As you saw on last week’s blog post, the EB team was very excited for the release of the Asics Gel Saga “Kill Bill”. We happen to like the story of revenge, we happen to like Asics, we happen to like the movie, and we happen to be awesome and all get a pair and have a little fun before watching the movie Thursday night. It’s nice to have themes like this that come from the heart and unite us, and look really good on our feet.

“Hard part’s over…now let’s get these other piggies wiggling.” – Black Mamba

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Some shoes that release, just happen to play right into our extra buttery hands. If you know us by now, you’ll know we’re pretty into movies, but Quentin Tarantino’s “Kill Bill” happens to be near and dear to our hearts. A cinematic masterpiece on every level I can think of, Kill Bill 1 & 2, nails every thing I love about cinema from it’s characters, story line, genre tributes, soundtrack, and even the film’s fashion and overall look.

A cameo appearance in the film, the Asics Onitsuka “Tai Chi” was the shoe of choice for Uma Thurman’s character The Bride, as she took on her villains and foes. The Asics Gel Saga in yellow/black with bits of blood speckle is a perfect tie back to the film’s heroine, and a must-have for any fans of Kill Bill.

In celebration of this release and the 10 Year Anniversary of Kill Bill, we will begin to tell the story by releasing the shoes in-store – Thursday, May 2nd at 7:00pm and showing the film at the shop at 8:30pm!!

The Asics Gel Saga “Kill Bill” will be available in our online store Friday, May 3rd at 11:00am.

For more info, click the pictures above, or feel free to contact us at: #516-632-5150 / info@extrabutterny.com

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Last Friday was our 2nd poetry reading event, a well timed celebration for April being National Poetry Month! This event continues to be one of the most special, as it continues to be an intimate and personal environment that lends well for a variety of expression. The team here has been talking about this event all weekend, and we’re really thankful for the support of everyone that attended, and of course everyone that read. Thank you all again, and we hope we can have the next one soon!

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For today’s premier of the newest brand to the shop – White Gold Tarantula, in addition to their line we have come together for a special collab release, commemorating our partnership and evil doings. Inspired by vintage Ralph Lauren polo crests – a symbol commonly associated with Polo’s staple “Polo Man” logo, the “EB x WGT Crest” shield is our own take on the famous symbol as it eludes to another sinister man on a horse – The Fourth Horseman. That should explain the evil callout on the back, while the crest still remains as tribute to the Polo fashion aesthetic of the early 90′s, and union between Extra Butter and White Gold Tarantula!

The Extra Butter x White Gold Tarantula “Crest Logo” t-shirts come in both black and pale yellow and are available in-store and online now!

For more info, click the pictures above, or feel free to contact us at: #516-632-5150 / info@extrabutterny.com

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Just past the midway point of April…and amongst dead leaves, rain showers, it also happens to be National Poetry Month!! What better time for us to bring back one of our most successful events – poetry night!

Dead Poets Society 2: “Prose & Con” – will be taking place Friday, April 26th @ 9pm at the shop! The vibe that evening last Fall was a blessing to the shop and all of those involved. An incredible display of self expression, spoken word, and unmatched spirit…this time around looks like it will be even better!

Please look out for our Facebook event and please e-mail info@extrabutterny.com if you are interested in either attending or doing a reading. Space is limited, so please RSVP via e-mail & facebook!

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This is probably one of the greatest retro’s I can possibly think of…that’s all that really needs to be said – the Reebok Shaq Attaq is back!!!

If you’re not old enough to remember Shaquille O’Neal coming into the NBA, it was like “oh cool, there’s a real live monster in the league now!”. I remember being a kid and thinking that Shaq was the biggest human being I had ever seen. Manute Bol doesn’t count, although he was a lot taller, Shaq was solid, agile, and was quickly taking the NBA by storm dunking balls through nets in a way that made you feel bad for both the players posterized and the entire basketball hoop structure as well.

P.S. – I remember watching this game on Sportschannel or whatever it was, live at the time….UNREAL!

Although, Shaq Diesel was a terror on the court, he also had a million dollar smile and even better personality. One of the most funny, charming, and charismatic personalities in the world, let alone on the basketball court. You’re likely familiar with Shaq’s decorated career and the many accolades he has accrued through his playing days, but keep in mind, Shaq was larger than life – starring in many movies (in addition to HBO’s ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’) and even releasing a string of successful rap albums. Shaq was as big a part of our culture as can be for a solid 2 decades, and continues to be in the limelight with his commentary on TNT, as well as being a spokesman for various companies. So glad our dreams have come true with the incredible return of the Shaq Attaq’s — be sure to stay tuned for what else is in the pipeline from one of Reebok’s best and biggest athletes ever!

