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Timbuk2 Dolores Chiller Giveaway
(01 July 2009) - As the summer months heat up Timbuk2 is keeping it chill with their new messenger bag, the Dolores Chiller, named after San Francisco's Dolores Park. The cleverly disguised cooler keeps your cans cold—holding 18-24 depending on amount of ice—while on the go or hanging beachside. A waterproof TPU lining keeps the cold and the condensation inside the bag, while the extremely durable ballistic nylon...
(01 July 2009) - As the summer months heat up Timbuk2 is keeping it chill with their new messenger bag, the Dolores Chiller, named after San Francisco's Dolores Park. The cleverly disguised cooler keeps your cans cold—holding 18-24 depending on amount of ice—while on the go or hanging beachside. A waterproof TPU lining keeps the cold and the condensation inside the bag, while the extremely durable ballistic nylon...
Zuca for M.A.C. Wheelie Bag
(26 June 2009) - by Rachel Felder Wheelies dominate airports everywhere, but a rolling case with tricked-out inserts, a sleek black finish, quirky dimensions and a wide flat top to sit out delays? For that, you'll need a backstage pass to a fashion show. M.A.C. Cosmetics recently commissioned Züca to create the Cadillac of their spacious rolling cases, a matte black version with the company's logo and a...
(26 June 2009) - by Rachel Felder Wheelies dominate airports everywhere, but a rolling case with tricked-out inserts, a sleek black finish, quirky dimensions and a wide flat top to sit out delays? For that, you'll need a backstage pass to a fashion show. M.A.C. Cosmetics recently commissioned Züca to create the Cadillac of their spacious rolling cases, a matte black version with the company's logo and a...
Built Camera Cases
(18 June 2009) - Built's new camera cases are chic and affordable. The Soft Shell Camera Case (above left) is perfect for the simple point and shoot but for more involved photographers the Cargo Camera Bags (above right) will hold multiple cameras, lenses and other gear. The Cargo Camera Bags feature an exterior composed of double-layered neoprene while the bottom incorporates additional padding for extra protection of those...
(18 June 2009) - Built's new camera cases are chic and affordable. The Soft Shell Camera Case (above left) is perfect for the simple point and shoot but for more involved photographers the Cargo Camera Bags (above right) will hold multiple cameras, lenses and other gear. The Cargo Camera Bags feature an exterior composed of double-layered neoprene while the bottom incorporates additional padding for extra protection of those...
Alexandra Cassaniti Bicycle Bag
(16 June 2009) - Hawaiian-born fashion designer Alexandra Cassaniti takes her surf style to the street with a silk-screen printed bicycle bag. Adding a touch of style, the unisex adjustable bag is fastened to your handlebars by two leather straps while a sturdy zipper keeps your contents secure inside the pouch. Available in Cassaniti's original "Striped" or "Hairy" patterns, the 100% cotton, limited-edition bags are handmade in Minnesota....
(16 June 2009) - Hawaiian-born fashion designer Alexandra Cassaniti takes her surf style to the street with a silk-screen printed bicycle bag. Adding a touch of style, the unisex adjustable bag is fastened to your handlebars by two leather straps while a sturdy zipper keeps your contents secure inside the pouch. Available in Cassaniti's original "Striped" or "Hairy" patterns, the 100% cotton, limited-edition bags are handmade in Minnesota....
Saskia Diez Accessories
(03 June 2009) - As seductive as it is simple, Saskia Diez's jewelry strikes a perfect balance for an elegantly contemporary look. A trained goldsmith turned industrial designer, Diez's creations are a clear combination of those two talents. Her travel bag, dubbed Papier, is a good example of her particular approach. Constructed of synthetic paper, the bag is extremely strong but extraordinarily lightweight, while maintaining an elegant and...
(03 June 2009) - As seductive as it is simple, Saskia Diez's jewelry strikes a perfect balance for an elegantly contemporary look. A trained goldsmith turned industrial designer, Diez's creations are a clear combination of those two talents. Her travel bag, dubbed Papier, is a good example of her particular approach. Constructed of synthetic paper, the bag is extremely strong but extraordinarily lightweight, while maintaining an elegant and...
Gräf & Lantz Accessories
(18 May 2009) - by Julie Wolfson Los Angeles-based design studio Gräf & Lantz is launching several new projects at this year's ICFF in New York, including geometric-patterned ottomans and their handmade, leather and embossed felt tote bags. Founded by Holger Gräf and Daniel Lantz, the duo create products that combine Holger's love of modern lines and structural aesthetics with Daniel's Japanese-influenced ideals. Their east-meets-west and ancient-meets-modern style of...
