monumental impact on the Glasgow and UK clubbing scene and it goes without saying how excited we are at the prospect of Wilkes taking control of the Cosmic cruiser. Spencer (Numbers) ~ One of the numbers co-founders, Spencer is the driving force behind Glasgow's top label and it's phenomenal success. With over 10 years of playing and planning parties around the globe , it is a delight to have him back in the city for Cosmic's annual anniversary! Wilkes and Spencer will be at the helm of the Cosmic cruiser, going back to back taking Cosmic on it's most exciting disco voyage yet. Tickets are available from Resident Advisor here .

Adidas trainers have an unrivalled cult following that transcends the generations and forever retain their popularity. Iconic for so many reasons to so many people from football casuals, to britpop fans to followers of early 90s American Hip-hop. We have just received an array of classic OG shapes and silhouettes from Adidas. Adidas Hamburg – Onix / Clear Aqua This Onix/Clear Aqua of Adidas’s iconic Hamburg silhouette is one of two new colourways for the sneaker. The Hamburg was released in the early 1980s as part of Adidas’s city series, named after the urban German city. The generation defining sneaker was originally released as a football inspired casual shape, gaining massive popularity on the European terraces, which has help pass down its popularity from father to son. This edition is constructed from premium pigskin suede across the uppers with vibrant hints of Aqua across the heel tab and signature three strike branding. The Onix upper is complimented wi...

This week's outfit of the week features a layered look perfect for taking us from spring to summer. Starting off the look is the slim and light Lacoste Croc Shirt in that most classic of summer colours white which is layered with the beautiful Hester Logo Sweatshirt from scandinavian imprint Wood Wood. A slim Sid Pant from Carhartt and the iconic Superstar from Adidas complete the look. Wood Wood Hester Logo Sweatshirt - Navy From Wood Wood's SS15 class of now collection comes the Hester Sweat in navy, perfect for layering up a summer look when the sun starts to fade. The sweat features raglan sleeves for a comfortable fit and also includes a concealed zipped pocket subtly located on the right hand side of the garment. A graphic print of the Team AA logo is placed on the chest and is finished off with stitched branding near the hem. Lacoste Live L/S Slim Plain Croc Shirt - White This plain L/S shirt from Lacoste Live provides a versatile wardrobe staple consi...

Another gem has dropped from Nike SB in the form of the Stefan Janoski Max in Obsidian/Hot Lava, a shoe which transcends the realm of being solely a skate silhouette thanks to frequent technical updates and colour palette tinkering. As the Janoski Max is a signature skate shoe it has been constructed for outdoor wear and remains one of the most popular summer silhouettes. This edition is constructed from breathable synthetic uppers for durability and ventilation with a built in EVA foam sockliner for cushioning. A classic dark Obsidian upper is mixed up with pops of bold Hot Lava across the woven tongue label and Swoosh branding all sitting atop a crisp white midsole. These are sure fire winners this summer so pick up a pair in store or online at Fat Buddha Store now!