Archive for January, 2009
Swarovski crystal studded Ben Wilson Low-rider bike
This good looking hand-built low-rider bike has been inspired from a study of Americal Low-rider culture. The Low-rider bike by Ben Wilson dares to challenge conventional bicycle ergonomics and makes for a super smooth relaxing ride. This is not the end. Well, what do you think this trendy Low-rider bike would like after receiving some good bling treatment by guys over at Swarovski, world’s finest crystal manufacturer. Nearly 110 000 crystals have been set in to Ben Wilson Low-rider. This crystal studded Low-rider bike is hand made to order. We couldn’t get any info about the pricing, but it certainly won’t fit the budget of an average Joe.
Source: Bornrich
Friday, 09.January.2009 | Posted in Arts, Lifestyle by · Comments OffDoodah Supermodel Skateboards
Our friends from Doodah have recently come out with a Supermodel Skateboard series in collaboration with fashion photographers Claudia Knoepfel and Stefan Indlekofer, who have both been working in recent years with Vogue Paris, i-D Magazine and other well respected fashion magazines.
The outcome is a series of four skateboard decks, featuring Isabeli Fontana, Lara Stone, Toni Garrn and Edita. Limited to 150 pieces worldwide, the decks are now available.
Source: Highsnobiety
Thursday, 08.January.2009 | Posted in Arts, Brands, Sports by · Comments OffColorful Aerial 7 Headphones
Aerial7 ‘s product line consists of funky colors that are certainly eye-catching and would probably appear to burgeoning DJ’s as they seem to be on the bigger side. Prices are reasonable ranging from $49.99 to $79.99 for Tank, Chopper, and Matador (names of the headphones). If you insist on wearing this with your iPhone
than you may be more inclined to purchase the pair named Tank as they include an extra cable with a microphone for answering phone calls.
Source: Chip Chick
More pics after the jump.
Thursday, 08.January.2009 | Posted in Brands, Tech by · Comments OffConverse 100th Anniversary Shoes in a Box
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the canvas all star basketball shoes, Converse has produced a limited edition of 1000 books containing a pair of shoes. Using the theme of ‘star’, the book details the history of the canvas all star brand and features interviews by 100 of today’s biggest stars. Also, in an effort to support the young creative people of the world, Converse has chosen 100 people and put them together with the famous actors, comedians, stylists, photographers, art directors etc who inspire them to pursue the same career. The shoes have been made especially for this project and come in white, black and red, and in two sizes, 24cm and 27cm.
Source: Designboom
The Converse box hopefully will be available at Vagant soon.
Thursday, 08.January.2009 | Posted in Arts, Brands, Preview by · Comments OffMishka 59FIFTYs
Mishka once again has partnered with New Era. He has created a few caps in very fresh colors with kind of demons stitched on. The caps feature Mishka’s designs, a embroidered “MNWKA” on the rear and Satin print lined interior branded taping and a moisture absorbing sweatband.
Available at New Era.
More pics after the jump.
Thursday, 08.January.2009 | Posted in Fashion by · Comments OffNike Dunk Lazy Savage Denim High – Releasing 1/11/09
Here is a look at the latest from akalazy, the savage denim highs. Set to release on January 11th at 10pm EST. There’ll be only 12 pairs of it. It comes in a black/grey used denim style.
Source: Nikeskateboarding
Thursday, 08.January.2009 | Posted in Brands, Preview by · Comments OffVans Half Cab Pro Pack- Varsity
Vans gives us yet another great release with this Half Cab Pro Pack. These Half Cabs feature premium suede and leather, along with chenille, seemlingly influenced by varsity letterman jackets. Also paying dues to a true varsity, enlarged embroidery stitching reading Half Cab on the heel tab. Equipped with two-toned laces, these are sure to add to the repertoire of success for the Vans Half Cab. While the College Blue colorway has already released, the black and red are to be expected in the upcoming weeks.
Source: Freshness
More pics after the jump.
Thursday, 08.January.2009 | Posted in Brands by · 1 CommentAngelis Labor Gabriel luxury turntable

The Angelis Labor Gabriel turntable features four separate arms that sit on a platter suspended on a magnetically levitated spindle. The materials used in the making include aluminum, bronze and stainless steel. The turntable and arm are decoupled at several points, under the base, turntable and the pin. Price: between $27,000 and $64,000.
Source: Kanyeuniversecity
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Wednesday, 07.January.2009 | Posted in Tech by · Comments Off‘cut armchair’ by Filippo Ghezzani for the home key
The name ‘cut armchair’ directly reflects the conceptual form of the chair which is made-up of four consecutive, vertically cut autonomous parts. You can acquire a real sense of the chair’s structure only when you relate its geometric cut form to its baseline and see the pieces standing individually. The chair was designed by Filippo Gezzhani, for the home key’s ‘simple collection’.
Source: Designboom
More pics after the jump.
Wednesday, 07.January.2009 | Posted in Brands, Home, Lifestyle by · Comments OffLouis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse – Skate Deck + Trunk
Photo by Louis Vuitton
Ahead of a retrospective exhibition at New York’s Deitch Projects Gallery as well as the release of The Stephen Sprouse Book by Roger & Mauricio Padilha, luxury goods label Louis Vuitton will transform its SoHo flagship into a temporary showcase by the late Stephen Sprouse. Covered the store front in its entirety will be Sprouse’s signature graffiti in neon and vinyl, while a 6-foot neon light installation of Sprouse’s Rose design will be hung at the window.
Come this Thursday, January 8th, the store will become the debut point for LV’s latest, the Rose Collection, inspired by Sprouse’s previous work. The new collection will be available at all LV retail locations on February 2nd. However, 2 limited edition items will only be available at the SoHo flagship – 3 sets of skate decks imprinted with Stephen Sprouse’s graffiti + an unique Louis Vuitton Monogram skateboard trunk (seen above), and 70 units of Stephen Sprouse “Roses” T-Shirt. The skate deck and trunk set will sell for $8,250 each. The limited edition t-shirt will be available for $250 each. All proceeds will be for 3 charities centered on the promotion of art in NYC: Free Arts NYC Program, Sprouse Estate, and Stephen Sprouse Memorial Scholarship Fund at National Academy of Design.
Source: Freshness
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