The Bespoke Bloke

Nakom by Rasquaché Film Productions

2014-05-08T19:57:00.000-04:00

Nakom- A Ghanaian student's vision of his future takes a sudden turn after his father's death. Obligation and ambition clash in modern Africa.

From two years living and working in Nakom, Ghana, to crafting an authentic and ambitious script, to the hard fight for production financing, to shooting-the-impossible-shoot over more than 2 months in a village with no electricity – a feat made possible ONLY through the teamwork of hundreds of Nakom’s villagers and our small, determined crew – our dream of the feature film NAKOM has been 8 years in the making, and is now in the home stretch!

Visit their kickstarter page HERE to support the film!!

Heritage Leather Co. Utility Bag

2014-04-30T11:24:00.002-04:00

Heritage Leather Co's Utility bag is a no-nonsense piece that's perfect for anything. The bag is made from a tough 12 oz canvas with a water-resistant fiberboard interior bottom, metal feet, and 12-gauge rivet secured steel dowels at the top of the bag.
$39, Hickorees

Source: Acquiremag

#Blokeapproved-Tzukuri Eyewear

2014-04-30T01:00:00.000-04:00

If you're like many people, you've probably lost a sunglass or two. Tzukuri Eyewear plans to change that with a line of sunglasses with built-in iBeacons that communicate with your phone via Bluetooth to notify you when your shades have been left behind. The sunglasses also have a built in solar cell to keep them charged and the company analyzed thousands of faces using 3D technology to create six frames suited to just about any face.
Tzukuri

Source:Acquiremag

Gisele Bundchen Sings “Heart of Glass” in Sexy Bikinis for H&M’s New Summer 2014 Campaign

2014-04-23T02:25:00.000-04:00

The face of H&M’s upcoming Summer 2014 advertising campaign, 33-year-old Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen covers Blondie’s “Heart of Glass” in this brand new video. Bundchen can be seen posing the clothing retailer’s upcoming line of sexy beachwear while her own vocal rendition of the 1978 classic plays in the background; the cover is produced by Bob Sinclar. The campaign will begin in-store and on H&M beginning May 1. Bundchen’s edition of “Heart of Glass” is currently available for purchase on iTunes.

Source: Highsnobiety

The Swiss Army Knife of Lip Balm

2014-04-16T13:00:00.000-04:00

Designed for the Swedish Military, adopted by mountaineers and adventurers, Hudsalve is hearty, no-frills skin protection for lips, face, hands, elbows, and feet. A staple of many European armies, and necessity being the mother of invention, its uses have now grown to near mythical status. It has been used to grease weapons, and condition boots. Swedish tank commanders use it to combat mosquitoes. Some say it is edible, that is a line we have not crossed... but in a pinch, when no one's looking, it just might be suitable to grease your cast iron.

BUY HERE

H&M X Alexander Wang

2014-04-13T06:19:00.001-04:00

H&M announced yesterday during an event at the Coachella Music Festival, in Palm Springs, California, USA, that their next designer collaboration will be with Alexander Wang. This partnership marks the first time that an American designer teams up with H&M on the much anticipated designer collaboration.

The New York based Fashion Designer’s eponymous brand has firmly established itself by perpetually evolving and re-contextualizing the urban uniform, since it was launched on the runway in 2007. Alexander Wang’s core sensibility is a reflection on contrasts, blending seamlessly between the refined and the imperfect. His collections have an unprecious outlook on fashion, and always reflect a sense of ease.

The Alexander Wang x H&M collection will feature apparel and accessories for women and men. Typical for his irreverent approach, Alexander Wang will propose a new take on the lifestyle product offering that goes beyond fashion. The full collection will be available in 250 H&M stores worldwide, and online starting November 6, 2014.

Alexander Wang says, “I am honored to be a part of H&M’s designer collaborations. The work with their team is an exciting, fun process. They are very open to push boundaries and to set a platform for creativity. This will be a great way for a wider audience to experience elements of the Alexander Wang brand and lifestyle.”

"Alexander Wang is one of the most important voices in fashion today. He understands exactly what people want to wear and does it with an energy and passion that’s infectious. It feels incredible to be collaborating with him this year,” says Margareta van den Bosch, H&M’s creative advisor.

#ALEXANDERWANGxHM
Stay tuned for more info...

Source: H&M

Vintage Ads Refixed by David Redon

2014-04-07T02:00:00.000-04:00

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Source: Ad Libitum

H&M Loves Music -Runway Remix

2014-04-04T12:26:00.000-04:00

Walk to the beat from coast to coast. Visit H&M Loves Music tent at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts festival where they are kicking off their Runway Remix.
From Coachella,, you can follow them on their college tour and get the chance to star in an exclusive Kilo Kish music video!

