A thoroughly modern building is the last place you should find a relic of the past. But that is exactly what you will find at the 8th floor of MILK Studios in New York City – a turn of century saloon (make that “turn of 2 centuries”). Half saloon, half hunting lounge, the space is also Blind Barber for Gillette, a pop-up barber shop cater to industry insiders during New York Fashion Week. Whether it be a short breather between back to back runway shows, or just a last minute trim for next week’s Valentine’s Day, the folks from Blind Barber are ready. To celebrate its opening, hip hop rhapsodist and actor Common to congratulate Blind Barber co-founders Adam Kirsch and Jeff Laub last evening. Designer Richard Chai also took a break from all the fashion week mayhem and swung by as show of support. All the while, invited guests took the opportunity to enjoy drinks, hors d’oeuvre, each other’s company, and last but not least, a quick hair cut. Part of festivities organized by MADE, a collaborative fashion initiative by MILK Studios and like-minded partners, the Blind Barber for Gillette Pop-Up Barber Shop will be onsite till next Wednesday, February 15th.

Blind Barber for Gillette Pop-Up Barber Shop
MILK Studios
450 West 15th Street | Map
Floor 8
New York, NY

Opening Dates: Now – February 15th, 2012 (Wednesday)

Photos: Poe for Freshness

Noted NYC street artist WK Interact has partnered with Ride Snowboards on a capsule collection that marries fractured representations of human motion with technical snowboarding gear and equipment. The capsule includes the DH2 Snowboard in two sizes — one 155cm and the other 158cm — as well as the waterproof Newport Jacket and Belltown Pant. Each piece in the collection features a white base adorned with splashes of red and black, with bold text and streaking lines meant to convey chaos and movement captured in time. BlackRainbow Paris is proud to be the only retailer to carry the collection in Europe.

BLACKRAINBOW  Paris
68 Rue des Archives | Map
75003 Paris, France

Audi has announced more powerful TT RS Plus, coming in both Coupe and Roadster versions, and now featuring a 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbo good for 360 horsepower and 343 lb-ft of torque. Customers will have the option of going with a manual six-speed transmission or the seven-speed S tronic. The Coupe with S tronic transmission can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.1 seconds, with the manual lagging just behind at 4.3 seconds. The roadster splits the difference at 4.2 seconds (manual: 4.4 seconds). Both models are electronically limited to a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). The exterior of the TT-RS Plus is distinguished with a single-frame radiator grille in polished anthracite with trim frame finished with a matte aluminum look. The side mirrors are outfitted with carbon fiber reinforced polymer, while the Audi RS sport exhaust has black oval tailpipe trims. The 19-inch wheels are painted black with red accent on the rim flanges, and a large fixed rear wing increases downforce at the back of the car.

The Audi TT-RS Plus is expected to launch in April following its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. Check out multiple images in the gallery following the click. via: WCF

The Nooka app takes something that’s prosaic and makes it engaging. Simply put, it’s a new way to look at time, featuring three face designs in which the hour is marked by a colored shape, either arranged in a circular form or into discrete rows of pill-like forms, while minutes and seconds are arrayed underneath as two lit-up linear graphs running underneath. Color choices are vast and can be custom designed by the user. The app includes a world clock, stop watch and timer, all of which can be viewed using the different faces. It’s a fresh approach to conveying time, and for children, a more intuitive way to grasp the concept. The Nooka app is available now through iTunes. Click through for a video demonstration.

Californian Tim Hendricks is an artist and a polymath: he skateboards, surfs, works on motorcycles and also puts in a good amount of time as a tattoo artist. He developed his craft as a teenager by tattooing local Hispanic gang members, and it’s that kind of DIY aesthetic that’s propelled Tim toward his latest venture — custom building tattoo machines. Every aspect of the machine is custom made. Coils are hand wound, parts are hand crafted, which enables Tim to construct special one-off machines to order. Pre-built models are also available through Saltwatertattoo Supply. Check out a video of Tim hard at work and showing how it’s done following the click. via: DSL // FRESHNGOOD

While the adidas aficionados among you will recognize this upcoming ZX 8000 in White/Supergreen/Purple isn’t a new colorway, the soft pastel tones make for a good harbinger of spring, and a refreshing sense of renewal the season occasions. The construction of the shoe, on the other hand, is firmly rooted in the past. It features the Torsion system adidas introduced to runners in the 1980s that worked with the foot’s natural tendency to have independent motion of the heel and forefoot, creating superior stability and control. Today, we appreciate the shoe for its retro good looks, though the comfortable fit certainly doesn’t hurt. Look for this adidas ZX 8000 to drop at select retailers starting in March. via: Suelas de Goma

Release Date: March 2012

Bentley‘s logo may have wings, but the vehicles themselves don’t. This doesn’t necessarily preclude automotive flight, however — the British luxury carmaker debuted its new 4.0-liter V8 Continental GT coupe over the city of Munich, as the vehicle soared above downtown buildings tethered to a helicopter. While curious onlookers gawked, the car arrived at its destination on a special podium atop a high-rise near Munich’s city center. Klaus Becker, general manager of Bentley Munich, would dryly comment that the helicopter was simply “the fastest way to get to the rooftop podium.” 300 VIP guests celebrated the launch of the Continental V8 nearby at the SkyLounge, situated in a bridge between two skyscrapers.  Check out video of the airborne journey following the click.

