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Maxx & Unicorn Wallets and Passport Cases
(04 June 2007) - Handmade in Brooklyn, these wallets and passport cases from Maxx & Unicorn are of excellent craftsmanship. Made from a single cut of the best quality denim-backed leather, these pocket accessories liven up every day cash transactions. Available in natural leather hues as well as yellow, red, pink and baby blue, they are dyed from the richest pigments and boast a dueling pistol emblem. A...
(04 June 2007) - Handmade in Brooklyn, these wallets and passport cases from Maxx & Unicorn are of excellent craftsmanship. Made from a single cut of the best quality denim-backed leather, these pocket accessories liven up every day cash transactions. Available in natural leather hues as well as yellow, red, pink and baby blue, they are dyed from the richest pigments and boast a dueling pistol emblem. A...
Sundance Messenger Bag
(01 June 2007) - In 1969, Robert Redford founded the Sundance village —a pastoral escape at the foot of the Utah's Wasatch Mountains and established a general store. Popular demand for its stock—mostly crafted by local artisans—led to the establishment in 1989 of the Sundance Catalog. The canvas messenger [sic] bag ($148), based on the bags popularized by bike messengers from San Francisco to Copenhagen is sturdy, attractive...
(01 June 2007) - In 1969, Robert Redford founded the Sundance village —a pastoral escape at the foot of the Utah's Wasatch Mountains and established a general store. Popular demand for its stock—mostly crafted by local artisans—led to the establishment in 1989 of the Sundance Catalog. The canvas messenger [sic] bag ($148), based on the bags popularized by bike messengers from San Francisco to Copenhagen is sturdy, attractive...
Atelier Urbano, São Paulo
(31 May 2007) - São Paulo’s Atelier Urbano is a house of style and inspiration when it comes to their chic bags. The handmade Winter 2007 collection (northern and southern hemispheres have opposite seasons) employ macramé weaving, special leathers, hardware details, mosaic and quilted patterns into purses that urge their owners to consider them the first integral part of an outfit rather than just a final complementing component....
(31 May 2007) - São Paulo’s Atelier Urbano is a house of style and inspiration when it comes to their chic bags. The handmade Winter 2007 collection (northern and southern hemispheres have opposite seasons) employ macramé weaving, special leathers, hardware details, mosaic and quilted patterns into purses that urge their owners to consider them the first integral part of an outfit rather than just a final complementing component....
Maurice Lacroix Pontos Décentrique GMT
(29 May 2007) - Originally offered as a limited edition — 999 in titanium — the Maurice Lacroix Pontos Décentrique GMT is now available in stainless steel (click on image for detail). Recognized for its timeless design and attention to detail, the watch won a Red Dot Award for its unique time display. It features an off-center dual time-zone with polished and unpolished sapphire crystal to reveal and...
(29 May 2007) - Originally offered as a limited edition — 999 in titanium — the Maurice Lacroix Pontos Décentrique GMT is now available in stainless steel (click on image for detail). Recognized for its timeless design and attention to detail, the watch won a Red Dot Award for its unique time display. It features an off-center dual time-zone with polished and unpolished sapphire crystal to reveal and...
BBQ Extras
(24 May 2007) - Minimalists might only need a small charcoal grill and a few beers for a successful BBQ, but for larger occasions (or maximalists), there are many, many accessories and appliances to amp up the grilling experience. A follow–up to our earlier Nine Free-Standing BBQs and Portable Grills, this third and final installment of the BBQ series sorts through all the tongs and basting brushes to...
(24 May 2007) - Minimalists might only need a small charcoal grill and a few beers for a successful BBQ, but for larger occasions (or maximalists), there are many, many accessories and appliances to amp up the grilling experience. A follow–up to our earlier Nine Free-Standing BBQs and Portable Grills, this third and final installment of the BBQ series sorts through all the tongs and basting brushes to...
