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Longchamp ANDAM Bags
(13 August 2009) - Celebrating 20 years of ANDAM (Association Nationale pour le Développement des Arts de la Mode), Longchamp tasked fashion designers Bless, Jeremy Scott and Charles Anastase (all past winners of the covered ANDAM endowment) with interpreting their Le Pliage bag. We particularly love Bless' clever take on the classic, taking the foldable design and re-engineering it so that the handle can fold inside itself and...
(13 August 2009) - Celebrating 20 years of ANDAM (Association Nationale pour le Développement des Arts de la Mode), Longchamp tasked fashion designers Bless, Jeremy Scott and Charles Anastase (all past winners of the covered ANDAM endowment) with interpreting their Le Pliage bag. We particularly love Bless' clever take on the classic, taking the foldable design and re-engineering it so that the handle can fold inside itself and...
Bill Owens x Altamont Apparel
(11 August 2009) - Selecting Bill Owens' photographs from the infamous 1969 Altamont Speedway concert as the new graphics for skate-inspired label Altamont may seem an obvious choice, but the connection runs deeper than a shared name. The Altamont credo, "Find a job you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life," embodies not just how the brand feels about designing clothing, but also...
(11 August 2009) - Selecting Bill Owens' photographs from the infamous 1969 Altamont Speedway concert as the new graphics for skate-inspired label Altamont may seem an obvious choice, but the connection runs deeper than a shared name. The Altamont credo, "Find a job you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life," embodies not just how the brand feels about designing clothing, but also...
Vannen Watches
(06 August 2009) - by Jeremy Brautman Vannen Watches, based loosely around the Swedish word vännen (meaning "friends") brings some of today's best lowbrow art to wrists. Longtime watch fan and founder David Stowe wanted to fill the void in a medium that doesn’t always pair fashion with function, while incorporating his idea that working with friends helps people discover artists thus creating new friends. Stowe also hopes that...
(06 August 2009) - by Jeremy Brautman Vannen Watches, based loosely around the Swedish word vännen (meaning "friends") brings some of today's best lowbrow art to wrists. Longtime watch fan and founder David Stowe wanted to fill the void in a medium that doesn’t always pair fashion with function, while incorporating his idea that working with friends helps people discover artists thus creating new friends. Stowe also hopes that...
New Balance x 580 Snowboarding Boot
(04 August 2009) - Although I'm melting away in high summer (and enjoying it), seeing the 580 x New Balance Snowboarding Boot at the Agenda apparel trade show in Huntington Beach last week made me long for the flurries to start falling. The result of a collaboration between snowboarding apparel company 686 and New Balance, the boot intertwines the hallmarks of a New Balance sneaker (its Rollbar stability...
(04 August 2009) - Although I'm melting away in high summer (and enjoying it), seeing the 580 x New Balance Snowboarding Boot at the Agenda apparel trade show in Huntington Beach last week made me long for the flurries to start falling. The result of a collaboration between snowboarding apparel company 686 and New Balance, the boot intertwines the hallmarks of a New Balance sneaker (its Rollbar stability...
Quiksilver x The Standard Boardshorts
(30 July 2009) - A counterpoint to the Dogtown generation of surfers and skateboarders in '70s L.A., Echo Beach surfers in the 1980s sported a loud, colorful style that inspired lifestyle apparel and board companies like Quiksilver, who—in homage to those decadent years—is reissuing a retro-looking set of swimwear in partnership with the Standard hotel. The limited-edition line debuts for sale today through the Standard's website, with high-tech...
(30 July 2009) - A counterpoint to the Dogtown generation of surfers and skateboarders in '70s L.A., Echo Beach surfers in the 1980s sported a loud, colorful style that inspired lifestyle apparel and board companies like Quiksilver, who—in homage to those decadent years—is reissuing a retro-looking set of swimwear in partnership with the Standard hotel. The limited-edition line debuts for sale today through the Standard's website, with high-tech...
