Saturday, October 23, 2010

Six Reasons To Ride A Polard Bear to Work...

It's all about the "maximum warp..."



via The Oatmeal

Friday, October 22, 2010

35 Entertaining 404 Error Pages 138

 Some hilarious 404 Error Pages. Personal favorites:

http://mashable.com/2010/09/04/404-error-pages/#5-Blippy
http://mashable.com/2010/09/04/404-error-pages/#15-Digitalmash
http://mashable.com/2010/09/04/404-error-pages/#31-The-North-Face

“404 Not Found.” These three little words can make any Internet explorer an unhappy camper. After all, who hopes to click on a broken link or stumble upon a moved or deleted page while cruising around the web?
Luckily, some web designers have chosen to end the misery of encountering a 404 error page. Instead of letting their site readers bump heads with a nasty dead-end error message, they’ve managed to squeeze a little entertainment out of it.
Below you’ll find some of the most entertaining 404 error pages on the web. We’ve listed them alphabetically to avoid playing favorites, but they’re all worth a look. Share your favorite 404 error page designs in the comments below!' - Mashable

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Thursday, October 21, 2010

The State of Jay-Z's Empire

An interesting look into Jay-Z's wealth and success. Excited to read his new book...


"Rolling through New York City in the back seat of his black Maybach, Jay-Z touches a button to let more light through the translucent roof, then tugs back a window curtain to peek out at the rainy streets of his hometown. The rapper went from a Brooklyn housing project to a top corner office near Times Square, a path traced in "Empire State of Mind," his anthem to the city that has taken a place next to Sinatra's..." - WSJ - John Jurgensen

via WSJ

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Nike Air Foamposite One – Dark Neon Royal

Classics, I remember when these were in the outlets. So many shoes I should've kept from when I was younger...


"The Penny is coming!  After plenty of  rumors and speculations, its confirmed that Nike will release the Air Foamposite One in its original colorway of Dark Neon Royal.  The same ones made famous by Penny Hardaway while on the Orlando Magic.  Though its otherworldly appearance caused a stir originally, and to some degree, still does today.  The Penny was still a solid basketball shoe, nonetheless.  And with already so many Foamposite out this year and set for next year, it would be nice to have the original among the midst. Set to release in early 2011, however, the folks at MarqueeSole got their hands on a few pairs early.
Style: 314996-500
Color: Dark Neon Royal/White-Black" - Freshness

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Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Reebok Pump Fury Superlite

May be time to increase the Pump Fury collection. Sigh, shouldn't have sold the originals from back in high school...


"It looks like the Reebok Pump Fury Superlite is heading the same direction as its predecessor, Insta Pump Fury. With enough interest online, the new and improved sneaker is becoming an instant classic. Here we view the full line up of colorways available in Black/Orange, Blue/White/Red, Silver and the OG colorway, Yellow/Black/Red. The upper features the same Insta Pump system and the light weight realized by numerous ventilation holes on the uppers. All new zig-zag sole design is equipped with stabilizer located in the mid section of the footbed. It is a great cross over between fashion and function as it can be worn at the athletics track or on the dance floor. via: mita sneakers" - Freshness


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Monday, October 18, 2010

Pump Fury taking inspiration from the classics. Reminds me of the Blacktop Pumps I had in grade school...


"The Pump is probably one of the most well-known modern sports technology systems created by Reebok, and its air chamber system allows for perfect fitting. Its athletic appeal is obvious, but The Pump also spilled over into lifestyle segments, and the Insta Pump Fury was a key model that popularized The Pump off the athletic arena.

This is the fourth Respect Pack and this particular Insta Pump Fury takes inspiration from Dee Brown’s Pump Omni Lite model at the 1991 NBA All Star Slam Dunk Contest. Fans would be able to spot the similarities as The Pump is brightly colored in orange color with all black uppers made from leather and synthetic materials. Black and white tones reference the Pump Omni Lite and white pull tabs on the tongue and heel accents the monotone uppers. via: mita sneakers" - Freshness

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Sunday, October 17, 2010

Stussy x Penfield – Outerwear Collection

Great collab between Stussy and Penfield this year...


