The custom craze continues to expand in the commercial market as it dies on the underground level. As if the Wayfarer needs anymore marketing perks! By far the trendiest sunglasses in the world have yet again given you another reason to buy yet another pair. Like the original Adicolor circa 1980’s that was reproduced in 2005, RayBan is launching a Wayfarer Coloring Kit including your primary color markers and a pair of white Wayfarers to scribble on. We are probably gona see a bunch of hipster bunk come out of this, but hey GO RayBan!

-thanks to Kanye Blog for the tip

Kevin Cyr is a Brooklyn based painter. Kevin’s paintings are mostly drawn on plywood. He basically removes the vehicles from their original context and recreates a background giving the subject more importance. He’s style is just perfect, I love his Camper bike Project.

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Barcelona-based Finnish illustrator Pietari Posti has been published internationally in publications like The New York Times, The Guardian, Wired Magazine and Paste Magazine. Described expressive yet tranquil Pietari´s work has been utilized in advertising, merchandise and apparel… He has updated his site with plenty of new work…

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For $2,700, you can have this fancy Bonfort Swiss Army Knife coated in 18-karat yellow gold and studded with 72 eye-popping diamonds, this version of the 3-inch Classic model packs a tiny pair of scissors, a file with screwdriver tip, and an engraved knife blade. If you are a luxury camper this Bonfort Swiss Army Knife is for you! ( Other models are available upon request)

Central Saint Martin’s graduate Yang Li is the designer of the successful ‘Cloth Label’. He has interned with Gareth Pugh and has already made two collections. We are always excited to see new menswear talent. Here are some beautiful futuristic interpretations of suiting. Boxy cuts, boxy pocket and short sleeve blazer style – Definitely a British touch with some Margiela inspiration…We will keep an eye on him…(see Interview of Yang Li on Dazed Digital)

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Its seems that Fashion is now focusing on the upper belt, with Timo Neckwear line and the Upper Torso Collection form Baptist Viry , now its the Online Magazine Fashion156 who made a beautiful editorial focusing on hats and headpieces..Seems like a Trend is coming…

Headdress and dress by Rebekah Raa, further enquiries @ rebekah.carpenter@hotmail.co.uk

Entire bespoke creation by J Smith Esquire on display @ My Sugarland,  info available @ www.mysugarland.co.uk.  Justin’s work see www.jsmithesquire.com

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British Howard Mcalpine is living and working in London and has specialized in the advertising field for more than 10 years. He works with the biggest including, American Express, O2, McDonald, Nissan…). He is especially drawn to working with cars, landscapes and people in an environment. He says ” For me photography has always been about how you capture the narrative / aesthetic, and build an aesthetic inherent in the light and energy of the subject, to portray a sense of its beauty and mystery both seen and unseen ” Love his personal work reviewed here – see more on his website.

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Lego Lamp by Taiwan designer, Tzuwei Tai. This clever desk lamp get their inspiration from the popular block game playthings. Everyone has the experience of playing with Lego as kids. “Lego Lamp” lamp remind us of the creative spirit we used to have and enlighten us with the unlimited possibilities of building with blocks. Source

The renowned watch maker, Hublot, has already earned itself a name with The Exclusive Big Bang (see below) . This time, it’s the Hublot Black Caviar Bang, a new entrant to the million dollar watch club. Carrying the legacy forth, the Caviar Bang comes festooned with a 18k white gold case and clasp with hundreds of precision cut black diamonds, totaling to 34.5 total carats. There are 322 diamonds on the case, 179 on the bezel, and 30 on the clasp. The one million dollar watch has only one visible feature, which is the black and deep tones of the diamonds, shining in their harmonious alignment.  Valued at $1 million, the Hublot Black Caviar Bang is a limited edition run of only one piece.

The Exclusive Big Bang ( also $1M )

see also the Big Bang chronograph, Big Bang Red Gold Diamond Ladies, and the Red Devil Bang chronograph -Info via Bornrich

Israeli based, Russian Born, Miriam Moshinsky Illustrations are full of colors, happiness and a little touch of Tim Burton… She also offer on her website some beautiful free wallpapers and some pretty cool icons.

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The Parisian-based designer spearheads the onslaught of the new “accessory garment” hybrid reserved for the upper torso. Baptiste Viry a graduate of the world renowned l’Ecole de la Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne, Baptist’s CV is pretty complete: with recognized awards and an internship at Hermes, the Future seems particularly bright for this Young Designer… more info Dazed Digital

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Empire of the Sun : Walking on a Dream

Empire Of The Sun is a collaborative project between Pnau’s Nick Littlemore and Luke Steele of The Sleepy Jackson. Steele’s vocals were recently featured on Pnau’s self titled album. Empire of the Sun’s debut album was released on the 4th of October 2008. The first single, featured here, from the album is Walking On A Dream.

Listen to “Walking on Dream” Here

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French Art Director/Photographer Pierre Beteille (aka Monkeyman) said ” I am not a photographer or an artist, I just make images … I shoot very average or even bad photos that I try to improve thanks to Photoshop …“  His photoshopped images definitely stand out above so many others’ attempts to make the same type of images. Pierre is truly one of the most original artist I’ve seen this month… Bravo Mr Monkey !! see his website and Flickr

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The New 2009 Mercedes McLaren SLR is named after  Sir Stirling Moss for his legendary win at the 1955 Mille Miglia, the vehicle boasts a rap-sheet of impressive credentials such as the the 650 hp V8 powerplant from the SLR 722 edition from which 0-62 will take a 3.5 seconds and can reach a top speed of 217 mph (350km/h0). They will start producing the SLR in June ‘09,  right after the end of the current SLR’s production. Unfortunately, the vehicle will be limited to 75 worldwide, AND, if that wasn’t exclusive enough, the vehicle will be made available only to current SLR owners for $1.5M (€750,000)… Lucky me ! Thanks god I already got the SLR! Can’t wait!! 

Thanks to AvntgrdeMag for the tip !

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