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James Bond Gadget Watch History
(14 November 2006) - Though Bond's typically a Rolex or Omega man—and Q-Branch won't be supplying any gadgety watches in Casino Royale—here's a look back at the wristwear 007 has worn over the years. The props featured every gadget from Geiger counters to circular saws (pictured right) and a James Bond Spy Watch produced in 1965 for kids included secret sliding lenses....
(14 November 2006) - Though Bond's typically a Rolex or Omega man—and Q-Branch won't be supplying any gadgety watches in Casino Royale—here's a look back at the wristwear 007 has worn over the years. The props featured every gadget from Geiger counters to circular saws (pictured right) and a James Bond Spy Watch produced in 1965 for kids included secret sliding lenses....
The Seiko Power Design Project
(10 November 2006) - The Seiko Power Design Project is a horological laboratory for concept watches headed by famed product designer Naoto Fukasawa. Every year since 2002, his lab has introduced ideas pushing innovation in form and function inspired by a theme. Pictured left, the "3D Cloth" (2002, theme: "The new ordinary") replaces standard materials with felt in modern shapes and colors. "Ivory" (2005, theme: "Fascination," pictured center)—reminiscent...
(10 November 2006) - The Seiko Power Design Project is a horological laboratory for concept watches headed by famed product designer Naoto Fukasawa. Every year since 2002, his lab has introduced ideas pushing innovation in form and function inspired by a theme. Pictured left, the "3D Cloth" (2002, theme: "The new ordinary") replaces standard materials with felt in modern shapes and colors. "Ivory" (2005, theme: "Fascination," pictured center)—reminiscent...
Bing Bang Jewelry
(08 November 2006) - Bing Bang jewelry, comprised of founding designer Anna Sheffield and her brother, Kevin Kearney, have thus far created two highly successful women's collections but they have set their sights on a men's collection this time around. Building on the raw and elegant style of the past women's collections, the men's line of Bing Bang references the Gangs of New York-era by trying to achieve...
(08 November 2006) - Bing Bang jewelry, comprised of founding designer Anna Sheffield and her brother, Kevin Kearney, have thus far created two highly successful women's collections but they have set their sights on a men's collection this time around. Building on the raw and elegant style of the past women's collections, the men's line of Bing Bang references the Gangs of New York-era by trying to achieve...
Victor Vasarely Op-Art Watch
(07 November 2006) - Op-Art pioneer Victor Vasarely was profoundly influenced by Bauhaus, constructivism, cubism and surrealism. He began his unmistakable geometric abstraction from the 1930's through his heyday of optical illusion of the sixties and seventies. Late in his career, Bulova produced a series of wristwatches with Vasarely's artwork on the dial and engraved signature on the caseback. Very difficult to find, one of the more interesting...
(07 November 2006) - Op-Art pioneer Victor Vasarely was profoundly influenced by Bauhaus, constructivism, cubism and surrealism. He began his unmistakable geometric abstraction from the 1930's through his heyday of optical illusion of the sixties and seventies. Late in his career, Bulova produced a series of wristwatches with Vasarely's artwork on the dial and engraved signature on the caseback. Very difficult to find, one of the more interesting...
Wrappers Pinstripe iPod and MacBook Sleeves
(03 November 2006) - We wrote about Wrappers Linen iPod and MacBook covers this summer. They have just launched their Pinstripe collection, which like their other covers do not have any logos or labels and come with a personalized tag. They are cushioned and lined in microfibre to keep your gear scratch free....
(03 November 2006) - We wrote about Wrappers Linen iPod and MacBook covers this summer. They have just launched their Pinstripe collection, which like their other covers do not have any logos or labels and come with a personalized tag. They are cushioned and lined in microfibre to keep your gear scratch free....
Ikepod
(02 November 2006) - With Marc Newson's accomplishments in design, I'd have to assume he started designing out of the womb. Eight years before co-founding the Swiss watch company Ikepod, he created the "Pod" mystery dial watch (pictured) in 1986. Spinning disks with dot markers lined the time similar to the Pod Clock that he came up with a few years later. Likely his first watch project, the...
(02 November 2006) - With Marc Newson's accomplishments in design, I'd have to assume he started designing out of the womb. Eight years before co-founding the Swiss watch company Ikepod, he created the "Pod" mystery dial watch (pictured) in 1986. Spinning disks with dot markers lined the time similar to the Pod Clock that he came up with a few years later. Likely his first watch project, the...
LED Calculator Watches: A Brief History
(31 October 2006) - Before the Hamilton Pulsar (once thought to be the first calculator watch), a gift giving advertisement in the June 1975 issue of Playboy magazine included the Calcron LED Wrist Calculator (pictured left). One of the most collectible, only 50,000 of Hewlett Packard's 1977 HP-100 (pictured center) were made, of which about half were purchased by a Saudi prince. That same year, Sinclair introduced their...
