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Generic Surplus Military Hi-Tops – Fresh Kicks

Kendrick Lo — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 15:36:56 +0000

Quickly becoming one of my favorite brands is Generic Man’s Generic Surplus, fashionably understated sneaks that are surprisingly affordable. Because I have no self control and Generic Surplus keeps popping up on Gilt, I, yet again, went for the gold. If I had been a little quicker I might have ended up with ten new pairs of sneaks, but instead I only managed to nab a pair of Mililtary Hi-Tops in white/light grey in my size. Check out the hip photo from Generic Surplus’ factory in Korea of the beautiful shoe.

This shoe is awesome. The shoe features a simple design of white canvas and very light grey suede. Comfortable and sleek (kinda retro too), Generic Surplus does it again. I need to grab these in grey at some point (and knowing my condition, that point is coming along very soon. In fact… it may have happened already.) Retails at $72.00

Generic Surplus | Gilt Groupe

The Generic Man’s Chuckman

Kendrick Lo — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:14:10 +0000

I have already expressed deep love for Generic Surplus, which is an offshoot of the Generic Man brand. As per usual, Gilt continues to bring some great deals that I just cannot seem to pass up. I just got a pair of these badass sneaks, the Chuckman, Generic Man’s take on the chukka boot.

I love Generic Man’s manifesto.

The “Newdult” is tiring of streetwear and the high price of luxury. In response, ‘the generic man’ has created thoughtfully priced luxury for this new modern adult.

Who is the generic man?

The generic man doesn’t need branding and logos to make him feel confident or stylish.
He understand the significance of quality construction and clean, simple, refined lines.

The generic man is confident enough in himself to accept simplicity.

These shoes are awesome. Italian wool on the sides and leather tip. Note that they do not feature any actual branding. Where Generic Surplus shoes display a ‘Generic Surplus’ logo, on Generic Man’s chukka boot, that space is left blank. The shoes speak for themselves. Badass.

Also, look inside the shoe for some nice detailing.

The suggested retail on these bad boys comes as a bit of a hefty price tag at $285. This is where deal-hunter’s mentality comes in. Gilt sure knows how to feed an addiction.

http://www.thegenericman.com/

Generic Surplus Opens Online Store

Kendrick Lo — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:30:57 +0000

Generic Surplus just opened their online store. As I have said before, I am madly in love with Generic Surplus’ shoes. Generic Surplus is a brand offshoot of Generic Man featuring very reasonably priced and fashionable kicks.

Shop Generic Surplus online!

More Kicks from Generic Surplus

Kendrick Lo — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 02:12:53 +0000

Because I just can’t help it when there’s a good deal on Gilt, here I am buying more discount Generic Surplus sneaks. You may remember Generic Surplus from my post on their badass Pointy Oxford Sneakers. With this recent sale from Gilt, I acquired two more pairs from the brand that was founded in an NYC loft in ‘97. Both of these kicks are hip as hell. I got two different grey pairs, the cotton lo top and the canvas lo top.

I love the cotton lo tops’ simplicity. With only three lace loops, the loop pattern really stands out and you have a really slick pair of sneakers. Very comfortable.

The canvas lo tops are not as stylish as the cotton ones, but they are very simple and remind me of Feiyue’s lo tops that are often bootlegged for cheap kung fu kicks.

Kudos, Generic Surplus. I am a fan, indeed!

(photos from Gilt)

Mmmm. Fresh sneaks. Generic Surplus.

Kendrick Lo — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:21:50 +0000

Just got a pair of these bad boys – Generic Surplus‘ Pointy Oxford sneaks in grey. Gilt deals on sneakers are killing me. Anyway, I love Generic Surplus’ take on turning dress shoes into some awesome sneakers.

Generic Surplus Official Site