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Conference of Cool.
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Mattel Back To The Future Hoverboard Available Again
Mattel is releasing a batch of official Back to the future hoverboards. The a 1:1 scale model’s obviously don’t hover but it would still look pretty dope on the wall of your office. These are definitely going to sell out quick so head over to Mattel ASAP if you want to get your hands on one of these limited edition Hoverboards.
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Ugly Christmas Sweaters
Tis the time to get festive and what better way to do it than to embrace those tacky ass, cheesy, ugly sweaters we’ve all seen in Christmas movies. Or even worse! Or a present from a loved one.
This vintage Christmas sweater is available via Urbanoutfitters. The picture is an example. You will receive a unique sweater with a surprise motif.
The tiny jingle bells can be heard when you walk, Santa’s beard is textured and really stands out just like the real 3D belt around Santa’s belly. Damn ugly! Buy it here.
People will be make a double take when they see this sweater via www.skedouche.com.
Made of 100% Cotton it is machine washable. Available at Topman.
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Vestax Spin2 DJ Controller for Mac, iPhone and iPad
Vestax presents its all new DJ Controller for Mac, iPhone and iPad – the Vestax Spin2. The new device comes packed with professional Vestax mixer controls, EQ, crossfader, jogwheels and intuitive DJ effects controls. The Spin2 also gives you high-quality audio to cue up songs and mix them in via the headphone output and send your mix to your speakers. Through dedicated apps for the Mac and the iOS devices, you can mix music and video with the Spin2.
The new VEstax Spin2 DJ Controller is now exclusively available early from colette and goes for 500 Euros.
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Nic Fiddian-Green: The Horse Sculpture
Fiddian-Green was at Reschio, working on a commission for the owner, Count Antonio Bolza. And, of course, the subject matter of his massive sculpture was the horse, in this case Count Antonio’s favourite stallion, Punto, born and bred at Reschio. Ever since he saw a fifth-century B.C. carving of the head of a horse of Selene from the Parthenon at the British Museum he has worked at perfecting the form of the horse’s head, as well as mastering the ancient ‘lost wax’ technique. He works in clay, plaster, beaten lead and marble, and he oversees the casting into bronze himself. Fiddian-Green’s colossal, classically inspired equine heads are exhibited around the world in prominent locations, including ‘Still water ‘, the 30-foot head of a drinking horse right next to the Marble Arch in London.
Of his work at Castello Di Reschio, Fiddian-Green said in a statement: “At Reschio, I found new inspiration not only from the study of these wonderful Andalusian horses, but from the light, the smell, the hills, the sense of ancient peace that pervades the land from the days when St. Francis wandered through these hills, and before, way back to the time of the Etruscans. In fact the very air that fills this land upon which Reschio sits has ignited a new fire in my work.” – Bill TIkos
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The Velopresso: A Mobile Espresso Bar
Combining their three loves — coffee, cycling and sustainability — inspired two London Royal College of Art product design students to create a mobile espresso bar, the Velopresso, that operates on pedal power. No electricity, no tethers. A truly free-wheeling carrier of caffeine!
This concept has surfaced before in more tentative forms but the Finnish designer Lasse Oiva and London designer Amos Field Reid have taken it to a sophisticated level. To a point where they are now looking for an industrial producer for their invention that has won the Deutsche Bank Award 2012 (Design) and placed second at the 2012 Pininfarina Design Contest.
Just five seconds of pedaling the trike will grind enough for a double shot while a camp stove heats the water and steam than powers the espresso machine. The designers are also working on a way to generate their own fuel by repurposing the used coffee grounds.
We think that Velopresso would be perfect for events, camping areas or any other location where a good espresso is absolutely necessary, even if electricity is not available. – Tuija Seipell
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Monocle’s Top 50 in Travel for 2012
Completing this year’s review of exceptional travel-related artifacts from Monocle is a list of the Top 50 in Travel for 2012. Selected by the editors themselves, this year’s list acts as a fully comprehensive guide to airports, hotels, vacations and apparel. Beginning at your terminal with the inclusion of commentary on the best in-flight blanket, best lunch on-the-go and most useful airport innovations, the checklist continues to your destination with the most sought-after tropical cities and most favored hotel brands straight to the most enjoyable journey home. Sartorial tips are not forgotten via several smart traveling suggestions and even a mention of the best crew accessories in aviation. Check the video for some timely travel tips from the folks at Monocle.
