We’ve discovered a liking for a coverall this season. Not because of any heritage reason, we just think they look good. That being said, this Flat Head coverall jacket will pass any heritage tests that you may have to undertake (we hear they’re being held in Urban outfitters – you have to grow a instantaneous beard and spout nonsense about how rugged you are). [Self edge]

We’ve featured a fair amount of Calabrese lately and there’s good reason for that: they pay us bajillions in under the table deals they make good bags. This satchel is a little more work ready than their duffle bags (and a damn sight more comfortable too) so it’s great for the man in who needs a good looking bag for Christmas. Or failing that, for yourself. (Matches)

01. The best short films on the web

“From attention-grabbing promos to thoughtful documentaries, a new crop of directors is creating innovative and daring pictures that are cheap to make, easy to share, and finding an audience as never before. Here, we speak to those responsible for some of the best.” (Guardian).

02. Norman Rockwell’s America

“Norman Rockwell’s heart warming depictions of everyday life made him the best-known and most beloved American artist of the 20th century. He lived and worked through one of the most eventful periods in the nation’s history and his paintings vividly chronicled those times. Norman Rockwell’s America exhibits a remarkable collection of selected original art spanning his six decade career.” (DPG).

03. Solar-Powered Cargo Pants Provide Green Energy on the Go

“Solar powered accessories are on the rise, but clothing that can harvest energy from the sun isn’t something we see too often. A practical piece from their newly launched GO Collection, the Go Urban cargo pant by Silvr Lining includes a pair of built-in photovoltaic panels able to give you all the juice you need to keep your portable electronics jumping throughout the day. Composed of animal-friendly Ultrasuede, this casual and comfy cargo is lightweight, water-resistant, stain-repellent, and tough as nails. We think this could be a great piece for hitting the snowy and sunny slopes this winter!” (Inhabitat).

04. R. Kelly “Love Letter (Christmas Remix)” (above).

Thanks ACL.

“Video by Jonny Redman who runs the lovelockandload European cult movies website. ‘Hashshashin Chant’  is a track off of Demdike Stare’s Voiced of Dust LP, and is included on their 3xCD compilation Tryptych, out January 2011 on Modern Love

lovelockandload.net modern-love.co.uk boomkat.com”

(via thewiremagazine)

Food Columnist, Aaron Panone, writes about his new favorite brew…

I’m not a beer geek at all, but when one of my favorite breweries (Weihenstephan) teams up with one of my least favorite breweries, I get anxious to see the result. A week ago a friend dropped off a bottle of the limited edition Weihenstephan and Samuel Adams collaboration, the “Infinium Ale.” I haven’t cracked it open yet, and I’ll update the post when I do, but I just wanted to put it out there that this does exist and that it’s an interesting collaboration. The packaging was designed here in Boston by Adam & Co.and it looks amazing.

Chivalry runs with these “Chain Maille” pillows available from Suzan Fellman. “It has a feather insert wrapped in faux leather with stainless chain maille, a shu fly tassel & dog tag ID.” At $275 those looking for something beyond the normal have found their answer.

“Pierre Debusschere’s new film from his Raf Simons anniversary special in Dazed & Confused’s January issue”

Two tuxedo silhouettes from Dior Homme are sure to snap you right into form for all form of formal wear (say that 10x fast). They’re available in wide or narrow lapels and feature wing collars and black or white on white bow ties  - tone on tone as they say.

More looks after the click.

Get in that last gift if you can. Today is about the last day to make it for shipping by Friday. We’re not even sure you can get this beautiful “lunch bag” from Artifact Bag Co. in time, but you should try. “Be the talk of the office when you bring your lunch in this sturdy, waxed canvas lunch tote. Handmade with Horween leather strap and hand hammered, solid copper rivets. Double stitched seams using heavy (size 138) mil spec nylon thread.”

More looks after the click.

As a music lover, I would die to keep this one for myself, but as it goes, these are giveaways for you, the reader. Today, we give away what I consider to be a masterpiece in sound: the ENTIRE Fabric and Fabriclive mix series (from #1 through the latest release)  in one massive package.  The picture simply does not do this justice. View the gallery for a better look.

The Fabric and Fabriclive mixes are all in-studio recordings that split between two nights: Friday’s usual hip-hop,breaks, dnb night are collected under Fabriclive series while Saturday’s house and techno feel is collected under the Fabric series.

There are more than 100 mix CDs in this collection! It is a true historical record of the  FABRIC London niteclub and dance music over the last decade. Where to begin with this list? I’ll list my favorite CDs: Ivan Smagghe (Fabric23), Eddie Richards (Fabric16) John Peel (Fabriclive07), Adam Beyer (Fabric22), Surgeon (Fabric53), Commix (Fabric44), A-Track (Fabriclive45) – this but a micro list of what is inside this package. See Fabric’s Catalog for a full list. And, yes, you get the tins.

You have two ways to enter:

Option #1: Join the Selectism and FabricLondon on Facebook and leave a message on our Fabric Catalog discussion page.

Option #2: We’ll let you work this one on Twitter as well. Retweet the following message:

Win the entire @fabriclondon back catalog of mixes from @selectism http://bit.ly/ghi8LE #fabricsprizeselectism

Ends on Dec 28, 2010. Get in on this!

Be sure and sign up for other  Selectism Holiday Giveaways below:

• Brooks Barbican Shoulder Bag (ends Dec 24, 2010(
• Outlier Riding Pack (end Dec 23, 2010)
• Need Supply “Made in the U.S.A.” Pack (ends Dec 22, 2010)
• Baxter of California Shave and Skit Kits (ends Dec 20, 2010)
• HP Envy 100 Printer (ended Dec 17, 2010)
• Liberty London for Apple Ianthe Laptop Sleeve (ended Dec 15, 2010)
• TSOVET SVT-LX73 Watch (ended Dec 13, 2010)
• Rizzoli’s Bespoke Book (ended Dec 10, 2010)
• Seavees Shoes of your choice! (ended Dec 8, 2010)
• Rapha Gift Pack (ended Dec 6, 2010)

Fabric and Fabriclive mixes are available through Amazon.

More looks at the The ENTIRE Fabric/Fabriclive Back Catalog after the click.