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The Outcast

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:51:00 EDT

We've collaborated with THECAST's Ryan Turner to create The Outcast, a new menswear collaboration. Here, Turner shares some of his war stories and inspiration.

Stylelikeu

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:52:00 EDT

Mother-daughter team Elisa Goodkind and Lily Mandelbaum are the founders of Stylelikeu, a website that delves into the wardrobes of interesting people. We recently got them to open up their own closets and show us some of their favorites.

Amanda Blank

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:56:00 EDT

We're big on supporting local talent, so we were psyched when Philadelphia rapper Amanda Blank helped celebrate the release of her debut album with a show at one of our NYC stores. We also caught up with Amanda for an interview.

Main Street

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:22:00 EST

Main Street: An Exhibition of New Video Art and Animation is on view Gallery Space at Space 15 Twenty in Los Angeles through December 6. Here, a preview of the artists' work.

Partners & Spade

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:02:00 EDT

Molly Young visits the downtown studio of Partners & Spade and finds its proprietors just as charming as their wares.

Shelby DiMarco

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:52:00 EDT

Drifting between the shores of Malibu and the streets of Los Angeles, blogger and artist Shelby DiMarco's work and life is infused with a magical style that's all her own.

Where the Wild Things Are

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:12:00 EDT

In anticipation of the release of the feature-film adaptation of Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are, we've partnered with Warner Brothers and director Spike Jonze to celebrate the movie and its magical story. Now, let the wild rumpus start!

Alison Mosshart

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:53:00 EDT

In our first installment of our new Style Icon series, Jen Hanley from Gnarlitude talks to Alison Mosshart about her legendary tough-girl style.

Eugenia Kim of Eek!

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:13:00 EDT

Though her collaboration with UO is called EEK!, hat designer Eugenia is definitely not a meek little mouse.

Emma Fletcher of Fletcher by Lyell

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:46:00 EDT

Emma Fletcher, the designer behind Lyell and one of our newest collaborations, Fletcher by Lyell, gives us a peek inside her inspiration files.

Scorpio Rising

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:51:00 EDT

We partnered with astrologer Susan Miller to create specialized horoscopes for our new Scorpio Rising collection and couldn't be more psyched. Read on to find out what your sign should be wearing, and download personalized Scorpio Rising wallpapers!

Urban Outfitters + The Impossible Project

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:46:00 EDT

We couldn't be more excited about this: We've partnered with The Impossible Project to bring you deadstock Polaroid cameras and film, loads of info about the past, present and future of Polaroid, and plenty of inspiring art.

Henrik Olsen & Live Berg Olsen

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:11:00 EDT

Hailing from Copenhagen, Henrik Olsen and Live Berg Olsen have spent the summer working at UO's home office in Philadelphia. We can't get enough of their mix of Scandinavian designers and vintage finds, so here, they give us a peek inside their suitcases.

Lizzie Fortunato

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:08:00 EDT

Lizzie Fortunato is the talented pair of hands behind Lizzie Fortunato Jewels, and it turns out the designer's digs are just as cool as her creations. One peek inside her Manhattan loft, and it's easy to see where she gets her inspiration

Yael Aflalo of Reformed and Nom De Plume Yaya

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:15:00 EDT

We caught up with Yael Aflalo, one of the lovely ladies behind our exclusive collaborations Reformed and Nom De Plume by Yaya, while she was catching waves and rays in Montauk.

CHBP: UO's Ultimate Guide to Seattle

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:43:00 EDT

If you're in Seattle this weekend for the Capitol Hill Block Party, we've rounded up more eating spots, more drinking spots, more coffee spots and more shopping than you could ever pack into two days. That doesn't mean you shouldn't try.

CHBP: The Pains of Being Pure at Heart

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 09:44:00 EDT

In advance of The Pains of Being Pure at Heart's show at Capitol Hill Block Party, we caught up with singer Kip Berman on one of his rare days off in Brooklyn, where he was psyched to talk about Smashing Pumpkins and Waffle House.

CHBP: Micachu and the Shapes

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 16:15:00 EDT

In anticipation of their July 24 performance at the Capitol Hill Block Party in Seattle, we caught up with Mica Levi of Micachu and the Shapes to get the goods on grime and their homemade instruments.

DIY or Die at UO

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:51:00 EDT

On July 12th, we hosted NYC-blogs Bad Looking, Dirty Flaws, I’ll Wear Any Color as Long as It’s Black, Pamalamala and Six Six Sick for an afternoon of fashion DIY. A good time was had by all and if you missed it, you can check out the photos here and download the handy DIY zine.

Crocodiles

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:51:00 EDT

The fuzzy, lo-fi songs of San Diego duo Crocodiles are pure, catchy pop with surprising not-so-sunny side. Fortunately, they're not nearly as angry as they look.

Michael, Kevin & Geoff

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:31:00 EST

New works on paper from three old friends in Los Angeles—Michael Leon, Kevin Lyons and Geoff McFetridge. Opening this Saturday.

