Louis Vuitton presents a short film encasing the history of the simple bucket bag. Originally released in 1932, it was created for a champagne producer to hold four bottles upright and a fifth upside down in the bag. Take a look at the chronological history of this iconic bag and the different variations that have taken place.

WATCH | Louis Vuitton “Bubbling With Elegance” Short Film is a post by Denise Taw on Selectism.

We take a closer look at the SB4 Flyweight Mac Jacket by Private White V.C. , part of their Spring Summer 2013 collection. Paying homage to the history and heritage of raincoats made in Manchester, the label has created a lightweight and showerproof fabric out of long staple Egyptian cotton – making it portable and highly functional for those on the go. The back neck hanger is made from self-fabric and the center back vent is fastened with military grade combat buttons. A Vandyke stitching under the collar allows the wearer to turn up the collar. This made in England coat is now available in beige, raf blue and wasabi online at Private White V.C.

Private White V.C. SB4 Flyweight Mac Jacket is a post by Denise Taw on Selectism.

Acne Studios releases their second book “Bruce of Los Angeles Rodeo”, curated by renowned American Photography writer and critic Vince Aletti. Showcasing the work of Bruce Bellas aka Bruce of Los Angeles, we take a look at his most prolific work that gave birth to physique photography in the 1940′s and 1950′s and became a big influencer in the art community. Available in a numbered limited edition of 500 and a leatherette hard cover, the book is printed on a Japanese Komori printing press. Head over to Acne for a specially signed copy at $250.

Acne Studios Latest Book Release: “Bruce of Los Angeles Rodeo” is a post by Denise Taw on Selectism.

Introduced during Salone del Mobile 2013 and NYC Design Week, Herman Miller‘s Wireframe Sofa Group blends the idea of minimal design and comfort. Designed by Sam Hecht and Kim Colin of London’s Industrial Facility for Herman Miller, the sofa features removable sofa cushions and a trampoline-like suspension system. Soon to be available in multiple sizes, fabrics and finishes in Fall 2013.

A New Herman Miller Wireframe Sofa by Sam Hecht & Kim Colin is a post by Denise Taw on Selectism.

Design fans rejoice as French water label Evian reissues special limited edition glass bottles originally released in 1925. The reissue of the bottle features vintage packaging, complete with French text and proper typography from that period of time. The label has an interesting anecdote describing the benefits of mineral water. Get this edition over at Colette for $19.

Evian Throwback Vintage Bottle from 1925 is a post by Denise Taw on Selectism.

Like a well-stocked bar, a grooming drawer with different tonics, cremes and tacky things gives you options to suit your mood and the occasion. The Rebounding Backsweep hair styling cocktail is named for its ability to recharge days after the original application and features a couple of nice pomades and a styling cream.

Read more after the jump.

First, wash and towel dry your hair. Then, squirt a dime-sized dollop of Bumble & Bumble Styling Creme into your hand (it looks very similar to something else you might excrete in the bathroom). Spread the stuff all over your palms and run it through your hair, massaging it into your roots with your fingertips for added lift.

Next, get a modest glob of Imperial Classic Pomade on your finger. This stuff is pretty thick. You can wet your palm before rubbing it in your hands to thin it some. Spread that through your hair and then comb it back into the style you like.

Go do some things so it can air dry just a bit. Then blow it dry with a blowdryer. It you want it to get big and tall, you can use a round brush or do a nice forward bend and dry your hair upside down: both actions look slightly insane.

Now brush it back and go for the Sumowax. Heat the red pot up with the dryer and start with a little bit. If you want your hair less billowy, use more, but use too much and your shit will get gummy.

The Imperial goo is water activated, so if your hair gets mussy, you can wet a comb and get it back into shape (it might not stay as tall, though). You’ll want some hairspray, too. All of this stuff can get kind of expensive, so it’s recommended that you marry a hair stylist and enjoy it at cost.

Hair Styling Cocktail: The Rebounding Backsweep is a post by Josh Tyson on Selectism.

Described as American Punk Rock before American Punk Rock was even a thing, The Hackney Brothers, Bobby, David, and Dannis a.k.a DEATH are the subject of soon to be released documentary, ’A Band Called DEATH.’ Hailing from Detroit at a time when Motown and Disco were all the rage, the band were forming their own original sound about as far away from the smooth vibes playing on local radio as you could imagine. Needless to say, they were rejected by every major record label, both their sound and ‘look’ seen as unmarketable and disbanded before finishing their first album, demos locked away in a dusty attic. However, as these stories tend to go, subsequent generations picked up on the band and DEATH would soon find itself in the cult category. A collection of early songs and roughcuts were realeased in 2011 as the album Spiritual • Mental • Physical and now we get to watch it all from the beginning in this new film. Sweet.

A Band Called DEATH-In cinemas June 28, available via iTunes VOD May 24

1970s Punk Rock Hackney Brothers subject of Film ‘A Band Called DEATH’ is a post by Lena Dystant on Selectism.

More Converse collaboration news, this time returning to ongoing project-mates Comme des Garçons PLAY. For their latest joint effort the Pro Leather basketball shoe gets the heart makeover, receiving a unique all over print designed by Rei Kawakubo. CEO of Comme Adrian Joffe explains “thinking, as always, of creating something strong, new, and fantastic. For Comme Des Garçons there is never any reason to do anything other than that.” Take a look in our gallery. Available from Dover Street Market NYC (and online) from May 28, Paris and London 1 June and Tokyo 21 June.

A Look at the Latest Converse & Comme des Garçons PLAY Project is a post by Lena Dystant on Selectism.

An unexpected move from Peters Mountain Works. While no strangers to a bit of colour and print, the outdoors inspired brand present a fancy-pants, luxury range employing some fabrics and skins you wouldn’t necessarily associate with outdoors pursuits. Here we look at a couple of packs from the ‘Destination Unknown’ line. The Ohayo two ways, both feature python and glossy patent leather, the first in white, black and brown with gold-tone metal buckles, the other an all black affair. Head to the gallery for more, and get spending here.

Peters Mountain Works ‘Destination Unknown’ Luxury Backpacks is a post by Lena Dystant on Selectism.

A nice little film from THIS IS ME and Kanken backpacks going behind the scenes with London graphic designer and art director Kate Moross. Best known for her brilliant use of colour and bold pattern, Moross has been doing her thing for quite some time now, hitting some impressive career highs, still only 26 years old. Shouts. So, who’s she worked for? We’ll give you the edited list: Converse, Nike, Virgin, Nokia, Mini Cooper, Kiehls, Glastonbury, The Guardian and currently employed as art director for Simian Mobile Disco and Jessie Ware. Take a look around her Camden (NW1 Crew) office and hear from the woman herself in the film, shot by Paul Mahon, below.

3 Minutes and 45 Seconds With London Art Director Kate Moross is a post by Lena Dystant on Selectism.