This is Art
(29 July 2009) - by Alex PolierWhile artists go to great pains to express themselves through paint, clay, light and sound, many often forget the power of the written word. In the endless to search to answer the question, "What is art?" artist Susan Jennings taps fellow creators with her book, "This is Art," to find out what's on the minds of today’s artists, giving them free reign...
(29 July 2009) - by Alex PolierWhile artists go to great pains to express themselves through paint, clay, light and sound, many often forget the power of the written word. In the endless to search to answer the question, "What is art?" artist Susan Jennings taps fellow creators with her book, "This is Art," to find out what's on the minds of today’s artists, giving them free reign...
Original Penguin x K2 Snowboarding
(28 July 2009) - Putting a retro spin on a new board, K2 teamed up with Original Penguin to create a classic look for their all terrain, high performance Slayblade snowboard. Once gracing golf legends such as Bob Hope and Arnold Palmer, Penguin's high style is now infused into the freestyle board. The interlocking pattern adorning both sides of the Slayblade is a mix of Penguin's signature plaids...
(28 July 2009) - Putting a retro spin on a new board, K2 teamed up with Original Penguin to create a classic look for their all terrain, high performance Slayblade snowboard. Once gracing golf legends such as Bob Hope and Arnold Palmer, Penguin's high style is now infused into the freestyle board. The interlocking pattern adorning both sides of the Slayblade is a mix of Penguin's signature plaids...
Furni x Bruxe "Chairs" T-Shirt Giveaway
(17 July 2009) - Paying homage to some of their favorite design icons and the summer season, Furni teamed up with soft goods company Bruxe to create a very limited color and pre-release run of Bruxe's "Chairs" tee. Exclusive to Montreal's upper ground boutique Off the Hook and online at Furni's webshop for $34, the tees come in white, lemon yellow or heather grey on good quality, well...
(17 July 2009) - Paying homage to some of their favorite design icons and the summer season, Furni teamed up with soft goods company Bruxe to create a very limited color and pre-release run of Bruxe's "Chairs" tee. Exclusive to Montreal's upper ground boutique Off the Hook and online at Furni's webshop for $34, the tees come in white, lemon yellow or heather grey on good quality, well...
INSA x Nike IAM1 Journey Project: Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places
(15 July 2009) - Street artist INSA's recent buzzed-about work pays tribute to the runner with 35 portraits of feet that he hand painted in East London. Produced by media think-tank Protein and created in collaboration with Nike Sportswear's IAM1 Journey Project, it's part of a push by the brand (see the campaign on CH and beyond) to celebrate the history of Nike's Air Max 1 as they...
(15 July 2009) - Street artist INSA's recent buzzed-about work pays tribute to the runner with 35 portraits of feet that he hand painted in East London. Produced by media think-tank Protein and created in collaboration with Nike Sportswear's IAM1 Journey Project, it's part of a push by the brand (see the campaign on CH and beyond) to celebrate the history of Nike's Air Max 1 as they...
Exovault iPhone Case
(14 July 2009) - A master at combining aesthetics and mechanics, artist Jonathan Schipper recently joined forces with fellow artist Amelia Biewald to create a stunning metal iPhone case that they've dubbed Exovault. Made from solid aluminum, brass or titanium, the handcrafted cases lend a steampunk look to the device—a big step up from the plastic varieties that house most iPhones today. Over time, the lustrous surface will...
(14 July 2009) - A master at combining aesthetics and mechanics, artist Jonathan Schipper recently joined forces with fellow artist Amelia Biewald to create a stunning metal iPhone case that they've dubbed Exovault. Made from solid aluminum, brass or titanium, the handcrafted cases lend a steampunk look to the device—a big step up from the plastic varieties that house most iPhones today. Over time, the lustrous surface will...
No Mas x Silver Lining Sports Shades
(10 July 2009) - NYC label No Mas knows that nothing says summer like vintage shades, prompting their recent collaboration with Silver Lining Opticians. The two styles, modeled after those worn by baseball star Reggie Jackson and tennis' sex-symbol Bjorn Borg, perfectly complement No Mas' unpretentious approach to sportswear. Reggie's Italian logo-free aviators sport golden monel (a nickel alloy) frames—perfect for a day at the ballpark. The pair...
