Item Reviews

Tantum Pocket Tee

This is a great shirt. Great cut, quality cotton, and good construction. This particular color way is sold out, but they still have a few other colors on the union site. Great for summer, i do recommend sizing down though, as i did have to shrink it, which i obviously hate doing.

http://store.unionlosangeles.com/collections/tantum

Engineered Ground jacket

One of my favorite jackets ive ever owned as it definitely earns its keep with the amount of commentary it receives. I will say though, that it is alot to pay for a single stitched nylon jacket, even though it does feature some great lining. I chose to sz down to medium, it fits but i could probably wear a large as well.

sz. m still available here

http://www.couvertureandthegarbstore.com/Product/?p=3613&i=3707

sz. sm available here

http://www.tresbienshop.net/ground-jacket-navy-floral

Movie Mondays

1.That Obscure Object of Desire - Luis Bunuel

Ive been a huge fan of Luis Bunuel since i was first introduced to him through my exploration of surrealism in high school. Some of his films might be too conceptual or arty for some, but this film, one of his best in my opinion, is a very solid, entertaining experience. Also, anyone whos ever had to deal with a significant other who is slightly mental (and who isnt), will surely find parts of the film extremely relatable.

2. Fish Tank - Andrea Arnold

This movie, as pretty much every film festival jury agreed, is beautiful. It has a fantastic sense of honesty throughout, and seems to almost move to a rhythm as it unfolds. Its a slice of life film that really pulls you in and will definitely give you a perspective on a lifestyle that you might not be familiar with.

3. Cruising - William Friedkin

William Friedkin, of French Connection fame, directed this often overlooked dark thriller. What i think sets this apart from all the other murder mystery films, is its sense of authenticity. Filmed in all the real s&m clubs of late 1970's new york, you feel like a fly on the wall of a crazy culture which has since moved deep underground. Its massively entertaining and features a great performance from Al Pacino.

Gimmie Dat

Mark McNairy for Norse Projects - Been looking at these for months, some of the prettiest shoes ive seen, the only problem being that theyre affiliated with norse projects.

http://www.norsestore.com/commodity/11469

Mark McNairy camo shirt - camo. made in new york. enough said.

http://shop.markmcnairy.com/collections/all/products/nylon-camo-shirt

Sanders Bertie - Yet another Mark McNairy related product, as sanders makes his shoes. This is probably the best shoe you can get for the money.

http://www.sanders-uk.com/products/Bertie-170.php

North Face Purple Label spring california shirt - great toned down floral print. might have to get a proxy for this one.

http://www.nanamica.com/shopping/products/detail.php?product_id=538

Slaps for your Face

Marger - Alright

Kastle - Bring Me Back

(ed. note - dude dances and dresses like a total herb but fuck it)

Lewi White - Back in the Day pt. 2 ( best grime song in a minute)

Falty Dl - Mean Streets

Kingdom/Girl Unit - Ride It Every Time (club slayer)

Artist Spotlight: Charline von Heyl

Charline von Heyl is a German artist i just recently had the pleasure of discovering. I had read somewhere that the sfmoma had acquired a few of her works, and as i always do when coming across a name that is unknown to me, i threw it into google. I was blown away by the diversity and energy of her work. It had the almost street inspired abstract leanings of Norman Bluhm, but had enough defined characters to also appease those who dont typically find themselves drawn to abstract work. For my back ground in street art, and my current love of more contemporary arts, she manages to strike a perfect balance.

X Gets the Crest

I dont know much about this artist, all i know is he produces some fly fuckin rap influenced garage music and i fuckin dig it. Bass hits and pitched up samples all fuckin day, and best thing about it, its totally free on his soundcloud, so i dont even need to steal it. Be the first in your city to fuck with x gets the crest.

heres a few,and alot more on his soundloud.

BLK SNDs by xgetsthecrest

Doo Wop (That Thing) - X Gets The Crest mix by xgetsthecrest

When african drums ring out by xgetsthecrest

Dapper Dan

From my roots in streetwear, to my toe in workwear, to my steady infatuation with contemporary japanese fashion, i sometimes feel like i lack knowledge on a certain area of the fashion industry. That is the area that is very fashion-y. I've picked up the last few issues of Dapper Dan in an attempt to get more info on designers that arent covered in my typical arena of interest. They have features on favorites like Ari Marcopoulos and Juergen Teller, but they also introduced me to numerous up and coming artists from around the world that i have never seen before. A lot of the clothes featured have an emphasis on runway style, in that i would never actually wear them, but i certainly can appreciate them. Do yourself a favor, put down inventory mag for a couple hours, and expand your horizons.

http://www.dapperdanmagazine.com/

heres where i get mine:

http://stores.magazinecafeny.com/-strse-4671/Dapper-Dan-Magazine/Detail.bok?category=