"Stussy gets a little chummy with heritage outerwear company, Penfield, to turn up the heat this season. The collaborative collection combines team Penfield’s expertise in down insulation and Stussy’s knack for making everything it touches turn into cool. Street cool at that. While Penfield is already an urban staple for those who appreciate quality and timeless style, Stussy updates the timelessness to a speedy timeliness with brightly colored options in bolts of purple and pink, or go a little trendy for hunting in orange and brown. The collaboration comprises of the N3B and the parka-inspired, fur-lined Walkabout. The collection will be hitting stores on October 30. via: Colorfarm" - Freshness

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Saturday, October 16, 2010

Hella Wheels, Japan...

Oh my...mountains of wheels...


"So we were hit up by our friend Takahiro about a spot he wanted to take us to. A spot he knew I would be into. See this spot is pretty special as there are only a few spots like this in Japan. 99% of the time Family & Friends are not allowed in. Wheel manufacturers always try to come in to see older designs but are rejected at the door.

Lucky for us we were allowed in and I was able to take some photos of this place we called heaven. To some people these are just garbage wheels but if you look closely, you’ll see all types of wheels from the early 80′s to wheels just released last month. Enough with the talking, here’s some photos. Can you name some of the wheels?

Oh and don’t try to go here, you’ll be wasting your time as they don’t let outsiders in. Take a look at the receiving mountain of wheels. This is the sorting area..." - Fatlace - Mark Arcenal

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Friday, October 15, 2010

Reebok Insta Pump Fury – Berry/Pewter/Black | Masic Purple/Med Grey/Black

Ah, among all of Reebok's releases, the Pump Fury is my absolute favorite...


"While most brands are toning it down for fall with more neutral and earth tone colorways, Reebok is turning things up with two new bright Insta Pump Fury releases. Each of the shoes feature a glossy patent on the black and silver uppers which are offset with your choice of bright ‘berry’ or ‘purple’ accents. The Reebok Insta Pump Furys will release in limited quantities in November at select retailers.  However, atmos-Tokyo has both designs available for pre-order now on its own seller page in Rakuten auction network." - Freshness

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Thursday, October 14, 2010

The New York Times: “The Simpsons” Explains Its Button-Pushing Banksy Opening

NYT provides some insight into the latest/controversial Banksy opening scene in this weeks Simpsons episode...


"Following-up on yesterday’s extremely viral and controversial Banksy opening sequence for The Simpsons, The New York Times speaks with The Simpsons’ executive producer, Al Jean. Some interesting issues are brought including how The Simpsons tracked down Banksy, the authenticity of the animation and the potential repercussions involving The Simpsons’ network, Fox. A list of questions and answers can be seen below.

How did you find Banksy to do this, and now that it’s done, how much trouble are you in?
Well, I haven’t been fired yet, so that’s a good sign. I saw the film Banksy directed, “Exit Through the Gift Shop,” and I thought, oh, we should see if he would do a main title for the show, a couch gag. So I asked Bonnie Pietila, our casting director, if she could locate him, because she had previously located people like Thomas Pynchon. And she did it through the producers of that film. We didn’t have any agenda. We said, “We’d like to see if you would do a couch gag.” So he sent back boards for pretty much what you saw.

Were you concerned that what he sent you could get the show into hot water?
I’d be lying if I said I didn’t think about it for a little bit. Certainly, Fox has been very gracious about us biting the hand that feeds us, but I showed it to Matt Groening, and he said, no, we should go for it and try to do it pretty much as close as we can to his original intention. So we did. Like we always do, every show is submitted to broadcast standards, and they had a couple of [changes] which I agreed with, for taste. But 95 percent of it is just the way he wanted.

Can you say what got cut out?
I’ll just say, it was even a little sadder. But I would have to say almost all of it stayed in. We were thrilled. It was funny, I watched “Mad Men” last night and I wondered if this was my Don Draper letter to The New York Times. I knew just how he felt. But it was great to have a secret.

