For those more interested in the way their car looks or goes around corners than how fast it accelerates, Mercedes-Benz has announced an AMG sports package that will be optional with any powerplant available for the new 2010 E-Class hitting European showrooms in March.
Exact pricing depends on the engine chosen and will start at around 3,000 Euros (around $3900 USD). For that sum, the buyer gets a unique set of aprons along with side skirts and 18-inch AMG alloy wheels. We definitely prefer this sportier look to the more stately standard kit. Inside, a set of microfiber and faux-leather seats for your bum join a three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel with shift paddles for your hands and aluminum pedals for your Piloti-clad feet. Performance-oriented bits include a suspension drop of 15 millimeters along with perforated brake discs with silver-painted calipers up front.
JACKING JIL January 22, 2009
Jil Sander present some new looks from their footwear collection for Spring/Summer 2009. The selections are comprised of various shoe models featuring a nice array of color and design aesthetic. A mix of vibrant suede with muted leather choices add an interesting flare to the Jil Sander archives. Look for these to release soon at Jil Sander retailers.
A FRESH SLICE OF YOUR BREAD January 22, 2009
Visvim introduces a new model in their footwear arsenal for their Spring/Summer line. Featuring top notch leather with a EVA pylon midsole, these loafers not only look amazing but comfortable as well. They will soon be available at F.I.L retail locations worldwide with a retail tag of ¥40,950 (Approx. $460 USD)
UNDEFEATED POORMAN January 22, 2009
The UNDEAFEATED X CONVERSE 'Poorman's Weapon' drop this Saturday at all Undefeated locations, and they will be available on Monday through their online shop.
NOW YOUR CREW CAN TROT THE GLOBE January 22, 2009
One of the United Kingdom’s most respected luggage-makers, Globe-Trotter has seen its outstanding performance and quality become the luggage of choice for the Royal Family among others of Britain’s elite. Utilizing ultra-durable materials like Vulcan Fiber, the Globe-Trotter collection is produced by a number of well-trained craftsmen, each with decades of experience. Each piece of luggage is rumored to have the ability to withstand the weight of a 1-ton elephant. In a team-up with J. Crew, a five-piece luggage collection was created covering a variety of needs from 21′ Trolley Cases to 31′ Extra-Deep Suitcases with Wheels. Each style is available in three different colors with prices ranging from $1000 USD - $2400 USD. Available now at JCrew.com.
A MAC's GOOD WOOD January 20, 2009
Designer Rainer Spehl has crafted these less-than-practical MacBook cases out of hinged hardwood, with a supple leather lining. Puttin' holes in your bag and splinters in your fingers, but lookin' fine.
DON'T CRY OVER YOUR ICE CREAM January 20, 2009
That is right boys and girls TK has bounced from the BBC/Ice Cream skate family and made his way over to team Supra! Hence Supra has dropped some official pics of TK's sneaker. Expect them to be released in the near future.
YOUNG JEEZY & NAS SALUTE BIG "O" January 18, 2009
A song dedicated to how far this country has come, when many thought it never would, and some never saw. This upcoming Tuesday marks the inauguration of not only our 44th president, but seemingly, an inauguration of our country. If change is going to come, then it let it come. Check out the new video from Jeezy and Nas, My President is Black.
STRIKE QUICK WITH SOME NEW BUCKS January 18, 2009
Denim is always a hot material on sneakers, this particular Dunk SB High features red nubuck on upper, forest green denim on the side panel, ankle flap and heel and a gum mid-sole. If a different color is used on the toe box, that would make it feel like the high top version of Bison Dunk SB Low. The shoe is set to release as a quickstrike model in February or March.
BOOGIE WOOGIE WITH THE TIP OF A Q January 18, 2009
Q-Tip’s 2008 album The Renaissance surprised me for a few reasons. The first reason is, it actually came out. The second reason is, although several years have passed since we’ve heard anything from the nasal voiced MC the music on the album seems like he never left. One of the stand out tracks on the album is “MANWOMANBOOGIE” featuring Amanda Diva. I’m thrilled they made a video for this one.
YOUNG POLITICS January 18, 2009
American hip hop artist and rapper Young Jeezy will be featured in Belvedere Vodka’s upcoming “Circulate” ad campaign. The campaign will also feature photography done by Terry Richardson who has previously worked with Belvedere in the past. Here’s a video of some behind the scenes footage of Young Jeezy and Terry Richardson on the set.
