The Me Phi crew headed out to the east coast last week and got a chance to hit up a couple of the trade shows that were being held in NY.  Our favorite was definitely the Capsule Show - the BEST show period.  The show took place in the Angel Orensanz Foundation Center, a building originally built as a synagogue in 1849.  The building is incredible and the vibe of the show is cool and laid back.  Brands that participated were stand-outs such as Staple, Kid Robot, Penfield, 3Sixteen, No Mas, and Public School.   Very special thanks to our girl D and her crew, BPMW, for having us and for hosting an amazing show.  See ya'll in Vegas!

I'm a sucka for talented musicians who can do covers of hip-hop and R&B (see Miri Ben-Ari post from a couple weeks ago). While searching for something on Youtube I stumbled across a guy who just might be the best at this art form. His name is David Sides and he is crazy talented. I've posted two of my favorite vids below but if you wanna hear more just go to Youtube and search his name, he has around 50 videos all together.

For those of you that are deaf, dumb, or living under rocks, Keri Hilson was in town this past week as part of Lil Wayne and T-Pain's latest tour. While in the Valley of the Sun she copped herself an official Fresh Fiends Tote and declared herself a fiend to the fullest. 

 The perfect size for toting the books or keeping all your 'must-haves' close at hand, the 'Simple Plaid' bag has woven canvas straps, plenty of pockets and a few original HellZ details thrown in.  

When we first started stocking Nooka the demand was ferocious. We sold out of both the  ZUB ZENV WT 38 (white) and ZUB ZOT BK 38 (black) in rapid succession. To keep up with the demand from Valley Nooka fiends we re-upped on both styles.

This never gets old.

E*trade Baby is not always a "one take jake" as they say in the industry. Here are some out-takes involving our favorite blackberry toting infant and a few friends. 

You may recognize Jason, or "J-Mac" as he is also known, from the new Gatorade "What is G" commercials narrated by Lil Wayne. Jason was diagnosed as an high functioning austistic at a young age. He did not speak until age 5. However, as he got older, and entered highschool he was able to improve his social skills and make friends. When he expressed an interest in basketball the Greece Athena Highschool Basketball Coach appointed him the team manager.

In the last game of Jason's senior year, he finally got a chance to put all his hard work to the test. With four minutes and a sizeable lead, Coach Jim Johnson put #52, never-tested 17yr old
J-Mac into the game. The rest is history.



Since this footage aired, Jason has met Peyton Manning, and former President Bush. He's gone of the Oprah show, and Magic Johnson has expressed interest in developing a movie about his life. In 2006 he won the ESPY Award for Best Moment in Sports. When asked about what he thinks his story can teach people, and especially those dealing with autism he says this:

"The sky's the limit..give it all the effort you can."

Wanted to take a second and shout out an up and coming duo known as The Knux.  Crispy, one-half of the tandem, stopped by our shop a couple weeks ago and showed Me Phi some love.  Their music is fresh, original, and straight up dope.  And just like Me Phi they're from Louisiana so you know we're gonna rep them to the fullest!  You can cop their album, "Remind Me in 3 Days", at stores or on Itunes.

From their website:

For those of you who like to put things in boxes, it’s like this: The Knux are a self-produced group comprised of two brothers from New Orleans. They play all their own instrumentation and fight like The Kinks. Their debut album sounds like Outkast, Juvenile, Tha Pharcyde, and The Strokes concurrently blasting, out of a drop-top Jag on Sunset Blvd. on a Saturday night in the summer. Wrap your head around that.

This cat is a spittin image and has his penchant for misspelling words to make a point.

Nipsey - "Hussle in the House"

Get your tix at Me Phi for $15.......$20 at the door.

Kid Robot for the ladies.

New Kid Robot arrived today.  Below is the men's.......we'll post the women's tomorrow.

The Official MePhi Facebook Page is up and running. Show your love and become a fan. On the page you can leave shout outs, suggestions, and see more of the latest in-store promos. 

The homie Mark at 8103 just did a nice write-up for Me Phi on his blog.  8103 has expanded their collection and have added fitteds, denim, and even jewelry to their product lineup.  Big ups to Mark and 8103, they're doing big things........and we'll def see you in Vegas!

