Opening Ceremony gives some behind the scenes look at the Pendleton for Opening Ceremony photo shoot by Richard Kern as styled by Alastair McKimm. ”Legendary provocateur Richard Kern got behind the lens of our Fall/Winter 09 Pendleton meets Opening Ceremony shoot. Even under layers of Pendleton wool, Kern still got models Rachel, Darya, Anna, Meredith, Michael and Jesse to convey subtle hints of the signature salacious aesthetic seen in his shoots for Vice and his personal work. Check out some behind the scenes shots and the full look book styled by Alastair McKimm.”

(via blackbird)

Shanghai designer Kim Kiroic, one of China’s emerging footwear designers, popped up on the Paris runways with footwear specially designed for the Juun.J Spring/Summer 2010 runway show. Kiroic’s sneakers are fully deconstructed to the base essential by removing toe boxes, tongues, and more. The end product is more of a sandal than sneaker though appearances can be deceiving.

More looks at the Kim Kiroic Sneakers for Juun.J Spring/Summer 2010 after the jump.

Her is a teaser video to followup on our Wrangler Blue Bell EU mention yesterday.

01. Ios Airin Chair Series

“I like this interesting task chair from Korean manufacturer IOS Innovator’s System. The pads have a molded fabric covered profile which is interesting. There is not a tremendous amount of description on the site, but I am going to infer that this allows the back to be flexible and the molding will actually promote a degree of ventilation. But the one of the best things about their site is all the cool desks they show in their gallery.” (workalicious)

02. Soundblock iPod speakers look like LEGO blocks

“Elecom has brought out a series of docks for the iPod Nano called Soundblocks that are perhaps the most good-looking ones in the mini-dock category. They measure only 2 x 16mm, and are available in atleast a dozen appetizing colors – just so that you can match your iPod with the appropriate one. Seriously, what more could you want? Well, I for one, would like to know if they sound as good as they look.” (popg)

03. Outlier Summer Shorts Review…

“I have now been wearing these shorts for about two weeks and would definitely categorize them as jammin! There are definitely things I don’t like but more that I do. I opted for the navy blue work wear fabric that they use. These were available at the BFF street party. Not sure if they will be released online. Maybe Tyler can fill us in on that later.” (trackosaurusrex)

04. Vadim Kibardin’s killer clock concept (above)

“Designer Vadim Kibardin’s suh-weeeet Black & White Clock turns two dimensions into three with a series of four OLED digits, each with their own power source.” (core77)

Great teamwork from Barbour and J Crew on this Bedale Jacket that is finished with waxed Sylkoil cotton. Made in England the jacket is described as “ready-for-anything” and we have to agree. Corduroy lines the full neck collar which is seals the deal for me.

More views of the Barbour for J. Crew Sylkoil Bedale Jacket after the jump.

Pacal Melik new collection of wine glass, Kaarsrecht, is named for a Dutch saying meaning “straight as an angle.” The look is inspired by melting candles, and produced by essentially freezing melting wax in motion. The forms are then molded allowing for the glasses to be blown and fired. (via Framemag).

More images of the wine glasses after the jump.

“Ten minutes backstage with Dries Van Noten, Ann Demeulemeester, Tim Hamilton, Damir Doma and Romain Kremer.” (hintmag)

Covering everything from saltboxes and framsteads to brownstones and mobile homes, The American House is an illustrated history of the home across America. Famous houses such as Jefferson’s Monticello and Philip Johnson’s Glass House are presented alongside lesser known and equally groundbreaking structures. The selection covers not only the entire nation, but also key styles making the volume a wonderful introduction to American architecture as a whole. As added bonus, a listing of houses open to the public is included, making The American House a pretty good travel guide too. (via Curated).

The American House, published by Phaidon, 2008, www.phaidon.com

Rickard Lindqvist continues to push personality in fashion with his latest Spring 2010 runway show. ”Swedish designer Rickard Lindqvist never fails in delivering a charming collection of not only personality, but quality. Inhibiting a space that fuses classic tailoring with both unconventional and standard style directions that challenge the norm, the designer pushes forward with ease and finesse. Next year’s spring season is no different. In a smart cheeky turn, Lindqvist takes contemporary menswear and gives it an update in proportions.” (fashionisto)