We’re proud to announce the hat we worked on with STAMPD’ LA is now available. We chose to collaborate on a piece for their DOPE accessories collection and present to you “the DOPE hat”.


The early days of West Coast hip-hop were a big influence when we were designing our special snap back pattern with its strong front profile, and I think this hat is the strongest personification of that aesthetic we’ve done so far. The simple black and white colorway, classic wool twill upper, kelly green underbrim, and tonal logo hits keep it simple yet instantly recognizable.

There’s even a hidden pocket in the crown.

Held to only 50 pieces, this snap back will be available exclusively through the Stampd’ and Ampal online stores only, making for a perfect Christmas present.

“In collaboration with Gotta Dance Dirty, we have fuzed ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics with a futuristic electronic vibe. The result: DirtyGlyphics- what hieroglyphics would have been called if Anubis followed GDD.”

“The dirtiest hat since Daft punk played at King tut’s Sweet 16…” – GDD

44 pieces available here and here.
Made in LA.

Coming Really Soon

Here is a look at a custom Capdora we did for our friend Max in France.

When we get a little free time we try and do customs hats, contact us if your interested in something custom.

My name is Vejay and if you haven’t noticed I have been blogging for Ampal for the last few weeks. I grew up in the greatest city in the world, St. Louis, and have only been in Los Angeles for the last few months. I grew up listening to hardcore records, skating bowls, and dreaming of sunnier weather. Now that I’m in LA I spend most of my time looking for new records and trying to find the city’s best Al Pastor. If you want to learn more about me or see what kind of strange adventures I get into check out my blog.

After two weeks in the motherland, India, and a few days in Tokyo I’m back in LA. Here are some highlights of my trip and a few recommendations of some pretty killer spots in India and Tokyo. First of if your ever are in New Delhi and you want real North Indian food head to Gulati. Don’t get the buffet, order of the menu and be prepared to experience the most incredible North India kebabs and curries.

Another India dish that I would recommend, that is incredible in Mumbai, is Tandoori Crab.

If your in Mumbai and feel like taking a 2-3 hour drive inland you should can check out Nashik, India’s Tuscany. My uncle has been producing high end boutique Indian wines for the past few years. You can learn more about Zampa Wines here.

Now on to Tokyo.

Standard Tokyo Ramen

There are obviously tons of great boutiques in Tokyo but Stadium is one of my favorites. Located in Shibuya it somewhere I stop by every time I’m Tokyo. It is the best place to get Stadium gear and other great Japanese brands.

“For tonight I have prepared something extremely ess-pecial for you. Tonight’s feast is fit for kings. Like a nice pate´on a french plate, these french jams eeessss sooo es-mooth and creamy that they’ll slide right down without chewing. Get comfy and tuck in your napkin, but remember to keep it funky.” – Dr. Schlongo, G.D.D.

• Aeroplane – Without lies (Breakbot Remix)
• Azari & III – Indigo
• Chateau Marmont – Heliochrome
• Findlay Brown – Promised Land (Villa Remix)
• Kele – Everything you Wanted (Fred Falke Remix)
• Pacific! – Narcissus (Alan Braxe)
• Tensnake – Keep Believin’

Our friend Brook cruised out to the desert last weekend with some friends and a photographer. These are some of the results.

Check out some more of her work here.

Ampal x Stampd “Dope” coming soon

Its starting to get cold again. A time of year when headwear becomes form & function.
You can pick a new one up at any of the retailers listed on the right or direct from us @ 15% off with the code fall15.