One very striking scene in the gritty and kinetic A Prophet (Un prophète), Jacques Audiard’s masterful portrayal of the harrowing life in a French prison, shows Malik El Djebena, a young Arab convict, gazing into an abyss of clouds rolling in the sky from his plane seat. It’s an irony – and even a prophecy – that he’s 10,000 feet above ground, far from the dark and grotesque underbelly that bestializes criminals, rather than reforms them. The childlike wonder on Malik’s face suspends, for an ethereal moment, his real self – a vicious brute who’s spent the last five years of his life serving as a hitman and dealer for the prison’s Corsican warlord. Continue reading “Review: A Prophet (Un prophète)” »
I saw these during Capsule NYC but didn’t ask any questions. I’m sure if I did, I wouldn’t have believed the rep. Mors, the UK based sneaker brand will be releasing a range of sneakers made from Arctic fish skin for Fall/Winter 2010 in limited quantities. The ‘hoop’ high top will be available in electric blue fish leather and a black/blue fish leather colorway. The ‘net’ low cut model will be available in a dark blue fish leather. The salmon leather comes from the north of Iceland, it is a very strong and supple leather with amazing textures and colurs that have to be seen to really be appreciated. It is very difficult to make sneakers from fish leather, so they can only be produced in small numbers. They are handcrafted to the highest standard in Portugal.
To many of us our homes and work spaces must be kept and designed in a certain order for us to be comfortable so we can do what we do best. For over a year now, The Selby has been showing us the offices and homes of some of today’s most interesting creative talents. Todd Selby has created his own unique, intimate style, and now his photos are taking the form of a book.
One day, Todd decided to slip into the homes of designers and artists to discover intimate details, objects and places in their lives. Each month, he captivates the masses of his website with interior shots of these dwellings. This May, Todd will release his first book The Selby Is In Your Place, a 256 page tome featuring 30 professionals ranging from musicians to designers and writers. It will make a great feature on your coffee table, I assure you. Continue reading “The Selby Is In Your Place” »
Russia is fast becoming a top country for fashion brands, and Tsum is the essential multi-brand store. Tsum was established in 1857, the store brings together the world’s top fashion brands such as Tom Ford, Miu Miu, Dolce & Gabbana and many more. Here’s their Spring/Summer 2010 ad campaign. Mathias Lauridsen and Malgosia Bella are the stars of this classic style photo-shoot inspired by voyeurism and multiple screens, a technique previously used by brands like Dolce & Gabbana, to present styles by the top fashion brands located in their store. Photographed by American photographer Mark Sagal, a regular collaborator with Vogue and the New York Times. Continue reading “Tsum SS 2010 Ad Campaign” »
In this video, ?uestlove sat down to discuss the importance and influence of Fela Kuti – on both the personal level as well as Fela’s impact on music and culture. ?uestlove, now an associate producer on the musical ‘Fela! on Broadway’, talks about when he first discovered Fela Kuti’s music, and walks us through Fela’s influence in yesterday and today’s hip-hop — including works by Mos Def, Macy Gray, D’Angelo, X-Clan, and Leader of the New School.
On Saturday February 20th, Clae and Stussy LA hosted a signing of the latest volume of All Gone, a photo-series published yearly by Paris based La MJC and widely known for documenting the most sought after items in street culture. Clae debuted an updated in-store installation of their SS10 line, along with photo-series from fellow New Yorker Lenard Smith. Keeping the crowd moving with tunes were DJ sets from Soulscape (360 Sound) and DJ King Soloman (IRAK/Undftd).
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Released from the PF Flyers archive of 1943, the Rambler Hi and Lo stays true to its originality. Its bold sport details of high-visibility hash mark foxing and pronounced diamond toe bumper are balanced with vintage style of two-tone stitching, fine weave 9 oz. canvas, striated toecap and inner webbing stripe. In addition, the Rambler includes a special removable Posture Foundation sole insert that makes this classic shoe extra comfortable. The insert has an antimicrobial moisture wicking wedge, new EVA molded wedge, and a gel-injected heel for increased cushioning and comfort. Continue reading “PF Flyers Rambler Hi & Lo Sneaker – Archival Reissue” »
Over the last few days I’ve been on the search for new creative inspiration for several new projects in the works, and David Gensler of the KDU shared this video and it had me complete awe and took me to a place of tranquility that I haven’t been in a long time. Alex Roman, as you pay attention to the credits is a man of many talents; put together this beautiful clip “tries to illustrate architecture art across a photographic point of view where main subjects are already-built spaces. Sometimes in an abstract way. Sometimes surreal.” In my opinion, I’ve think he’s done a excellent job in his execution.
SUPER, by RETROSUPERFUTURE ignited the phenomenon of acetate sunglasses. They are made in multiple color graduations, which has generated a big trend starting in 2007. For the Spring 2010, SUPER introduces the Lucia. The Lucia is a sunglass designed for women, characterized by a petit and extremely thin frame, yet boasts an extremely strong design and Giottoesque round lens. This is amongst the most experimental of our season’s designs, nonetheless maintaining a surprising classic simplicity. Feeding the fashion-hungry women, this sunglass comes in a selected variety of combinations and is of an extraordinary elegance and lightness. View more images of Lucia after the jump. Continue reading “RetroSuperFuture Introduces : The Lucia” »
