Last season adidas Originals reintroduced its premium Consortium series under the guise of the Tabula Rasa pack, a five-piece collection comprising sterling white kicks that aptly embodied the “blank slate” definition of the title. Now with the London Olympic Games on the horizon, the brand presents a new collection featuring the styles from the Tabula Rasa range. Each is designed by noted figures from previous Olympics cities that are inspired the individual’s personal Olympic memories. The shoes from the first drop are made up of the following: the Baltic Cup by Kate Moross of London, Pro Shell by Muro of Tokyo, Decade Hi by Aloe Blacc of Los Angeles, ZX 500 by Quote of Berlin, Matchplay by Jim Thompson. Look for the kicks to land at select retailers on May 19th.

The Spring/Summer 2012 collection for Los Angeles-based footwear brand The Generic Man comprises a range of refined designs and classic silhouettes. The individual models are made up of the versatile Florentine chukka in leather or suede makeups in a quartet of neutral colorways; the Wingman with perforated wingtip detailing and Morflex Vibram foam sole; the sporty rubber-soled Chuckman dressed with a canvas and leather upper; the sleek and dressy Naval oxford; and finally the Slipman loafer in suede or leather builds. The assortment is L.A.-designed, Portugal-made and in stock now at The Generic Man retailers. See the entire range in the gallery below.

Premier Vancouver-based retailer Roden Gray presents its Spring/Summer 2012 lookbook, featuring a roundup of choice looks assembled from the curated brands the shop carries. Outerwear takes center stage here, with standouts taking the form of the olive Nanamica Gore-Tex Field Jacket, Thom Browne Letterman Jacket and COMME des GARCONS Double Breasted Jacket. Additional labels making a strong showing include nonnative, Reigning Champ, Band of Outsiders and Saturdays. The goods are clean, modern and wearable, offering something for everyone — especially the guy who cares about fashion but isn’t preoccupied it. See more following the click.

The nautical influence has long been a mainstay in menswear, exemplified by wardrobe staples like peacoats and boat shoes. The 2012 edition of the Louis Vuitton Cup Collection showcases a direct line to the world of sailing, featuring stylish pieces that would blend into the backdrop of a regatta, as well as a city street. They span a wide range of apparel, highlighted by five styles of jackets crafted from technical performance fabrications, plus sweaters, tees and shorts. The accessories side includes sunglasses, watches, and caps, as well as a backpack and duffel in signature Louis Vuitton Damier print. Leather deck shoes and canvas chukka sneakers round out the collection. See more in the gallery below.

Spring 2012 sees Converse launch its fifth Missoni for Converse Chuck Taylor All Star collection. This latest pack comprises a trio of new styles, featuring one unisex pair and the remaining two designed for women. The former carries an upper adorned with Missoni’s famous multi-stitch space-dyed cotton in navy and white, with navy rubber toecap and white rubber foxing. The women’s silhouettes are adorned with a zig-zag raschel knit, one colorway made up of green and white hues with hints of silver and gold, the other finished in a blend of white, tan and peach, again with subtle silver and gold detailing. Both pairs are dressed with white stitched leather foxing and toe-wraps for a premium look. The collection is scheduled to land at Missoni boutiques, select Converse First String retailers and the Converse webstore on April 14th.

Inspired by the 875 and 877 work boots, the Red Wing Heritage 4515 oxford was designed for factory managers — i.e., the guys who need a versatile shoe that’s suitable for a carpeted office setting as well as the cement factory floor. Carrying a reduced weight courtesy of the lower profile, the round-toe oxford has an upper crafted from full-grain Oro-iginal leather with water and stain resistant properties, atop a Traction Tred sole with Goodyear welt. Nickel eyelets, reinforced toe cap and partially lined leather interior finish the look. Built in Red Wing’s tannery in Red Wing, Minnesota, the shoe is available exclusively at J.Crew.