Urban Quiver Camera Bag

Ready to go all “Green Arrow” on your daily shoots? Looking for a slick way to pack your DSLR and assortment of lenses? The Urban Quiver Camera Bag from Blackstone Bags is a long backback designed to not only protect your gear from the elements, but also from theft.

The ingenious design puts the opening of the bag against your back, so it’s unable to be opened while you’re wearing it and the chest buckle keeps things secure on the train or a bike. The shoulder straps can be swapped out for a single chest strap (Robin Hood-style), while still retaining the same even balance as the dual shoulder strap orientation.

The Urban Quiver is carry-on approved for most major airlines and takes up little space, making it the perfect camera bag for both the hobbyist and the professional photographer alike. Optional tripod loops will be available soon to hold tripods of various sizes, though there’s no word as to whether you can also carry arrows in them.

$100-$250, Bags & Luggage

By Harry Marks on May 20th, 2011

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$125 BUY

GothamSmith Cufflinks

Classiness never falls out of fashion. And being a well-dressed, well-groomed man is an essential part of the equation.

Hence, these innovative little cufflinks can add a little class (or flair…or charm) to any man’s wardrobe of neatly pressed, crisp dress shirts. Made from powdered steel and bronze, GothamSmith (sounds like something out of a Batman film, right?) cufflinks are available in novel little designs, such as the ‘staches (show above), bicycles, and barrels. They come in a polished stainless steel, bronze, or gold finish and are lovingly made (via tumble polishing and/or electroplating) by the good old robots at Shapeways.

From the blog of the company that manufacturers these subtle, yet chic, accessories:

“Four New Yorkers….[with] shared values on what accessories befit a man” Touche, gentlemen.

$50-$100, Accessories

By Michael Bock on May 19th, 2011

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$59-$99 BUY

Ziiiro Watches

The whole big-hand, little-hand thing is so over. Welcome to the world of tomorrow, where time is measured with colors and orbs and swirls.

These funky watches by Ziiiro–yes, that’s right, there are three “i’s” in a row–come in three different designs with three different time-telling paradigms. The previously available “Gravity” design used an inner and outer swirl to represent hours and minutes. Newly available “Orbit” features different colored circles orbiting the center. And “Aurora”, the niftiest of all, has rotating colored gradient discs that mix when they overlap to form a different-colored time-telling arc.

All three designs are mounted on a flexible silicone and metal bracelet strap available in several different colors, and are interchangeable if you feel like switching straps. None of them have actual numbers on the face; it’s presumed that you’re somewhat familiar with the numbers one through twelve.

$100-$250, Watches

By Doug Sinclair on May 14th, 2011

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$110-$129 BUY

Style Guide: Men’s Suits

If you want to be taken seriously in the real world, you need to ditch those torn jeans and t-shirts and opt for some higher-end threads.

You don’t have to look like a banker to be treated as an adult, however. Adding a dash of color to your wardrobe can help you maintain a youthful style fit for a mature man.

We’re going to attack different sections of your closet in future articles, but for now let’s stick with the crux of a “big-boy” look – the suit.

Never Wear It “Off the Rack”

Most men believe they can pull a suit off the rack and buy it as long as the arms are long enough. Don’t be that guy. A suit purchased “as-is” will look boxy and bulky, giving you a stout, “kid playing dress-up in his dad’s closet” appearance.

The key to a great suit, regardless of color or style, is tailoring – and you don’t have to drop $1000+ on custom work-wear to get a tailored look.

Simple things, like taking the sleeves up or the waist in can make you appear like you were born in that suit. And most alterations don’t cost more than $10-$15 a piece. Trust me, that Polo Ralph Lauren you bought on sale at Macy’s can look (and feel) like a hand-crafted work of art with a few nips and tucks.

A few tips:

A cinched waist will give you a tapered look and a better silouhette.
Don’t be afraid to show some cuff (or socks). People should be able to

Clothing, Featured, Guides, Style, Suits & Blazers

By Harry Marks on May 6th, 2011

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Beer Box Cowboy Hat

Now here’s an innovation that Redneck America can really be proud of: the Beer Box Cowboy Hat. This one caught our attention because of its subtle and understated use of color to convey a poignant style message. Nah, we’re just kidding, they’re about as loud as a trackside seat at the Daytona 500. Nevertheless, we love them anyway. There are three currently available. Thank you, Coors Light, Miller Lite, and Miller Genuine Draft (or GD Miller as we also like to call it), for showing us the light.

