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Welcome to Shoe Shine Issue #9 In this issue we celebrate the iconic Nike Air Max 90’s birthday, colour your world with the adidas Pharrell X Supercolor range and talk to our cover sweethearts, Liam and Laura. We have carefully handpicked all product featured however please note not every style will be available at all stores. Over the next few months we will be saying hello to some new locations. In New Zealand we will be opening stores at Sylvia Park, Riccarton, Centre Place, Queensgate and Onehunga. While in Australia we will be welcoming Wetherill Park, Wollongong, Geelong and Belconnen to the Platypus family. We also have a gift for all our readers. We are offering you a sneaky discount. See the bottom of this page for more details. We look forward to seeing you in store soon! The Platypus Team
Present this voucher to receive 10% off in store OR use promo code ‘SHINE10’ online at the final checkout stage. Terms and Conditions: Only valid on full priced Platypus product. Valid at any Platypus Store in Australia and New Zealand or Platypus online. Valid from 4th May 2015 to 7th June 2015.
Top to bottom: ADIDAS ZX FLUX BLACK/WHITE $100.00 (IN STORE NOW) NIKE ROSHE BLACK/WHITE $120.00 (MAY) SUPRA HAMMER RUN BLACK/WHITE $129.99 (IN STORE NOW)
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HIT THE PAVEMENT
Top to bottom: ADIDAS TUBULAR VINTAGE WHITE/OFF WHITE $150.00 (IN STORE NOW) ADIDAS TUBULAR BLACK/PETROL/WHITE $150.00 (IN STORE NOW) SUPRA HAMMER RUN WHITE/WHITE $129.99 (IN STORE NOW)
Raise the pace in these sport inspired silhouettes
CM600 TOKYO MUSTARD $150.00 (IN STORE NOW)
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NEW BALANCE CM600 Tokyo Pack
CM600 TOKYO NAVY $150.00 (IN STORE NOW)
CM600 TOKYO BLACK $150.00 (IN STORE NOW)
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GEL-LYTE III NAVY/WHITE $180.00 (APRIL)
ASICS Gel-Lyte III
GEL-LYTE III SOFT GREY/WHITE $180.00 (APRIL)
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GEL-LYTE III BLACK/WHITE $180.00 (APRIL)
TESSELLA (MARBLE) WHITE PRINT/WHITE $179.95 (APRIL)
TESSELLA (MARBLE) BLACK/WHITE $179.95 (APRIL)
Tesella
Washed Black
Top to bottom: OLD SKOOL WASHED BLACK/BLACK $99.95 (JUNE) AUTHENTIC WASHED BLACK/BLACK $89.95 (JUNE) CLASSIC SLIP-ON WASHED BLACK/BLACK $89.95 (JUNE)
CLASSIC SLIP-ON PEBBLE WHITE $119.95 (IN STORE NOW)
CSO Pebble Snake
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CLASSIC SLIP-ON PEBBLE RED $119.95 (IN STORE NOW)
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SK8-HI OVERWASHED BLACK/WHITE $129.95 (MAY)
OLD SKOOL OVERWASHED NAUTICAL BLUE/WHITE $109.95 (MAY)
AUTHENTIC OVERWASHED PEWTER $99.95 (MAY)
SK8-HI SLIM ZIP OVERWASHED ORCHID $129.95 (MAY)
Overwashed
Air Max 1 Print
AIR MAX 1 PRINT PINK $170.00 (JUNE)
AIR MAX 1 PRINT BLACK $170.00 (MAY)
AIR MAX LUNAR 1 WHITE/WHITE/BLACK $200.00 (JUNE)
AIR MAX LUNAR 1 BLACK/HOT LAVA $200.00 (MAY)
Air Max Lunar 1
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Tokyo Design Studio Top to bottom: 996 PERFORATED BEIGE $200.00 (IN STORE NOW) 996 PERFORATED KHAKI $200.00 (IN STORE NOW) 996 PERFORATED BROWN $200.00 (IN STORE NOW)
SHOP NEW BALANCE > 580 WOMEN'S CAPSULE GREY $150.00 (APRIL)
580 Women's Capsule
580 WOMEN'S CAPSULE BLUE $150.00 (APRIL)
SUPERSTAR PHARRELL SUPERCOLOR BOLD BLUE, BRIGHT ORANGE, GREEN, CLEAR SKY $130.00 (ALL AVAILABLE IN STORE NOW)
CHUCK TAYLOR HI SURPLUS $100.00 (APRIL)
Converse x Missoni
CHUCK TAYLOR HI MISSONI EGRET MULTI $120.00 (IN STORE NOW)
CHUCK TAYLOR OX MISSONI BLACK/WHITE $120.00 (IN STORE NOW)
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CONCRETE VANS REALM BACKPACK BLACK/WHITE $49.95 (IN STORE NOW)
JUNGLE VANS SK8-HI SLIM HAWAIIAN FLORAL BLACK $109.95 (APRIL)
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STANCE BONELESS SOCKS BLACK/WHITE $20.00 (IN STORE NOW)
LE COQ SPORTIF LCSR 1400 FLOWERS $139.95 (APRIL)
PUMA DISC BLAZE CAMO $200.00 (APRIL)
ADIDAS TREFOIL CAP $35.00 (APRIL)
VANS OLD SKOOL FLAMINGO $99.95 (APRIL)
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ADIDAS RITA ORA SUPERSTAR UP WHITE/BLACK $130.00 (MAY)
