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$19.95 at Fred Flare.
March 16th, 2006
Posts filed under 'Men'
The Jimi Wallet
On the topic of cool wallets for men, we present The Jimi, courtesy of Christy!
Why’s it so amazing? It’s compact, water resistant, slim, has a detatchable money clip…AND it’s "Made With Respect." That’s right–it’s socially conscious too! 1% of sales go towards the environment, the wallet is made out of recycled materials, and they even pay their workers a fair wage to make the spiffy looking wallet!
What’s not to love?
$15.75 at The Jimi.
March 8th, 2006
Money Clip Card Case
Detest the fat wallet phenomenon? This money clip card case (oh-so-popular in Europe, we’re told) might be the answer to your prayers.
Thanks, Cary for this product suggestion!
4 comments March 3rd, 2006
Thomas Pink Commuter Tie
From the intersection of high fashion and technology:
This limited edition silk tie from Thomas Pink features a pocket on the reverse to hold your iPod Nano or MP3 player and an extra fabric loop to keep headphone wires out of sight.
Thanks to PSFK for the tip!
$95 at Thomas Pink.
1 comment March 2nd, 2006
Martin Margiela Key Tie Clip
Commonplace item, yet completely unexpected on a tie.
Secondary function: a great conversation starter.
$78 at Aloha Rag.
February 23rd, 2006
An Alternative to Fashion Mags: Fashion Films on DVD
Stroll down the magazine aisle of any bookstore ,and you’ll fast realize that there are more fashion publications than one can physically keep up with. And if you pick one up, you’ll find more advertisements than editorial. If you’re tired of the fluff, try FLY DVD, the first fashion and art “moving-magazine†instead.
“How is watching a film comparable to reading a magazine?†you may ask yourself. The answer lies in the third dimension.
Up until now, the fashion curious have experienced their love of clothing through traditional 2-D print magazines. FLY DVD is bringing to life the outfits (and models) you wish you could see in person. Another reason to dust off that DVD machine is a vital element FLY has that Vogue doesn’t: sound. FLY is giving serious fashionistas all over the chance to not only see style in action, but to also hear it. With its integration of film, music, art, fashion, and dialogue, the goal is not only for the viewer to have fun, but also to be stimulated, inspired, and informed even when they step away from the television set.
Though the FLY DVD concept is in its early stages, its players are no rookies. Zero Issue, the very first fashion on film FLY DVD, features the works of established and emerging photographers, filmmakers, animators, artists, and musicians. With 14 fashion films, 6 interviews and documentaries, 9 music videos, Zero Issue includes fashion editors’ favorite designers: Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, Yves Saint Laurent, Y3, Zac Posen, Boudicca, and Cloak.
Featured in the next issue are contributions from John Malkovich, Alex Antitch, KT Auleta, Mike Figgis, Vanina Sorrenti, and Alex Cayley. Look for designs from Jean Paul Gaultier, Louis Vuitton, Burberry Prorsum, Riccardo Tisci, and more. If you still have no clue how fashion plays on film, visit www.insidefly.com for a sneak-peak trailer of Zero Issue.
Convinced? Buy a copy for your own DVD collection.
$45 (one issue) at InsideFly
7 comments February 14th, 2006
Axbo Sleep Phase Alarm Clock
This is one of the coolest things we’ve seen in a long time. Perfect for those who don’t get enough shuteye, the Axbo is the world’s first sleep phase alarm clock.
Getting enough sleep isn’t always about quantity–it’s also about where you are in your sleep cycle when you awaken. Axbo wakes you up at the Optimal point in your sleep cycle so that you’re not groggy upon awakening.
Genius….just genius.
€199 (US $244) (preorder) at Axbo.
January 27th, 2006
Ben Sherman Cream Dot Sport Shirt
Dots are hot on the scene, and a welcome retreat from the stripes seen each season.
$59 at Bluefly.
1 comment January 25th, 2006
Ben Sherman Cream Striped Slim Sport Shirt
Like stripes? Try this slim cut striped shirt. If, however, you’re more of a dot guy, go for Ben Sherman’s dotted version.
$59 at Bluefly.
January 25th, 2006
Michael Kors Coffee Stripe Sweater
Now these are stripes worth mentioning! For men of average to above average height only—the strong horizontals don’t do any favors to shorter men.
$105.30 (sale) at Bluefly.
January 24th, 2006