The folks at inStash have always wanted to know what it would be like to wear one of our favorite things (a giant box of beer) on top of our heads, and now at long last, we can. And at just $35, there’s a small price to pay for class. Hopefully, the Imported Beers will get in on this sweet action sometime soon, though we’re thinking they’ll probably wuss out and go the beret route.

$25-$50, Hats

By Aric Mitchell on May 3rd, 2011

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$35 BUY

Concrete Rings | By 22DesignStudio

Of all the things that could become fashion trends, jewelry made of concrete wouldn’t seem like one. Still, we’ve already mentioned concrete rings made by Beat Poet, and we bring you yet another today.

22DesignStudio was founded by a group of design students in Taiwan, and began making their concrete rings in 2006. They have created one of the more elaborate collections, utilizing light and shadow, shapes, layers, and lettering. They also feature the most interesting feature of concrete rings. With time, the rings will begin to wear, chip, and change, making the ring truly personalized to the wearer. With time, it won’t be just a ring, it’ll be a ring with a story to tell.

$50-$100, Jewelry

By Brandon Stanfill on April 16th, 2011

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$60-$75 BUY

Mr. Bathing Ape 2011 Spring/Summer Ties

Go ahead and admit it: you thought “Mr. Bathing Ape”, upon first glance, was some kind of in-shower scrubbing device. Not quite. Mr. Bathing Ape (besides the slightly bizarre and/or humorous name) is a brand from I.T. Hysan and the products in the picture represent part of his always creative Spring and Summer collection (2011) of mens’ ties.

This charming, slightly whimsical set of neck-wear sports a restrained version of ‘BAPE’s’ more glittery, camo design and features a Pringles-like mustache (presumably ‘Mr. Bathing Ape’s) near center-bottom. The underside of the ties features various printed designs, such as the peeking lady as shown above.

Photos are courtesy of Hypebeast and neck ties can be ordered direct from I.T. Hysan.

Ties

By Michael Bock on April 14th, 2011

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$TBA BUY

Bacon Cologne | By Fargginay

We’ve featured plenty of ridiculous bacon products around here, but nothing quite like this. A week too late perhaps? Nope, this bacon scented cologne is the real deal… no April Fools joke here.

Available in a Gold (citrus) and Classic (spicy maple) fragrance, each features “one pinch of Bacon salty goodness.” Luckily, we’re pretty sure this is more about marketing than it is liquid Bacon. And hey, we’re writing about it, so it appears to be working. Straight from the official website:

The year was 1920 and quite by accident John Fargginay, a butcher from Paris discovered the ability to dramatically elevate his customer’s mood with a secret recipe blending 11 popular pure essential oils with the essence of…bacon.

Stocking stuffer? Hell yes. Hot date? Definitely not.

$25-$50, Scents

By Jason Bacchetta on April 6th, 2011

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$36 BUY

2011 Rolex Explorer II

It’s been 40 years since the first Rolex Explorer II watch was created, so it’s time for some math. One iconic watch + several decades + a nice round number = reboot time. As with most reboots, the new Explorer II is bigger at 42mm, but retains some of its classic charm with its bright orange 24-hour arrow hand.

The watch also features Rolex’s new 3187 calibre with a non-magnetic Parachrom hairspring and Paraflex shock absorbers. For those who are not up on all the cool new watch lingo kids these days are using, that means this thing is very reliable and very durable.

With a price like “TBA” why not buy two?

Watches

By Harry Marks on April 5th, 2011

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$TBA BUY

Project X Designs | Customized Luxury Watches

Do you fancy luxury watches, yet still find that most are…well, a bit impersonal and bland? Look no further than luxury watch converter Project X. Project X customizes unworn, brand new wristwatches (i.e. Rolex) into the following exclusive styles:

BLACK-Out: this collection features a set of stunning, legendary Rolex/Audemars Piguet watches, laden with Project X’s proprietary Black Carbon coating.
Limited Editions: featuring either the Submariner or Dayton Series from Rolex, both benefit from Project X’s unique take on these classic, iconic watches by lending them a contemporary motif.
STEALTH Series: James Bond would truly turn green in envy. This British SBS-inspired series also features the Rolex Submariner series of watches, but adds some seriously sexy little touches to the Rolex Submariner Mark III and Mark IV timepieces—like the custom BLACK-Out bezel on an anti-reflective satin casing (Mark III) or the Matte BLACK-Out ceramic bezel atop a matte BLACK Carbon housing. Both feature a chic, Reed-green band that’s symbolic of the SBS.

All wristwatches by Project X are very limited in supply and once a particular customization sells out, that’s the end of the line for it. Talk about exclusivity!

Watches

By Michael Bock on March 31st, 2011

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$Inquire BUY

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