01. The Conflicted Existence Of A Female Porn Writer

“I’ve been thinking about facials. Not the kind you get in a spa (at least not most spas), but the kind that ends almost every scene in the pornos I watch—you know the type. They are a fascinating phenomenon on a number of levels. For instance: Who came up with this idea? When, in the annals of porn history, did someone decide that not only should the ejaculation be shown, but that it should almost exclusively happen in close proximity to a woman’s face? As recently as the ’80s and early ’90s, facials weren’t all that common, but to look at porn today you’d think some Porn Pope had issued a Pop-Shot Bull decreeing that facials were the only proper type of cumshot and must be used in Blue Films unto boredom. Somewhere in there, too, it seems somebody of importance decided that, once said facial has been deposited, it must be mostly, or at least partly, consumed. Why? Why the focus on the mouth? Where is the logical basis for all this spewing?” (McSweeny’s).

02. A short video tribute to Diego Maradona, the manager (above)

“As mentioned yesterday, the World Cup 2010 will be remembered for three things – vuvuzelas, a terrible match ball, and Larissa Riquelme’s mobile phone deftly positioned between her enormous bosoms. But one thing was glaringly left out – Diego Maradona.” (The Spoiler).

03. Book Review: Plastic Dreams, By Charlotte & Peter Fiell

“Plastic Dreams by Charlotte and Peter Fiell, aims to be, as it observes on its back cover “quite simply the definitive guide to plastics in design.” Indeed, Phillippe Decelle of the Plasticarium in Brussels agrees; “Plastic dreams is outstanding. No one icon is missing.” Core77 didn’t even know there was a Plasticarium, although our enthusiasm is strong. In a rare moment of candor, however, we must admit that we’re simply not qualified to assess the whether one icon is missing. What we do know is that the Fiells have long dominated ID history course syllabi with books like Modern Furniture Classics, so critiquing their content is tough, because they literally wrote the book on industrial design history.” (Core 77).

04. New Simplicity show, Brompton Design District

“A show that celebrates pared-down, functional and practical design might not sound full of thrills but, as the stalwarts of simplicity, Jasper Morrison and Naoto Fukasawa, have proved time and again, less can be certainly more.” (Wallpaper*).

Take a deep wallet gander at this knit piece from the Diet Butcher Slim Skin collection. “Super soft cashmere/silk knit; perfect for any season. The long fit and lightly distressed asymmetrical hem gives a very unique punk taste to an almost basic style. DBSS knits never fail to impress.” Blackbird has them for $544.

More looks at the Diet Butcher Slim Skin Knit Shirt after the click.

You may have heard at the “Plastiki“ ship which sailed from San Francisco to Sidney, Australia. “Adventure Ecology Founder and environmentalist de Rothschild and his crew arrived in Sydney this week on the Plastiki, a unique 60ft catamaran engineered from approximately 12,500 reclaimed plastic bottles and srPET.” For the expedition, Nice Collective works over a special hooded sweatshirt. “In keeping with ‘Plastiki’s’ mission, many of the materials used are reclaimed, recycled or environmentally low-impact. Nice Collective and their family of SF based craftsmen produced the majority of the clothing locally. Materials such a Linen, organic cotton, merino wool, washed leather and repurposed military tents and blankets were sun bleached and salt washed before being tailored into garments.”

More looks at the Nice Collective Hooded Sweatshirt for Plastiki Expedition after the click.

A bunch of the heavy hitters in boutique menswear are part of this Havaianas benefit project for Greenpeace. Havaianas reworks their Brasilian sandal using Pinel & Pinel crocodile skin materials for the strapping on the sandal. 24 units are being produced and sold exclusively through DSM, Corso Como, and Colette.

Another look at the Havianas for Pinel & Pinel Crocodile Skin Sandals after the click.

Some looks at the forthcoming Spring 2011 collection from Frost Birgens. While a majority of the collection remains in touch with the average man looking for above average garments to keep them, say, average, we do note the blocking work on the blazer coat and a pair of trousers. What you get from this Frost Birgens collection is exactly what everyone is asking for – roomy bottoms with proper fit tops. (189)

Many more looks at the Frost Birgens Spring/Summer 2011 after the click.

Kolor offers a great jacket which feels a bit more washed than normal. “Navy washed stripe coat from Kolor . The stand up collar leads into high notched lapels and a four button fastening front. Two vertical pockets sit towards the side seams. Long sleeves. Double layered. Part lined. Fabric is cut on the bias. The whole coat has a wash effect that causes the garment to crinkle slightly.” Browns has them.

More looks at the Kolor Washed Striped Jacket after the click.

This September, San Francisco-based Mulholland will expand their waxed canvas offerings to include green. With handsome contrast to the dark brown leather trim, the bags – like the Negotiator shown here – continue a progression of a luggage line that also includes dop kits, duffles, soft-side brief cases, and wine carriers. The Negotiator puts contemporary functionality in a traditional form. Your laptop will be padded, and your other technological bits and bobs well situated.

Don’t want to wait until September? Mulholland offers the bag in tan right now.

Secondary view of the Negotiator after the jump.

The Maine Guide jacket from Woolrich Woolen Mills for Autumn 2010 is a nice slim fit looking jacket made from 100% melton wool. It is indeed a great look for the coming cold months (we still have some time). Detour carries the jacket.

More looks at the Woolrich Woolen Mills Maine Guide Jacket after the click.

The Selby stopped in for a visit to the Litchfield, CT home of  writer, Glenn O’Brien and wife, Gina Nanni. (T Magazine did a similar photo profile of their home back in 2008). What you get from the Selby of course is a close-up look at almost everything and inspires the owners of the home as well – from old books to the full pool in the rear of the home. The hand written interviews toward the end add to the flavor of the photo essay.