One of the things Banksy is known for is disguising his identity. How can you be sure that you were dealing with the real him?
The original boards that we got from him were in his style and were certainly by an extremely proficient artist. We were dealing with the person that represented him making the movie. I haven’t met him, I don’t even know what he looks like, except what the Internet suggests. And he’s taken credit for it now so I’m pretty sure it’s him. We went through the people that made the movie so I assume they would know how to get to the real him.

Even compared to how “The Simpsons” has mocked Fox in the past, this seemed to push things to a different level. Are you sure there’s no one higher up than you on the corporate ladder who’s displeased with this?
I think that we should always be able to say the holes in our DVDs are poked by unhappy unicorns.

Has Banksy’s criticism made you reconsider any of the ways you do things at “The Simpsons” in terms of producing the show or its merchandise?
I have to say, it’s very fanciful, far-fetched. None of the things he depicts are true. That statement should be self-evident, but I will emphatically state it.

A lot of the show’s animation is produced in South Korea, but not under those conditions.
No, absolutely not.

And even that closing shot of the 20th Century Fox logo surrounded in barbed wire?
Approved by them. Obviously, the animation to do this was pricey. I couldn’t have just snuck it by Fox. I’ll just say it’s a place where edgy comedy can really thrive, as long as it’s funny, which I think this was. None of it’s personal. This is what made “The Simpsons” what it is."
- Hypebeast - Eugene Kan

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Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Cool Hunting: Dieter Rams’ Principles of Good Design

Some points to consider...


Dieter Rams' Principles of Good Design from Cool Hunting on Vimeo.


"In conjunction with shelving unit purveyors, Vitsoe, Cool Hunting discuss the interpretations of Dieter Rams’ 10 Principles of Good Design. As a former collaborator with Vitsoe, Dieter Rams’ 10 rules have become an important part of the fundamentals of industrial design. Vitsoe’s current Managing Director Mark Adams highlights the rules through some of Vitsoe’s own furniture and shelving designs." - Hypebeast - Eugene Kan

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Tuesday, October 12, 2010

United Arrows & Sons x B JIRUSHI YOSHIDA Porter “Tanker” Briefcase

The results of combining a classic accessory with Porter's standard material choice...


"As part of the more refined inclinations of United Arrows & Sons, the division of BEAMS comes together with well-known Japanese luggage label Porter and B Jirushi Yoshida to create a briefcase inspired by the brand’s iconic “Tanker” theme. Two versions of the Tanker colorway are reproduced in black/orange and olive orange. The satin finished briefcase includes exterior pockets, combination locks and an orange liner. Available at B JIRUSHI YOSHIDA and UNITED ARROWS & SONS in the middle of November with a retail price of ¥50,400 JPY (approximately $615 USD).
Photography: Simon van Wijk for Hypebeast" - Hypebeast - Eugene Kan

via Hypebeast

Monday, October 11, 2010

Fragile Necklace by Studio Kahn

Interesting concept and design. Clever name. I wonder how clean each break is...



"Fragile necklace by Israeli Studio Kahn is purchased in one piece. Break each link until the necklace becomes wearable." - notcot.org

via notcot.org

Sunday, October 10, 2010

The Quick Brown Fox Jumps over the Lazy Dog: Typeface Memory Game

Cause we know "turning it into a game" always makes learning fun! Familiarize yourself with some of that typography out there...



 via BIS Publishers

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Saturday, October 9, 2010

Onitsuka - Tsuri Collection: Autumn/Winter 2010 by The Savants Collective

The music and imagery tie so well into this video/ad for Onitsuka's Tsuri Collection...


Tsuri Collection: Autumn/Winter 2010 by The Savants Collective from Onitsuka Tiger on Vimeo.


"Onitsuka Tiger + Savants Collective short film mixing 2d and 3d animation with practical photography and a handmade miniature set." - notcot.org

via Onitsuka Tiger

Friday, October 8, 2010

The Seven Hotel in Paris

Definitely feelin' the 007 theme. The woodgrain, muted colors, black leather...


