Wednesday, July 27, 2011

The Walart

The Simpsons x Santa Cruz Skateboards

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Santa Cruz has created five different cruzers inspired by The Simpsons. Anyone who loves skateboarding and the show are bound to love these boards. Cop ‘em http://santacruzsurfboards.com/cruzers/

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Double-Headed USB Cable Goes Both Ways [Genius]

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Sure, you probably own a million USB cables as is, but this 3ft-long USB cable with both a micro and mini USB head is $12 well-spent, let me tell you

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Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Theophilus London I Stand Alone live on Jimmy Kimmel

KAWS x Hennessy – Limited Edition Bottle

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KAWS x Hennessy - Limited Edition Bottle

The ever famous French cognac label Hennessy, releases a very special bottle designed by NY artist KAWS. Just like any KAWS product, the bottle is embossed with the signature KAWS imagery including chomper teeth, the “X X” eyes and colorful graphics that mix geometry and cartoon.

The release of this limited edition bottle is expected to arrive at select outlets in the coming week

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Look At How Little Selling Music Matters To Apple

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Apple's iTunes controls 75% or more of the digital music market, but how much does music matter to Apple's bottom line?  Less than than you might think.


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Monday, July 18, 2011

DJ @LupeFiasco and @SkyGellatly form The Soundclash

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Being offered is a visual that documents Lupe Fiasco and Sky Gellatly in Las Vegas over Memorial Day Weekend. Lupe has formed a DJ duo named Soundclash with Sky Gellatly in order to heat up the international dancefloor masses. The video was produced by 5th & Ocean productions and whets the appetite for upcoming gigs this newly formed DJ duo is set to perform in the next several months. In addition, Lupe and Sky are working on a joint EP, slated to be released by the end of 2011. The piece will offer a cross-genre-mix of music, heavily rooted in electronic and hip-hop. Get amped up above!
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How to Navigate the ‘The Morning After"

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The morning after is; an emotional roller-coaster of simultaneous triumph & shame that all-too-often stems from mild attraction multiplied by an ocean of alcohol. Whether it was during your wild college years or this morning, no one is immune to the embarrassment of trekking to home/work/church (potentially) reeking of booze and (undoubtedly) sweat from the night before. To top this off is an outfit donned hours earlier with a night out in mind, and let’s face it, the light of day can be far more cruel than any strobe light.

But must the dreaded walk of shame always be shameful? We say “Nay”. So we’ve come up with a few basic steps, tips, and tricks that will work to hide the evidence of your previous escapade, and make you ready to face the day. You (hopefully) just had a ridiculously great night, and there’s no reason you can’t walk out the door with your head held high like the champion, or at least a functioning member of society.

Wake up early:

If possible, try to set your cell phone alarm earlier in the evening to prevent alcohol-induced forgetfulness. True, this isn’t always possible since the walk of shame is final step in an unplanned journey, but it’s a key step in getting on with your day and salvaging your dignity.
The last thing you want in the morning is to be rushed and end up looking even more unruly and unkempt than you already do. Trust us; wake up early, don’t make it worse for yourself.

You may have not been the most gentlemanly person in the world the night before, but that’s no excuse to continue the trend in the light of day & sobriety

Cleaning Up:

That being said, provided you wake up early, you should have ample time to take a quick shower. Make sure to politely ask your host or hostess if it’s alright first. 99.99% of the time, they won’t mind at all, and you have the chance to scrub that eau de post coitus fragrance off. Worst case scenario, you can just give your face a quick wash over the sink to take the shine off.
Take the time to round up all your clothes off the floor and bring them in the bathroom with you. Laying out or hanging up your clothes while you shower will allow the steam to freshen them up and eliminate any wrinkles.

Don’t Linger:

This rule is especially important if you have work or another engagement in the morning. The last thing you want to do is show up in clothes from the day before, and be running late. Keep in mind that you’re also leaving from an unfamiliar location, and should budget extra time for getting lost, getting caught in unexpected traffic, or for calling a cab and reclaiming your car from the impound.

Grab Recovery Supplies:

Hopefully you’ve left early enough to have time for an emergency reinforcements run. Don’t be stingy in buying whatever you might need to complete the rest of your day if you don’t have time to go home. A cheap pair of boxers, deodorant, a coffee, and some socks will cost around $20, and do wonders for your appearance and mood.
Sure, putting on a $5 chinatown t-shirt in a McDonald’s bathroom won’t make you feel that great about yourself, but ultimately it’s the judging eyes of friend’s and coworkers that will make you feel worse if you don’t. Walk of Shame or not, it’s always a good policy to have deodorant, some facial wipes, and a clean shirt stashed in your desk. Spills happen just as much as unexpected night of hooking up.