AIR MAX 90 ESSENTIAL BLUE $180.00 (APRIL)
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SOLE FOCUS
25 Years of Nike Air Max 90 In 1987, legendary Nike designer Tinker Hatfield created the Air Max 1; the first Nike model to expose the air cushioning unit in the heel. The air cushion technology was designed to provide comfort and support. This genius design by Hatfield became a unique aesthetic that let the technology shine and went on to become a design trademark. Three years later he produced the Air Max 90 (initially released as the Air Max III). The Air Max 90 became one of Nike’s most iconic silhouettes. In contrast to the Air Max 1, the Air Max 90’s aggressive design features contrasting midsole overlays which are strongly recognisable in the signature infrared colourway. The infrared colour palette became synonymous with this sneaker and the original model still remains a sought after collector’s item. This year is the 25th birthday for the Air Max 90 and what a twenty five years it has been. With countless collaborations and endless re-issues, the Air Max 90 continues to be as popular as it was when it was released and remains a staple in every sneakerheads’ wardrobe. Nike Air Max 90 Essential Blue available at Platypus Shoes in April.
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Mexico 66 Slip-On
MEXICO 66 SLIP ON GREY/GREY $130.00 (APRIL)
MEXICO 66 SLIP ON NAVY/OFF WHITE $130.00 (APRIL)
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ULTIMATE 81 BLACK/LIGHT GREY $150.00 (APRIL)
COLORADO 85 BLACK/GOLD/FUSION $150.00 (APRIL)
BLAZE OF GLORY TRINOMIC $180.00 (APRIL)
VAIDER NAVY $169.99 (IN STORE NOW)
VAIDER BLACK $169.99 (IN STORE NOW)
Vaider
Pascal
PASCAL 8 EYE BOOT BLACK/WHITE $189.00 (MAY)
PASCAL 8 EYE BOOT WHITE/BLACK $189.00 (MAY)
1461 3 EYE SHOE MONO WHITE $199.00 (MAY)
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6 Inch Boot
6IN DOUBLE COLLAR BOOT WHEAT $289.95 (IN STORE NOW)
6IN DOUBLE COLLAR BOOT BLACK $289.95 (IN STORE NOW)
6IN PREMIUM WHEAT BOOT CAMO $269.95 (MAY)
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PALLADIUM PAMPA CUFF LUX BURGUNDY $199.95 (MAY)
CLASSIC VINTAGE WHITE/WHITE MEN’S $129.95 (IN STORE NOW)
CLASSSIC VINTAGE WHITE/WHITE WOMEN’S $129.95 (IN STORE NOW)
Classic Vintage
OUR SNEAKERS. YOUR STORY: TWO OF A KIND
For this issue, our cover counterparts are creative Melbourne couple Liam Skoblar and Laura Galati. Having showcased her collections at Berlin Fashion Week and L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, Laura’s skill set is definitively sartorial while Liam exhibits his musical talents as the drummer for psych rock band, The Good Morrows. We had a quick chat to them about sneakers, air drumming and non-traditional Tokyo cocktails. LAURA ON LIAM How long have you known each other? We first met about 4 years ago. What sneakers does Liam live in? Vans. Where does he wear his sneakers? Everywhere, work, out…even in bed at festivals. We heard Liam’s in a band? Tell us more. Liam plays drums for a band called The Good Morrows. I would describe them as a psych rock band that incorporates catchy pop riffs. What’s Liam’s worst habit? Air drumming; he does it all the time without even noticing it. What is Liam currently working on? His band is about to leave for an east coast tour for their debut album which he’s pretty excited about. Liam’s band, The Good Morrows are currently touring nationally. www.facebook.com/thegoodmorrows thegoodmorrows.bandcamp.com/
LIAM ON LAURA How did you find each other? We met through one of her friends who I worked with at the time. What’s Laura’s worst habit? She sleeps too much. I guess that’s not really a bad habit but it tends to make her late for things. What sneakers does Laura live in? Laura is more of a Converse girl, usually all white or black lows. Laura excels when it comes to fashion design. Is her talent intimidating? I wouldn’t say intimidating but it’s very interesting to see her creativity come to life. What’s the stupidest thing you’ve done together? We were on holiday in Tokyo and we couldn’t read the bar menu and we ordered drinks that ended up being half beer, half tomato juice with lime. What is Laura currently working on? She keeps things pretty low key until they are finalised but I know she is currently working on a collaboration with another Melbourne designer. See Laura’s work at www.lauragalati.com