(18 May 2009) - by Julie Wolfson Los Angeles-based design studio Gräf & Lantz is launching several new projects at this year's ICFF in New York, including geometric-patterned ottomans and their handmade, leather and embossed felt tote bags. Founded by Holger Gräf and Daniel Lantz, the duo create products that combine Holger's love of modern lines and structural aesthetics with Daniel's Japanese-influenced ideals. Their east-meets-west and ancient-meets-modern style of...
Flip & Tumble Bags
(18 May 2009) - Combining a colorful palette with smart design, Hetal Jariwala and Eva Bauer at Flip & Tumble are doing their part to solve the problem of what to do with bulky canvas totes by introducing a ripstop nylon shopper, similar to our beloved Baggu. Designed to roll up small enough to simply live in purses or messenger bags all the time (they compact to the...
(18 May 2009) - Combining a colorful palette with smart design, Hetal Jariwala and Eva Bauer at Flip & Tumble are doing their part to solve the problem of what to do with bulky canvas totes by introducing a ripstop nylon shopper, similar to our beloved Baggu. Designed to roll up small enough to simply live in purses or messenger bags all the time (they compact to the...
Elke Kramer: Miracles & Wonder
(05 May 2009) - Given that she's one of Australia’s most respected and recognized accessories designers, Elke Kramer's announcement last month that she was branching out into a line of leather bags, scarves and belts is a welcome one. CH caught up with the designer, artist and all-round nice girl to chat about totes, tunes and technical design. You're renowned for bracelets, bangles, pendants and rings. Why did...
(05 May 2009) - Given that she's one of Australia’s most respected and recognized accessories designers, Elke Kramer's announcement last month that she was branching out into a line of leather bags, scarves and belts is a welcome one. CH caught up with the designer, artist and all-round nice girl to chat about totes, tunes and technical design. You're renowned for bracelets, bangles, pendants and rings. Why did...
Bruxe Spring 2009 Giveaway
(29 April 2009) - Premium soft goods manufacturer Bruxe recently released their Spring '09 collection to select retailers across the globe and for those fortunate to have internet access but not a means to get to a local retailer, you can now get goods directly from their newly launched online shop. Oli, one half of the company's Belgium-born founders, gave us a quick intro to their newest developments....
(29 April 2009) - Premium soft goods manufacturer Bruxe recently released their Spring '09 collection to select retailers across the globe and for those fortunate to have internet access but not a means to get to a local retailer, you can now get goods directly from their newly launched online shop. Oli, one half of the company's Belgium-born founders, gave us a quick intro to their newest developments....
Cool Hunting Video Presents: Baggu Bags
(11 April 2009) - by Gregory Mitnick Baggu's ingenious design makes for the most functional and stylish eco-bag out there—an example of how one small, well-executed idea might just change the world. In this video, co-founder Emily Sugihara fills us in on the design process and shows us some of the more unusual uses for a Baggu....
(11 April 2009) - by Gregory Mitnick Baggu's ingenious design makes for the most functional and stylish eco-bag out there—an example of how one small, well-executed idea might just change the world. In this video, co-founder Emily Sugihara fills us in on the design process and shows us some of the more unusual uses for a Baggu....
Sleepypod Pet Carrier
(10 April 2009) - The Sleepypod is a new pet carrier that creates a more enjoyable and safe experience for your pet when on the road. A great alternative to the pet-in-your-purse method, it also doubles as a bed by removing the top. Currently there are no safety standards for pets, making the Sleepypod, built to withstand a 24 mph impact while strapped in with a seatbelt, the...
(10 April 2009) - The Sleepypod is a new pet carrier that creates a more enjoyable and safe experience for your pet when on the road. A great alternative to the pet-in-your-purse method, it also doubles as a bed by removing the top. Currently there are no safety standards for pets, making the Sleepypod, built to withstand a 24 mph impact while strapped in with a seatbelt, the...
Bowoo Guitar Cases
(26 March 2009) - by Megan Baldwin After being fed up with the lack of variety in guitar cases, Bowoo, a newly established, Brooklyn-based brand, decided to take the problem into their own hands by putting their own spin on the accessory. Bowoo updated the classic by enhancing its form, function and style. The bags are designed locally by guitar players and produced by a professional camera bag...
(26 March 2009) - by Megan Baldwin After being fed up with the lack of variety in guitar cases, Bowoo, a newly established, Brooklyn-based brand, decided to take the problem into their own hands by putting their own spin on the accessory. Bowoo updated the classic by enhancing its form, function and style. The bags are designed locally by guitar players and produced by a professional camera bag...
