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Elegance with a touch of wood. The all new iWood cobra for your iPhone 4 / 4s. Two contrasting wood species fused in one spectacular case. Designed and manufactured in Holland with ultimate craftsmanship. Only the very best hand-picked wood species are used. All wood is obtained from FSC supply and well managed forests.

SSUREAL FROM THE CRADLE TO THE GRAVE BY SSUR

SSUReal From the Cradle to the Grave is a 6-inch, matte black vinyl skull featuring gold chrome-plated ABS teeth, articulated jaw, and a unique, embossed sylvan pattern covering the entire surface of the cranium. Also features a gold embossed Kidrobot x SSUR logo on the base of the skull.

Ruslan Karablin, better known as SSUR, has been a constant presence in NYC’s downtown art scene for almost fifteen years. His body of work encompasses a combination of pop culture, music, Russian cultural influences, and the evolutionary iconography of the 20th century. Available here.

Written by Joe “00o00h i want one of those” 

last weekend when i was in paris, i made a trip to rue jean-jacques rousseau, home to the first christian louboutin men’s store. the store is situated in a gorgeous covered passage, which reminded me of the burlington arcade in london but less touristy and crowded. 

the question you are probably going to ask, is if i saw that pair of christian louboutin x marlon gobel gold spiked shoes. yes i did!

isn’t that amazing! these are shoes fit for a king! i believe the official name is potpourri dandy, only 30 odd pairs were made, and that’s the second last pair in store. since i am not quite willing to lose a kidney just yet, i did the next best thing…

nevermind i wore the wrong trousers and the wrong socks, the shoes were truly magical. these were first featured early last year as part of marlon gobel’s fall winter 2011 collection. quite simply the most amazing runway shoes i’ve seen, and i really want to know who are the lucky collectors.

the store’s quite eclectic in it’s furnishings and decor. an ex-star trek prop sits in one corner, and there’s also a “tattoo parlour” within the store. customers can select certain shoes and customise them the way they like. let’s take a look inside the parlour…

i could literally just move in here already. the most delicious rollerflats in studs studs and more studs! loving the textured walls, as well as the matching studded/spiked display case.

one of my favourite shoes is the mikaraja, named after the singer mika and the maharajah-ness of the shoes. i’ve seen it in black patent leather, which frankly i wasn’t too keen on. however this version in blue canvas is simply stunning. the decorations were all hand sewn by lesage embroiderers in india, known to be the best in the world, from the same skilled artisans who work for chanel, hermes etc.

the store is truly magical, and currently the only shop in the world to carry such a comprehensive line of men’s shoes. it’s just amazing, i wish for a similar store to open in london soon. the second men’s store will soon open in new york’s meatpacking district.

and oh, the icing on the cake will definitely be bumping into the designer himself outside the store. it was a great day! so, seen any shoes you like so far? 

Thank you very much, Joe “00o00h i want one of those” ( OOoOO.blogspot.com )  for is a source of Inspiration!

”Sound with the clarity of diamonds”

Multi-talented engineer, songwriter, producer and actor JYP in collaboration with the technology experts at Monster, has created a headphone that’s world-class in both sound and design. Diamond Tears by Monster are high-definition on-ear headphones that let you hear your favorite songs just as the artist created them in the studio.

The long awaited KARL by Karl Lagerfeld for Net-A-Porter is finally here. To celebrate the occasion, the prolific designer captures the Spring/Summer 2012 collection on five of his favorite models, Abbey Lee Kershaw (Next), Anja Rubik (Next), Arizona Muse (Next), Saskia de Brauw (DNA) and Sui He (New York Model Management) in print and on film, under the creative direction of Trey Laird with styling by Karl Templer.

Watch the video below:

We love skulls! Limited edition of 21 pieces, which includes 15 pieces in titanium and 6 unique set pieces in red or white gold.

CALIBER RM052: manual winding tourbillon movement with hours, minutes. Dimensions: 42.70 mm x 50.00 mm x 15.95 mm. MAIN FEATURES POWER RESERVE Circa 48 hours.

BASEPLATE AND BRIDGES IN GRADE 5 TITANIUM

The RM 052 revolves around the skull. This is fascinating from an artistic point of view, but even more so from a technical point of view. The baseplate has been finished in grade 5 titanium, a biocompatible, highly corrosion-resistant and remarkably rigid alloy, which enables the gear train to function effortlessly. The alloy is 90% titanium, 6% aluminium and 4% vanadium. This combination further increases its mechanical properties, which explains its frequent use in the aerospace, aeronautical and automobile industries.

The upper and lower jaws holds the tourbillon cage jewel. The rear of the skull acts as a central bridge. The “Jolly Roger” comes to life thanks to the 4 bridges that link the movement to the case. The skeletonized baseplate and the bridges have been subjected to intensive and complete validation tests to optimize their resistance capacities. 