"You can imagine yourself agent 007 or Alice in wonderland. Or even Marie Antoinette. You can everything in Seven Hotel located in Paris, France. This really luxury hotel contains 28 suits that are decorated in seven different ways – James Bond, Marie Antoinette, Alice etc. These suits were created by four talanted designers: Vincent Bastie, Virginie Cauet, Sylvia Corrette and Paul-Bertrand Mathieu. So if you want to make your travel to Paris was unforgetable – book a room in this amazing hotel." - beautiful life


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Thursday, October 7, 2010

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Kinetics x Columbia – 7th Anniversary Orlin Jacket

Columbia with a fresh collab with Kinetics...


"The seventh anniversary celebration continues still at Tokyo’s finest select store Kinetics and another collaboration jacket project has surfaced. The Orlin jacket is based on the popular Kipling Jacket by Columbia and it comes in toned down black version or louder multi colored version. On the functionality, the jacket’s outer material is constructed of water proofed, breathable fabric which is DWR coated for extra longevity after numerous washings. Key feature of this jacket is the boa like inner lining that is made out of polyester microfiber, providing the wearer with comfort and warmth. Each zipper pulls are accented by different colored pull string that mirrors colors used in various parts of the jacket. These jackets are currently available at Kinetics stores and online shop." - Freshness

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Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Gorillaz Rhinestone Eyes Storyboard Film

Jamie Hewitt's artwork is amazing. Awesome new video from the Gorillaz...



"Offered above is a visual montage that serves as a storyboard to the forthcoming Gorillaz video for “Rhinestone Eyes.” As we’ll soon find out, you can almost always expect a vivid and meaningful music video from the Gorillaz. Currently, the band is on their North American tour with N.E.R.D as announced earlier last month as a surprise add on. The band is also expected to play in parts of Europe after the final legs of their North American tour. You can view those dates here. - Hypetrak"

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Monday, October 4, 2010

Shwood Ashland Aviator Sunglasses

Been keepin' an eye on Shwood's line for awhile now. Excited to see an Aviator...


"Shwood’s new aviator-inspired “Ashland” frame is offered solely in East Indian Rosewood coupled with mirrored and polarized lenses. In addition to the Ashland, Shwood has introduced a protective wooden hard case crafted from a mix of Walnut and European Maple. Both products are now available from select retailers and directly from shop.shwoodshop.com." - High Snobiety

via High Snobiety

Sunday, October 3, 2010

The North Face Back-To-Berkeley Boot

A traditional boot style with some of TNF's latest materials...


"Like it or not, winter is coming, and in many places that means cold days, bad weather, and heavy coats. It also means it's time to don some appropriate footwear, like The North Face Back-To-Berkeley Boot ($100-$110). A mix of classic styling and new-age materials, the Back-To-Berkeley features a ballistic mesh upper, a waterproof suede mudguard PrimaLoft Eco insulation, HydroSeal waterproofing, and a TNF Winter Grip outsole for excellent traction no matter what's covering the ground." - Uncrate


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Saturday, October 2, 2010

New Balance Presents: The SNKRlendar Photo Competition

Should be fun, might need to try to snap a few shots off and see what happens...

new balance presents the snkrlendar 2011 New Balance Presents: The SNKRlendar Photo Competition

"New Balance Germany offers an interactive project for 2011 with “The SNKRLendar Photo Competition”. The goal is to have New Balance fans photograph some of their favorite sneakers and have them submitted for the SNKRLendar. The images will be selected by a panel of esteemed personalities and people including Azita, Artschoolvets!, Highsnobiety, La MJC, New Balance, Sneakers Magazine, Sneakerized, SneakU, SNKRboook, Solebox, The Good Will Out and ourselves, Hypebeast. Each entity will choose the winner for one particular month. The competition will run for 5 weeks between October 1st, 2010 and end on November 7th, 2010. You can submit your photos to SNKRlendar.com." - Hypebeast - Eugene Kan

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Friday, October 1, 2010

Tight space: big solutions

Hmm...could be useful in the studio perhaps?