Moop Handmade Bags
(23 March 2009) - Some things are always in style and a simple, high-quality bag makes that list. Moop is just this kind of sturdy bag, without any ostentatious designs or branding. The small company is the brainchild of Wendy Downs, who makes the line of original designs with a small team in an Easthampton, Massachusetts factory. Cut and sewn by hand, each bag requires hours of construction...
(23 March 2009) - Some things are always in style and a simple, high-quality bag makes that list. Moop is just this kind of sturdy bag, without any ostentatious designs or branding. The small company is the brainchild of Wendy Downs, who makes the line of original designs with a small team in an Easthampton, Massachusetts factory. Cut and sewn by hand, each bag requires hours of construction...
CH at The Brooklyn Flea Part 2
(13 March 2009) - We're less then 24 hours away from our debut at the Brooklyn Flea and we're super excited about how it's shaping up. We've have a few new items to share since our last post that we thought you might also enjoy. Warm weather is on the horizon but fluctuating temperatures still leave us reaching for our Freehands, those awesome gloves that keep your fingers...
(13 March 2009) - We're less then 24 hours away from our debut at the Brooklyn Flea and we're super excited about how it's shaping up. We've have a few new items to share since our last post that we thought you might also enjoy. Warm weather is on the horizon but fluctuating temperatures still leave us reaching for our Freehands, those awesome gloves that keep your fingers...
Alphabet Bags
(27 February 2009) - The simple, heavyweight cotton Alphabet Bags from the creators of Keep Calm Gallery are now available in every urbanite's favorite color—black. With the same classic typography as the first round of totes, Keep Calm screen prints each one in the UK and offers up the letter of your choice. Designed by business partners and couple Hayley Thwaites and Lucas Lepola, the bags are £12 and...
(27 February 2009) - The simple, heavyweight cotton Alphabet Bags from the creators of Keep Calm Gallery are now available in every urbanite's favorite color—black. With the same classic typography as the first round of totes, Keep Calm screen prints each one in the UK and offers up the letter of your choice. Designed by business partners and couple Hayley Thwaites and Lucas Lepola, the bags are £12 and...
Matt & Nat Vegan Handbags
(03 February 2009) - When people picture a vegan handbag the last thing they think of is something with a luxurious feel or look. Thanks to Matt & Nat, the stigma of vegan products only being suitable for hippies and environmentalists is quickly dissipating with their designer handbags each made from up to 55 recycled plastic bottles. Started in 1995 by Inder Bedi, Matt & Nat were producing...
(03 February 2009) - When people picture a vegan handbag the last thing they think of is something with a luxurious feel or look. Thanks to Matt & Nat, the stigma of vegan products only being suitable for hippies and environmentalists is quickly dissipating with their designer handbags each made from up to 55 recycled plastic bottles. Started in 1995 by Inder Bedi, Matt & Nat were producing...
Entermodal Pop-Up: Factory
(11 December 2008) - Entermodal, a luxury leather goods producer known for their quality craftsmanship and commitment to sustainable practices is relocating their Portland-based factory to the streets of Soho tomorrow with their first-ever "Pop-Up: Factory" at Odin boutique.Designer and founder Larry Olmstead is moving his custom tool set, a century old stitching horse, a selection of never before released leather options and linings, along with his team,...
(11 December 2008) - Entermodal, a luxury leather goods producer known for their quality craftsmanship and commitment to sustainable practices is relocating their Portland-based factory to the streets of Soho tomorrow with their first-ever "Pop-Up: Factory" at Odin boutique.Designer and founder Larry Olmstead is moving his custom tool set, a century old stitching horse, a selection of never before released leather options and linings, along with his team,...
BRΙΕFC(eramic)ACE
(08 December 2008) - Although business documents are swiftly transitioning from paper to digital, there's still room for innovative briefcase design. Case in point, Alexandros Stasinopoulos's high-tech concept for BRΙΕFC(eramic)ACE. Though clumsily titled, the case is a sleek, hardshell container that makes extensive use of Zirconium Oxide, an extremely rigid though rarely utilized form of ceramic. The project looks to reconcile the primitive nature of ceramics (think traditional...
(08 December 2008) - Although business documents are swiftly transitioning from paper to digital, there's still room for innovative briefcase design. Case in point, Alexandros Stasinopoulos's high-tech concept for BRΙΕFC(eramic)ACE. Though clumsily titled, the case is a sleek, hardshell container that makes extensive use of Zirconium Oxide, an extremely rigid though rarely utilized form of ceramic. The project looks to reconcile the primitive nature of ceramics (think traditional...
The Packrat Bag
(30 October 2008) - No, this is not a politically incorrect Halloween costume. This is the mother of all hybrid tote/camera bags. The new Lomography Packrat holds all your creative needs (not to mention a few other things); it's even got enough space and durability for your tripod and an interior pocket meant for cameras. Just to show you how much they believe in their design, they enlisted London-based...