BALANCE WHEEL WITH VARIABLE INERTIA

The free-sprung balance provides better reliability in the event of shocks, movement assembly and disassembly. It also guarantees better chronometric results over an extended period of time. There is no need for an index plate, allowing more precise and frequent adjustment using 4 setting screws.

FAST ROTATING BARREL (6 hours per revolution instead of 7.5 hours)

This type of barrel provides the following advantages:

The phenomenon of periodic internal mainspring adhesion is significantly diminished, thereby increasing performance. Provision of an excellent mainspring delta curve with an ideal power reserve/performance and regularity ratio.

BARREL PAWL WITH PROGRESSIVE RECOIL

This device permits a profitable winding gain (circa 20 %), especially during the winding start. It is also helpful in the distribution of the mainspring’s internal tension.

WINDING BARREL TEETH AND THIRD-WHEEL PINION WITH CENTRAL INVOLUTE PROFILE

The central involute profile of the winding barrel teeth and pinion provides an optimal pressure angle of 20°. This promotes effective rotary motion and allows for compensation of possible variations in the engagement of the going train thus insuring excellent torque transmission with a distinct improvement in performance. 

SPLINE SCREWS IN GRADE 5 TITANIUM FOR THE BRIDGES

This permits better control of the torque applied to the screws during assembly. These screws are therefore unaffected by physical manipulation during assembly or disassembly and age well. This impressive timepiece is available here.

Contemporary Designer based in Paris, Dzmitry Samal was born in Belarus in 1981. In 2003 he graduated from the Belarusian Technical University. His first profession is that of automobile engineer, but Dzmitry also took great interest in automobile design and design in general. He decided to complete postgraduate courses at the Belarusian Academy of Art and, after 3 years of studying there, he won the Audi Scholarship and completed his Master’s Degree at the Scuola Politechnica di Design in Milan.

During the past 8 years of his professional activities, Dzmitry has successfully collaborated with Italian, French, Chinese, and American design companies as well as fashion designers. Collaborations include Stile Bertone, Renault, Honda, L’Avvento, Idestyle, V2 Design, Soca…

His studies and experiences abroad in places like Belarus, Italy, and France, as well as his vast experience in car design, have helped him to develop an eye for style and innovation.

Dzmitry is a finalist in a number of international design contests. He has participated in European and World Design Conferences in Paris, Minsk, and Helsinki. Dzmitry’s works are published in a wide variety of magazines worldwide, including AD, W, GQ, Elle Decoration, Designer, Marie Claire and Glamour. Currently, there are 4 published books with Dzmitry’s works.

“Oxoye Chair” designed for Soca and presented in Milan (ISalone 2011) and “Parallel World” for V2Design have received awards in competition of INTERNATIONAL DESIGN AND DESIGN AWARDS (Paris France).

Besides his creation activity, Dzmitry successfully teaches design techniques at the Scuola Politechnica di Design. He is also a jury member for a prestigious contest for young designers, organized by Audi AG and Audi Russia.

In 2011 Dzmitry has created his own eyewear’s brand “Dzmitry Samal” dzmitrysamal.com

Every object represented here is unique and represents the combination of a futuristic and retro vision of design. It is a mix of a vintage aesthetic with advanced production elements. Dzmitry thinks that the future of design lies in combining our past experience and heritage with modern technology to make new creations.

The sweet model Freja Beha Erichsen lands one of the artful Spring Summer 2012 Dansk magazine covers.

Art: Cathrine Raben Davidsen / Photographer: Christian Brylle

Of nomadic heart at home or abroad, the Louis Vuitton man cultivates his traveller’s spirit. On the move or dining out in style, casual or to-the-nines, he is ever refined and dares to set off his look with innovative, classic or unexpected accessories. Essentials that he picks from Louis Vuitton collection of timeless objects or House classics expressed with masculine air in iconic fabrics (Monogram, Damier) or precious leathers (Nomade, Taiga, Utah), branded with the LV initials.

Billfolds, agendas, key chains or high-tech protective covers are indispensable for the man who cares about the quality of his discreet companions. Louis Vuitton small leather goods reveal the excellence of their make with each handling: the selection of the finest materials, small folds in the corner, the tinted edges, a variety of finishes creating a line of sturdy, long-lasting objects meant to keep. Hot-stamping on smaller accessories, addresstags, personalise these items with the owner’s initials for a potent feeling of exclusivity.

The Louis Vuitton man is an elegant enthusiast, well-groomed down to the last detail, relishing the rich, brushed gleam of USB keys, bill clips, and cufflinks, or the sophisticated pop aura of jewellery with stylised emblems. He amps up his look with stoles and shawls in precious blends of silk, linen or cashmere and seasonal variations on iconic prints (blue Damier and khaki Leopard). The finishing touch for a modern and stylish man.

The Swedish supergroup are back with an epic track and it’s nothing short of flawless.

 Lacoste, the most charming French brand with wonderful prices. Click here and be happy.

Clint Eastwood, photographed by Martin Schoeller, graces the January cover of  ’M’ Magazine by Le Monde.