(10 July 2009) - NYC label No Mas knows that nothing says summer like vintage shades, prompting their recent collaboration with Silver Lining Opticians. The two styles, modeled after those worn by baseball star Reggie Jackson and tennis' sex-symbol Bjorn Borg, perfectly complement No Mas' unpretentious approach to sportswear. Reggie's Italian logo-free aviators sport golden monel (a nickel alloy) frames—perfect for a day at the ballpark. The pair...
Aston Martin x Foster + Partners Double Decker Bus
(09 July 2009) - We were just in London on the bus thinking the classic vehicle needed an update. Good thing premier luxury car producer Aston Martin and prominent architectural firm Foster + Partners recently teamed up to give a new spin on the classic London behemoth. The collaboration was prompted by London mayor Boris Johnson, who launched a "Design a Bus" competition last year. The AM/F+P model...
(09 July 2009) - We were just in London on the bus thinking the classic vehicle needed an update. Good thing premier luxury car producer Aston Martin and prominent architectural firm Foster + Partners recently teamed up to give a new spin on the classic London behemoth. The collaboration was prompted by London mayor Boris Johnson, who launched a "Design a Bus" competition last year. The AM/F+P model...
Off Bowery for Altamont Clothing Line
(08 July 2009) - Alternative clothing promoters Altamont present their first collaboration with Off Bowery Production's infamous A-Ron (aka Aaron Bondaroff, NYC's downtown impresario and personality). A-Ron epitomizes Altamont's "Cut From A Different Cloth..." mentality, willing to go the weird or outlandish route to produce something with the right blend of aggro attitude and aesthetic. Boiling down the OBP line to a single theme is impossible with items...
(08 July 2009) - Alternative clothing promoters Altamont present their first collaboration with Off Bowery Production's infamous A-Ron (aka Aaron Bondaroff, NYC's downtown impresario and personality). A-Ron epitomizes Altamont's "Cut From A Different Cloth..." mentality, willing to go the weird or outlandish route to produce something with the right blend of aggro attitude and aesthetic. Boiling down the OBP line to a single theme is impossible with items...
Campanas x Lacoste Polo Shirts
(03 July 2009) - What happens when designers known for making furniture from trash take on one of the most preppy clothing brands? Brazilian brothers Fernando and Humberto Campana ditch French restraint to riff on Lacoste's signature crocodile for a series of limited edition shirts due out this holiday season, the fourth such collaboration for the label. The project also references the designers' own ouevre, playing on a...
(03 July 2009) - What happens when designers known for making furniture from trash take on one of the most preppy clothing brands? Brazilian brothers Fernando and Humberto Campana ditch French restraint to riff on Lacoste's signature crocodile for a series of limited edition shirts due out this holiday season, the fourth such collaboration for the label. The project also references the designers' own ouevre, playing on a...
Furnigraph Mumbletronic Digital Watch: Interview with Bob Kronbauer
(02 July 2009) - Canadian-based skateboarding blog Club Mumble and custom furniture designer Furni recently teamed up for some awesome ventures, including Contributor, a skateboarding charity for underprivileged youth, and the newly released (today) Furnigraph Mumbletronic Digital Watch. We had a chance to chat with the founder of Club Mumble, Bob Kronbauer (pictured right), and learn a little more about these projects. Let’s start simple, what kind of...
(02 July 2009) - Canadian-based skateboarding blog Club Mumble and custom furniture designer Furni recently teamed up for some awesome ventures, including Contributor, a skateboarding charity for underprivileged youth, and the newly released (today) Furnigraph Mumbletronic Digital Watch. We had a chance to chat with the founder of Club Mumble, Bob Kronbauer (pictured right), and learn a little more about these projects. Let’s start simple, what kind of...
