A while ago, we got an invite from the good folks at Shelflife to attend a low-key preview of The 511 Skateboarding Collection at the Baseline store in Cape Town. Just a little aside about theblagg's relationship with Baseline: Dude was in Cape Town a year ago and almost lost his mind because he finally found (and bought on the spot) the tan Janoskis over at Baseline store on Long Street so the store has a special spot in his heart. Ncaaaw.
Ok, what was I busy telling you again?
So yeah, for those who aren't aware, Nike SB and Levi's came together to collaborate on the 511 collection which is inspired by and geared towards lovers of skateboarding. The Levi's 511 skinny denim makes a comeback here and actually feels really light to the touch and features Nike's Dri-Fit moisture management system. Great for skaters but I reckon anyone could rock the slim-fit just because they don't feel like they wear you down. But I digress.
I'm not a fan of the trucker skateboarding denim jackets that are a part of the collection but if the Levi's x Nike Omar Salazar sneakers were a dude, they could totally get it. The Nike Dunk Low Pros round out the package and retail prices in America seem to be high as usual but when I asked the folks at Baseline about their prices they said they weren't sure because prices hadn't been set yet. This collection is a very limited release in South Africa so you might want to pay Baseline a quick visit. Don't forget your wallet.