Call Her Back:

The final step in transitioning from a shameful morning to a successful one is being a gentleman. Don’t be the guy that steals her brother’s shirt and sneaks out the back without as much as a “thanks”. Make sure to let her know that you enjoyed your time together – whether you did or not. Be polite, courteous, and maybe even share a cup of coffee with her before you leave. You may have not been the most gentlemanly person in the world the night before, but that’s no excuse to continue the trend in the light of day & sobriety.

Summary

The walk of shame can be a pretty problematic pickle if you’re not careful. There’s nothing worse than showing up to a meeting late and looking like a complete disgrace, but hey, sometimes these things just seem to happen. When they do, at least you can be well-prepared with these foolproof measures that one can complete pretty much anywhere, under any circumstances.

  • Set your alarm early on the night before & save yourself the rush.
  • If possible, take a quick shower to refresh yourself, and your clothes
  • Leave early. You should never compromise reliability for a one-night stand.
  • Plan to make a run for supplies.
  • Be a gentleman. One should always attempt to be a gentleman, but especially in potentially touchy situations like these. Be polite, courteous, and call them later.

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Friday, July 15, 2011

Theophilus London Meets Fab 5 Freddy

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Jeremy Scott x adidas Originals JS Wings Camo – Available for Pre-Order

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He's not one to typically just blend in, but ostensibly, that's exactly what Jeremy Scott is going for with his latest adidas Originals by Orignals release. The Jeremy Scott x adidas Originals JS Wings Camo is J.Scott's latest take oh his most oft-utilized silhouette, the Metro Attitude once again donning Mercury-style wings as attached to its lateral eyelets. These joints go with a traditional four-color camouflage on the uppers plus blaze orange on the sockliner to finish the hunting vibe, and you'll be able to snare a pair in just under two days thanks to the pre-order currently available from Caliroots.

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Thursday, July 14, 2011

@Greenpeace – Adidas vs Nike Detox

Flights of Genius by Stephen Powers

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Ogilvy & Mather New York and Joshua Liner Gallery unveil a series of commissioned murals by celebrated artist Stephen Powers that reinterpret the words and quotes of agency founder David Ogilvy.

Power’s bold graphic style, reminiscent of vintage advertising illustrations puts a unique emphasis on famous Ogilvy sayings and transforms them into actionable words designed to inspire the viewer. Painted in bright colors on the North stairwell of the agency’s headquarters office, the murals run from the first to the 11th floor of the office building.

The murals are being unveiled to coincide with the 100th birthday of David Ogilvy, one of the most influential and important figures in modern advertising.

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“Inside Out” By Pharrell Williams | Behind The Scenes Video

Friday, July 8, 2011

Design’s Role in Innovation

Herschel Supply Co. Spring/Summer 2012 Laptop Case Collection Preview

Untold Fall/Winter 2011 Collection

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The Untold Fall/Winter 2011 Collection makes for welcoming news, with another astute installation from the Japanese label creating another casual line. With down jackets, shirts and fleeces the vocal point the pallet of colors is balanced with a fun, vibrant side and a more basic, traditional side.

Untold Fall/Winter 2011 Collection is a post from: SLAMXHYPE


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Dickies x Starter Spring/Summer 2012 Snap-Backs

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Brooklyn Bodega Presents: The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival ‘11 @QtipTHEabstract

Hall Of Fame’s $10.00 Sale @hallofFameLtD

ATCQ on HOT97 with Angie Martinez | A Tribe Called Quest

Q-Tip & Ali went to see Angie to talk about the movie- In Theaters this week! Check out the video below

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Herschel Supply Fall 2011 Lookbook Video 2

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#Onesheet Introduction Artist Check it Out

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Onesheet pulls info from sites that many musicians are already using including ArtistData, Bandcamp, BandsInTown, Bandzoogle, Facebook, FanBridge, NextBigSound, Posterous, ReverbNation, Songkick, Sonicbids, Soundcloud, Tumblr, Twitter, Vimeo, Wordpress, and YouTube. CD Baby, Instagram, iTunes, Moontoast, Nimbit, Rdio, and Topspin will be added in the coming weeks.

Basics Onesheet sites are free and will remain so, promises Mulligan. "A premium paid service will add additional features and customization," he told Hypebot in a pre-launch interview. "Mobile optimization is another feature we may charge for. What kind of artists use Onesheet and how they use it, will drive what we do next."

Users can reserve their custom OneSheet url now here, and will be brought onto the system in the coming days, according to Mulligan.

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Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Rock City – Karmaloop TV

 

 

Peep the KarmaloopTV interview with Rock City where they talk about everything from the artists and producers they work with, how they got started making music, and what we can all expect from them in the future.

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Friday, July 1, 2011

BEST OF JULY 4TH SALES YOU GOTTA HIT !!!!

ENJOY THE WEEKEND!!!!!! Sip slow & DRIVE SLOW HOMIE!!!! #TEAMNOD.U.I

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