Context x Kicking Mule 1980 Hand Dye Jeans
(29 June 2009) - An exclusive first look, Context drops another collabo today, this time with Kicking Mule Workshop for an ultra limited-edition pair of denim pants. A small production of only 50 pairs worldwide, the shuttle-loomed denim leaves a clean white selvage line—but the dying process is what really sets them apart. To make the dye, harvests of the indigo leaves from the Okayama Prefecture in Japan...
(29 June 2009) - An exclusive first look, Context drops another collabo today, this time with Kicking Mule Workshop for an ultra limited-edition pair of denim pants. A small production of only 50 pairs worldwide, the shuttle-loomed denim leaves a clean white selvage line—but the dying process is what really sets them apart. To make the dye, harvests of the indigo leaves from the Okayama Prefecture in Japan...
Bewley's x Orla Kiely Tea Caddy
(04 June 2009) - In its second limited-edition run, Orla Kiely's tea caddy for iconic Irish tea company Bewley's provides a fresh take on usually unremarkable tins. Founded in 1840, Bewley's is a classic among those living in Dublin, Kiely included. As a student she became fond of their cafe, and today her signature "Scribble Stem" print wraps around the tin, adding a touch of color to any...
(04 June 2009) - In its second limited-edition run, Orla Kiely's tea caddy for iconic Irish tea company Bewley's provides a fresh take on usually unremarkable tins. Founded in 1840, Bewley's is a classic among those living in Dublin, Kiely included. As a student she became fond of their cafe, and today her signature "Scribble Stem" print wraps around the tin, adding a touch of color to any...
David Lynch: Dark Night of the Soul
(02 June 2009) - by Julie Wolfson A physical exegesis of the album Dark Night of the Soul, controversial filmmaker David Lynch collaborated with the album's creators—Danger Mouse and Sparklehorse—to create a two-room installation at the Michael Kohn Gallery in Los Angeles. The intermingling of the music and photos was no accident. A huge fan of Lynch, Danger Mouse approached the filmmaker about working together on a project. Lynch,...
(02 June 2009) - by Julie Wolfson A physical exegesis of the album Dark Night of the Soul, controversial filmmaker David Lynch collaborated with the album's creators—Danger Mouse and Sparklehorse—to create a two-room installation at the Michael Kohn Gallery in Los Angeles. The intermingling of the music and photos was no accident. A huge fan of Lynch, Danger Mouse approached the filmmaker about working together on a project. Lynch,...
Dror x Target Stack Bookcase
(02 June 2009) - Much like their wildly successful diffusion lines with fashion designers, Target's new line with Dror Benshetrit signals a willingness to take on smaller industrial designers than they have previously and package them for the masses. Of the upcoming collection of bedding, furniture and stationery, all designed with small spaces in mind, we think the Stack bookcase ($90, due out later this month) is the...
(02 June 2009) - Much like their wildly successful diffusion lines with fashion designers, Target's new line with Dror Benshetrit signals a willingness to take on smaller industrial designers than they have previously and package them for the masses. Of the upcoming collection of bedding, furniture and stationery, all designed with small spaces in mind, we think the Stack bookcase ($90, due out later this month) is the...
Robi Walters and Leanne Wright: Bless-ed
(27 May 2009) - by Ariston Anderson Artists Robi Walters and Leanne Wright joined forces after meeting in London in 1991, designing album covers for prominent underground dance labels and producers including Giles Peterson, Bebel Gilberto and Carl Craig. After moving back to Leanne's native Canada in 2004, their art began to reflect the changing nature of the music business. In their new show Bless-ed at the newly founded...
(27 May 2009) - by Ariston Anderson Artists Robi Walters and Leanne Wright joined forces after meeting in London in 1991, designing album covers for prominent underground dance labels and producers including Giles Peterson, Bebel Gilberto and Carl Craig. After moving back to Leanne's native Canada in 2004, their art began to reflect the changing nature of the music business. In their new show Bless-ed at the newly founded...
