Monthly Archives: June 2012

Brand Profile: Saturdays Surf NYC

Saturdays Surf NYC started as a shop in Manhattan’s SoHo 3 years ago. Today is has a full line of clothing being sold not only in its brick and motar retail location, but also through other shops and online retailers. … read more

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Classic Band Tees Revisited (Or Ripped Off)

They say that imitation is the highest form of flattery. Well the 7 bands listed below should be very, very flattered. Their tee shirt designs have been ripped off so many times that today’s youth might not even know the … read more

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Moonrise Kingdom

Moonrise Kingdom is another great film from writer and director, Wes Anderson. This film reminded me of the youthful awkwardness seen in Rushmore, one of my favorites. The main character, Sam played by Jared Gilman, falls in love (at first … read more

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Be nice to your dad. Alexander McQueen ties.

Father’s day is just around the corner: Sunday, June 17th. What are you getting your dad or father figure? If you really love your dad and care about elevating his level of style, don’t give him another generic necktie that … read more

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Duffle Bags. Get ready for summer travel.

As summer begins we’re all planning at least a couple of weekends out of town to enjoy the warm weather and if we’re lucky, some time at the beach. Even those uptight New York financial types are heading to the … read more

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Maps and Atlases. Casbah. San Diego.

This band is fronted by a long-haired, bearded, hippie-looking dude. But don’t let his looks fool you. Dave Davison has a powerful and unique voice. They put on a great show to support their work, complete with some lighting work … read more

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Essentials Vol. 1

Incase 15″ Messenger Bag Shure Professional Mixing Headphones iOmega 350gb External Hard Drive iPhone 4 (cracked screen, MLK Monument wallpaper) Parliament Lights Rosebud Salve form.function.form leather bracelet Circle K and Chargers lighters Sabre No Control Sunglasses in Black Tortoise Shell … read more

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Brooklyn Nets. Everyone isn’t a designer.

So everyone’s knows that the Nets, owned by Jay-Z, are no longer the New Jersey, or even New York Nets. Soon they’ll become the Brooklyn Nets. Of course Jay-Z, Marcy’s Finest, would bring the team to his home borough in … read more

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Reasons why Steve Jobs is rolling over in his grave.

1. I know they are just rumors, but a 7.85 iPad? Next thing you know they’ll be adding a calling option to the iPad… and then it’s an iPhone. If you think the iPad is too big and maybe you … read more

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