GOST and HAMMER!

Announcing Big Changes for 2009!

We have all witnessed the evolution of Franco Shade and the Ghost and Knives logo over the past several years. Both the Franco Shade name and the logo have generated a lot of interest in this time. Franco Shade and the Ghost have both become a part of the fabric of streetwear culture in Orange County and beyond.

Now in 2009 Franco Shade and the iconic Ghost and Knives logo will split into two separate companies. Franco Shade will continue on with Joe Navran at the helm and the whole Franco Team intact: Tui, Thomas, Jerm and crew.

Arlo Eisenberg will direct a brand new spin-off company featuring the Ghost and Knives logo, appropriately named GOST (pronounced “ghost”).

Franco Shade will begin a new chapter with its new Hammer icon and will continue to provide the streetwear community with its signature brand of stylish, cutting edge clothing and its often offbeat sense of humor.

GOST will continue the legacy of the Ghost and Knives logo and will carry on the artwork and unique vision of creative director Arlo Eisenberg.

2009 promises to be an exciting year for fans of Franco Shade with a lot more to love! Follow the new direction of both brands at francoshade.com and gostbrand.com.

Happy New Year!

Joe and Arlo
FRSH x GOST

6 Responses to “GOST and HAMMER!”


  1. 1 FRSHBoy.

    dudee the spring lineup looks ill.!!

    i bet this brand is gonna blow up just like FrancoShadee.

    your mind just doesnt stopp. hahah

    “There Is Someone Mightier Than I Coming For Me, And I Cannot Waste Anymore Time.”

    just keep doing what you do.

  2. 2 frshlover

    im sad to see you leave francoshade.. but yet im also happy for you because i know your company will be a success.
    i cant want to see whhat adventures are in store for franky.

  3. 3 - ian -

    Spring line looks insane!!! Just hope I can get my hands on some in the UK!

    Keep up the great work!!

    - ian – freezing his ass off in London

  1. 1 Over 1000 Hits! Asian Pee! at GOST
  2. 2 GOST Desktops Version 1.0! at GOST
  3. 3 Passed Out! Busywork Tonight!! at GOST

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