In a new video feature, Monocle examines the burgeoning retail landscape in Taipei, long overshadowed by flashier regional neighbors like Hong Kong. Video journalist Gabriel Leigh profiles the new retail wave of small shops transforming the city, including the hybrid store ArtYard in Taipei’s west end. Situated … READ MORE
Mark McNairy To Leave Woolrich Woolen Mills After 2013
Like designer Daiki Suzuki before him, Mark McNairy infused his own design sensibilities into the Woolrich Woolen Mills label, but without diluting its Americana-centric approach. Now, after five successful seasons, the New York-base designer will be making his exit after the label’s Fall/Winter 2013 Collection presentation later … READ MORE
Nike Wardour Max 1 – British Tan/Khaki
The Nike Wardour Max 1 is an excellent option for those dressier yet informal summer gatherings. The light british tan suede and canvas upper gives the shoe its sense of formality while the green outsole and air bubble provide the fun yet effective color pop. The white … READ MORE
Carhartt WIP x Starter – Cap Collection
Carhartt WIP and Starter have come together to produce three snapbacks named the Ballwin, College, and the On Track. The Ballwin and the On Track both feature a solid base of the traditional Carhartt brown with the Ballwin featuring the classic Carhartt logo patch and the On … READ MORE
UBIQ x New Balance – Teaser | Release Date
Philadelphia’s UBIQ is giving a teaser of their latest collaboration with New Balance. Philadelphia’s most famous citizen, Benjamin Franklin, is the inspiration behind the shoe and his participation in the writing of the Declaration of Independence in Philly is the reason the shoes will represent Independence Day. … READ MORE
BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé – Officially Unveiled
Along the tranquil shoreline of Lake Como, BMW and the iconic Italian coach-builder Pininfarina will be unveiling the much talked about BMW Pininfarini Gran Lusso Coupe at Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este this weekend. A coupe sheathed in the chassis of a luxury sedan chassis, the BMW Pininfarini … READ MORE
Printic – Print Vintage Photos from iPhone
With the popularity of photography these days and the rise of Instagram, technology has taken the average Joe and given them the tools to produce great imagery. Cameras have gotten more advanced, easier to use, and applications have allowed people to take a photo and through filters, … READ MORE
Nike Celebrates Bo Jackson with the “Bo Pack”
The original two-sport athlete is being honored by the brand that made him a cultural icon. Earlier this week we took a look at an upcoming Nike Air Trainer Max ’91 that had the Raiders emblem and a 34 stitched on the back heel. An additional detail … READ MORE
Nike Donating $1 Million in Goods and Profits from KD V Elite Sales
The brand who’s motto is “Just Do It”, is doing it. Nike is donating $1 Million in apparel and footwear to a non-profit organization called Goods360. Goods360 will handle the distribution of the product to various pre-qualified charities. In addition, from May 23 to June 15, Nike … READ MORE
Nike Air Trainer SC High QS “Black Elephant” | Release Info
While summer attire traditionally calls for all white fits or colorful getups, some individuals prefer to keep simple and maintain their “all black everything” look. For those of you in the latter category, the Nike Air Trainer SC High “Black Elephant” is for you. Originally released in … READ MORE