Domo x 7-11

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:23:00 EST

While 7-11 hasn't won any awards for cleanliness (at least not the one by us), they do get props for their new Domo-themed accoutrement. Mmmm, slurpees... (Via Lovely Package.)

Dévastée x Iena

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:43:00 EST

Dévastée have long been one of my favorite designers and watching them go from T-shirts to ready-to-wear and now amazing tote bags in collaboration with Iena couldn't make me any happier. Now if only they weren't exclusively available in Japan!! -Jen

One Every Day

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:28:00 EST

Through December 19th, catch the One Every Day show at the Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts. Curated by Printeresting, the show is a collected of printed ephemera from the likes of Megawords, Kate Bingamin-Burt, Colby Bird, Adam Pendleton, Dexter Sinister and many more.

Hotel Praktik Rambla

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:19:00 EST

The slogan for the Praktik Rambla is 'Less is Luxe," and so it's a beautiful hotel you can actually afford to stay in, instead of one of those places where you have to pool your money to split a martini at the bar.

Music Go Music

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:05:00 EST

When a band is this good, they're either from Sweden or LA.

The Twentyten

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:53:00 EST

Oh that? That's just The Twentyten's "makeout guard." No big deal. Nails play a big part in their latest collection as does a really beautiful dip dyed & draped pink and purple gown. -Jen

Six Scents Series Two

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:42:00 EST

This Friday, stop by Reward to catch a whiff of Six Scents Series Two, designer fragrances from Toga, Henrik Vibskov, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Richard Nicoll, House of Holland and Damir Doma, and preview the short film that accompanies each scent. Smells like fashion.

Shoes + Shoes + Shoes + Bags

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:40:00 EST

Space 15 Twenty's new shoe boutique opens this Friday, with a special performance by DJ Lynnetic and shoes from Candela NYC, Colonial Madness, Dr. Martens, Frye, Toms, Marais and oh so much more. They're even stocking scents from Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, and if you stop by on opening night, you can sample goodies from the Green Truck and Minx Nails. These shoes were made for shopping! Seriously, they were.

Hostess Cake Sushi

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:32:00 EST

Sushi that even the pickiest eater can get behind. What it lacks in vitamins it makes up for in geometrical splendor, wouldn't you say? -Molly

All For The Mountain Sacred

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:26:00 EST

When I got word that All For The Mountain had a new collection out titled "Sacred Mountain," I was instantly ecstatic. Everything they do is so wonderful and when I spied the drip crown ring I knew it was the show stopper, especially when they feature it on top of Queen Elizabeth's head and it looks right at home. -Jen

The Journal of Popular Noise

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:24:00 EST

A semi-annual audio magazine that's hand-letterpressed and hand-folded, The Journal of Popular Noise just released its latest copy, which features recordings from Foscil's residency at the BLVD Gallery in Seattle.

Zimtstern "Leaves"

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:15:00 EST

Swiss snowboard company Zimtstern knows how to make the most out of a beautiful fall day.

The Weezer Snuggie

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:55:00 EST

To go along with the release of their new album, Raditude, Weezer is also releasing two, limited-edition Weezer Snuggies. Now you can watch TV on the couch with Grandma without losing your indie-rock cred.

Surface 2 Air Animal Buckle Shoe

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:54:00 EST

Fashionistas, take up your arms: The latest must-have shoe comes courtesy of Surface 2 Air and is sold exclusively at Surface 2 Air Paris, Browns Focus London, and Gargyle NYC. We suspect there are going to be some elbows thrown over this one.

Music Mondays

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:53:00 EST

We're excited to introduce our new Music Mondays—five free songs to start the week off right. Download and keep it to yourself, or embed the player on your own blog to share the love. After all, everyone needs a little help recovering from the weekend.

The Event

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:17:00 EST

Starting on Wednesday in Eastside, Birmingham, is not just an event, but The Event, a five-day contemporary arts festival. Events within the event include artist Mark Essen's roaming record exchange, an on-site creation of the seventh issue of An Endless Supply, and a performance of "and you shall know us by the trail of Morris Men," where the Morris Men will escort the audience from venue to venue and kick off the proceedings with a dance.

Burobeluga

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:24:00 EST

Burobeluga does some of the most amazing, whimsical, dreamy window design we've ever seen. How much do you want to just move in and live in their world?

Jesse Spears

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:23:00 EST

Jesse Spears is currently subletting my friends house in LA who has literally 20 huge stacks of vintage Easyriders magazines and so it's no surprise that she claims her latest painting was inspired by her. I'm sure the magazines didn't hurt either. These are the kind of incredible drawings that end up as the raddest tattoos. -Jen

Unmentionable Cuisine

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:15:00 EST

Calvin W. Schwabe's Unmentionable Cuisine was published in 1979 and continues to be the best of its kind. What kind is that? You'll see. Thank you, Google Books! -Molly