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Something strange is happening behind the shutters of Cordy House on Curtain Road. Curiosity got the better of us so we had to have a little sneak peak at the MUTATE BRITAIN exhibition and we were not disappointed. The place is totally transformed, inhabited by an array of mechanical animals and rather haunting imagery. Get down there and check it out for yourselves- opens this Friday.
Add comment | November 19th, 2008
Snowboarding at the O2 - below is what they are saying…. we are assuming that this will be snowflex - shame really, as a refrigerated “real” snow slope would have gone down a treat, especially with a little rail set-up too, maybe even a - dare i say it - an oil drum to jib. Crazy talk. Get along there, down some Glühwein and slip over on the flex.
Following the success of The Beach and The Ice Disco, this winter The O2 invites you to hit The Slopes, London’s first ever indoor artificial twin slope. Running from late November to January 09, visitors will be able to ski, snowboard or snow tube at The O2, making it THE London winter attraction.
The twin slopes, both 45 meters in length will bring the whole snowboarding experience even closer to the people of London. Not only will visitors be able to learn to ski or snowboard but The Slopes will be open to experienced skiers to warm up their ski/snowboard legs before heading to the mountains.
Book your tickets here >> http://www.theo2.co.uk/event/the-slopes-20081127.html
Add comment | November 19th, 2008
K-Swiss goes back to its roots for its Spring Summer 09 collection, focusing on innovative new styles that retain inspiration from the K-Swiss Classic – the first leather tennis shoe.
New for 2009 and in homage to its heritage, K-Swiss has introduced the ‘Heritage Pack’ a group of new trainers that have been inspired by original K-Swiss shoes of yesteryear. Keeping true to the K-Swiss colours of white red and blue, The Hof Original, Hof High Original, Zurich Original and The Classic are all shoes that have been re-designed to pave the way for K-Swiss’ future.
Add comment | November 14th, 2008
Following the success of their exhibition in August, 55DSL & Mitchy Bwoy have teamed up again to open a brand new exhibition space. The Newburgh Street store will play host to the best artists that you don’t know but may already appreciate. Looking further than the end of their own noses - they are committed to using this space to celebrate the true originators of all the disciplines of visual arts.
To kick things off 55DSL have a collaboration between Rabodiga & Mitchy Bwoy. Perhaps the only thing they have in common is versatility. Mistress & master of styles respectively Rabodiga & Mitch have long enjoyed the respect of their peers, blurring the boundaries of commercial design, illustration & street art - they both represent a new breed.
Spanish artist Rabodiga has only very recently graced our shores with her work. Undeniably fresh and original, her art continues to inspire. Flying in the face of traditional graffiti Rabodiga coveys a more intimate & emotional motive to her work. Perhaps subconsciously, she provides a genuine narrative to street art (normally devoted to the basics of ego & status). Her life is literally on the walls for u to read as a book. Devoid of pretence, her art is truly essential & instinctive. Mitchy Bwoy is a design and culture obsessive. He tirelessly supports and communicates the best of what he feels contemporary life has to offer. With a vast portfolio of work mainly in music and clothing design he continues to innovate & diversify.
“Hell Hath No Fury” explores the basic themes surrounding trust, sexuality & innocence. Rabodiga & Mitch will take turns at being the “Wolf’ & “Little Red Riding Hood”. Will innocence prevail? Only you can decide!
Original pieces & prints for sale. 55 limited edition, signed screen prints will accompany the show at £95 each. £55 for the first 20!
www.55dsl.com
Add comment | November 13th, 2008
We saw this contraption in the New York Burton store…. Although its slightly weird, it does illustrate perfectly - how the EST can move easily up and down the board, making for fast stance adjustment.
Check it out.
Add comment | November 13th, 2008
Was in New York at the weekend and went into the DDC store. They had a great NB and PF section in the front of the store…. with these great lasts. That’s it… Pictures of lasts.
See more DDC stuff at www.ddclab.com
Add comment | November 12th, 2008
Our new bestest buddies - All Star firckin’ Lanes is opening… we went last night to one of the best nights I have ever had on Brick lane. Free drinks, free food and most importantly - free bowling. There was a gold pin for the best average score (divided by how many were playing) but despite my valiant 72’s (it was only a 5 frame game not 10) we were well off the heat of 64 per player that someone set. There was only so much slack you can take up when someone on the team only gets a score of 3 - yes 3.
Anyway, click the images to go through to the lanes and book a bowl, it’s well worth it. The place looks amazing and you can talk Big Lebowski ’till Goodman comes home.
Add comment | November 7th, 2008
You know Penfield gets the job done and you know they are quality… check this collab out. Penfield and X-Large Japan.
We saw these in the production stage and they were certainly something different, and not for everyone’s taste. Bu a couple of us liked them. Anyway they are like velour covered and will make you very warm - perfect for Japan.
Click the image to go through to the Hypebeast report.
Add comment | November 6th, 2008
Vetika is an independently owned online store specialising in limited edition art prints, (skateboard) photography and clothing.
Open as of NOW - Vetika has a whole bunch of classic skateboard imagery for sale - from the UKs most notorious photographers…. This along with artwork and clothing, make this new store a MUST for all art aware (read - old) skaters and style conscious …. er….. people.
Add comment | November 3rd, 2008
Check out the slick new store from Terra Plana at Westfield which opened yesterday.
Join the masses this weekend for some pre-Xmas shopping and enjoy a free Courvoisier tipple for the first 150 customers.
Add comment | October 31st, 2008