Ever the contrarian, billionaire Elon Musk decided to debut the new Tesla model at the company’s design center in California last night, instead of the ongoing car show in Chicago. A rather obtuse gesture to the rest of car industry, yet its the same “outside the box” thinking that Tesla thrives on. Case in point, the new Tesla Model X. To be the company’s third production model, the Model X is Tesla’s take on the growing “crossover” genre of the market. Sharing many similarities with its sedan counterpart, the Tesla Model S, the Model X will have the exact powertrain in the output range of 60 kWh and 85 kWh. There is a 10% reduction in distance per charge, however, since the Model X is slightly heavier. Never the less, the ranges are still quite respectable. For that extra push on steep climbs, Tesla will be offering an additional electric motor as option. When added, the Model X becomes an all-wheel drive speed demon, capable of 0 to 60 mph in under 5 seconds.

Like those on a modern-day airliner, Model X will have an “all-glass” control inside with LCD displays and an imposing 17-inch touchscreen at the center. But the most dramatic aspect of this new concept will be its rear doors. For ease of access to the second and third row seats, Tesla incorporated the “Falcon Doors” design, essentially gull-wing door with another hinge at center for them to tuck away further when spaces are tight. Because the lack of an engine, Model X has another bonus – two luggage compartments instead of one.

On schedule for production in late 2013, the Tesla Model X will be available in early 2014.

American label Andriod Homme has been crafting sneakers with an out-of-this-world look long before Nike announced they would be giving Lebron, Kobe, and Kevin Durant their own special edition NASA-inspired shoes for the NBA All Star Game later this month. This time around, Android Homme has paired up with Singapore-based Limited Edt to build a set of futuristic kicks that feature a metallic leather finish on top of a black velvet upper, each topped off with a metal dog tag marking its place as one of the 72 pairs to be made. Arriving in either a blue or red colorway, each pair features a hieroglyphic design on the ankle along with a matching translucent sole that gives each pair its own unique tone. While they aren’t for everyone, those who want to pick up a set will have to move quickly when these Propulsion Hi’s hit Limited Edt’s stores exclusively this March. via: streetthing

To celebrate the 88th Anniversary of Umbro sportswear, the brand has put together a four piece Classic Sportswear collection to recognize its unique soccer heritage ahead of the upcoming Spring/Summer 2012 season. Tapping into its line of classic silhouettes, Umbro redesigned its ’66 Anthem Jacket, the Mexico ’70 Jersey, the Taped Track Jacket, and the Drill Top with an eye toward making a stitch-by-stitch recreation of the original with a few modern refinements. While each offers a comfortable and stylish option, the most famous piece of the line-up is the Anthem Jacket, which outfitted the English national team in their 1966 victory over Germany in the World Cup, which cemented Umbro’s already-solid reputation as a leader in top-notch sportswear. This Classic Sportswear collection is available at Umbro’s online store and each piece is presented with a premium boot bag.

Outside of the more graphic oriented COMME des GARÇONS PLAY, the Japanese label has a huge range of grown up pieces that focus a bit more on the art of constructing fine garments in the form of the COMME des GARÇONS MAN range. In that vein, Junya Watanabe has been a proponent of the patchwork look for a minute now, approaching everything from denim to button-ups with the extended cut and sew styling. The latest piece to get the treatment is this crewneck sweater, coming in a simple heather grey that boasts a warm fuzzy lining on the inside. As always, the Japanese made piece from COMME des GARÇONS MAN opts for the finest of materials. Stick with us after the jump for the full look at the Junya Watanabe COMME des GARÇONS MAN patchwork crew sweat, which can be had now at NORSE STORE online.

You know all those time machine fantasies you have where you go back in time and cop all the right stocks to sky rocket your net worth? David Choe is basically living that fantasy right now, with the Facebook stock he got in exchange for painting their offices back in 2005 being worth an estimate $200 million now that the company will be going public. In an exclusive interview with Barbara Walters, David sits down to discuss the details surrounding his sudden explosion of wealth, which he actually estimates puts him over the $200 million mark being thrown around, and goes on to explain why it isn’t all positive for him. Follow us after the jump to check out the interview with David Choe, who is now no doubt one of the most successful graffiti artist ever thanks to his wise investment.