One of our favorite compendiums of good It’s Nice That has dropped their third issue for purchase and viewing online. “The high-profile line-up for the latest issue spans the creative disciplines and included in the seven interviews are graphic design legend Milton Glaser, fashion designer Sir Paul Smith, furniture designer Tom Dixon, filmmaker Keith Schofield, illustrator Tom Gauld and artist Maisie Broadhead.”

Fans of the Dutch artist, Parra, shoudl also be advised of a free insert with all pre-orders. ”All pre-orders received before midnight on March 31st will receive an exclusive, large-scale screen print from world renowned illustrator Parra. The print is 980 x 550mm when unfolded and has been commissioned exclusively for everyone who orders the publication early.”

Many more looks inside issue #3 of It’s Nice That after the click.

Derrick Cruz of Black Sheep & Prodigal Sons worked with the minds behind Bblessing on a set of lapel pins that take inspiration from a time long ago. “Each pin has a symbol on it that represents the original seven planets from the Ptolemaic worldview [which include the Sun and the Moon].” The lapels are finished in bronze for that authentic age.

More looks at the Black Sheep & Prodigal Sons for Bblessing Lapel Pins after the click.

With their first foray into womenswear under their belts, B Store have released these images of the Autumn/Winter 2010 collection. This collection is based on ‘an imagined, faded, aristocratic family spending the weekend at the family’s country estate, Wyndham’. The end result is very english aristocrat (suits permeate the collection) meets workwear, with an array of parkas, checked shirting and oversized knitwear making their way into the collection. With bags created in collaboration with accessories designer Kuni Awai, this is very much a collection for those for like their workwear with a twist. And for the record, we’re still dead set against leggings as outerwear.

Take a leap to see the rest of the collection.

Thanks to a food critic brother, I ate one of these fine strip steaks for breakfast. Niman Ranch meat has been called “the best of the best” and comes from Angus breeds grown on pasture and finished with all-vegetarian feed. The result is a highly marbled strip (or most other cuts too) brought to the table in the most human and sustainable fashion.

Niman Ranch has been at the forefront of sustainable agriculture for 30 years. Over that time the firm has grown to include over 650 independent ranchers and specializes in hogs, beef and lamb. Regardless of the meat, all products adhere to the same strict protocol.

When it’s time to spend money on something other than clothes, buy a good steak from Niman Ranch.

We know it’s March now, but we’re still on the hunt for some sale picks. And before you ask, yes, we’re that cheap. Now’s probably the best time to find something that would have been out of your price bracket  – like this Folk shirt. Made from some seriously heavy duty Japanese cotton, it was worth the money at full price (£220); now it’s a certified bargain at £120. We know that price still isn’t cheap per se, but we always advise on spending more on the sort of piece you’d wear all the time – watching your clothes age gracefully is preferable to watching them disintegrate. (Folk)

Another look at this shirt after the leap.

Magculture turns us onto the news that one of our favourite men’s magazines, Manzine, has just released their third issue. With a free print from longtime Hunter S. Thompson collaborator Ralph Steadman stashed amongst articles on great British trees, political beard infographics and a visit to former Iraqi embassy in East Berlin, it’s not your typical men’s magazine. If you still need a heads up on their sense of humour, take a look at the above spread – no prizes on who they’re mocking. As usual you can buy it straight from the source (Manzine)

Here’s some surprisingly sensible shoes from a good ol’ SL fave. Lad Musician, known for their love of all things music related, have released these handsome devils out as part of their SS10 collection. They’re not game changers, but they’re definitely a change of pace from the label. As with all Japan releases, you’ve gotta get your proxy on to get hold of these. (Lad Musician)

Detailed images after the leap.

01. Vnukovo Airport

“Since there was business bounce in Moscow recently and with each year it goes more and more skyscraperier with hundreds of people from different countries arriving to the capital of Russia, need in expanding infrastructure of the megacity sprang up. The authorities of Moscow have been long thinking of building new terminal at one of the well-known airports of the Russian Federation.” (englishrussia)

02. Honda Unveils Three Wheeled Electric 3R-C Vehicle

“Honda has just revealed this incredible looking three-wheeled 3R-C concept vehicle at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show. The sleek scooter-like pod is an EV that showcases Honda’s latest research into compact urban vehicles. Designed for one driver, the vehicle has a clear canopy that covers it when not in use and protects the rider from wind and rain.” (inhabitant)

03. Hundehäuser Cubix Doghouse

“The Hundehäuser Cubix is the dream home for the dog who knows his Mies van der Rohe from his Marcel Breuer  and has an appreciation for Bauhaus life.” (iainc)

04. Porta Fira Towers by Toyo Ito and b720 Arquitectos (above)

“Japanese architect Toyo Ito and b720 Arquitectos of Spain have completed two adjacent towers in Barcelona containing a hotel and offices.” Photo by Filip Popoli (dezeen)

James Small came charging through the gates of London Fashion Week with his menswear day show. The former assistant to Kim Jones also employed a deep arsenal of celebs to transpot at his show. The good thing is that the line was well worth the looks. James Small clearly takes strong influence from his home country’s heritage; all the while providing new styles fit for all gents. (change)

More looks from James Small Autumn/Winter 2010 runway show after the click.

Walker Art Center reminds that all art was once contemporary in the current installation Benches and Binoculars. The galleries are crowded with masterpieces and oddities from the Walker’s collection, indicative of both past artistic trend and the institutions own history. By utilizing a salon style hanging (as seen above in the installation view), the Walker makes a nod to founder T.B. Walker and creates an unusual narrative for the selected material. As such, its a rather fun way of rediscovering the likes of Max Beckmann, Chuck Close, and Marsden Hartley. (via Curated).

The exhibition remains on view through November 21, 2010.

Examples from the show follow.