Solebox x Hypebeast x Adidas: Zeitfreis Cycling Sneakers
(18 May 2009) - Later this month, Adidas will introduce Zeitfrei, its new line of cycling-inspired shoes. For the first offerings, they opted for a pair of collaborations, one with the preeminent sneaker site Hypebeast and the other with the Berlin-based boutique Solebox. Both feature a low-profile design with technical elements specifically made for fixed-gear cycling. Perforated uppers give ventilation and subtle reflective accents surround the shoes' base...
(18 May 2009) - Later this month, Adidas will introduce Zeitfrei, its new line of cycling-inspired shoes. For the first offerings, they opted for a pair of collaborations, one with the preeminent sneaker site Hypebeast and the other with the Berlin-based boutique Solebox. Both feature a low-profile design with technical elements specifically made for fixed-gear cycling. Perforated uppers give ventilation and subtle reflective accents surround the shoes' base...
Leucos at Euroluce
(08 May 2009) - by Tisha Leung If you visited Euroluce during Milan Design Week 2009, you may have spied Leucos' 30 new lighting options. The nearly half-century old Italian consortium created an unusual exhibit to unveil their new Moai floor light. Designed by young Turkish designer Defne Koz, Moai was part of a major communication event involving showrooms in major cities around the globe. At precisely noon local...
(08 May 2009) - by Tisha Leung If you visited Euroluce during Milan Design Week 2009, you may have spied Leucos' 30 new lighting options. The nearly half-century old Italian consortium created an unusual exhibit to unveil their new Moai floor light. Designed by young Turkish designer Defne Koz, Moai was part of a major communication event involving showrooms in major cities around the globe. At precisely noon local...
Plaztik Mag x Factory Fresh: Boxed In
(05 May 2009) - by Ariston Anderson A prime example of the way global economic anxieties are already showing up in art is the group show "Boxed In," the latest presented by Plaztik Mag and Factory Fresh, in which artists created their cardboard dream home. Alison Corrie, best known for her gorgeous design work and delicate collages, built a beautiful gyspy caravan, inspired by those she saw on her...
(05 May 2009) - by Ariston Anderson A prime example of the way global economic anxieties are already showing up in art is the group show "Boxed In," the latest presented by Plaztik Mag and Factory Fresh, in which artists created their cardboard dream home. Alison Corrie, best known for her gorgeous design work and delicate collages, built a beautiful gyspy caravan, inspired by those she saw on her...
Milan Design Week 2009: Tivoli Audio Cappellini
(24 April 2009) - Tivoli Audio, purveyor of the world's finest small-scale sound systems, further cemented its dedication to quality design this week in partnering with the Italian furniture manufacturer, Cappellini. Announcing three eye-poping colors of its flagship Model One and the NetWorks global audio system, Tivoli Audio Cappellini shows some early promise in returning home audio to its former state of glory. The timing couldn't be better...
(24 April 2009) - Tivoli Audio, purveyor of the world's finest small-scale sound systems, further cemented its dedication to quality design this week in partnering with the Italian furniture manufacturer, Cappellini. Announcing three eye-poping colors of its flagship Model One and the NetWorks global audio system, Tivoli Audio Cappellini shows some early promise in returning home audio to its former state of glory. The timing couldn't be better...
Airstream x MINI Cooper S Clubman x Republic of Fritz Hansen
(22 April 2009) - For someone like myself who grew up traveling in converted buses, this new Republic of Fritz Hansen-designed Airstream and coordinating modified MINI Cooper S Clubman doesn't look exactly practical, but it does look dreamy. At 6.8 meters long (about 22 feet), the Airstream trailer makes for a relatively compact way to make a road-trip luxurious—for fans of both sea and sun. Incorporating neoprene, acid...
(22 April 2009) - For someone like myself who grew up traveling in converted buses, this new Republic of Fritz Hansen-designed Airstream and coordinating modified MINI Cooper S Clubman doesn't look exactly practical, but it does look dreamy. At 6.8 meters long (about 22 feet), the Airstream trailer makes for a relatively compact way to make a road-trip luxurious—for fans of both sea and sun. Incorporating neoprene, acid...
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