Are there ever days when you want to roll in to work on your skateboard but still have to look somewhat presentable? Well, the latest collaboration between purveyor of all things sneaker, Alife, and French sportswear mogul, Lacoste, is a polo shirt that is the perfect combination of preppy and punk. Featuring the largest alligator ever to grace a (legitimate) Lacoste shirt, and the number “158″ across the back, the address of the Lower East Side Alife store, this shirt is sure to fulfill your inner brand whore while still maintaining some street cred.

The shirts sell for $175 and are available at Alife Rivington Club or through their online store.

B.Son’s fall collection is the new grit; the forerunner in the evolution of street-wear. B.Son’s ideas have developed around high quality fabrics, (including a strong organics program), articulated necklines, and a proportionately fitted block. Bold yet wearable, these garments speak to a culture of active individuals who are not content with recycled designs. Get the collection today at Context. [

To celebrate the personal art form of mix tapes (or mixtapes) and the importance of them in the community of music lovers.  Japan’s APPLEBUM is releasing a special pack of t-shirt and technical jacket for its Fall/Winter 2008 portfolio, each imprinted with all-over graphics of mixed tapes titles.  Created by sublimation process, each is photo-realistic, with details down to the marker-made label and real-life titles.  The APPLEBUM Mixed Tapes Pack, along with its Fall/Winter collection is now available at all APPLEBUM dealers around the world as well as its official store online. [freshness]

X-Large, a staple in classic streetwear, is back with another exciting duel project with Wild Things. Wild Things is also a functional action sports and welf proclaimed ‘adventures gear’. In addition to a collab with the earlier mentioned Penfield company; X-Large is doing another heavy duty Fall/Winter piece. This parka piece has a heavy nylon shell and colorful plaid lining on the inside to liven up the piece. Maybe not a piece for the slopes but definetley one for those chilly late nights. Equipped with drawstring hood and velcro adjustable wrist straps this is a solid parka. Check X-Large and retailers for the pick up. [thehundreds]

Brand new Public School delivery just arrived at Standard. Check out the second part of the fall winter collection, some nice pieces with especially interesting detailing on the jacket…