(31 October 2006) - Before the Hamilton Pulsar (once thought to be the first calculator watch), a gift giving advertisement in the June 1975 issue of Playboy magazine included the Calcron LED Wrist Calculator (pictured left). One of the most collectible, only 50,000 of Hewlett Packard's 1977 HP-100 (pictured center) were made, of which about half were purchased by a Saudi prince. That same year, Sinclair introduced their...
Memento Mori Death Watch
(26 October 2006) - Dating back to 1810, the Memento Mori Death Watch is a particularly dark reminder—even more so than most timekeepers—of our inevitable demise. Designed in the shape of a miniature skull with hinges, this pocket watch tells the time when you peel back the upper dome of the cranium. Made from 18K gold, enamel and diamonds, the fusée skull sold for $16,000. Click images for...
(26 October 2006) - Dating back to 1810, the Memento Mori Death Watch is a particularly dark reminder—even more so than most timekeepers—of our inevitable demise. Designed in the shape of a miniature skull with hinges, this pocket watch tells the time when you peel back the upper dome of the cranium. Made from 18K gold, enamel and diamonds, the fusée skull sold for $16,000. Click images for...
Itz a Stitch
(26 October 2006) - Adding personal flair to Waspy needlepoint, custom-made accessories from Itz a Stitch make an ingenious gift for rebel preppies. Select lettering and iconography from the company's library (add an extra $50 for images that fall outside of their collection) to make a one-of-a-kind belt, pair of slippers, wallet, compact and more. Available for $300 from Itz a Stitch, items take about six weeks from...
(26 October 2006) - Adding personal flair to Waspy needlepoint, custom-made accessories from Itz a Stitch make an ingenious gift for rebel preppies. Select lettering and iconography from the company's library (add an extra $50 for images that fall outside of their collection) to make a one-of-a-kind belt, pair of slippers, wallet, compact and more. Available for $300 from Itz a Stitch, items take about six weeks from...
1978 Heuer Ford Chronosplit RS Motorsport
(17 October 2006) - Extremely rare, the 1978 Heuer Ford Chronosplit RS Motorsport is the kind of piece that watch collectors dream about. Designed to look like spark plugs, the battery covers on the front of the watch require a special tool, and the upper LCD panel features a Ford logo. Amazingly, there's a fully-functioning one for sale, complete with its box, original papers, the original battery tool...
(17 October 2006) - Extremely rare, the 1978 Heuer Ford Chronosplit RS Motorsport is the kind of piece that watch collectors dream about. Designed to look like spark plugs, the battery covers on the front of the watch require a special tool, and the upper LCD panel features a Ford logo. Amazingly, there's a fully-functioning one for sale, complete with its box, original papers, the original battery tool...
BLT Ring
(13 October 2006) - The BLT ring was created as a collaboration between jewelry designer Carrie Weston and The Grateful Palate the pork connoisseurs behind the Bacon of the Month Club we featured in our gift guide. A version inmulticolored 14k Gold for $750. See an image of the gold ring modeled on a hand after the jump. ...
(13 October 2006) - The BLT ring was created as a collaboration between jewelry designer Carrie Weston and The Grateful Palate the pork connoisseurs behind the Bacon of the Month Club we featured in our gift guide. A version inmulticolored 14k Gold for $750. See an image of the gold ring modeled on a hand after the jump. ...
1971 Pierre Cardin Espace Watch Line
(11 October 2006) - After designing collarless suits for the Beatles in 1963 and Nasa Spacesuits in 1970, Pierre Cardin launched his very brief Espace watch line in 1971. Cardin was an O.G. of the space-age set along with Andre Courrèges, Mary Quant, Rudi Gernreich, and Paco Rabanne, all creating clothing for the future where you'd be accompanied by your best friend and confidant, Barbarella. Made of metal...
(11 October 2006) - After designing collarless suits for the Beatles in 1963 and Nasa Spacesuits in 1970, Pierre Cardin launched his very brief Espace watch line in 1971. Cardin was an O.G. of the space-age set along with Andre Courrèges, Mary Quant, Rudi Gernreich, and Paco Rabanne, all creating clothing for the future where you'd be accompanied by your best friend and confidant, Barbarella. Made of metal...
Skull In Love Necklace
(09 October 2006) - Cute and creepy, this heart-eyed skull necklace is made from sterling silver and comes on a 16" chain with pearl and shell accents. From Charm NYC, a New York City-based boutique, you can pick one up fro $78 from Star Electric Eighty Eight for a pre-Halloween treat. ...
