Curated reports on this good looking Lounge Chair.

“Terrific.

American designer Kyle Buckner’s recent “Lounge Chair” carved from layered pine curves gracefully from foot to head. Buckner will “design or build just about anything,” however in pieces like this chair he really finds a voice. The stain is red mahogany, the cushions (quite naturally) are leather.”

Go over to Curated to see more shots of this piece.

With all the hype around handmade goods, we don’t think we’ve ever mentioned that Jas M.B’s are handmade in England. Well, they are. And there’s also the added bonus of the bag looking really good as well as having a nice and cozy ‘handmade’ story to tell. It doesn’t have the workwear ruggedness of it’s canvas counterpart, so it’s perfect for folks who aren’t really into that look (contrary to popular belief, those folks still exist). [ASOS]

Since 1956, Norwalk, CT’s TheShoeMart has been carrying more Alden shoes than pretty much anyone. So, it stands to reason that the store would carry an interesting range of exclusives. “The Natural” made just for TheShoeMart, employs “Genuine Horween “Natural” Chome Exel Calfskin.” The results are superb.

Norwalk is also home to Swanky Frank’s (terrific place)… as if you needed more excuses to go to Norwalk.

The charming, low budget sign that explains “The Natural” at TheShoeMart, more looks from the collection, and a photo of my lunch from Swanky Frank’s after the jump.

A good mid top trainer isn’t necessarily an essential (in fact, you can make that argument for 99% of the stuff we put up) but it’s always a nice added bonus. These adidas mid-top Stan Smiths make a nice change from the trainer that dominated our wardrobes growing up and they’re an easy wear. No need to spend time wondering what to wear with (especially with spice school taking up all of our time). [End]

Beau Colburn loves Dorado fish tacos…

01. The King Of The Ferret Leggers
“Loyal to nothing that lives, the ferret has only one characteristic that might be deemed positive — a tenacious, single-minded belief in finishing whatever it starts. That usually entails biting off whatever it bites. The rules of ferret legging do allow the leggers to try to knock the ferret off a spot it’s biting (from outside the trousers only), but that is no small matter, as ferrets never let go.” (deadspin )
02. Abandoned Six Flags – New Orleans (above)
“Eastern New Orleans was badly flooded in 2005 in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The park grounds are located on a low-lying section of Eastern New Orleans, with a 6-foot earthen flood berm running along the perimeter, creating an artificial basin. After the park’s drainage pumps failed during the storm, the berm retained the combination of rainwater and sea water overflow from Lake Pontchartrain caused by Katrina’s massive storm surge, submerging the entire park grounds in corrosive, brackish floodwater to a depth of 4–7 feet. The floodwater was not drained for over a month.” (flickr)

03. JFK Library: JFK For President on Twitter
“The JFK Library will be tweeting each step of the historical campaign launched 50 years ago, on twitter.com/kennedy1960. Accompanying print ads and posters feature classic photographs from the campaign, along with tweet bubbles featuring a QR code that will lead readers straight to the feed.” (creativity)

04. How John McEnroe Plans To Save Tennis
“That’s what touched a nerve in McEnroe, who believes that complete immersion in the sport from prepubescence on has created a generation of robotic, burned-out, and one-dimensional players. His way, what he aims to make the way, involves a more balanced approach, in which tennis is part of an elite prodigy’s life, not the definition of it. It’s how he sees tennis in his own life.” (newyork)

(acl)

More chukka boots just in time for Autumn. Sanders is one of hotter brands of the moment. Here’s their take on the legendary boot now worn by so many gents. “Midtop Chukka boot in sueded upper and Brick Soles. Leather lined inside and insole. Goodyear Welted sole stich construction for quality and comfort. Hand made in England.” While this is not the only red sole chukka on the market, this one is quality. c-store has them

More looks at the Sanders Harry Dirty Buck Suede Chukka Boot after the click.

Here’s a quick preview of some distressed espadrilles coming this Spring 2011 from Bed Stu. They’re clearly made to look pre-worn – for those who have no patience to do it themselves. The trend into the high-top espadrille continues here. A low is also available. Check them out yourself.

More looks at the Bed Stu Espadrilles for Spring 2011 after the click.

This is a strong read about one of America’s more interesting working man companies, founded in the last ten years. CWAC’s assessment is pretty on point: ‘Long before L.L.Bean went Signature, or Lands End went Canvas, or J.Crew went Red Wing, there was Left Field NYC. Founded by Christian McCann, the Brooklyn-based label has been churning out rugged, American-made goods since chambray was still putting the blue in blue collar. “We have been in business for over 10 years,” explains McCann, “and have always strived to make quality, made in America clothing at a fair price.’”

Read the full profile on Left Field NYC at CWAC. A few more looks at Left Field NYC after the click.

00 o 00 brings us up to speed with the lastet pop-up inside of London’s Dover Street Market. “To coincide with London Fashion Week, french label “pyrenex premium” will debut in the UK with a 15day pop up shop at London’s uber cool Dover Street… from 15th to 30th September. the young but very talented french couturier Alexis Mabille conjured up a series of ultra lightweight but warm, feather filled coats, vests and biker jackets.” These filled jackets are some of the most pleasing we have seen in some time – as well as some of the more unique.

More looks at what to expect at the Pyrenex Premium Pop-up on Dover Street after the click.