Diesel Puzzle Sneakers
(22 May 2007) - Dark, sleek, durable and adaptable. Sounds like the bat mobile and looks rather like it—well, that is if the bat mobile was a shoe. The Puzzle Sneaker is the star feature from the upcoming Diesel Autumn/Winter men’s collection. It's actually more than one new shoe, it’s three in one! This may just be a design gimmick or the start of a whole new way...
(22 May 2007) - Dark, sleek, durable and adaptable. Sounds like the bat mobile and looks rather like it—well, that is if the bat mobile was a shoe. The Puzzle Sneaker is the star feature from the upcoming Diesel Autumn/Winter men’s collection. It's actually more than one new shoe, it’s three in one! This may just be a design gimmick or the start of a whole new way...
Auto Wedding Bands
(21 May 2007) - Having already become a haven for unconventional jewelry designers and funky wearable arts, the shop Auto has commissioned 15 of their favorite jewelers to re–envision the commitment ring. Running the gamut from more classic diamond bands to coiled mythical serpents with diamond eyes, designers including Philip Crangi, St. Kilda, Hannah Clark, and Auto have crafted pieces for just about any soulmates–to–be. And with the...
(21 May 2007) - Having already become a haven for unconventional jewelry designers and funky wearable arts, the shop Auto has commissioned 15 of their favorite jewelers to re–envision the commitment ring. Running the gamut from more classic diamond bands to coiled mythical serpents with diamond eyes, designers including Philip Crangi, St. Kilda, Hannah Clark, and Auto have crafted pieces for just about any soulmates–to–be. And with the...
1970s Heuer Mappamondo
(07 May 2007) - An obscure vintage find this Heuer (pre-TAG) is a "Mappamondo" chronograph that is fit with the unusual Valjoux 7740 manual winding movement. It also features a stainless steel case and an attractive "Map of the World" face. I found one available from Watch Center and Tempus Domini. ...
(07 May 2007) - An obscure vintage find this Heuer (pre-TAG) is a "Mappamondo" chronograph that is fit with the unusual Valjoux 7740 manual winding movement. It also features a stainless steel case and an attractive "Map of the World" face. I found one available from Watch Center and Tempus Domini. ...
Cool Hunting Video Presents: Sovereign Beck
(05 May 2007) - From kite-flying on a Brooklyn rooftop to frying an egg and playing electronic music, episode 72 spends some quality time with the duo called Sovereign Beck. Known for their gorgeously-designed line of silk ties, Ryan Sovereign and William Beck also show us the finery in their Spring '07 collection, explaining their influences and inspiration along the way. Also on Cool Hunting: Sovereign Beck Ties...
(05 May 2007) - From kite-flying on a Brooklyn rooftop to frying an egg and playing electronic music, episode 72 spends some quality time with the duo called Sovereign Beck. Known for their gorgeously-designed line of silk ties, Ryan Sovereign and William Beck also show us the finery in their Spring '07 collection, explaining their influences and inspiration along the way. Also on Cool Hunting: Sovereign Beck Ties...
Papé Sandals
(02 May 2007) - Brazil—where Havianas were born—is renowned for fabricating sandals because they've had the years of practice to make them beautiful. Enter Papé. Papé sandals blend customization with fashion, versatility and Brazilian quality craftmanship. Their kiosk, located in Sao Paulo's swanky Shopping Iguatemi mall, allows the customer to pick the material and the type of leather sole and the staff helps with the different ways to...
(02 May 2007) - Brazil—where Havianas were born—is renowned for fabricating sandals because they've had the years of practice to make them beautiful. Enter Papé. Papé sandals blend customization with fashion, versatility and Brazilian quality craftmanship. Their kiosk, located in Sao Paulo's swanky Shopping Iguatemi mall, allows the customer to pick the material and the type of leather sole and the staff helps with the different ways to...
