Two new palaces of America’s pastime open this year in New York. In the Bronx, Yankee stadium is no longer the house that Ruth Built, but designed by Populous. The firm worked on the MET’S new facility, Citi Field, as well. In today’s NYT Nicolai Ouroussoff breaks down how each new park fits its respective team. Interactive tours are included in the review.
If you’re one of the lucky few that’ll be going on holiday to a hot climate this summer, then shorts like these are a must. We should note that these are swimming trunks – we’re not advocating super short shorts – and they’d be a little obscene anywhere apart from beside a pool. Like most pieces this summer, they fit perfectly into the preppy look – but you could easily Patrik Ervell them out and add some modernity to your outfit. Get it from Luisviaroma.
Club Monaco is the latest fashion brand to spread its wings into cycling. Like several before them, their doing so via partnership. The Royal Gazelle is the only bike endorsed by the Dutch Royal family, and was designed in 1892. Club Monaco is marketing the bike as the ultimate in urban luxury. The related microsite includes a guide to riding in New York City, just in case you needed one. Retail on the Royal Gazelle is $995. (via Acquire).
Although Isaac Reina are primarily known for their wallets and card holders, they’ve now decided to branch out into luggage. This holdall is the pick of the bunch – sometimes you don’t need a bag to perform any fancy tricks, you just need it do what it’s meant for. This is the kind of bag you’ll still be using in ten years whilst your other fashion fancies sit in the back of your wardrobe. We’ll let you know when and where it’ll be available.
One of the main reasons why we put up so much stuff from Japanese sites is that they always get the styling right. If you’ve seen the looks from ASOS or Matches you’ll know that bad styling can be a big turnoff. Even if you can’t get this exact shirt, surely you can take the styling as inspiration and put together some pieces in your wardrobe in a new way. As for the shirt itself, our main gripe is that it seems to be that awkward level of thinness that most summer shirts fall into. Get it if you can from Style Cruise.
“Last night, NYC-based designer Brian Wood showed his latest collection, Night Stalkers, at Rush Arts Gallery. Known for his elaborately constructed garments…” (Men.style)
03. Boats Too Costly to Keep Are Littering Coastlines
“They often sandpaper over the names and file off the registry numbers, doing their best to render the boats, and themselves, untraceable…” (NYT)
04. Spotted in Dubai: Gold Bugatti Veyron
“With all the financial turmoil surrounding Dubai, the luxury capital of the World still has something to be proud of. This Bugatti Veyron is blessed with gold in three equally appealing tones. (Por Homme)
05. Fashioning Felt at Copper-Hewitt Exhibition
“Fashioning Felt presents an extraordinary range of felt. From two-dimensional carpets to three-dimensional environments, each work reveals the virtuosity of both the material and the designers.” (Cooper-Hewitt)
Our friends at Valet have just returned from Los Angeles and brought us back some views on Derringer Cycles. “Van Anz, an LA-based industrial designer, still builds each bike by hand. “Right now, there’s about a twelve week waiting list,” he says. “But people are willing to wait because you choose the colors, details and we’ll even engrave your monogram into the gas cap.” You don’t need a special license to drive them either.”
Yatzer brings views of the Harvey Nichols store in Jakarta, Indonesia. “Bold, striking architectural elements and refined interiors characterize the four-level Harvey Nichols luxury flagship in Jakarta. The 9,000 square meter store features exclusive international brands in an environment distinctly tailored to the time-honored traditions and cosmopolitan flair of Indonesia.” The space was designed by the Callison firm.
More views of the Harvey Nichols Jakarta, Indonesia flagship store after the jump.
Finishing our trifecta of Damir Doma posts this week ends with a look at their sunglass offering in collaboration with Linda Farrow Projects. “This style is part of a new line for SS09- ‘Linda Farrow Projects’. Four exciting designers have each created a single pair of sunglasses that epitomizes their artistic style and complements their brand.” Get them now from Oki-ni.
More detailed views of the Damir Doma Wayfarer by Linda Farrow Projects after the jump.
Here’s a big one from the Jil Sander line. A hefty tote bag made from canvas and treated with lether trim on the handles straps and beyond. Set at a price that’s not for the faint of heart – 975$US – this tote will hopefully hold us as long as it takes for you to pay it off. Available now from AR.
More views of the Jil Sander Tote Bag after the jump.