"Living in snug quarters has its challenges, I can speak to that with authority – I reside in a 500 square-feet apartment. But to do it comfortably there are certain things we can't do without. The trick is to organize, organize and organize. There must be a place to conceal everything and you must own pieces of furniture and accessories that have dual functionality. For those compact dwellers my advice to you is to edit down your belongings and keep only what's most essential. But I know the hardest test of all is trying to fit all that you need (and want) without compromising style or comfort. These outstanding finds will help you conquer this battle. BTW, remember to use furniture proportional to your space, don't cram it in just because..." - TheDesignerPad

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Thursday, September 30, 2010

Amos James Jarvis “Caleb” Figure

"not a toy." i've been saying that for awhile...


"Illustrator James Jarvis’ Caleb character from the daily ‘Wisdom of Caleb‘ strip makes his way to the vinyl realm with this upcoming figure from Jarvis’ own Amos Toys. Rumor has it that seven variations of this 6-inch high toy will be available come November." - High Snobiety


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Wednesday, September 29, 2010

New Balance “All in a Days Work”: DJ Mars

DJ Mars, fellow NB enthusiast...



"Following a day in the life of New Balance collector DJ Mars, this short clip entitled “All in a Days Work” allows Mars to talk us through his work, life and day-to-day philosophy. Also featuring De La Soul, Kenny Burns, Mick Boogie and more, keep an eye out for a small array of New Balance running models throughout the video, as worn and collected by DJ Mars himself. Enjoy!" - Hypebeast - Alex Milner

via Hypebeast

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

KAWS “Passing Through” Companion at Harbour City HK

KAWS most recent exhibition in HK...


"Kaws’ giant 5-meter high Companion has finally landed at Harbour City Hong Kong. In addition to the figure, Kaws created a mural that lines a nearby staircase. To commemorate the occassion, three Harbour City exclusive Kaws items – a t-shirt, coffee mug and stickers – will be available starting October 3, 2010 at the Harbour City Museum of Art.
Have a closer look at the figure and mural, alongside a preview of the 3 limited items, after the click." - High Snobiety

via High Snobiety

Monday, September 27, 2010

Mos Def Signs with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music

I've been curious to see what Mos Def's next steps were...


"Kanye’s G.O.O.D. music roster gets deeper with the new additions of Pusha T, Charlie Wilson and CyHi Da Prynce. But in this month’s latest issue of XXL Mag, the “Monsters Inc.” article reveals his long-time compadre Mos Def has also joined aboard the G.O.O.D. Music imprint. It reads the following:
“Just as Kanye returned to his roots to scoop up Common, he recently recruited his buddy Brooklyn rapper/singer/actor Mos Def into the GOOD Music fold. Long regarded as a formidable talent by underground devotees and mainstream fans alike, Mos appeared on “Two Words” (from Kanye’s 2005 The College Dropout) and “Drunk and Hot Girls” (from KW’s 2007 Graduation). Since his 1999 solo debut, Black on Both Sides, Mos has increasingly been pushed — whether by generational choices or self-exile — to the fringes of indie, alternative hip hop. Maybe it will take Kanye to reign him in.”
We’ll keep you updated as more information becomes available, stay tuned!" - Hypetrak

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Sunday, September 26, 2010

8BITS...

An amazing short film revolving around the battle of old vs new. For all you gamers, remember where it all started...


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Saturday, September 25, 2010

Vans Era Wingtip CA

Vans with a clean execution referencing a classic...


"It is not the first time that the wingtip pattern has been used on Vans sneakers. However, the latest Era Wingtip CA is available in a wide range of colors that would appeal to many. These are a part of the Fall/Winter 2010 California Collection and uses suede material on the uppers accented with white eyelets and leather shoe laces. The low cut sneaker still possess the classic Vans Off The Wall patch on the heel as well as Vans woven tag on the outer side of each shoe. White vulcanized midsoles are detailed with a single red stripe matching the woven tag. via: FLAUGE" - Freshness

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Friday, September 24, 2010

Headcase “Etch A Sketch” iPad Case

Definitely one of the coolest iPad cases I've seen since it's release...


"A fun new iPad case is coming from Headcase. The iconic Etch A Sketch design was the basis of the new case, keeping pretty much all elements on the exterior the same, while making sure that the iPad is also properly protected. You can get it now here.
More looks at the case follow after the jump." - High Snobiety


via High Snobiety

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Not Pop...