Ikepod Black Hole
(23 April 2007) - With the new Ikepod Black Hole, a limited edition of 66, Marc Newson's iconic watches are back—this time with more expensive materials, extensive (re)designs and overall exclusivity. Only advertised as silhouette, no images are shown until the potential owners buy it. I met with new owner and prominent art collector Adam Lindemann in his New York office to discuss the rebirth of the brand...
(23 April 2007) - With the new Ikepod Black Hole, a limited edition of 66, Marc Newson's iconic watches are back—this time with more expensive materials, extensive (re)designs and overall exclusivity. Only advertised as silhouette, no images are shown until the potential owners buy it. I met with new owner and prominent art collector Adam Lindemann in his New York office to discuss the rebirth of the brand...
Greubel-Forsey Invention Piece 1 Watch
(16 April 2007) - A truly spectacular wristwatch, the Invention 1 features time indicators revolving around the edges of Greubel-Forsey's unique invention, an open double tourbillon 30°.The dynamic duo have been creating spectacular timepieces since they teamed up in 1999. And coming off the Opus 6 they created for Harry Winston, they are back and badder than ever with this Invention Piece 1. The red arrow indicates the...
(16 April 2007) - A truly spectacular wristwatch, the Invention 1 features time indicators revolving around the edges of Greubel-Forsey's unique invention, an open double tourbillon 30°.The dynamic duo have been creating spectacular timepieces since they teamed up in 1999. And coming off the Opus 6 they created for Harry Winston, they are back and badder than ever with this Invention Piece 1. The red arrow indicates the...
Iosselliani Silver Snake Bracelet
(12 April 2007) - Master of the opulent, mystical, and baroque, Roman jewelry line Iosselliani follows a cultural legacy of defining beauty with the tastefully over-the-top. Established in 1997 by Paolo Giacomelli and Roberta Paolucci, the revered label melds traditional metals and gems, often layering one delicate strand upon another until an ornate piece forms an unexpected look that's misshapen, refined, and altogether enchanting. Representing one of the...
(12 April 2007) - Master of the opulent, mystical, and baroque, Roman jewelry line Iosselliani follows a cultural legacy of defining beauty with the tastefully over-the-top. Established in 1997 by Paolo Giacomelli and Roberta Paolucci, the revered label melds traditional metals and gems, often layering one delicate strand upon another until an ornate piece forms an unexpected look that's misshapen, refined, and altogether enchanting. Representing one of the...
I. Ronni Kappos for Anthropologie
(11 April 2007) - Those in the know love I. Ronni Kappos jewelry for her brightly colored vintage glass beads and styles that are feminine and playful while still looking unfussy and chic. I just found out her designs will reach a much wider audience with her new line of necklaces and earrings for Anthropologie. (Look for Water Lily, Cipher, Niobe with 24k gold details and Leger necklaces.)...
(11 April 2007) - Those in the know love I. Ronni Kappos jewelry for her brightly colored vintage glass beads and styles that are feminine and playful while still looking unfussy and chic. I just found out her designs will reach a much wider audience with her new line of necklaces and earrings for Anthropologie. (Look for Water Lily, Cipher, Niobe with 24k gold details and Leger necklaces.)...
Custom Aramith Cufflinks by Atelier Verstraeten
(11 April 2007) - Aramith is the type of resin used to make pool balls, and I first spied these cufflinks made out of the material on the Paul Smith website. They are not a Paul Smith product though, rather they are made by Belgian jewelry designer Hubert Verstraeten. While you can buy them ready-made from Paul Smith or Vivre, If you go direct to his site, Atelier...
(11 April 2007) - Aramith is the type of resin used to make pool balls, and I first spied these cufflinks made out of the material on the Paul Smith website. They are not a Paul Smith product though, rather they are made by Belgian jewelry designer Hubert Verstraeten. While you can buy them ready-made from Paul Smith or Vivre, If you go direct to his site, Atelier...
