Sole Academy Online Store Opening

Lifestyle sneaker store, Sole Academy has been well in front of the game in terms of bringing rare coveted sneakers in the country. What separates them apart from most local sneaker sellers is, they are authorized stockists of these brands. This is also the reason why they get to sell them to local sneaker enthusiasts in more or less its retail price. It's no surprise that their following have been constantly growing through the years. Having already two locations in Metro Manila, sometimes it still feels like it is not enough to most. The Sole Academy team actually also feels the same way, this is the reason why for their next store they will be going digital. With this new outlet, Sole Academy will be able to reach more sneaker enthusiasts and collectors from around the Philippines. Their online store is set to open tomorrow, August 8, 2014, by 3pm in the afternoon. Be sure to drop by www.SoleAcademy.net by then to have first dibs on these two new releases, the Nike Huarache "Love/Hate" Pack and Nike Air Trainer II "Barry Sanders". And as per usual, both pairs go in limited numbers, size 8-12US for the Huarache and 7-12US for the Air Trainer II.

Soul Motion "Soldier" Video

We have written about a lot of music videos here on Purveyr, but we have not yet stumbled upon a dance video since the release of Soul Motion's Soldier video. It is inspiring to see two ladies pursuing their passion for dancing, and trying to bring it to the next level. We should expect more from the dance duo, Bea Te and Chloe Chotrani. Maybe it's time to give a spotlight to our local dancers and the dancing community in a way to propel them to higher heights. Watch them move with the music in the video above.

Source: Clavel Magazine

Swim by Paolo Ruiz

Photographer and videographer, Paolo Ruiz has recently released a short video. The video is shot from the latest Ironman competition. Entitled "Swim" it's a soft interpretation of our relationship with water. The slow downbeat vibe of the background music, perfectly fits the mood of the short video which evokes strong emotions over the topic subtly. Watch the video above and be inspired to take a dip as soon as possible.

Elevate Apparel July 2014 Release

Elevate stays consistent with their releases; and here's another one worth reading up on and adding to your everyday wardrobe. Reviving the classic raglan, 3/4s and bold jersey numbers, Elevate Apparel has released their latest collection that perfectly fits the rainy season. The perfect collection makes everything extra comfortable and easy-to-pair-up with three tops. The collection consists of a long sleeved raglan-done shirt with a small wolf print up front; followed by a 3/4 jersey shirt with a pocket; and topped off with a classic round neck tee with 'Elevate' print added. Highlights from the collection include the bold jersey number which continues to be a trend and Elevate does a perfect job of infusing it with their timeless and classic threads. The whole 'Maroon' Collection is available online.

Vans x Star Wars Footwear Collection

These shoes dropped a while back, but they're finally here, and it's better late than never. In case you haven't heard, Vans tied up with the Star Wars movie franchise for a series of shoes that mashes up iconic characters and motifs from the films with classic prints from the Vans archive. Drops from the collaboration that found their way here range from the Authentic, Era, Slip-On, and Sk8-Hi silhouettes. If you're looking to buy, then hurry you must, as footwear, apparel, and accessories from this special release are available in limited quantities in local Vans Concept Stores.

Teddy's Bigger Burgers Opening in the Philippines

Hawaii's famous burger joint, Teddy's Bigger Burgers is set to open their first store in Greenbelt 3, Makati City on August 23, 2014. The rumors are, the guys running the franchise in the Philippines will open up nine locations. No confirmations yet, but as long as there's one opening soon, we're glad we'll be able to try it already. The Teddy's Bigger Burgers is brought here by SumoBurger Global Inc., the team behind Sumo Sam, Akira and more. We are not sure if the food featured in the video above will be part of their local menu, but we're crossing our fingers, it looks really good.

Source: ABS-CBN

Purveyr Instagramer: Jelito de Leon

Instagram has become a powerful tool for one to freely express themselves through beautifully snapped photos and well thought of captions. It is a simple way to capture and share special moments, to see the world through the eyes of others, and to allow its users to experience other people's lives through photos as they happen. Because of this, we decided to do a monthly feature to showcase our favorite Filipino Instagramers.

The #PurveyrInstagramer for the month of August is Jelito de Leon.

"I’m Jelito de Leon. I am an AB Photography graduate from De La Salle College of Saint Benilde. I shoot still life and food."

With close to 54,000 followers, it’s no surprise that Jelito de Leon is one of the finalists in this year’s Globe Tatt Awards under the Instagram Phenom of the Year category. From BS HRIM to AB Photography, it is clear that Jelito’s passion is really to be behind the lens, though his photos still reflect his love for the Culinary Arts as his expertise is in food photography. His clean and minimalist approach to photography makes for a consistent-looking Instagram feed. From his daily dose of coffee to freshly cooked eggs for breakfast to a good magazine or whatever reading material, Jelito makes everyday scenes look incredibly stunning.

We asked Jelito about his love for Instagram, and here's what he has to say.

How long have you been using Instagram and what made you decide to give more effort in it?
I’ve been on Instagram for about 2 years now. I started when Instagram became available for Android. I started “giving effort” to my photos a year ago when I saw another Instagrammer’s feed (@annettepehrsson). I realised that simple everyday scenes can look very beautiful. I love the idea of sharing to other people how you see a usual scene (breakfast, coffee breaks, etc.)

How would you describe your approach (style) to photography?
I don’t know how to call it but I usually juggle between very light and bright photos and very dark and dramatic photos.

What are your usual subjects?
The most photographed object on my Instagram feed is probably a cup of coffee.

What makes for a good Instagram shot?
Composition and perfect light!

What’s the most unusual thing you’ve done for an Instagram photo?
There are a lot of “unusual” things I’ve done just to get that perfect shot for Instagram. Probably one of them is I asked my sister to lie down on the floor and look directly to where light was coming from.

Are your photos on Instagram solely taken from your phone, or do you use other devices, such as SLRs, digital cameras, etc? Do you think the equipment one uses is a big factor in producing stunning Instagram posts?
For Instagram, I prefer using my iPhone. Just because it’s so much easier to shoot with an iPhone and I get to share it instantly. I also love the challenge of shooting with an iPhone camera. I don’t think it matters what camera you use for Instagram though.

What inspires you? And how does it influence your passion for photography?
I think what inspires me is, there can be a thousand photos of the same sunset but all of them are different in a way. It’s just so inspiring to see how different everyone sees the world. I love how I get to see the other side of the world on my phone.

Who are your favorite Instagrammers?
Too many to mention but here are some:
@ioegreer
@geoffhowe
@naomipq
@puanindya
@rubenhughes

What do you dislike about Instagram?
You can’t edit captions!

What is Instagram for you?
Instagram for me is not only a place to share photos. It’s also a place to make friends from around the world. Share stories with people you wouldn’t think you’d be talking to. You’d find someone else’s Instagram profile and you’d instantly fall in love with their posts. You leave a comment and they reply, they follow you back and you guys are instantly friends. I love how Instagram connects so many people from around the world. Instagram is definitely much more than just an app.

Up Dharma Down - Turn It Well (Los Remix)

Turn It Well is one of the most recognizable tracks of Up Dharma Down, so it's a little difficult to produce a remix that will surpass its familiar sound.  However, if there's going to be someone who will be successful to give it a different taste, it is Up Dharma Down's guitarist, Carlos Tanada. He adds flare to the already electronic-infused track by incorporating disco influences through synths, drum beats and dance tunes. If you're looking for a more danceable track yet prides the song's melancholic lyrics, this Los remix is the one for you.

Source: Vandals On The Wall | Photo by Mayee Gonzales