(30 October 2008) - No, this is not a politically incorrect Halloween costume. This is the mother of all hybrid tote/camera bags. The new Lomography Packrat holds all your creative needs (not to mention a few other things); it's even got enough space and durability for your tripod and an interior pocket meant for cameras. Just to show you how much they believe in their design, they enlisted London-based...
Bruno Super Deluxe Reusable Veggie Bags
(23 October 2008) - Now I'm sure you think you've got better things to talk about than storing vegetables in your fridge. Well, that was until you heard what the designer for Bruno Super Deluxe was up too. This Boston-based label is redefining mushroom and garlic storage as we know it by creating reusable bags for veggies that just aren't used to this kind of attention. Sealed in...
(23 October 2008) - Now I'm sure you think you've got better things to talk about than storing vegetables in your fridge. Well, that was until you heard what the designer for Bruno Super Deluxe was up too. This Boston-based label is redefining mushroom and garlic storage as we know it by creating reusable bags for veggies that just aren't used to this kind of attention. Sealed in...
Smateria
(14 October 2008) - Tucked into a hectic street in Phnom Penh, Smateria is an accessory workshop that's helping improve Cambodian lives. Their line of vividly-hued bags and wallets have a positive environmental and social effect, with 98 percent recycled source materials and production with strict accordance to fair trade principles. The Mosquito Net Handbags bags (above right) use one of the most readily-available materials in Southeast Asia....
(14 October 2008) - Tucked into a hectic street in Phnom Penh, Smateria is an accessory workshop that's helping improve Cambodian lives. Their line of vividly-hued bags and wallets have a positive environmental and social effect, with 98 percent recycled source materials and production with strict accordance to fair trade principles. The Mosquito Net Handbags bags (above right) use one of the most readily-available materials in Southeast Asia....
Bruxe Bags Holiday 2008
(13 October 2008) - After a successful launch of their inaugural collection of streetwear-influenced premium bags (which we covered here back in March, brothers Oli and Mer Van Roost of Bruxe have been a very busy duo. For the current Holiday 2008 season they have chosen to focus on a new colorway and a slimmed down, limited run of their three “classic” designs, the Jefferson, Johnston and Greene....
(13 October 2008) - After a successful launch of their inaugural collection of streetwear-influenced premium bags (which we covered here back in March, brothers Oli and Mer Van Roost of Bruxe have been a very busy duo. For the current Holiday 2008 season they have chosen to focus on a new colorway and a slimmed down, limited run of their three “classic” designs, the Jefferson, Johnston and Greene....
Porter x Buzz Rickson x William Gibson
(10 October 2008) - Porter, the famed Japanese bag makers, are back with a new collection of vintage military-styled bags. Its design comes from Buzz Rickson, the company responsible for Sugar Cane Denim, as well as iconic flight jackets and Army attire dating back to the WWII era. The bags are drawn from the William Gibson line, which is inspired by the science fiction writer of the same...
(10 October 2008) - Porter, the famed Japanese bag makers, are back with a new collection of vintage military-styled bags. Its design comes from Buzz Rickson, the company responsible for Sugar Cane Denim, as well as iconic flight jackets and Army attire dating back to the WWII era. The bags are drawn from the William Gibson line, which is inspired by the science fiction writer of the same...
Lunchables: Ten Lunch Boxes And Accessories
(28 August 2008) - In the spirit of the back-to-school season, this week we highlight a few products to help keep you organized and productive as you resume your routine. With a national obesity epidemic and failing economy, now is the time to go healthier and cheaper by bringing your own lunch to school or work. Avoid brown bag blues by upgrading to containers with better design and...
(28 August 2008) - In the spirit of the back-to-school season, this week we highlight a few products to help keep you organized and productive as you resume your routine. With a national obesity epidemic and failing economy, now is the time to go healthier and cheaper by bringing your own lunch to school or work. Avoid brown bag blues by upgrading to containers with better design and...
Ten Back To School/Work Bags
(26 August 2008) - In the spirit of the back-to-school season, this week we highlight a few products to help keep you organized and productive as you resume your routine. A well-designed bag can protect your valuables, keep you organized and even relieve muscle pain. We are a bit obsessive over which bags we use, so it's only fitting to kick off the back-to-school season with our selection...
(26 August 2008) - In the spirit of the back-to-school season, this week we highlight a few products to help keep you organized and productive as you resume your routine. A well-designed bag can protect your valuables, keep you organized and even relieve muscle pain. We are a bit obsessive over which bags we use, so it's only fitting to kick off the back-to-school season with our selection...
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