Simple, bright, slim and full of "pop"...


"Designed by Schwartz & Sons | Country: United States

'This packaging and logo program was created at Partners and Spade for a juice called Not Pop.'" - Lovely Package


via Lovely Package

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Dunhill Biometric Wallet...

Carbon fiber, biometric finger swipe security, Dunhill quality...what more can you ask for?


"Dunhill have created a unique biometric wallet as a one off collection to ensure the highest level of security for one’s wallet. The wallet is made of lightweight carbon fiber which can only be opened via a biometric swipe of the owner’s finger. The wallet uses high tech materials to provide a nearly indestructible architecture in a weightless form. The wallet can be connected to a mobile phone via Bluetooth to alert the owner if the wallet becomes too distant. The Dunhill Biometric Wallet is available exclusively from Dunhill." - Sybarites

via Sybarites

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Starbucks Mooncake...

Mmm, mooncakes...


"The Mid-Autumn Festival, or also referred to as the Moon Festival is the popular East Asian celebration marking the end of the summer harvest. Such as Thanksgiving celebrated in Western Culture, the Moon Festival is an occasion to give thanks for the bounty of the land. Available this year for the Mid-Autumn Festival, Starbucks is offering their limited edition mooncake sets. There are two sets to choose from: a two-piece flap-lid box set or a four-piece premium set with exclusive Starbucks Chinese tea cups." - Everything Hapa



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Monday, September 20, 2010

Grand Taxonomy of Rap Names...

Break it down...

"Charts, charts, charts, oh how the human brain loves charts. Here’s a couple of charts you’re going to love beyond all other charts today, I bet ya. There’s one for beers and one for rappers. Both are created by esteemed poster creation duo Pop Chart Lab – a collaboration between a book editor and a graphic designer. They’ve got two posters at the moment this post is written, and both of them are for super sale. They’ve got an amazing “how to care for” page (included in the gallery below) and a really really sharp looking site!

Both of these charts are not just fun, they’re totally informative. As any dude or lady grows into adulthood and becomes interested in beer (having finally decided it doesn’t just taste like old feet once you get used to it,) they inevitably become interested in the many different kinds. Sure, most people lose interest about 5 minutes after they realize there’s more kinds of beer than their favorite, Summit Extra Pale Ale, but some OTHER folks keep their brain in tune. This chart’s for them.

Then there’s the wildness of rapper names – unquestionably interesting. The excellence of these charts is trumped only by their names: “Grand Taxonomy of Rap Names” and “The Very Many Varieties of Beer.” Head on over to http://popchartlab.com/ to pick both of these posters up. They’ve got a “coming soon” sign on their T Shirts tab, maybe they’ll have some after you’re done taking a closer look at the posters below.

This post is part of the World Famous Design Junkies posters category." - WFDJ

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Sunday, September 19, 2010

Vespa Daniela...

Simply beautiful...

 
"The Vespa is an Italian design icon, and in the hands of Portuguese carpenter Carlos Alberto, it received a one-of-a-kind makeover.

The original Vespa was designed by Piaggio employee Corradino D’Ascanio, an aeronautical engineer with a knack for designing helicopters. In an attempt to translate his know-how to the road, D’Ascanio was commissioned by Ferdinando Innocenti to design a simple and sturdy vehicle. After quarreling with Innocenti about materials, D’Ascanio took his design to Enrico Piaggio and produced the first Vespa scooter in 1946....

...Basing his creation on the silhouette of Vespa model VN1 1951, Alberto glued the first pieces of the wasp with the help of his wife Grace and his daughter Daniela, the bike’s namesake. “Due to the structure of a wasp with open framework, it got me some difficulties, but I was arranging solutions, time and money,” Alberto says. “We were ready in 2004, and had almost everything ready to go, but in September of that year, I had a serious accident where I stopped for 11 months. [I] returned to start the project in mid 2007.” And in 2008, The Vespa Daniela was officially completed and ready to ride.

