WHAT’S HOT FOR FALL 2009?

With the Fall 2009 fashion season either already here for some brands or close for other brands to release, I just have one question to pose…..what will YOU be wearing this Fall? The norm is the pair of jeans, hoodie or some type of sweater, and sneakers or boots or shoes, but what till be the big trend for this season. Will the vests come back for another successfull season or will another interesting accessory be the hit? With this being said I want to bring the question back……what will YOU be wearing this Fall?

By: Adrian Gonzalez

RICKY RUBIO STAYING IN SPAIN

The Minnesota Timberwolves will not enjoy the presence of 2009 draft pick Ricky Rubio this season. The team in Spain which had his rights (DKV Joventut) traded them to FC Barcelona who offered a higher buyout then the Timberwolves could, under NBA rules. Throughout the whole negotiation process, it seemed that Rubio would be coming to the NBA this season until the last couple of days in negotiations with each party involved. It seems like Rubio had a change of heart and did not want to play in the NBA for another two years, when he would be 20 years of age. It is an interesting situation, but an example of the business side within the “higher-ups” in a major organization.

By: Adrian Gonzalez

DRAKE’S ONSTAGE SPILL

I guest most of you Drake fans out there have heard by now, Canadian rapper Drake took a spill on stage Friday (July 31) during a stop on the America’s Most Wanted Tour at the Susquehanna Bank Center in Camden, New Jersey.

Drake was already suffering from a torn ACL from a previous injury. Drake went against doctor’s orders this past Friday and decided to perform on the tour. It seems like it wasn’t a wise decision on Drakes behalf. Check out the video below.

THE DREAM ENGAGED?

Mr.Terius Youngdell Nash also known as “The Dream” signed Christina Milian back in February to his Radio Killa Records, and less than six months later, the two musicians are coupled up and engaged … officially. Wow That was quick!

These photos (spotted on Rap-Up.com) show the future Mrs. Nash rocking that huge rock on her finger with a big smile on her face.

20TH ANNIVERSARY WATER ICE TRUCK

On Monday, June 15, 2009, VILLA along with sponsors Nike and 100.3 The Beat, began a summer grassroots initiative to refresh the City of Brotherly Love by means of a water ice truck. Yes….you read it right! VILLA has a water ice truck all summer long and will be visiting neighborhoods around its stores and hitting up other key events, selling water ice for ONLY $.20 cents. This initiative is to celebrate VILLA’s 20th Anniversary. During the week, the truck will be at The Chosen League at Cherashore Playground (10th & Onley) from 7pm to 9pm. This is a summer basketball league sponsored by Nike and VILLA. This will be an exciting summer for VILLA, so keep your eyes open for VILLA’s 20th Anniversary Water Ice Truck coming to a neighborhood near you!

VILLA X NIKE AIR YEEZY TAN - RELEASE

Our release of the third Air Yeezy was crazy!!!  If you were in line for three nights to buy these sneaks, you were treated to a surprise Midnight Launch.  At midnight, the brave, true sneaker lovers were ushered into VILLA’s 52nd Street location in complete darkness.  After following the glow in the dark footsteps up the stairs, the crew saw a wall of Air Yeezy’s glowing in the dark– organized by size.  One by one, each person selected their sneakers until there were none left.  It was a great time.  We hope that everyone had as much fun as the VILLA team.  Shout out to Kyle and Jeff for being the first two in line (again), waiting since 8am on Wednesday for the Yeezys.  Congrats to those that won the glow in the dark rug and posters.

ANNOUNCEMENT: Yeezy’s in Cleveland 6.20.09:

For all of you cats close to Cleveland or just looking for the Yeezy’s at retail price, VILLA is opening its vault and selling the Yeezy’s at the newest VILLA location.  VILLA’s first Cleveland store, located at Lee Harvard Plaza (4071 Lee Road), will be selling the Yeezy’s on June 20.  Click the following linkd for more details: http://www.ruvilla.com/main/promotions/yeezy-launch-in-cleveland.   

By: Adrian Gonzalez (#9 in line)