SHOOTING WITH MARTHA January 18, 2009
Martha Cooper’s new exhibit opened on Friday at Los Angeles’ Subliminal Projects. Street Shots is comprised of photos Cooper took during the ’70s in New York of children playing in the street. The exhibit also introduces Cooper’s collaborative effort with Obey for their Spring/Summer collection. Cooper’s work will adorn such items as clothing, bags, and skateboards.
MOTION STOPPING OBAMA January 18, 2009
On Tuesday Barack Obama will be sworn in as the first African American president of the United States. Obviously this historic moment has not just affected the average person but the concept of hope in his speeches has been felt by the artists as well. In an inauguration tribute Daft Punk collabs with Adam Freeland and Team GOLD for a stop motion piece entitled “Aer Obama”. The video feature bearbricks and a mini Obama doll dancing to the sound of Daft Punk. Check it out below.
Digital Blue and LEGO have announced a licencing agreement that will bring several LEGO branded kid’s tech products to market. The line is scheduled for release this summer and will include digital cameras, video cameras, MP3 players, walkie talkies and other electronics.
The entire line will have a brick-built look to it, though devices like the LEGO digital camera, won’t actually be built out of bricks, at least not bricks that come apart. Probably a good design decision given kids have a tendency to drop things like this. Parents wouldn’t be too jazzed about having to rebuild a camera each time it gets dropped.
In addition to the small portable LEGO kids tech devices, Digital Blue will be creating a home line of electronics like boom boxes and alarm clock radios that feature classic LEGO brick elements that are scaled to over-sized proportions.
The new LEGO product are scheduled for release this summer at price points of $19.99 to $59.99.
HISTORIC WEALTH January 13, 2009
In preparation for the inauguration on January 20th, Stussy DC and Commonwealth will be combining forces for a party on the 19th. A few friends will be dropping by to provide entertainment. DC’s own Wale and UGK’s Bun B among them. The theme, following the reality of the inauguration, is “Historic.” Familiar Stussy and Commonwealth logos fill the required letters and combine with the now ubiquitous Obama “O,” for the related graphic, which will be released on special edition t-shirts. Dating on the t-shirt gets you prepared for inauguration day.
AE DROPPING BOMBS January 13, 2009
American Eagle has ripped off none other than The Hundreds with these glow-in-the-dark boxers. It is unbelievable that they are dropping "bombs" like this!
THE BEIJING PERSPECTIVE January 13, 2009
The inspiration and concept of the shoe was based on “a Beijing native’s perspective of their own city, with the slogan skate towards Tienanmen Square.” The Dunk Mid is going to be a special edition for Fly’s Beijing shop and the first Nike shoe ever to be named after China’s great northern metropolis, “Beijing”. Please visit Triumvir for the full story.
This pair is set to be a quickstrike release in Spring ‘09.
DUNKIN' IN SOME BK PROJECTS January 13, 2009
We can finally present you some nice images of the Nike Dunk Low Premium SB Halo “Brooklyn Projects”. The shoe has nothing to do with the popular Halo game, but is a collaboration with Brooklyn Projects.
The shoe features a colorful color scheme reminding us the eBay Dunk SB, the toe box and side panel are made of cracked leather. The shoes come with a pair of extra laces in red for you to match with. Via Kix-Files.
The shoe will be released in March in the US.
CADILLAC ONE January 12, 2009
I love this cutaway illustration of the new Cadillac One by John Lawson, Obama included. Specially things like "Doors: eight-inch thick and the weight of a 757 door". Other highlights:
• It can withstand rocket impacts and it's perfectly sealed against biochemical attacks.
• Petrol tank: Can withstand a direct hit thanks to a special foam and armor-plating.
• Bodywork: made of dual hardness steel, aluminum, titanium, and ceramics to "break up posible projectiles".
• Tyres: Kevlar-reinforced with steel rims underneath so it can run away no matter what.
• Accessories include: Night vision cameras, pump-action shotguns, tear gas cannons.
• Comes with bottles of blood compatible with the President's blood.
The only thing I don't get is this: It has a ten-CD changer. A CD changer? What is this? 1994?
WHAT IS IN STORE FOR PUMA POPPING UP January 12, 2009
Isetan will be launching a Puma by MIHARAYASUHIRO pop-up store. The store will host a series of exclusive items, including the above sneakers. The store is launching on January 14th, something to be looking out for! Via Openers.