Steineck Spy Watch
(10 April 2007) - Once I think I've seen everything, somebody alerts me a mind-blowing gadget like this Steineck Subminiature Wrist-camera. Thanks to Max Busser, founder of MB&F Horological Machines who shared his find (right) from a vintage watch store in Lugano, Switzerland. Needless to say, I've been obsessed these antique spy/detective/novelty gadgets for the last few days and have uncovered a secret force of "Submini" wrist-cameras. A...
(10 April 2007) - Once I think I've seen everything, somebody alerts me a mind-blowing gadget like this Steineck Subminiature Wrist-camera. Thanks to Max Busser, founder of MB&F Horological Machines who shared his find (right) from a vintage watch store in Lugano, Switzerland. Needless to say, I've been obsessed these antique spy/detective/novelty gadgets for the last few days and have uncovered a secret force of "Submini" wrist-cameras. A...
The Venerable Bead Pendants
(05 April 2007) - To assuage spring fever, The Venerable Bead's handmade glass pendants look like little Chrysanthemum blossoms in vibrant otherworldly colors. Artist Paula McDonough wrote us and pointed out that she makes them herself with Borosilicate (aka Pyrex) glass. Using a technique called "glass implosion," she heats the glass on one side causing it to "bloom" creating a one-of-a-kind floral pattern. Pendants cost $25 and are...
(05 April 2007) - To assuage spring fever, The Venerable Bead's handmade glass pendants look like little Chrysanthemum blossoms in vibrant otherworldly colors. Artist Paula McDonough wrote us and pointed out that she makes them herself with Borosilicate (aka Pyrex) glass. Using a technique called "glass implosion," she heats the glass on one side causing it to "bloom" creating a one-of-a-kind floral pattern. Pendants cost $25 and are...
Wood Links
(22 March 2007) - In a dramatic departure from her delicate china Stain tea cups, British designer Laura Wood’s latest project is all about big, chunky and funky jewelry. Working with sheets of plywood and a laser cutter, Laura has been having fun with geometric patterns inspired by the joining mechanisms of her drawing board. Laura says that this project focuses on reduction of material wastage; by using...
(22 March 2007) - In a dramatic departure from her delicate china Stain tea cups, British designer Laura Wood’s latest project is all about big, chunky and funky jewelry. Working with sheets of plywood and a laser cutter, Laura has been having fun with geometric patterns inspired by the joining mechanisms of her drawing board. Laura says that this project focuses on reduction of material wastage; by using...
Hecklewood: Tanner Laser Etched Wallets
(21 March 2007) - Hecklewood, a street-wear design collective based in Portland, OR introduced their limited edition "Urban Textures" Tanner wallets depicting laser-etched close-ups of urban landscapes. The first edition includes images of a bullet whole through safety glass (above left) and a telephone pole weathered with staples and nails from years of postings (above right). The Bifold wallets feature a horizontal bill slot and two interior card...
(21 March 2007) - Hecklewood, a street-wear design collective based in Portland, OR introduced their limited edition "Urban Textures" Tanner wallets depicting laser-etched close-ups of urban landscapes. The first edition includes images of a bullet whole through safety glass (above left) and a telephone pole weathered with staples and nails from years of postings (above right). The Bifold wallets feature a horizontal bill slot and two interior card...
Max Bill Chronoscope for Junghans
(21 March 2007) - In 1962 Swiss artist Max Bill (1908-1994) created a few mechanical watches for the German company Junghans. Reissued in recent years, most were and are very simple-looking, too understated for my personal tastes. But this rare Chronoscope model has a certain something. Its minimalism is just plain attractive. Apparently this particular version isn't sold anymore and the only one I could find was here...
(21 March 2007) - In 1962 Swiss artist Max Bill (1908-1994) created a few mechanical watches for the German company Junghans. Reissued in recent years, most were and are very simple-looking, too understated for my personal tastes. But this rare Chronoscope model has a certain something. Its minimalism is just plain attractive. Apparently this particular version isn't sold anymore and the only one I could find was here...