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Conference of Cool.
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Pharrell Williams Interviews David Salle & KAWS
Pharrell Williams interviews internationally renowned artists David Salle, known best for helping define postmodern sensibility, and street artist-turned-sculptor and limited edition toy & clothing designer, KAWS.
ARTST TLK w/ Pharrell Williams
A new take on the talk show format hosted by award winning producer, artist, designer, and businessman Pharrell Williams. Each episode will feature two special guests at different career stages to discuss their work, motivations,
DJ Neil Armstrong: From Marcy to Barclays Mixtape feat. Jay-Z
One of Jay-Z’s touring Roc Boys band member, DJ Neil Armstrong links with adidas and Jigga’s Life + Times website to present the mixtape honoring the borough of Brooklyn, titled “From Marcy To Barclays”. Understandin
Tracklist –
1. “From Marcy to Barclays Introduction…”
2. “No Sleep ‘Til Brooklyn” Beastie Boys x JAY Z
3. “We Fly High (Brooklyn Remix)” – JAY Z
4. “Crooklyn Dodgers” – The Crooklyn Dodgers (Special Ed, Masta Ace, Buckshot)
5. “Return of the Crooklyn Dodgers” – Chubb Rock, O.C., Jeru The Damaja
6. “Brooklyn In My Mind (Crooklyn Dodgers 3)” – Mos Def, Jean Grae, Memphis Bleek
7. “Coming Of Age” – JAY Z, Memphis Bleek
8. “Now You’re Mine” – Gangstarr
9. “Super Brooklyn” – Cocoa Brovas (aka Smif-n-Wessu
10. “Super Brooklyn Routine” by DJ Daddy Dog of The 5th Platoon DJs
11. “Brooklyn Kids” – Jemini The Gifted One
12. “Brooklyn Took It” – Jeru The Damaja
13. “Just Rhymin with the BIZ” – Biz Markie, Big Daddy Kane
14. “Get By (Remix)” – Mos Def, JAY Z, Kanye West, Talib Kweli
15. “Gotta Have It” – JAY Z, Kanye West
16. “Shove It” – Santigold
17. “Put On (Remix)” – Young Jeezy, JAY Z)
18. “Jigga What, Jigga Who (Originator 99)” – JAY Z
19. “Brooklyn State of Mind” – JAY Z
20. “Change the Game” – JAY Z
21. “You, Me, Him, and Her” – JAY Z
22. “Brooklyn’s Finest (2012 Remix)” – JAY Z, The Notorious B.I.G.
23. “Spread love it’s the Brooklyn way…”
24. “Juicy” – The Notorious B.I.G.
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Incredible Street Art by ARYZ
Spanish artist ARYZ from Barcelona, has blown me away with his unique style of art and the huge scale of some of his murals.
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OTHERS by Hypebeast: DJ Daruna of Crepeman
OTHERS by Hypebeast: Mixing-Up Styles with DJ DARUMA of CREPEMAN
Tokyo’s DJ Daruma began rising in Tokyo’s hip-hop scene at age 15 as a dancer in the Digital Junkies crew. After taking an interest in house music, he translated elements of the two musical genres into a t-shirt line called HECTIC. Daruma and his crew went on to form the brand Roc Star before finally developing his defining brand Crepeman, a brand devoted to creating designs “for tomorrow.”
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Hinode by Tetsuka Niiyama
This is a CG movie that depicts saltation and growth of life in the sea using jewelry as the motif for illustrating the theme “Jewels of Sea.” It creates mystifying and attractive scenery by the ores resembling creatures of sea and its transforming refraction and reflection of light that are affected by the organic moves.
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2012 Tetsuka Niiyama
( Software used : 3dsMax,V-Ray )
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MSTRPLN Minimal Sneaker Project Throw Pillows
MSTRPLN® Minimal Sneaker Project for the home. Custom printed fabric that is individually cut and sewn by hand in the USA. Available in six colorways: Ninety, Ninety-Five, Safari, Foam, V & III.
Throw Pillow Cover made from 100% spun polyester poplin fabric, a stylish statement that will liven up any room. Individually cut and sewn by hand, the pillow cover is available in three sizes measuring between 16″ x 16″ to 20″ x 20″ – features a double-sided print and is finished with a concealed zipper for ease of care. Available with or without faux-down pillow insert.
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