These Fox River gloves over at Hickorees are pretty smart. Heavyweight Ragg wool, the deer leather palms are designed to be durable and grip to just about anything. Anatomically knit, these will allow you to make a full range of hand gestures, from ‘thumbs up’ to ‘A-Ok’, in full comfort. Designed to be worn in cold conditions they’re also incredibly warm. What more could you want from a pair of gloves? HIckorees has them. -ld

Time for a Marty McFly moment. This superb gilet/vest/sleeveless puffa by Seattle based Crescent Down Works uses that much coveted water repellent 60/40 shell with a purple ripstop nylon lining and 100% goose down fill. They’ve kept the front simple with two flat slanted pockets. Made in the USA, also available in Navy and Olive. Hoverboard and acid wash denim not included. Bureau has it. -ld

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This MF Doom box set has to be worth grabbing for the Jason Jagel cover illustration alone. Released on Metalface Records, part of Doom’s ‘Operation Doomsday’ reissue, this set contains a 7 inch picture disc as well as a puzzle of the front image to construct while listening to the instrumental version of ‘Rhymes like Dimes’. Coming September on Stone’s Throw. -ld

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Joe McCoy, part of The Real McCoy’s label, did a disappearing act in 2001 much to the annoyance of its legion of fans. However after a sizeable break it recently made a triumphant return. Focusing on athletic and work wear, it also continues its line of denim, thought to be some of the best on the market. Jeans aside here we have their Denim Western Wash shirt. Pre faded denim can often end up looking, not to put too fine a point on it, ridiculous. However, done subtly and in the right places it takes the shiny, brand new edges off a garment. As Superdenim points out this model is similar to their recent Wrangler repro, pearl studs, chainstitched, their online shop is the only retailer outside of Japan to sell these. Superdenim has them. -ld

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The very easy on the eye Ann Demeulemeester Felix wallet. Somewhere to stylishly keep your loose change. Spherical leather case with silver press stud, keyring and clasp. We’d advise caution clipping this on your back belt loop, you might just be inviting the attentions of a pickpocket with impeccable taste.LN-CC has them. -ld

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01. Ridley Scott Ready To Direct New Version Of Seminal Sci-Fi Film ‘Blade Runner’

“After revisiting his classic Alien with the upcoming 3D Fox film Prometheus, Ridley Scott is committing to direct and produce a film that advances his other seminal and groundbreaking science fiction film. Scott has signed on to direct and produce a new installment of Blade Runner. He’ll make the film with Alcon Entertainment, producing with Alcon partners Broderick Johnson and Andrew Kosove. This would be the most high profile project for Alcon since The Blind Side. They got control of the franchise earlier this year, but it’s a whole different ballgame with Scott at the helm.” (deadline)

02. Lego to release VW Westfalia camper van model this fall (above)
“Lego will pay tribute to the Volkswagen Westfalia camper with a new kit that goes on sale in October. The model is based on a 1962 Volkswagen Bus with the sought-after pop-top camper option. The interior even features a sink and dinette, along with the all important bench seat-cum-double bed.” (autoblog)

03. Report: News Corp. execs bracing for possible James Murdoch departure

“If things already weren’t looking good for James Murdoch, they’re looking even worse now that the phone-hacking scandal is picking up steam again. Speculation is rising that the 39-year-old son of News Corp. chairman Rupert Murdoch may have attempted to cover up the misdeeds of journalists at the embattled company.” (thecutline)

04. List of inventors killed by their own inventions

“This is a list of inventors whose deaths were in some manner caused by or related to a product, process, procedure, or other innovation that they invented or designed.” (coudal>wikipedia)

HOBO says “why the hell not” with these full grain leather key head covers. A simple stitched head unit for your keys. Put one on the head of your secret crash pad. She’ll never notice. A variety of colors to choose from here…

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“Hip meets heritage when three young designers visit Pendleton’s headquarters, archives and historic mill to derive inspiration for The Portland Collection. Watch the designers working in their studio and go behind-the-scenes at the lookbook shoot. With Mort Bishop and designers Rachel Turk, Nathaniel Crissman and John Blasioli. Filmed and directed by Chris Hornbecker, music by Typhoon.”

Danish brand Mismo are renowned for their seemingly innate grasp of simplicity and function, which consistently translates into quality wares season-on-season. Though luggage arguably sits at the centre of their interests, the Danes have broadened their accessory lines in the past year, one such example arriving in the form of the natural leather zip wallet. The wallet is constructed from premium quality full grain leather, includes a coin pocket, is able to accommodate a total of 6 cards, and of course has space for your bills, all enclosed by a study zip for added security. The minimally styled product bares the Mismo stamp on one side, and we anticipate the natural leather can only look better over time, as regular use helps build up a unique patina. SOTO has it.-jr

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Alexander West gets a semi-perm locale inside the John Allan shop. “Custom shirtmaker Alexander West is pleased to announce a new shop within men’s grooming club John Allan’s. Beginning August 15th, Alexander West will offer its services out of the 4,500 square foot John Allan’s location in Midtown Manhattan, making it easy for New York City gentlemen to take care of all their grooming and shirting needs all in one place.”

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