Russell Westbrook’s Honor The Gift Releases Stylish New Capsule Collection
Nine-time NBA All-Star and Houston Rockets point guard Russell Westbrook just released his latest collection, “House of Gasoline,” from his Honor the Gift clothing line. “HOG” is Westbrook’s seventh collection for his apparel brand, and possibly his most ambitious. With “House of Gasoline” wares, you’re literally outfitted from head to toe. And since the styles are unisex, you may want to keep your purchases under lock and key lest they get borrowed by your siblings or SO.
Don’t blame them, they just have good taste.
As the name infers, the House of Gasoline drop was Inspired by Los Angele’s auto culture and its inner city. Think vintage gas jockey uniforms, racing suits and a touch of skater vibe. Colorful embroidered patches highlight half-zip hoodies, caps, slant pocketed pants and tops. Other items like the ski masks, socks, bandanas and t-shirts are screen printed with HTG’s logo. Prices range from $18 for socks and bandanas to $180 for hoodies.
It’s a natural move for celebrities and sports figures to create a fashion line, and Russell Westbrook is known both his basketball and fashion game. Vogue was so entranced with his style that they filmed him prepping for a Louis Vuitton fashion show. After working as a campaign creative director for True Religion Jeans, it was a natural move for the athlete to create a fashion line in 2017.
After dazzling the fashion elite at various fashion shows, you’d think that Westbrook’s own clothing line would be high fashion with a price point that reflected that view. Nope. Buying an item or two from Honor the Gift won’t destroy your budget. And more importantly, it’s practical clothing that you can live in. Born in Long Beach and growing up in Hawthorne, Westbrook uses the Southern California cities he grew up in and the memories of his youth as the overall inspiration for his apparel. The name, Honor the Gift, is a subtle reminder to everyone to honor your abilities and to strive to be the best in whatever task you undertake.
Westbrook is also involved in the Black Lives Matter movement, and he recently spoke at the Compton Peace Protest. In conjunction with the National Basketball Players Association, Westbrook and Honor the Gift helped created a line of anti-racist t-shirts that players could wear during the season’s re-start. On and off the court, Westbrook has been an inspiration to many fans.
The NBPA partners with @russwest44 and his clothing line @honorthegiftco, where he also serves as Creative Director, to create a player exclusive collection that allow players to shed light on social injustice & honor the victims & families of those who continue to inspire us. pic.twitter.com/MvEIi0Dl8E
— NBPA (@TheNBPA) July 20, 2020
Visit Honor the Gift to see the entire House of Gasoline capsule collection, or keep scrolling to see some of our favorite styles from the release.
Previous capsules from Honor the Gift sold out quickly at pop-ups and at various e-commerce sites. There’s a high demand for his comfy, quality t-shirts, so if you see something you like, don’t hesitate to snag it. Otherwise, you might find yourself wistfully looking at them on a reseller site.
1. Honor the Gift Honor Decal Hoodie
BEST OVERALL
Made from heavyweight French terry, and done in a vintage wash, this true to size half zip hoodie can become your go-to jacket. It has multiple gasoline-themed patches on both arms. The front has a winged horse floating over the brand’s name. It also comes in white and khaki.
2. Honor the Gift Honor Shop Rag
BEST MULTIPLE USE
Honor the Gift’s House of Gasoline bandanna utilizes the classic paisley and adds a chain motif to the print. The 22 inch scarf could be worn around the neck, as a mask, wrapped around the wrist, or on the head. The cotton bandanna also comes in navy and black.
3. Honor the Gift Honor Mechanic Uniform
BEST TO DRESS UP AND DOWN
Looking like it came right out of “American Graffiti,” this vintage-inspired shirt is a modern take on the classic gas jockey shirt. Made from heavy twill, this short sleeve top has a half-zip neckline and two front button pockets. It also comes in a two-tone pinstripe and solid khaki. Wear it with shorts or jeans.
4. Honor the Gift Honor Auto Service Sock
BEST FOR HAPPY FEET
Show ’em off wearing slides or hide them under jeans. The printed crew sock’s made of comfy cotton. It also comes in navy too.
5. Honor the Gift Femme Fatale Long Sleeve Shirt
BEST MURAL INSPIRED
A roaring T-bird races across the front of this soft cotton slightly oversized long sleeve tee. It has a crew neck and a solid back. It also comes in navy and black.
6. Honor the Gift Mechanic Uniform Pant
BEST JEANS ALTERNATIVE
They feel just as good as your favorite pair of jeans, but they’re waay more eye-catching. These slant pocket pants are done in cotton twill pinstripe. Scattered across the front and back are embroidered patches. They also come in navy and khaki. Wear them with combat boots, flip flops or sneakers.
7. Honor the Gift Hellhound Towing T-Shirt
BEST GRAPHIC T-SHIRT
Who doesn’t love a graphic tee shirt? And one with a front pocket? SOLD! The back of this soft, vintage wash cotton t-shirt has a badass pegasus. The front has a smaller graphic and yes, that enviable front pocket. You can also grab it in khaki or navy.