01. Trading Museum By Comme Des Garçons

“They’ve done it again. Rei Kawakubo and her team have created a space in the MVRDV-designed Gyre Building in Omotesando, Tokyo, that surpasses all trends. Comme des Garçons’ Trading Museum is part retail outlet, part museum. In the words of director Adrian Joffe, Kawakubo’s purchase of several beautiful antique wooden display cabinets from the V&A Museum was ‘perhaps the moment that the idea of the trading museum came about’.” (frame)

02. Anne Hathaway on the Cover of British GQ (above)

“Because her chest makes me want to launch a war in Ancient Greece, here’s Anne Hathaway in the latest issue of British GQ. If this spread is to help the world forget she dated an Italian con-man who pretended to be the Pope, they’re working.” (superficial)

03. Bottle & Jar Shaped Packets

“I noticed these jar-shaped Nutella packets—(top photo via: Notchet’s Flickr Photostream)—at a grocery store in Rome. (Did I mention I was in Rome a couple of weeks ago?) Then today I saw this bottle-shaped Heinz Ketchup packet. They’re calling it their “Dip & Squeeze” dual-function package.” (dieline)

04. Collapsible Cargoshell Shipping Container Cuts Emissions

“Ocean-bound shipping containers are an often-overlooked source of CO2 emissions — over 90% of all non-bulk cargo carried worldwide arrives in containers, and many of them are sent back empty. Enter the innovative Cargoshell collapsible shipping container, which can drastically cut emissions on return trips by collapsing to a quarter of its full size.” (inhabitant)

J.Lindeberg’s Autumn/Winter 2010 mainline for men, titled, “The True North,” puts focus on the combination of technical advancements while respecting the “old traditions.” “The utility and function found in work wear has emerged and evolved through generations of the army, the navy, hunters and farmers. Heralding back to a time where clothes were long lasting and crafted with a mission for survival. J.Lindeberg continues their endeavour in redefining modern classics with a Scandinavian point of view…”

Many more looks from the Autumn/Winter 2010 J.Lindeberg men’s collection, “The True North,” after the collection.

In a push for recycling the old, W. & Co. have worked with Cleveland’s Brigade on some unique limited run feed sack totes made from vintage textiles found across the USA. “W&Co. bags are made from authentic American vintage fabrics. Their  first season was made exclusively for Brigade in limited runs. We are proud to introduce the Feed Sack Tote the first of many creations to be release by W&Co. This Tote is made from vintage feed sacks from all over American Farms. W. &Co.’s great sense of construction has made these bags durable with copper rivets, leather handles, and leather corner reinforcement.”

Many more looks at the W. & Co. for Brigade Feed Sack Canvas Bags after the click.

I personally love this take on the blucher from Alexander McQueen. Sure, there will be the commenters who will discuss how this is simply a shoe with splattered paint on it, but for those who recognize that not all things are as simple as they seem, you’ll appreciate the forward destruction of the classic silhouette. Made in Italy and available now at Barneys for 795$US.

More views of the Alexander McQueen Paint Splattered Blucher Shoes after the click.

Surface to Air delivers some previews of what to expect from their Autumn/Winter 2010 collection. The Parisan label continued to off their modern take on styled classic looks – all of which would make any man comfortable in closed quarters. Simple and to the point.

More looks from the Surface to Air Autumn/Winter 2010 Men’s Preview after the click.

February 3rd marked the launch of the T-Michael footwear collection for Spring 2010 in Oslo. From there we bring you some exclusive looks at the line which features fresh re-interpretations that mix black, brown and green leathers in very appropriate ways. The “TLACE” derby shoe is a standout.

A few more exclusive looks at the T-Michael Shoes for Spring 2010 after the click.

The Fashionisto offers their take on Tom Ford’s Spring 2010 collection for men. “Nicholas Hoult may be Tom Ford’s leading man when it comes to his eyewear campaign this season, but the designer does not break with tradition in regards to spring’s lookbook. Enlisting Jon Kortajarena once more, Ford turns out his signature suit in a vast array of colors and prints, even going as far as to add a casual resort element for difference.”

Many more looks from the Tom Ford Spring 2010 collection after the jump.

Billykirk takes their stab at refining the belt loop lock holster. Their No. 247 Hand-Stitched & Molded Leather Mini-U-Lock Holders comes in two flavors – as a solo belt u-lock holster or a u-lock holster with pouch closure (No. 247P). The pouch enclosure is a bonus for those who hate stuffing their denim while riding. Choose from black, brown, and tan.

More looks at the Billykirk Mini U-Lock Holder (with or without) Pouch after the click.

How do you update the boat shoe? if you’re NDC, you take it higher. High top boat shoes all over NDC’s SS10 collection, as is the summer-esque boot (pictured). The side zip on these boots take these up a notch from NDC’s usual fare and it’s got that worn-in look that NDC lovers will, erm, love. Elsewhere there’s suede brogues, a handsome moccassin update and a pair of fringed tassle loafers.

Song remains the same. Take a leap to see the rest of the collection.

When is a pink shirt not  a pink shirt? When it’s ‘dirty red’. Despite all the inroads mens’ fashion has made, there’s still a certain camp out there that insist on calling pink anything but pink. It’s 2010 people, there’s no need to be ashamed of the colour anymore. The shirt itself is a handsome one. It’s not a ‘wow’ piece, but it’s a purchase you’ll still be wearing for years to come – something that can’t be said for most fashion forward creations. (Tres Bien)