Obviously borrowing a lot from classic Chuck Taylor All Star high tops, Japanese label SASQUATCHfabrix. releases their Zenarchy Double Zip Star Sneakers. SASQUATCHfabrix. switches things up by substituting a double zipper in place of the Chuck Taylor’s traditional laces, and adding some high quality leather details and branding. The SASQUATCHfabrix. Zenarchy Double Zip Star Sneaker […]
11
May
A Japanese take on the classic Chuck Taylor All Stars
5
May
A classic Swiss watch re-created to restore an aviation legend
Breitling puts its money where its aviation heritage mouth is by recently vowing to restore the legendary “Super Constellation” aircraft, one of the last three “Super Connies” left in the world. To pay for the restoration, the esteemed Swiss watchmaker announced it will release a limited edition model of its classic Navitimer Aviation Chronograph watch […]
5
May
B&R blacks out their classic diving wristwatch
I’ve been on somewhat of a Bell & Ross kick lately, so it’s good to wake up to news of a new watch from the austere watchmakers. Their BR 02 1000m water resistant diver wristwatch gets their signature Phantom makeover, plumbing the entire watch in a deep all-black colorway. Constructed of PVD steel, the wristwatch features […]
3
May
Taking very cheap footwear and making it very expensive
If you’re looking to kick your summer off right, then a pair of Havaiana flip-flops may be the way to get your BBQ/pool party juices flowing. And why pick up just any pair of the classic Brazilian sandals, when instead you can snap up a pair of their collaboration with Italian luxury house Missoni? Utilizing […]
2
May
A skateboard classic high-top gets reborn
Just in time for Spring, Italian sportswear label ellesse revives its classic The Assist skateboard high-top. Part of their Heritage line, The Assist was worn on the feet of legendary 80s skaters like Natas, Mic E Reyes, Tommy & Thiebaud. As it’s a classic skate shoe, The Assist features copious padding, protective lace loops, high […]
22
Apr
When luxury and crew neck collide
Leave it to Burberry to create a pullover sweater beyond expectations. This traditional classic crew neck cut in a merino wool and silk-blend, with generous use of ribbing. Rib trim is used on not only the traditional cuffs and hemline, but on the elbows, shoulders and sides as well — designed to create a fitted […]
15
Apr
The very cleverly engineered urban city bike
Dutch bicycle manufacturer VANMOOF has designed perhaps the ultimate urban bike. VANMOOF’s No.5 bicycle counters all the common pitfalls that come with riding your bike around a city into one simple yet innovative design. The highly geometric frame is aluminum (and rust free), integrating a solar powered LED light system that is built inside its […]
14
Apr
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The hilariously stimulating art of Barnaby Barford
I don’t know what it is, but I have a soft spot for toys and dolls doing very bad things. Very very bad things. Whether its Barbie committing bloody kitchen decapitations, action figures attacking naked girls and acting like stalking paparazzi, or just straight-up Barbie Porn, something always strikes a satiric chord when the innocent […]