(09 October 2006) - Cute and creepy, this heart-eyed skull necklace is made from sterling silver and comes on a 16" chain with pearl and shell accents. From Charm NYC, a New York City-based boutique, you can pick one up fro $78 from Star Electric Eighty Eight for a pre-Halloween treat. ...
Hamilton X-01
(05 October 2006) - In 1966, Stanley Kubrick and Arthur C. Clarke commissioned a variety of companies to imagine and design futuristic products for the year 2001—and to be featured in their film 2001: A Space Odyssey. They hired Hamilton, a U.S. watchmaker, and John Bergey, a Hamilton developer known for helping to invent the digital watch, created a digital clock and analog/digital wristwatch. (See the movie prop...
(05 October 2006) - In 1966, Stanley Kubrick and Arthur C. Clarke commissioned a variety of companies to imagine and design futuristic products for the year 2001—and to be featured in their film 2001: A Space Odyssey. They hired Hamilton, a U.S. watchmaker, and John Bergey, a Hamilton developer known for helping to invent the digital watch, created a digital clock and analog/digital wristwatch. (See the movie prop...
Urwerk 103.05
(02 October 2006) - The past few years have been an interesting time in watchmaking (granted only on the haute end of the stick), but nevertheless, innovators like Martin Frei and Felix Baumgartner of Urwerk are breathing inspired fire with their 103 series and the Opus 5. The platinum 103.05 (pictured), an edition limited to 50, has orbiting satellites that align with the bottom arc of minutes to...
(02 October 2006) - The past few years have been an interesting time in watchmaking (granted only on the haute end of the stick), but nevertheless, innovators like Martin Frei and Felix Baumgartner of Urwerk are breathing inspired fire with their 103 series and the Opus 5. The platinum 103.05 (pictured), an edition limited to 50, has orbiting satellites that align with the bottom arc of minutes to...
iTank iPod cases
(28 September 2006) - Designed to transport iPods on all your extreme adventures—whether snowboarding, skateboarding, rock climbing or merely braving the subway—YoTank iPod cases are machined from solid aluminum, thoroughly protecting iPods from dents and scratches. Ideal for people whose lifestyles mean they can't always be gentle with their gadgets, they're also a good way to protect iPods from harsh environments—we sourced them as a solution for security...
(28 September 2006) - Designed to transport iPods on all your extreme adventures—whether snowboarding, skateboarding, rock climbing or merely braving the subway—YoTank iPod cases are machined from solid aluminum, thoroughly protecting iPods from dents and scratches. Ideal for people whose lifestyles mean they can't always be gentle with their gadgets, they're also a good way to protect iPods from harsh environments—we sourced them as a solution for security...
Knock Knock No.2
(18 September 2006) - The people at Knock Knock have created No.2, a new line of home office supplies that brings good design and high-quality materials to everyday convience. The composition books, journals, disposable clipboards and accessories come in bright colors that can be mixed and matched or used individually. With great details like the finger holes in the disposable clipboards, perforated notecards in the two sided journals,...
(18 September 2006) - The people at Knock Knock have created No.2, a new line of home office supplies that brings good design and high-quality materials to everyday convience. The composition books, journals, disposable clipboards and accessories come in bright colors that can be mixed and matched or used individually. With great details like the finger holes in the disposable clipboards, perforated notecards in the two sided journals,...
Bumbakpaks Laptop Bags
(18 September 2006) - Bumbakpaks hybrid messenger/backpack laptop bags were created by a consultant who suffered from three herniated discs as a result of carrying around heavy laptops. Combining dual shoulder straps with a rectangle shape, the "Urbanomic" (i.e. urban+ergonomic) bags reduce strain on your back and hang low on your "bum." Designed around the laptop, their revolutionary "bak2Pak" carrying system also evenly distributes weight to promote good...
(18 September 2006) - Bumbakpaks hybrid messenger/backpack laptop bags were created by a consultant who suffered from three herniated discs as a result of carrying around heavy laptops. Combining dual shoulder straps with a rectangle shape, the "Urbanomic" (i.e. urban+ergonomic) bags reduce strain on your back and hang low on your "bum." Designed around the laptop, their revolutionary "bak2Pak" carrying system also evenly distributes weight to promote good...
Patek Philippe Cobra Watch
(13 September 2006) - The year was 1958 and in a fresh spark of innovation one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious watch companies—Patek Philippe—designed the Cobra watch, unique for its unusual time display and aggressive profile. Time is displayed through two graduated linear openings showing the hour and minute marks which are printed in a spiral on rollers, thus eliminating the traditional dial and hands. The...
