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Local Roots, Global Vision

A curated look at the homegrown brands where street culture and art take form.

We love it when great style starts at home. Southern California has always defined street culture, but local co-founders Mike Metcalf and Kellen James have transformed everyday fashion into an art form. We’ve curated an exclusive eight-item capsule from Arts & Rec and 9FIVE—blending premium, hand-selected apparel with luxury eyewear—designed to keep your look sharp, distinct, and deeply connected to our roots.

Note: The Chula Vista storefront is temporarily closed while anchoring down a brand-new local space—stay tuned.

Street Essentials:

1. 9FIVE x Raekwon Glacier Blue Limited Edition Box Set Sunglasses / $200 / 9five.com

2.Arts-Rec OE SD CA Trucker Hat / $30 / artsandrecstore.com

3.Arts-Rec Animal Print Tee "Tiger" - Black / $40 / artsandrecstore.com

4.Arts-Rec French Terry Jogger / $91/ artsandrecstore.com

5.The Arts-Rec x Nike Dunk Low SB 'For Recreational Use /  $135 / artsandrecstore.com

6. 9FIVE Angelo Gold Marble Sunglasses / $155 / 9five.com

7.Arts-Rec Bar Logo Deck / $42 / artsandrecstore.com

8.Arts-Rec OE Panther SD CA Trucker Hat / $30 / artsandrecstore.com

Additional Assortment: Available online and in-store. Experience both brands side by side at 2161 Logan Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113.