Maximum speed: 75km / h
Engine: 123.67 cc
Woods used: rosewood, ebony, beech, satin-wood, Brazilian cherry, tacula, panga-panga, sucupira, and sycamore" - We Are Design Bureau

via We Are Design Bureau

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Rain Level Boots By Regina Regis

Making those soon to be rainy days much more interesting...


"As a child, it hampered your outdoor playtime. As an adult, it compounded your commute time to work. Now, there might be a reason to look forward to the next rain storm – the rain level boots by Italian designer Regina Regis. Simple and witty, each of the boots features a clear marking of water level in centimeters. And when the water level reaches the 35cm mark in red, maybe its time to head indoor. Comes in 9 deliciously vibrant colors, all available on Rain Level online store. via: Core77" - Freshness


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Friday, September 17, 2010

The Story of Eames Furniture Book

Another book to add to the collection...

 
 "The History of Eames furniture, by Marilyn Neuhart with John Neuhar is packed with rich images and insightful text. This unique book is the benchmark reference on what has to be the most influential and important furniture brand of our time. This book offers the reader insights and fine details on how Charles and Ray Eames worked to create pieces that still top bestseller lists.

The book describes the key role played by the Eames Office’s own development and perfection of production processes for its designs as well as the significance of its relationship with manufacturers. By documenting the creation and spread of these landmark furniture designs, this book also tells the story of how modernism became established in homes and offices throughout the world. Read more here." - Hypebeast - Tim Nolan

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Thursday, September 16, 2010

Santa Inoue: Art Book...

Will definitely need to hit the local Japanese bookstore to see if they have this in stock. Tokyo Tribes is an amazing manga series and anime...


"Japanese illustrator Santa Inoue releases a retrospective book documenting a collection of work spanning all the way to his beginnings with the heralded manga series Tokyo Tribes. Since then, Inoue has gone on to enter the realm of fashion and toy design as well as general visual work over various mediums. The 296 book is bound in suede and is a definite pick-up for fans of Santa Inoue’s work. It is available now at the SANTASTIC! store in Shibuya, at Amazon.jp and through select retailers." -Hypebeast - Eugene Kan

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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Penfield 35th Anniversary Outback Leather Down Vest

Penfield with a classic vest design, utilizing some quality materials...


"Penfield continues their 35th Anniversary celebration into Fall/Winter 2010 with a buttery two-tone brown leather vest. Strictly limited edition. Stay with us for a look at more product from the new Penfield collection in the coming weeks." - High Snobiety

via High Snobiety

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Marc Newson x Nike Zvezdochka | Gagosian Shop Exclusive Re-Launch

Missed out on the first release and will likely have a near impossible chance of picking these up the second time around. Definitely one of Nike's most unique pair of kicks...



"In ways, its significances are immeasurable. One, its design was entrusted to someone outside of realm of tradition. Second, the product called for re-tooling of the entire manufacturing process. Finally three, the design spawned a new series in the years to come. The “it” was the Zvezdochka, the 2004 collaborative sneaker by industrial design maven Marc Newson and Nike. Named after the Soviet Cosmonaut Program to see the viability of putting living creatures into orbital space flights, the Zvezdochka was a continuation of Newson’s lifelong interest in mode of transport. Furthermore, the creation itself of this unique footwear, with an inner booty, became an experimental odyssey, for those involved, in both material science and manufacturing process. Extremely limited at the time of its launch, of which Freshness documented back in 2004, New York City’s Gagosian Gallery is set to made them available once again ahead of Newson’s new exhibition next week. In colorways Aegean Blue and Mahogany, exclusive to Gagosian Gallery, an untold amount will be available at the Gagosian Shop on 988 Madison Avenue next Monday, September 13th. On hand will be Marc Newson, the designer himself, for a brief meet and greet session. Certainly an launch event not to be miss.
Gagosian Shop
988 Madison Avenue | Map
New York, NY 10075
TEL #: 212-744-9200
Launch Date: September 13th (Monday) | 6 pm – 8 pm

» 2004 Freshess Feature: Marc Newson x Nike Zvezdochka – Part I

» 2004 Freshess Feature: Marc Newson x Nike Zvezdochka – Part II"- Freshness

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