LYRA MAG.

Five Ten -Brand Of The Brave ---and climbers, bikers, strollers---Five Ten is now part of mega  company Adidas...but we didn't notice much of a change to a label beloved by wearers.  We figure the distribution is def going worldwide...but that's a good thing. And new kicks for Fall 2013-are technically performing-making use of the different proprietary rubber outsoles this brand is known for... Highlights: New---a new midsole/outsole package-breathable mesh toe, lateral and medial arch support, 2 piece molded EVA midsole-great support and stability. Nice looking too. ASCENT ($120)... Proprietary Stealth 1 rubber sole-high friction and grippy riders ride in all kinds of  weather-the new Freerider Vxi Elements Stealth MI6 rubber with shock absorption/grip Outsole---with pedals... FREERIDER VXi Elements-new winterized all mountain shoe for riders---with a DWR synthetic upper, PUR foam insula...

Joey Showroom, NYC MCM showed a bunch of their newer 2013 handbags, backpacks, luggage pieces etc...at a recent media preview over on the fringes of the westside of Manhattan. The classics-included the coated canvas Heritage and understated Delmo collections, autumnal tones for key pieces- as well as new materials/shapes-in homage of the brand's 1976 founding in Munich....all get the nod from us. HIGHLIGHTS: great colors-on the croco patterned hauler-big enough= to double as an overnight bag Croco-Metallic gold -works as a clutch or shoulder strap bag (Veronika) F Frame purses---including popular First Lady Satchel -back...and new shape in front Shopper Project-beautiful smooth leather M Moment-in black- Closure strap with gold buckle hardware---in Chinese Red shopper stye bag with outside pocket -mixed materials so fab-we pictured it 2x---a collaboration with Swarovski Crystals and MCM---needless to say, a very limited edi...