Blackbird have got their mitts on Alden’s ‘Indy’ boot, which was an inspiration for one of A.P.C’s AW09 shoes that we featured a while back. We know it’s all the rage on the ‘intanetz’ to pretend as if you’ve been up on something since it began, but we’ll be the first to admit we didn’t previously know why this Alden boot was called the Indy.

According to Blackbird, the boot was originally named the ‘High Work Shoe’ and has been about since the 1930’s. The name change happened when Harrison Ford started wearing them in Indiana Jones films. Feel free to bore anyone you know with that information when you get your hands on these. (Blackbird)

Take the leap of faith to see more pictures.

What’s with high street retailers spelling chambray with an e? It’s not technically wrong, but the only folks who seem to do it are Topman and ASOS. It’s almost as annoying as people referring to companies in the singular instead of plural.

Remember bow ties? They were supposed to be the next big thing in neckwear, but they’ve ended up as one of those niche trends. If you’re a bow-tie wearer who’s managed to pull them off without looking affected, then you’ll like this YMC chambray shirt complete with attached bow tie. Our only complaint is that the bow tie itself looks a little too perfect. How are we gonna pretend we did it ourselves when it’s done up like that? (ASOS)

The song remains the same, detailed shots after that leap of faith.

Graphic Europe is a forthcoming travel guide from the folks at Studio April. Given that people in creative fields often have leads on some of the more intriguing establishments in any given city, it should be no surprise that the book unearths some entertaining options. Each city is covered by a local designer. This gives both the content and the graphic identity unique and distinctive character.

In all, 31 cities are given “alternative guides” in Graphic Europe. The book will release in October through Cicada Books. A welcome change of pace from the canned vision of Lonely Planet. (via Curated).

A few sample pages after the jump.

01. Beachclub / Spanjers Architect

“On the beach of Westkapelle, a small coastal town in the Netherlands, recently a new beachclub called ‘Zuiderduin’ has opened its doors for the public. A building with a maximum outdoor floor surface where people can enjoy a snack, a drink and a beautiful view on the beach and the North Sea, when they go to the coast during the warm and sunny days. This is the starting point on which the concept of the design has been based.” (archdaily)

02. No.Zine (above)

“Patrick Fry recently completed a new project called ‘No.Zine‘. It is a self initiated series of zines featuring a collection of young artists, writers, illustrators, photographers and designers. The idea is that each of the zine’s content is based around the number of its issue. So really it’s a celebration of the power in numbers and how everything around us can relate to them.” (typeneu)

03. Bentley Mulsanne at Pebble Beach

“The reason for my trip to Pebble Beach was the launch of a brand new Bentley, the new Mulsanne. The first glimpse we had of it was on Saturday evening, at a private event for customers (not me) and press (hello) on the grounds of Clint Eastwood’s golf club, Tehama. A spectacular setting to say the least, but also an intimate way to showcase a car (we could not take pictures on that night though…). Much dancing was had, dangerously close to a one-off pre-production car…” (arkitip)

04. New Atlas Sound: “Attic Lights

“Atlas Sound, the solo project from Deerhunter frontman Bradford Cox, will release his new LP Logos on October 20 via Kranky in the U.S. (It’s out Octobert 19 via 4AD in the UK.)” (pitchfork)

Eric Wilson writes in today’s NYT’s regarding a change in market of sorts for Maine’s L.L. Bean Company. “It now happens that L. L. Bean, like other outdoor companies, is planning an updated look with a collection called L. L. Bean Signature. The company has hired a name designer, Alex Carleton, the founder of Rogues Gallery, as its creative director. In March, it will introduce the line, including tailored linen blazers and buffalo plaid shirts for men and camp jackets and a madras shirtdress for women.” We’re looking forward to see what Mr. Carleton brings to the market with “Signature.” More to come…

Read the full story at The New York Times.

A fine studded belt from Glory. “This is a Glory black leather belt. Has detachable belt buckle and polished sliver rivets. Imprinted with Glory logo. Only one in stock. Measures 35 1/2″ from tip to tip, 1 1/2 inches wide. Fits waist sizes approximately  26-28.” The embossed logo treatment does it well and the price is nice too: 78$US.

More looks at the Glory Johnny Black Rivet Belt after the jump.

Stay warm in this loden wool blanket from April77 for Autumn/Winter 2009. Used in traditional Austrian clothing, Loden sheep’s wool is water resistant and great for laying down on a damp grass knoll. This blanket is part of April77’s “Collections” line and should be available shorty. Look for it in finer shops globally.

More looks at the April77 Loden Wool Blanket after the jump.

Apolis Activism lines their online blog with previews of their Autumn/Winter collection for 2009. I don’t mind saying that I am fond of the 5 Pocket Wool CPO shirt or even the Wax Canvas Bomber Jacket – both of which remain heritage proper and classic for the moment. If you are not familiar with the line, be sure to check out our back catalog of great looks from Apolis Activism.

More looks from the Apolis Activism Autumn/Winter 2009 collection after the jump.

Coffee and art has some subtle (and some overt) connections. De’Longhi is well known for making equisite coffee machines. There artista series brings this heritage together with contemporary art. And, it’s not all just for show.

Contributions from Nicole Miller, Damien Correll, and Kristina Collantes (and several others), have been laser etched onto a limited run of Perfecta machines. These will be offered online with all proceeds going to Oxfam USA. They also suggest raising a double espresso to the fight against poverty.

Two sleeveless vests from Japan’s N.Hoolywood. The sleeveless vests are available in brown or grey and finished with a wool twill outer. Note the distinctive applied pattern on the upper. Well done and priced well. We applaud you for hunting these down.

Larger views of the N. Hoolywood Sleeveless Down Vests after the jump.