In this ambitious work, Hans Silvester turns his photographic eye toward ancient Africa, the birthplace of humanity. Silvester was essentially adopted by his subjects during his travels, and his stunning color photographs present a rare, intimate view of their world.

The first volume of this deluxe two-volume set presents the everyday lives of the Omo people, their rituals, parades, children’s games, and even their battles. In the second volume, each photograph becomes a masterpiece of abstract art, revealing close-ups of the tribes’ traditional body paintings. Silvester’s accompanying text traces his journey to the Horn of Africa, revealing the fascinating beauty of a world now in danger of extinction. [link]

UNDFTD has announced the upcoming release of the LA Dodgers fitted caps in Lakers and Raiders color options. The cap, featuring a mesh upper is due out on January 3rd 2009.

Legendary shoemakers, Dr. Martens and Belgian fashion designer Raf Simons have collaborated on very special shoe. Available in three color options, the traditional three-eye lace-up shoe should be available in the spring of 2009. Now is the time to add that definitive touch to your foot wear collection!

After yesterday’s post on the latest from Nike’s skateboarding line, we’re happy to announce a whole range of awesome apparel to compliment those dope kicks. Hoodies, T-shirts and jackets all feature prominently in the collection and should make it onto the racks in the next couple of weeks. Get the jump on the crowds by checking out the SB web site for the complete range of items.

Japan’s premier leather goods maker Calee has unveiled a new range of biker-culture and workwear inspired leather wallets. Rumor is, these handcrafted items are not cheap but then again, is good quality leather ever cheap? Hit Gentai online store here and check out the merchandise for yourself.

DC Shoes and the Subaru Racing team have hooked up to create some great looking official team wear that includes beanies, sneakers, jackets and more. Hardcore race fans can get their hands on this collection through the DC Auto website.

Earlier this month, Mishka hosted sneaker boutique Extra Butter’s Movie Night. To commemorate the event, the NYC label enlisted Lamour Supreme to design this exclusive shirt, inspired by the film “Brainscan.” Limited quantities of the rare item are available now via Mishka’s online store.

From the entrepreneurial mind of Lupe Fiasco comes the latest items from his Trilly & Truly label, just in time for the new year. The drop consists of a puffy maroon jacket with a snowflake design on the shoulder and back, as well as both washed and raw denim featuring the brand’s logos. The full line is available for purchase from Choiceisyours.

For their second collaboration, In4mation and Casio have decide to salute none other than musical genius Prince, with this “Purple Rain”-themed G-Shock GLS-5600X. The limited edition timepiece will give your wrist a shock of purple and teal that will brighten your day every time you check the time. Available now from UBIQ, but act quickly — these are sure to go fast.

Start off the new year the right way and come to the apliiq party. If you’re in NY, be sure not to miss it!