Scottsdale, AZ's finest in apparel, Me-Phi. Owner Javon Walker from the Oakland Raiders and his boy Derek Bourque have teamed up to house the most premier clothing and accessory brands from all over the world. Brands like 3Sixteen, 10Deep, STPL, Hellz Bellz, MOB, Amongst Friends, Freshjive, 8103, and more. This store is poppin off!! Today, I sent off samples from our SS09 Collection to the N.B.A. That's where the photo shoot is going down for Me-Phi Magazine which is launching this Feb at Magic. A few pieces from the 925 Collection went for the shoot as well. We are really looking forward building with the Me-Phi Family. See you guys in Vegas! Me-Phi is also running a promo for Super Bowl 43 in Tampa, FL. Any purchase made between now and this Sunday puts you in the running for 2 Super Bowl tickets. Don't sleep on this!! Peace

Follow the link to see the Me Phi article:

8103

Shout outs to the homie's Dao-Yi and Maxwell.  Public School was just named Brand of the Year by Complex Magazine and deservedly so.  Dao-Yi and Maxwell designs are insane and on top of that they're two cool ass dudes who showed Me Phi love out in NY.  Congrats fellas and we can't wait to see where Public School goes from here.  

Which brings us to Public School. Oh-eight was major for Dao-Yi Chow andMaxwell Osborne, the two Sean John veterans who founded Public School. Rather than churn out the usual trendy T-shirts and faux cut-and-sew pieces, PS released forward-thinking outerwear that did numbers in high-fashion retailers like Barney’s. If you’re not up on Public School, we suggest you get familiar, quick. Check out all the winners of our style awards in our feature HERE, then watch our brand new “Cut & Show” video with Public School below.

Contrary to popular belief not every girl is, well, a girly girl when it comes to fashion! Though on average it would seem like the fashion industry has a decent handle on what it takes to satisfy ladies clothing needs, sometimes certain voids are left unfulfilled. With street wear being one of the fastest growing sects in fashion, it was a matter of time before the evolution of ladies apparel took center stage. Making a personal mission out of killing the early design format that many street wear brands use for ladies apparel, Hellz Bellz founder/creative director, Lanie Alabaze, designs are to street wear what Rosey the Rivitor was to feminism. 

I copped the new Common album a couple weeks ago and it's getting steady play in my car and Ipod.  Common is one of those rare artists who makes a CD that you can listen to without any skipping.....nice beats, amazing storytelling, and lyrical gems throughout.  Peep my favorite track from the album.

Follow the link to check out the other two designs by Kanye.  

It's gonna be live......Dolla, Willy Northpole, and Ferrari SB will be at Martini Ranch doin their thing.  Pick up your tix @ Me Phi.

New Bobby Fresh just dropped and we got the Biggie Tee in two colorways.......also added the black Addicted to Fresh Tee since the white sold out so fast.  Btw, if you haven't seen Notorious yet check it out - it's def worth your time and the $10.

Watch Colbert's reaction to Inauguration footage.

<a href="http://www.colbertnation.com/" target="_blank">The Colbert Report: Stephen's Inauguration Breakdown</a>


LMAO at " Can I wear make-up?"

Cory Gunz and Mickey Factz dropped by The Deal set on BET and hit up the freestyle booth.



Check DJ Diamond Cutz rocking the MOB.

The Inauguration of President Obama took place this morning. He is now officially the 44th President of the United States of America. Here are some images from the ceremonies. 

I wonder if anyone truly realized what an impact this man and his words would still have on society all these years later. 

 Well it's official: the little team that could just beat the Eagles to secure their berth in Super Bowl 43 taking place Feb 1st in Tampa, Fl. 

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Couple of my fav jackets/hoodies from Penfield and 3Sixteen.  Me Phi's the only spot in Scottsdale wit it.

4 more days.......

Fellas, 30% off sale from now until 1/25.   Select hoodies, jackets, denim, and tee's from Rocksmith, 10 Deep, Kid Robot, Freshjive, 3Sixteen, and Staple.