(13 September 2006) - The year was 1958 and in a fresh spark of innovation one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious watch companies—Patek Philippe—designed the Cobra watch, unique for its unusual time display and aggressive profile. Time is displayed through two graduated linear openings showing the hour and minute marks which are printed in a spiral on rollers, thus eliminating the traditional dial and hands. The...
Mana Bernardes Jewelry
(05 September 2006) - Since the age 11 when her work was worn on-screen by actresses in a popular soap opera in her native Brazil, 25-year-old Mana Bernardes' jewelry has been in the limelight. Since then, Mana's playful objects have been exhibited in galleries and are stocked in stores like Colette in Paris and Zona D in São Paulo. Her pendants, earrings, and bracelets range from minimalist chrome...
(05 September 2006) - Since the age 11 when her work was worn on-screen by actresses in a popular soap opera in her native Brazil, 25-year-old Mana Bernardes' jewelry has been in the limelight. Since then, Mana's playful objects have been exhibited in galleries and are stocked in stores like Colette in Paris and Zona D in São Paulo. Her pendants, earrings, and bracelets range from minimalist chrome...
Yoga Accessories
(31 August 2006) - We've found several well-designed yoga accessories for newbies and seasoned yogis alike. These goods combine quality, innovation, and aesthetics. Stay tuned for another feature on what to wear while you practice. Skidless Mat Towels Yogitoes skidless mat towels solve several common problems: Slippery mats when you sweat; covering up skanky mats at the gym or yoga studio; covering up those ugly purple mats; and...
(31 August 2006) - We've found several well-designed yoga accessories for newbies and seasoned yogis alike. These goods combine quality, innovation, and aesthetics. Stay tuned for another feature on what to wear while you practice. Skidless Mat Towels Yogitoes skidless mat towels solve several common problems: Slippery mats when you sweat; covering up skanky mats at the gym or yoga studio; covering up those ugly purple mats; and...
Shalgo
(24 August 2006) - Shalgo is the kind of company that not only makes inventive, well-designed and sharp-looking wallets and iPod cases from duct tape, but applies that same winning combo to other projects, like their free downloadable animations for your iPod called Podflips (pictured) and a "Shalgomobile," a 1972 Volkswagen Squareback ($9,240) covered with 5,000 pieces of duct tape saved from the making of Shalgo's iPod cases....
(24 August 2006) - Shalgo is the kind of company that not only makes inventive, well-designed and sharp-looking wallets and iPod cases from duct tape, but applies that same winning combo to other projects, like their free downloadable animations for your iPod called Podflips (pictured) and a "Shalgomobile," a 1972 Volkswagen Squareback ($9,240) covered with 5,000 pieces of duct tape saved from the making of Shalgo's iPod cases....
Lomography Sidekick Bag
(24 August 2006) - With Lomo's reintroduction of their popular Sidekick camera bag today, the quest for the perfect unisex photo bag may in fact be over. Available in two sizes and two color variations, charcoal with purple lining or khaki with blue lining, the updated model is a slightly slimmer version of the all-time classic, done in natural and timeless cotton canvas. Both bags are comprised of...
(24 August 2006) - With Lomo's reintroduction of their popular Sidekick camera bag today, the quest for the perfect unisex photo bag may in fact be over. Available in two sizes and two color variations, charcoal with purple lining or khaki with blue lining, the updated model is a slightly slimmer version of the all-time classic, done in natural and timeless cotton canvas. Both bags are comprised of...
Tattooed Steel
(21 August 2006) - Founded by a Los Angeles-based artist/engineer, Jared Van Orman, Tattooed Steel's line of artist-designed jewelry is a way for the tattoo-shy or wearable art-obsessed to get more images on their body. Designs by Rose Hardy are modern takes on more traditional designs (like those by her father, Ed) and range from angels to surreal images, like a flower and eye (pictured left). Other images...
(21 August 2006) - Founded by a Los Angeles-based artist/engineer, Jared Van Orman, Tattooed Steel's line of artist-designed jewelry is a way for the tattoo-shy or wearable art-obsessed to get more images on their body. Designs by Rose Hardy are modern takes on more traditional designs (like those by her father, Ed) and range from angels to surreal images, like a flower and eye (pictured left). Other images...
Studio Visit: Ting
(21 August 2006) - A few weeks back, we posted a round-up of the bags for guys we most liked the look of, and at the very top of the list were those from London-based Ting. As a result, founding designer Inghua Ting got in touch and invite us round to her West End atelier for a visit. Tucked away behind Savile Row, the studio is stuffed full...
(21 August 2006) - A few weeks back, we posted a round-up of the bags for guys we most liked the look of, and at the very top of the list were those from London-based Ting. As a result, founding designer Inghua Ting got in touch and invite us round to her West End atelier for a visit. Tucked away behind Savile Row, the studio is stuffed full...
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