His name conjures images of strength and steady patience , freedom over oppression and all the while still manages to seem like a kindly old grandfather figure. Limité honors Nelson Mandela, former political prisoner under apartheid, Nobel Peace Prize winner, and first President under a free South Africa, as a Man We Love. We love Mandela not only for surviving 27 years in jail and for his service to South Africans. We love him for his unending commitment to his people. Unlike many presidents, Mandela fought for the common man and women before, during, and after his term. In the past decade, he spoke out against the rampant spread of AIDS among black people across the globe, and for the liberation of the people of Zimbabwe under failing leaders and institutions. Mandela supported the global community in the face of an unpopular war against Iraq, saying “It is a tragedy, what is happening, what Bush is doing. Bush is now undermining the United Nations.” Mandela is a symbol of courage for all Americans, as well as for Africans and anyone else who identifies with a beautiful struggle…and who knows that in time, the victory will be won. Continue reading “Men We Love: Nelson Mandela” »
Sebago has announced it will release a second collection titled “Future Heritage” with collaborative partner Vane New York City. Following the success of the initial VANE for Sebago Line, the new collection delivers a combination of Sebago’s heritage and superior quality handsewn shoes with Vane’s innovative, fashion forward “downtown” aesthetic. The new line, which includes eight unique styles for men, will be available at select premium retailers in New York, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington DC, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas, Tokyo and Canada in April 2010. Continue reading “Vane for Sebago: Future Heritage Collection” »
Previously associated with clumsy juice drinks and milk packaging, Tetra Pak cartons have come a long way, making a big impact in the packaging industry and beyond. Founded on the idea that a package should save more money than it costs, Tetra Pak cartons help companies save money on shipping while also reducing landfill waste. Their eco-friendly packaging and ease of portability have made Tetra Pak cartons a big hit with the trendsetting crowd, appearing this year at New York Fashion Week, the Wine Bloggers Conference, the Food Network and more. Continue reading “1800 Tequila Introduces Eco-Friendly Cocktail Packaging” »
Check out this video interview with Mark Mothersbaugh (of Devo). He speaks about his DIY approach to making all forms of art and about the making of his video piece “Bora Bora Manta Ray” which can be seen as part of Scion’s Installation 6: Video – national art tour. Scion launched the sixth edition of its successful art tour, “Installation 6: Video” in January at its own 4,200 square foot Installation L.A. Space gallery in Culver City. Having visited Austin, TX in February, the tour now moves on to Wichita, Kansas, a brand new market for Installation. The show opens at Tangent Lab, 143 N. Rock Island, 3rd floor, Wichita, KS 67202 on March 26th with a reception from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. The exhibit will run until April 10th. Continue reading “Mark Mothersbaugh Video Interview – “Scion Installation 6: Video”” »
Rico’sSpring/Summer collection entitled, Black Resort is rooted in musical influences. Specifically, the style is inspired by the urban reggae musicians of Brixton, London with the imaginative scenario of what they would wear on a vacation trip to Jamaica. The styles combine relaxed styles and vintage appeal with shirting and rayon blends, washed out cottons, and more. An homage to the 70′s is also apparent with unique plaid and flower patterns, as well as color hues of tan, denim, and other earthly tones. Continue reading “Rico “Black Resort” SS 2010 Collection” »
French-born and Tokyo-based designer Emmanuelle Moureaux has created the ‘Shibafu Table’. 56 slender colored acrylic sticks are randomly arranged into a piece of transparent acrylic, creating an aesthetic, reminiscent of a colorful Shibafu or lawn. The sticks support the transparent acrylic panel, while refracting and reflecting light as if they were soaking under water. The colored sticks appear and disappear, and even seem to bend at times depending on the angle at which you view them. Continue reading “Emmanuelle Moureaux: Acrylic Furniture” »
2010 is off to a good start for many, and we want to keep that momentum going for you. As we continue into the year and welcome all the changes that are destined for us, we bring you our second installment of some of latest creative influences and rebels who’s names will be household come the end of this year. Check out our list and pay close attention because we want to be the ones to say, “We told you so!”… again.
Kyle Patrick Alvarez
by Daniel Quitério
Photo Credit: LIFE
When Film Independent nominates someone for the Someone to Watch Award, it’s hard not to take notice. With his debut feature, Easier with Practice, new filmmaker Kyle Patrick Alvarez made an impression in the indie film scene in 2009, winning awards at festivals and earning two Spirit Award nominations, the aforementioned Someone to Watch Award and Best First Feature. (He won the Someone to Watch Award.)
