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David Zinn visits Puffer Reds for YpsiTasty

David Zinn visits Puffer Reds for YpsiTasty

YpsiTasty is a chance for food lovers to enjoy the best food and beverages Ypsilanti restaurants have to offer, and the perfect event for the business community to explore the town!  YpsiTasty is a local food celebration to support the mission of the A2Y Chamber and the Ypsilanti Downtown, Cross Street and Depot Town restaurants. Puffer Reds is always happy to participate in events centered around the community.

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Ypsilanti Juneteenth Celebration 2024

Ypsilanti Juneteenth Celebration 2024

Ypsilanti recently came together again to celebrate Juneteenth at the Puffer Reds parking lot during Juneteenth weekend (June 21 - 23). Held against the backdrop of poignant history and a renewed sense of unity, this event marked a milestone in commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.

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Puffer Reds Visits Washtenaw HBCU Day!

Puffer Reds Visits Washtenaw HBCU Day!

Puffer Reds participated in WCC's Washtenaw HBCU Day on the Building Black Wealth Panel.

Puffer Reds provided valuable insights on entrepreneurship and the challenges encountered in everyday business, reflecting on the many years of experience in the retail business and our ability to stay ahead of trends.

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Will Johnson Visits Puffer Reds!

Will Johnson Visits Puffer Reds!

Will Johnson visits Puffer Reds during he 'Exploring The Ann Arbor Area with Will Johnson' tour to give us some insight on his unique sense of style.

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Puffer Reds group photo, pictured from left to right: Eric Williams, Tandra Williams, Sean Duval, Kirk Profit

Ypsilanti Community High School Pre-Holiday Event

Puffer Reds hosted the students from Ypsilanti Community High School Student Development Program on December 15th for a pre-holiday event! The event was coordinated by Kirk Profit, and by Sean Duval of Global Limousine International. In this article, we present some photos recapping moments from the event.

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Puffer Reds carries Les Deux apparel now

Les Deux Comes to Puffer Reds

We have some exciting news to share with you. Our newest brand offering, Les Deux, is now available for purchase both online and in-store. Get ready to elevate your style and make a statement with this incredible collection.

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Juneteenth 2023 Recap

Juneteenth 2023 Recap

Goal Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a significant celebration in the United States. It commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and the end of slavery in the country. The Juneteenth event held from June...

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Puffer Reds x Converse Juneteenth Celebration

Puffer Reds x Converse Juneteenth Celebration

We have partnered with Converse to bring you a "Recharging Station" during this year's Juneteenth Celebration.   Look for a tent with the Converse logo next to the main stage if you need to recharge yourself and your phone! What to...

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Air Jordan 1 Skyline Campaign: A Tribute to the Past, A Vision for the Future

Air Jordan 1 Skyline Campaign: A Tribute to the Past, A Vision for the Future

Our Air Jordan 1 Skyline campaign is a unique and exciting collaboration that pays homage to the iconic original Jordan poster while celebrating the next generation of aspiring youth. This campaign brought together the talents of Ashley Sorrell, Alycia Baumgardner, and the...

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Behind the Scenes of Air Max 1 '86

Behind the Scenes of Air Max 1 '86

Air Max 1 '86 Original “Big Bubble” - 3/26/2023   Let's be clear, sneaker culture and history begin here: the Air Max 1 "Big Bubble."  The holy grail of sneaker lore returns along with the true story of visible Nike...

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The Sneakerhead's Guide to Nike Air Max: A Journey Through Time

The Sneakerhead's Guide to Nike Air Max: A Journey Through Time

Today, Air Max is one of Nike's most iconic and celebrated product lines, with its own dedicated holiday every March known as Air Max Day. The series features an extensive array of models that include cutting-edge designs, collaborations, and cultural references, which has led to a global community of fervent collectors.

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pelle pelle leather jacket story puffer reds

Pelle Pelle - The Importance of Marc Buchanan's Vision

Originally launched in the 1970’s, Marc Buchanan’s brand Pelle Pelle, Italian for ‘leather leather’, had a direct, in your face approach to his brand. Taking his experience from Detroit leather house, Gandalf Leather after a worker’s strike in the late 70’s, Buchanan embarked on Producing coats for his city.

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