SOURCE:H&M

Pepsi Max -Augmented reality bus shelter

2014-04-04T11:09:00.000-04:00

Pepsi max has surprised commuters with their ‘unbelievable’ AR installation at a bus shelter on new oxford street in london. the intervention locates a special real-time display on the exterior face of a billboard wall, which visualizes a realistic augmented live stream of exaggerated events from the inside. from a giant robot crashing through the road’s brickwork to a passerby being abducted by flying saucers, the interactive experience creates unusual scenarios on the street, engaging the public for a publicity stunt.

SOURCE: Feel Desain

OUTRAGEOUSLY COOL REMODELED 1960′S MINIMAL CONDO

2014-03-15T15:38:00.001-04:00

This place is so #Blokeapproved!!

SOURCE:Airows

“FIRST STRING” CONVERSE JACK PURCELL FOR HANCOCK

2014-03-13T09:36:00.004-04:00

The Jack Purcell gets ready for the rain with a Converse First String collaboration with Hancock Vulcanized Articles. Available in Blazing Yellow, Chateau Grey and Dark Navy, each pair features a waterproof siphonia elastic bonded rubber outershell, imprinted lining, embossed ‘Hancock 1843′ metal eyelets, embroidered ‘HVA’ heel pull tabs and dual branded first string inner soles. The collection is available in limited numbers and will be released on March 15 at both Up There Store locations in Melbourne, and online from midday.

SOURCE: Highsnobiety

BILLIONAIRE BOYS CLUB ‘Spring/Summer 2014 Look Book’

2014-03-12T10:00:00.000-04:00

Directed & Edited By: Dexter Navy
Shot By: Ash of Uzi
Music By: Krash
Models: 100s, Niko The Ikon, Sean Lyles and Aleali May
Produced by a number of names*

SOURCE: BBCICECREAM.EU TV

The 2Pack Bag by Hard Graft

2014-03-11T17:00:00.000-04:00

Hard Graft definitely knows a few things about functionality. Their new 2Pack bag is a laptop bag rich with features and has the flexibility of being carried in three ways. You can throw it over your shoulder as a messenger, use the bottom handle and carry it portfolio style, or you can take the straps and convert it into a backpack.

Source: Acquire

STUTTERHEIM INFERNO RAINCOAT

2014-03-11T12:08:00.002-04:00

Stutterheim readies its newest jacket, the all-weather Inferno. Handmade from a single waxed fabric from the British Midlands, the Inferno is a versatile jacket you'll definitely want within arm's reach when it cools down and starts to get a little wet out there. Buy it here

Source: Acquire

CONVERSE RELEASES "HERO" FEATURING MICK JONES, PAUL SIMONON, FRANK OCEAN AND DIPLO

2014-03-10T12:00:00.000-04:00

Converse Inc. announces the release of the brand new track, “Hero” featuring Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, Frank Ocean and Diplo.

As part of Converse’s ongoing Three Artists. One Song music series, “Hero” marks the brand’s ninth single that celebrates musical creativity, bringing together a dynamic group of artists from varying genres. The unique collaboration teams up legendary musicians Mick Jones (The Clash, Big Audio Dynamite) and Paul Simonon (The Clash, The Good, The Bad & The Queen), recording artist Frank Ocean and internationally acclaimed producer Diplo. The creation of the track is also documented in a behind-the-scenes video, which offers a sneak peek into the recording process.

Visit ConverseMusic.Tumblr.com to download "Hero" for free.

SOURCE: Nike

Pharrell x G-Star RAW Turn Ocean Plastic into Jeans!

2014-02-22T09:04:00.000-05:00

Pharrell Williams, Creative Director of Bionic Yarn, recently announced ‘RAW for the Oceans’, a long-term innovative collaboration between denim brand G-Star RAW where together they will create a full collection made with recycled materials from the oceans in stores from August 2014.

For more information about RAW for the Oceans click here

SOURCE:We The Urban

Herschel Supply Co. for Liberty of London Spring 2014 Collection

2014-02-16T13:00:00.000-05:00

As a brand intent on modernizing classic style, Herschel Supply is proud to introduce a new partnership with Liberty of London; one of the last great emporiums for innovative and eclectic design. The combination of detailed prints paired with the much celebrated silhouettes from Herschel Supply, gives rise to this collection of instant classics.

