Curated lets us know about this:

“The Minneapolis Institute of The Arts (MIA) is showing an exhibit on modern design through September 11, featuring design and designers from the post-World War II era to the present”

See more over at Curated.

We love a chunky cardigan. We love a pattern. So it was destined that we’d love a chunky cardigan with a pattern. Our only issue with this  – and it is a big issue – is that it is a prime candidate for partner thievery. Can we suggest stashing it under lock & key when they visit? Maybe you can forget where it is when they come over? Or perhaps you can just wear it so much that they become disgusted by the sight of it? Suggestions on a postcard (or the comment box) please. (Hunting and Collecting)

Here’s a look at OL doing the DB.  We could run over all the details – patch pockets, sizeable notch lapels, etc etc – but we’d rather focus on the most important thing when looking at a double breasted blazer. And that is (drumroll please) will you look good or will you look like an extra from Deep Cover? We think it’ll be the former, but if it’s the latter don’t come running to us to complain. It’s 50/50 with these things. (Our Legacy)

Following up on yesterday’s Mister Freedom post the guys over at 8485 give us a look at the AW ‘N.O.S American Sportswear’ collection. Influenced by 50’s casual wear the range includes chinos, pleated buckle back denim jackets and a nice selection of chambray shirts. Incredibly wearable, the line will be available alongside a new ‘Les Apaches’ selection.

More looks after the click.

Mr Bill Gentle hits us with another impressive Happy Socks lookbook. The usual brights, stripes, geometrics, dots and block colours return. The kind of cheerful, funtime collection we’d expect from the Swedish brand.

More looks after the click.

This iPad cover from Jil Sander is a minimalist dream. Italian leather to keep your beloved tablet scratch free, simply slide in and carry proudly under your arm or store away for safe keeping. It’d be a shame not to show this one off though, this colourway isn’t for hiding. Over at oki-ni.

More looks after the click.

The Relativity points us in the direction of this excellent Autumn/Winter 2011 collection from Japanese designe, Taishi Nobukuni. The former St Martins student spent time working under British tailor Charlie Allen and has used these formal skills to create a traditional but highly individual collection. Influences seem to be plucked from all over, Dandy, country gent, even a little 70s pimp for good measure and while some pieces push the boundaries there are enough wearable looks to deem this an accessible collection.

More looks after the click.

Another top notch offering from H by Harris, horizontal leather quilting stitched by hand, cotton lining and detachable strap, the bags padding and shape is perfect for a laptop or just your general day to day essentials. Available in black and olive. LN-CC has them.

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Studiohomme visits with Astier de Villatte as they discuss some great products coming down the road.

01. Mobolaji: Man of Many Styles

“The story of Mobolaji Dawodu is one of a well-traveled individual that’s experienced and realized that this world as a whole, shares more similarities than differences. Currently residing in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Crown Heights by way of Nigeria, and a few places in between, Dawodu has always leaned towards the arenas of style and fashion. Dawodu’s insight is deeply rooted in an affirming culture and family that would only assist in molding his direction and place in this cyclical and fickle fashion industry.” (Brooklyn Circus)

02. Bookshelf: Richard Embray

“As publishers who seek a happy medium between championing writers or artists who have been erroneously overlooked and the brilliantly considered Familiars series which reintroduces us to the classics – it is safe to say that Four Corners Books know their stuff. The wonderfully original interpretations include illustrated books for adults, Dracula and Vanity Fair being notable, and some great referential art book editions – like Eduardo Paolozzi and Sister Corita. We invited Richard Embray, one half of the Four Corners duo, to pick five books from his shelves and in turn, offer an insight into their own publishing motivations.” (It’s Nice That)

03. Rappers Who’ve Collaborated With Michael Jackson

“Today, August 29th, marks the Born Day of the one and only late, great King of Pop, Michael Joseph Jackson. Though frequently sampled for rap songs MJ himself has only collaborated with rappers a handful of times in his illustrious career (and we don’t mean those “remixes” everybody and their cousin throws up on youtube). Originally published in ego trip’s Book of Rap Lists, here we re-present (with a few unreleased curiosities) an official run down of those emcees truly down with the King. MJ RIP.” (Egotripland)

04. RETRO (AND HUMAN/ANIMAL HYBRIDS)

“We don’t fixate on the new. We certainly fixate on the next, but that’s not necessarily progressive, just a movement or artifact that’s reproduced 1:1 to fill a gap before we’re onto the next slice of past that’s superfluous yet very necessary. I’m not too troubled by the absence of space cars. I’m alarmed at things I felt were borderline contemporary being deemed “old school” but that’s part of the ageing process, where we’re two steps from being embarrassing dad despite our best efforts to stay “down.” I’m curious to know why we like to recycle old movements though — this blog is defiantly steeped in ancient and unnecessary things because I still can’t shake off those preoccupations.” (Gwarizm)