No Quiet Boutique in Japan
(16 March 2007) - No Quiet is a small boutique located outside of Tokyo on a quiet, non-descript corner. Offering clothing, jewelery, bags, stationary and other accessories, some of our favorite items (pictured below from left to right) include the hook t-shirt, a loosely pieced together cotton t-shirt, the 2-hole ring and the receipt calendar, which is printed on a receipt roll. No Quiet and their design team...
(16 March 2007) - No Quiet is a small boutique located outside of Tokyo on a quiet, non-descript corner. Offering clothing, jewelery, bags, stationary and other accessories, some of our favorite items (pictured below from left to right) include the hook t-shirt, a loosely pieced together cotton t-shirt, the 2-hole ring and the receipt calendar, which is printed on a receipt roll. No Quiet and their design team...
Fetty of Brooklyn NY Rocks Necklace
(14 March 2007) - A twist on the old "diamond in the rough" adage, these pendants by Fetty of Brooklyn are made from a rock found in the streets of NYC set with a small champagne diamond. The subtle sparkle and contrasting materials make for a winning combo, especially hung on it's 16" oxidized sterling silver chain. These necklaces (as if the first bad pun wasn't enough) are...
(14 March 2007) - A twist on the old "diamond in the rough" adage, these pendants by Fetty of Brooklyn are made from a rock found in the streets of NYC set with a small champagne diamond. The subtle sparkle and contrasting materials make for a winning combo, especially hung on it's 16" oxidized sterling silver chain. These necklaces (as if the first bad pun wasn't enough) are...
This Old Thing Tie Trios
(13 March 2007) - From skirts to belts, the necktie has been reinterpreted in many ways over the years, but none quite as flamboyantly as This Old Thing's Tie Trios. Three vintage neckties sewn together make up the accessory, which we like best when worn wrapped twice jauntily around the neck as a kind of cravat-slash-scarf. The look is as dapper as it is over-the-top; call it urban...
(13 March 2007) - From skirts to belts, the necktie has been reinterpreted in many ways over the years, but none quite as flamboyantly as This Old Thing's Tie Trios. Three vintage neckties sewn together make up the accessory, which we like best when worn wrapped twice jauntily around the neck as a kind of cravat-slash-scarf. The look is as dapper as it is over-the-top; call it urban...
Bronnikov Bone Watch
(12 March 2007) - The Bronnikov family from Vjatka, Russia is responsible for this hand-built and hand-carved mechanical watch made entirely of bone (except for mainspring, balance spring and pivots), which sold at auction in 2005 for $25,000. (Click image for detail.) Also the makers of wood and ivory versions, the Bronnikov's earliest model appeared in 1837 and is rumored to have been purchased by the future Czar,...
(12 March 2007) - The Bronnikov family from Vjatka, Russia is responsible for this hand-built and hand-carved mechanical watch made entirely of bone (except for mainspring, balance spring and pivots), which sold at auction in 2005 for $25,000. (Click image for detail.) Also the makers of wood and ivory versions, the Bronnikov's earliest model appeared in 1837 and is rumored to have been purchased by the future Czar,...
This Old Thing Pleated Ties
(12 March 2007) - Adding a bit of irreverence to the necktie, these ties by This Old Thing look like something Edward Scissorhands might wear. We found the goth accessory at the new Brooklyn boutique Alter, which was founded by the same fashion duo behind This Old Thing. Made from vintage ties, the asymmetrical staggered look comes from little more than a series of simple sewn pleats but...
(12 March 2007) - Adding a bit of irreverence to the necktie, these ties by This Old Thing look like something Edward Scissorhands might wear. We found the goth accessory at the new Brooklyn boutique Alter, which was founded by the same fashion duo behind This Old Thing. Made from vintage ties, the asymmetrical staggered look comes from little more than a series of simple sewn pleats but...
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