November 19, 2009

MUJI x LEGO Paper & Punch Set

With its unorthodox "no-brand-name" and minimalist store layouts, MUJI has become a respected brand on a global scale despite its lack of presence outside of Japan. Nevertheless MUJI's well-stocked stationery collection has teamed up with LEGO on an interesting project. Combining LEGO's traditional block creations with paper, you're able to ... more

November 17, 2009

ARKnets x Kuumba Incense & Incense Stand

One of our favorite retail initiatives ARKnets has aligned itself with fellow Japanese incense label Kuumba in the creation of a collection of incense and accessories. Two different incense stands come in either black/pink or black/yellow while the incense sticks themselves carry a rich, sweet scent. Available now at more

November 11, 2009

RATS Metallic Gold Ashtray

Offering a bit of its lifestyle releases, Japanese brand RATS unveils a new ashtray, featured in an eye-catching Metallic Gold colorway. A drop can be expected soon through Blackflag, the joint venture flagship store between NEIGHBORHOOD and WTAPS. Source: warpweb more

November 10, 2009

Caperino & Peperone 2009 Fall/Winter Collection

The brainchild of creative multi-faceted agency Kuntzel + Deygas, the Caperino & Peperone characters have become popular fixtures often tied to colette. For the 2009 Fall/Winter season, Hong Kong retailer JOYCE has teamed up with Kuntzel + Deygas to release a collection of items ranging numerous different types of products. ... more

November 2, 2009

Wings + Horns Tiger Fleece Blanket

Taking their popular Tiger Fleece hoody to the lifestyle sector, Wings + Horns releases a blanket made out of that popular ultra soft material. The piece measures in at 130 W x 190 L in centimeters, with 78% Cotton and 22% Polyester construction. It also features a woven Wings + ... more

November 2, 2009

Gallery 1950 for Supreme Rug

Japanese lifestyle brand, Gallery 1950, has teamed up with Supreme to produce these "Fuck Em" rugs. Measuring in at 39" x 39" and coming in two colors, these rugs will be available in-store and online on November 5th. Supreme's in Japan will get theirs on the 7th. more

November 1, 2009

Ronel Jordaan Rock Cushions and Vintage Lamps

In 2005, Ronel Jordaan, having been a textile designer for 26 years, began researching the possibilities of using felt as a creative medium. Entirely selftaught and following her own creative instincts, she began to turn fine gossamer thread into robust felted forms. By patiently rubbing and coaxing threads of pure ... more

October 26, 2009

NEIGHBORHOOD x Gallery 1950 Camporee Rug

Gallery1950 has been the main purveyor for various Japanese brands looking to offer a bit of a lifestyle component to their label through rugs and house mats. The following NEIGHBORHOOD collaborative rug features NEIGHBORHOOD's handshake symbol with the start date of NBHD, 1994. Available in black and white at Cliffedge. more

October 15, 2009

Diptyque Feu De Bois Candle

Handmade in France, this Diptyque Feu De Bois Candle evokes a warm, familiar and sophisticated smell of rare woods burned on long winter days. Produced in a glass holder, the luxurious paraffin wax candle lasts 50-60 hours and is now available through Blackbird, retailing for $60 USD. more

October 9, 2009

Loewe Amazona x Barcelona Chair

Upon its original unveiling in 1975, the Loewe Amazona handbag was a cut above the rest in terms of functionality. The women's bag was traditionally meant for specific uses but the Amazona set to break the mold offering an all-day carry all with a soft-leather construction. With this in mind, ... more