LIAM WEARS: Vans SK8-HI Black/White. LAURA WEARS: Converse Ox Black/White
Top to bottom: SPARKO BLACK/BLACK $149.95 (APRIL) SWICH BLACK/BLACK $159.95 (APRIL)
Toddlers, Tweens & Inbetweens
Clockwise from top: CONVERSE STREAMING COLOUR BERRY PINK KIDS $70.00 (APRIL) ASICS GEL-LYTE III BLACK/BLACK PS $100.00 (IN STORE NOW) ONITSUKA TIGER CALIFORNIA 78 PS $90.00 (IN STORE NOW) VANS CSO SLIP-ON POLKA DOT TODDLER $49.95 (MAY)
Clockwise from top: VANS AUTHENTIC FLAMINGO YOUTH $59.95 (APRIL) ASICS GEL-LYTE III KIDS WHITE/BLACK PS $100.00 (IN STORE NOW) ADIDAS SUPERSTAR BLACK/WHITE TODDLER $60.00 (IN STORE NOW) CONVERSE STREAMING COLOUR DOLPHIN/BLACK KIDS $70.00 (APRIL)
Toddler sizes available 4 – 10. Youth sizes available 11 - 3
Left to right: RIOS SIDESTEP $20.00 VIARTA SIDESTEP $20.00 ROACH SIDESTEP $20.00 MONSOON EVERYDAY $20.00
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Left to right: TANGLE EVERYDAY $20.00 INTERSECT TOMBOY $20.00 PRISON TOMBOY $20.00 I LIKE GIRLS EVERYDAY $20.00
(ALL AVAILABLE IN STORE NOW)
Accessories Clockwise from top right: VANS OLD SKOOL II BACKPACK CHECKER/FLORAL $49.95 (IN STORE NOW) CREP PROTECT SPRAY $24.95 (IN STORE NOW) VANS DROP V SNAPBACK BLACK/BLUE $29.95 (IN STORE NOW) VANS DEANA II BACKPACK LEOPARD/HERRINGBONE $49.95 (APRIL) MITCHELL AND NESS SNAP BACK BROOKLYN NETS $49.95 (APRIL)
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Platypus Bendigo Shop G083 Bendigo Marketplace 116-120 Mitchell St Bendigo 3550 03 5442 4233 Platypus Bundoora Outlet Tenancy T05 Uni Hill Factory Outlets 2 Janefield Dr Bundoora 3083 03 9467 6307 Platypus Chadstone Shop B107 Chadstone Shopping Centre 1341 Dandenong Rd Chadstone 3148 03 956 88477
Platypus Southland Shop 2034, Westfield Southland 1239 Nepean Hwy Cheltenham 3192 03 9583 2062 Platypus South Wharf Outlet Unit Number B 060, DFO South Wharf 20 Convention Centre Pl South Wharf 3006 03 9696 2034 Platypus Watergardens Shop 100, Watergardens Town Centre 399 Melton Hwy Taylors Lakes 3038 03 8361 5412 Platypus Swanston St 149-151 Swanston St Melbourne 3000 03 9639 3462
Platypus Chapel St 512 Chapel St South Yarra 3141 03 9827 6069
Platypus Werribee Shop T018, Werribee Plaza Cnr Derrimut & Heaths Rd Werribee 3030 03 8742 4196
Platypus Doncaster Shop G106 Westfield Doncaster 619 Doncaster Rd Doncaster 3108 03 9848 5499
NSW
Platypus Emporium Shop LG-038 Emporium Melbourne 269-321 Lonsdale St Melbourne 3000 03 9654 1376 Platypus Epping Shop No 267 Epping Plaza Shopping Centre Cnr High St & Cooper St Epping 3076 03 8401 4033 Platypus Fountain Gate Shop 1193/94 Westfield Fountain Gate 352 Princes Hwy Fountain Gate 3805 03 8790 2779 Platypus Frankston Unit G034 Bayside S.C 28 Beach St Frankston 3199 03 9783 6733 Platypus Highpoint Shop No L1 1132 Highpoint Shopping Centre 120-200 Rosamond Rd Maribyrnong 3032 03 9318 8940 Platypus Knox Shop 1080 Westfield Knox, 425 Burwood Hwy Wantirna South 3152 03 9887 5083 Platypus Melbourne Central Shop 30 Melbourne Central 300 Lonsdale St Melbourne 3000 03 9654 5900 Platypus Northland Unit K012 Northland Shopping Centre 2-50 Murray Rd East Preston 3072 03 9471 9662
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QLD
Platypus Garden City Shop 1325A, Westfield Garden City Cnr. Logan & Kessels Rd Upper Mt Gravatt 4122 07 3219 3003 Platypus Harbour Town Outlet Shop C0518, Harbour Town Regional Shopping Centre 147 Brisbane Rd Biggera Waters 4068 07 5537 2297 Platypus Indooroopilly Shop 3119 Indooroopilly Shopping Centre Moggill Rd Indooroopilly 4068 07 3378 2544 Platypus Pacific Fair Shop 103 Pacific Fair Shopping Centre Broadbeach 4218 07 5527 7530
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ACT
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WA
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