Archive for May, 2008

Perspective by Pharrell x Domeau & Pérès

Friday, May 30th, 2008

Pharrell Williams has joined forces with contemporary furniture designer Domeau & Pérès to create the “Perspective” chair. According to Pharrell who designed the chair, Perspective represents the love between a woman and a man. He says, “I had often wondered what it’s like to truly be in love, not lust for once.. So I decided […]

R.I.P. Sean Bell Zine

Friday, May 30th, 2008

The day before his wedding, Sean Bell was shot and killed by the New York Police Department in a barrage of 51 bullets. Although the five murderers have admitted to slaying the unarmed Bell, they remain free and acquitted of all counts.

Colin of Mr. Matsui Design responds to this unpunished killing with this provacative zine […]

Bootleg Clothing Funds Terrorism?

Tuesday, May 20th, 2008

Are those Air Force Nones or Dead Monkey Jeans you bought from the local bootleg spot a hustle for terrorists to get money out here in these streets? Thats what some experts seem to think. Check the article below.
“NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York City, long a place where counterfeit watches and fake designer handbags […]

Creativity Exposed: Moyashimon Wins Japanese Comic Prize

Wednesday, May 14th, 2008

This weekend, the winners of the 12th Annual Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize, were announced in Japan. The awards, which were named after the Astro Boy creator, recognize the best in manga and comics that follow Tezuka’s influential approach. The winner of 2 million yen (about $20,000) and this year’s Manga Grand Prize is artist Masayuki […]

Mickey Factz - “Rockin & Rollin” Ft. The Cool Kids

Tuesday, May 6th, 2008

This one feels like ‘88. Fresh.

Creativity Exposed: Peter Gronquist

Monday, May 5th, 2008

Over the weekend, artist Peter Gronquist displayed some of his latest pieces at The Revolution Will be Fabulous Show held at LA’s Gallery 1988. Gronquist meshed some of high fashion’s most respected brands such as Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Versace with a variety military arms and weaponry. Fashion meets Guns…Checkout some of his pieces below.