One of the most well known colorist, pattern maker and designers of the 20th century, Alexander Girard (1907 – 1993) left behind an enviable legacy. His outlook and avant garde style would go on to affect the masses and evoke serious thoughts and emotions. A special Medicom Toy Bearbrick will release February in association with Tokyo boutique Stitch.
Los Angeles based collective, The Seventh Letter Crew consists of a number of world renowned graffiti artists. They have taken their artistic talents to create a jewelry brand by the name of The Seventh Letter Armor. Each piece of Armor is handmade in house at the TSL studio – they don’t use any computers, or CNCs to make the jewelry. Visit www.tslarmor.com for a look at this process. These new pieces will be debuting at Agenda Trade Show, which takes place January 24th – 26th, 2008.
For Spring 2008, California based Altamont pays homage to the fabled Inferno Festival. Crafting garments based on a Death Hula theme, Altamont will bring to the attention of the world three of the greatest unknown metal bands of all time: Child (artwork designed by Neckface), Wizard Hill (artwork designed by French) and Hematoma (artwork designed by Megadeth artist, J. Lorenzi). These three legendary bands joined forces for a concert held in the shadows of the Mt. Kilauea volcano in Hawaii. The event ended tragically when Kilauea unexpectedly erupted during an epic guitar solo from Hematoma’s lead guitarist, Bobby Blaze. Sadly, there were no survivors. Available the first week of March.
Just on the edge of avant garde, Japanese brand Number (N)ine has developed a strong following in Asia. Their Americana meets gothic style can be seen in their 2008 Summer Collection “Birds”. Some items include highly detailed beanies, tank tops and accessories. Available at Cliffedge.
Designer Frank Kozik is no stranger to the toy world, building a strong relationship with various toy brands such as Kidrobot. His upcoming release, the Monger Farms Country Time Breakfast collection includes 5 pissed off menu items, angry smorkin’ bacon, crack’d egg, stale donut and toast and bitter coffee. Available on the last day of the month, February 28th with a suggested price of $15.95.
Source: Kidrobot via Toysrevil