Drawing on a legacy of beautifully crafted prints, Liberty and Herschel Supply worked together to select the ideal patterns for four bag styles. The artistic, splattered Melly print decorates aspects of the Heritage backpack, Novel duffle and Seymour laptop sleeve. The Melly is beautifully offset by a rich floral Mitsi Valeria print, which adorns each bag’s interior. These vibrant patterns are complimented by neutrals of the main compartments, including Black, Dark Navy, Cobalt and Khaki.

Alongside these full volume styles, are two progressive Settlement Kids backpacks. The downsized exclusives feature a combination of the Japanese inspired Mitsi Valeria cherry blossom pattern and the a stylized incarnation of the 1933 Betsy floral print.

SOURCE: Herschel Supply

Hasselblad HV 24.3 Megapixel Full-Frame DSLR Camera

2014-02-05T12:00:00.000-05:00

Swedish manufacturer of medium-format cameras, Hasselblad has just announced the new HV, a 24.3-megapixel, full-frame digital SLR that appears to be based on the Sony A99. Equipped with a Carl Zeiss 24-70mm lens and 35mm full-frame HD moviemaking capability, the HV ships with a specially designed, extremely robust case for extra protection against dust, water, chemical agents, and impacts and shocks. This lightweight case doubles as an integrated organizer to hold the camera, cables and chargers, memory cards, an iPad and a regular size laptop. The Hasselblad HV will be available soon at select retailers for approximately $11,500 USD.

Hasselblad

Adidas Stan Smith shoebox pop-up store

2014-02-05T07:00:00.000-05:00

Adidas has opened a Stan Smith pop-up shop to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic shoe. The pop-up store has been hosted in a scale replica of an adidas Stan Smith shoebox and offered exclusive and limited edition products as well as interactive experiences in celebration of the iconic shoe.

all images courtesy of innovate7

Paying homage to the classic all white silhouette, the Stan Smith Shoebox hosted a custom installation featuring 120 Stan Smith trainers as well as experiences including an interactive floor, a digital ‘Stan Yourself’ station and a 3D printing post.

In a sports brand first, an innovative 3D printing station at the shop created trefoil lace locks for guests to take away. Visitors were also given the chance to preview the ‘Stan Yourself‘ app, featuring their portrait and signature in place of the classic Stan Smith image found on the tongue of the shoe. With a function exclusive to the pop-up shop, guests created print outs of their Stan images, adding them to a Stan Smith Wall of Fame.

Source: Urdesign

WARBY PARKER SPRING '14

2014-02-05T02:00:00.000-05:00

Warby Parker's first seasonal collection for 2014 adds five new shapes and a great new set of color options. A couple of our favorites to look out for are the Kimball with its vintage shape and "Marzipan Tortoise" acetate and the Lowry sunglasses, a large wayfarer-like frame that comes in a beautiful "Green Citrine" colorway.

Warby Parker

Parabellum x Negative Vibes Templar Key Chain

2014-02-04T18:00:00.000-05:00

Parabellum and Negative Vibes team up to create the Templar Chain, a multi-purpose chain using 100+ year old sword chains. The carefully restored chains were sourced from various estate sales and were created as decorative scabbard chains for the Knights Templar. Limited to 33 pieces, each chain is matched with Parabellum's signature bison leather and military-grade ceramic.

$725, Parabellum

LEVI'S MADE X CRAFTED SS14 PARKA

2014-02-04T12:00:00.000-05:00

Levi's Made and Crafted Parka is a rain jacket that's all about the details. From its leather detailing on the placket to its taped seams and Italian cotton construction, it's an uncomplicated technical piece in a tailored cut that will look great all year round.

$595, Levi's

SOURCE: Acquiremag

JONATHAN SAUNDERS FOR SMYTHSON S/S '14

2014-02-04T02:00:00.000-05:00

Jonathan Saunders joins Smythson once again for his second collection with the luxury leather goods brand. His Spring/Summer '14 collection updates the Grosvenor collection with splashes of color-blocked panels in their briefcase and folio pieces.

Source: Acquiremag

Kanye x A.P.C. Fall/Winter 2014 collection

2014-01-19T12:09:00.000-05:00

Levi’s Premium Goods Spring/Summer 2014

2014-01-13T02:14:00.001-05:00

Influenced by traditional Americana styling of the ’60s, the Levi’s Premium Goods range for Spring/Summer 2014 offers a fresh update on classic style. The collection encompasses a bomber and varsity jacket in bright blue and navy, a white denim jacket with blue nautical striping lends a maritime vibe, while a white/navy button-up is a modern take on the trend. White jeans with blue upturned cuffs and classic dark denim complete the collection off. The range launches at the end of January in select Levi’s retailers and online.

Source Highsnobiety