The film, which Alvarez both wrote and directed, was inspired by a 2006 GQ article by Davy Rothbart, entitled “What Are You Wearing?” Easier with Practice is about a writer (played by Brian Geraghty of The Hurt Locker) who travels with his brother on a tour to promote his unpublished novel. While on the road, he receives a mysterious phone call in his motel room. The seductive female voice on the line asks him what he’s wearing …
In exploring this subject matter, Alvarez made a point of debunking the stereotypes often reinforced by the media that men are sexually overpowering creatures. He said, “I think the male ego is a tricky thing and one that is normally dealt with superficially in modern media. In general, men are not portrayed as emotionally weak or uncertain, especially in regards to their sexuality.” At just 26 years of age, Alvarez has had a great start to his filmmaking career. Expect more in the years ahead.
Tom Ford
by Daniel Quitério
A non-fashionista, myself, I think I had only heard of the name Tom Ford before seeing A Single Man. And after watching the film, I vowed that I’d never forget it.
The 48-year-old rose to fame in the fashion world while working for Gucci, transforming its faltering image and profits of the early ’90s into the global powerhouse it is today. Born in Austin, Texas and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Ford moved to New York City to study art history at New York University. After a time, the future designer decided to leave NYU in order to pursue an education in architecture at New York’s Parsons School for Design. He studied at both the New York and Paris campuses and ultimately decided to pursue a career in fashion. After a two-year stint working for Perry Ellis, Ford moved to Milan to work for Gucci, a then sinking ship. With a clear vision, Ford was able to transform the fashion house into one of the industry’s most powerful and influential brands. In 2004, Ford left Gucci and founded his own fashion house. Continue reading “Faces to Watch 2010” »
The ladies over at hearty Magazine collaborated with Jeff Staple of Staple Design on a exclusive sticker titled “This Is Not a T-Shirt”. The sticker touches on high school notebook nostalgia, featuring a blue notebook background, doodle drawing of a heart and both hearty magazine and Staple Design insignia. The sticker will drop alongside a feature interview on hearty magazine with Jeff Staple that includes a list of ’10 Things You Didn’t Know About Jeff Staple’ on March 29th. Keep your eyes peeled. Continue reading “hearty Magazine x Jeff Staple “This Is Not a T-Shirt” Sticker” »
If you know anything about Limité, you know that we don’t follow the norm nor do we care what the ‘others’ glorify. Awards are usually given out to those who’ve sold a certain amount of music albums or for their performance in a big budget movie in the last fiscal year, but what about celebrating someone’s entire career and being recognized. That’s what we’ve done in our 1st Annual Limité Honors Awards. The individuals below have entertained us on more than one occasion and we deem it necessary to give respect when respect is due. Enjoy!
Kathryn Bigelow
by Janice Perez
On the eve of International Women’s Day, Kathryn Bigelow made history by becoming the first female to be awarded the much-coveted Best Director award in the Oscars’ 82-year history. As much as this fact has kept the blogosphere frantic in the 24 hours before the award show’s broadcast, there is much to say about Bigelow’s real merit – that she is a prolific storyteller. Regardless of the hype surrounding her breaking-genre conventions with her stereotypical “guy movies,” Bigelow is a brilliant filmmaker deserving of all accolades. Her films generally tend to be kinetic and action-packed with male protagonists dominating the screen. What’s notable about her characters, though, is albeit their overt masculinity, they are wrought with a sincere, feminine side that doesn’t seem unbelievable in real life.
Her next film project, another collaboration with The Hurt Locker screenwriter Mark Boal, will tackle an adventure set in a few countries in South America, with the working title Triple Frontier. Word out on Tinseltown is that Kathryn turned down the chance to work on the next Spider-Man sequel so that she could focus on the South American action thriller. How’s that for women filmmakers coming a long way?
Zach Galifianakis
by Stephanie Dawson
When you think of unorthodox comedians, Zach Galifianakis is probably one of the first names that come to mind. He is known for near anti-comedy in his performances: reading one-liners while expertly playing piano concertos, or making jokes with flip charts, or even just standing on the stage for an uncomfortable amount of time completely silent before confessing that he forgot what he wanted to say. So why is Limité honoring him? However off the beaten track he’s been in the past, Galifianakis has ventured into the mainstream with his role in the Golden Globe-winning most successful R-rated comedy, The Hangover. Continue reading “2010 Limité Honors Awards” »
Polish artist Kordian Lewandowski has taken inspiration from Michelangelo famous La Pieta sculpture and reinterpreted it using Nintendo characters. Lewandowski’s sculpture features Mario and Princess in place of Jesus and Mary from Michelangelo’s. Titled ‘game over’, the piece is made from polystyrene foam that Lewandowski carved in full scale using a chainsaw at first and more precise tools to finish. Continue reading “Lewandowski’s ‘Mario’ Sculpture” »