The Reebok Shaq Attaq will be available in-store only tonight at MIDNIGHT (4/19)!!

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Our neighborhood and worldwide superhero, L’amour Supreme has been supporting us through the years, working with us on a variety of projects, and basically taking over the world. You know this by now.

Of his recent feats was a special duel show featuring L’amour Supreme and the infamous Buff Monster entitled, “Number of the Beast”, at Brooklyn’s Cotton Candy Machine! We were on hand like little groupies last Friday for opening night to check the work, buy some fun things, give high 5′s, and take pictures with L’amour and his mask.

The wall they did together, as you can see below, was the highlight of the show, but we also spent a significant time marveling over the “Metal Misfits” – Garbage Pail Kids inspired work they did. If you didn’t go and get a sticker pack, I will rub it in your face that I got several, but you can still head to the Cotton Candy Machine website to pick up other goodies they have for sale! If you’re in town, just check it out for yourself, the shop is stocked with all sorts of wonderful things, and we can’t say enough about our love for L’amour Supreme & Buff Monster’s incredible work!

“Number of the Beast” featuring L’amour Supreme & Buff Monster will be at the Cotton Candy Machine from 4/12 – 5/5.

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Guns Germs $teal is back! Since the start of the year, this has been on of our most highly anticipated collections to arrive at the shop, and when you view all the pieces below you’ll see why.

With inspiration ranging from the alleyways of Venice Beach, to post-war destruction – the girls at GG$ have created a one-of-a-kind collection with unique pieces, only the way Guns Germs $teal can. With the season’s influence and aesthetics in mind, we took a trip to Long Beach, a favorite and staple summer hangout in Long Island, but now also a site of the ruins left from the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.

Make sure you check the whole collection below, but here let me touch on some of the highlights – The “Atom Bomb” print on the crewneck and both “Varsity Button Ups” are a standout for it’s tailoring and unique print application. There’s also a “Souvenir Jacket”, a jacket Japanese craftsmen would tailor to mark American soldiers with, that has been re-appropriated into a silk and reversible track suit style jacket. The matching “Souvenir Track Pants” are also available for perhaps the best and boldest piece available. Lastly, the “Shelter” shirt and shorts set (available separately) in the “Benjamin” print is just tooo money, there’s no other way to say it!

Guns Germs Steal – Spring/Summer ’13 collection is now available in-store & online.

Love to our friends BND & Sasha for helping us out w/ the shoot!!

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Announcing new brands is always exciting…but to bring a new brand in from an old friend is especially dope.  If you are an OG customer, you may remember Villainy (VLNY), a brand we carried back in our beginning.  You may have also received one of the pins we had in a mason jar on our front counter a month ago hinting at this.  From the creators of Villainy we bring you: White Gold Tarantula!!

Chances are, you have seen one of us rockin’ some of their gear over the past year, but we now will have it in stock for y’all to pick up.  Inspired by a line from the Wu-Tang Clan’s resident chef, White Gold is based on presenting street-inspired themes with a classic aesthetic to bring you something different.  Modelling the gear in their lookbook is Juno-Nominated MC JD Era, who just got signed to Raekwon’s label ICE H20, making him that much more suitable for this shoot.

Stop by Saturday April 20th to join us for the welcoming of the brand, and to see why we’re so stoked on what they’re offering.  We’ll also be serving sliders from their good friends at Bacoburger, so make sure to RSVP to the event and be the first to flex the White Gold Tarantula!

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With the 12th Annual Jordan Brand Classic heading to Brooklyn’s new Barclays Center this Saturday, April 13th – Jordan Brand has a limited edition pair of Air Jordan 1′s set to release this Saturday!

Extremely limited in quantity, the Air Jordan 1 makes a triumphant return to black patent leather, featuring a metallic gold swoosh, wings logo, and Nike tongue tag. A fresh departure from the original, and highly sought after, black patent leather – this new special “Jordan Brand Classic” version comes with a white midsole and a translucent outsole that’s littered with speckles of gold. These are as pure and clean as they get.

Raffle tickets can be picked up anytime at the shop (in-store only) from 11am to 8pm on Friday, April 12th.
*1 raffle ticket per customer. Must Have ID. No Purchase Necessary*

Winners of the raffle will be notified Friday night and can purchase their pair when the Air Jordan 1 “Jordan Brand Classic” releases on Saturday, April 13th.

For more info, click the pictures above, or feel free to contact us at: #516-632-5150 / info@extrabutterny.com

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