A few weeks ago we covered an incredible accomplishment by well respected German graffiti artist Mad C. Her 700 Wall is not only her biggest graffiti project yet, but it’s also one of the largest pieces found in the world. It took her a year to complete, from planning to execution, entirely on her own. […]
If you’re looking to get the best sound from your loudspeaker — and you’re willing to throw $175,000 into your system — then you could do worse than Trenner & Friedl’s Duke loudspeaker. The ultra premium Austrian stereo manufacturer has spared no expense crafting what they consider the finest speaker, and they’re not afraid to […]
Most umbrellas have the personality of a spoon — ever functional, but infinitely plain and unremarkable. But if you’re the type of person who likes his accessories to have some bite, then you may want to check out Archer Adams London‘s Westminster Umbrella. Fashioned with a silver-plated handle and of quality materials — including Swarovski […]
You know that when Tom Ford and Terry Richardson collaborate on a photo shoot that some magic is going to happen. Such is the case with this Western-themed shoot highlighting Ford’s clothing and shot by Richardson for January’s issue of Vogue Paris. Starring supermodels Crystal Renn, Eniko Mihalik and Abbey Lee Kershaw (and styled by […]
The Tantalus case by esteemed British woodworker David Linley is something every gentlemen worth his weight in scotch should have in their household. Made of Macassar ebony, dark stained walnut and nickel engraving plates, the lead crystal decanters held within can be safely locked — that way no wandering snifter poachers can get their hands […]
Alexander McQueen releases this set of cufflinks in his signature skull motif, each featuring Swarovski crystals for eyes. Part of the McQueen Fall/Winter 2010 Collection, the cufflinks are available in gun metal black, dark silver or gold tone, and can be found at the Alexander McQueen online store for between $240 and $255. See the […]
Off the sophomore album from Australia’s Midnight Juggernauts, Crystal Axis, comes the single and video “Lara Vs The Savage Pack”. The highly creative video was shot frame by frame, then re-shot using over 2000 printed pieces of paper. I dig the quasi-psychedelic animations; half kaliedescope, half paper madness. Directed by Lucinda Schreiber and Beatrice Pegard, […]
I really love pocket watches, but I’ve always assumed it was just a strange fetish. I’m the proud owner of my grandfather’s 19th century pocket watch, and although I’ve wanted to rock it out at the proper party I just couldn’t bring myself to leave the house with it — knowing my luck it would […]