SOPHNET. April 28th 2012 Releases

Indigo & Camouflage from SOPHNET. Find out more at --> SOPHNET's blog

Nutella Waffle Sandwich Cookies

Read the entire steps and recipe at Just A Taste

Longleat Hedge Maze at Wiltshire, England

Can you imagine living here?

Nike Free Powerlines+

Nike seems to be unstoppable lately. Robert Wunsch via High Snobiety has given us a look into Nike's newest upcoming running shoe for Fall / Holiday 2012 season, Nike Free Powerlines+.

Low top sneaker features a mesh overlay for breathablity, a molded sockliner, the Free sole and off-center lacing. Surrounding the innersleeve is an interestin multi-layer design that provides both comfort and style.

Definitely gonna keep my eyes on the updates of this Powerlines+. Seems that you can tell how comfort it is just by looking at it.

Wings + Horns "Road to Nowhere" Collection

Simplicity at its best. New collection from Canadian brand, wings + horns looks very good. Titled "Road to Nowhere", wings + horns continues to use basic colors for plain, basic and simple stuffs including fleece and sweat wear, jacket, cargo and chinos, navajo colared polo shirts, and other basics. 

form•function•form

"Form Follow Function", a phrase which became famous for the modernist architecture movement. "form•function•form" simplifies the phrase, and makes it cyclical, Form follows Function follow Form. form•function•form appreciates, uses and creates pieces that is functional. Their products are mainly Leather goods, made by hand in Florida, USA, with the highest grade components and materials like Horween leather and U.S. Made sailing & fishing equipment. I think it's right that some said that their products are aesthetically pleasing and well-made. 

So far, they has created bracelets, a button stud shell watchband (such a great alternative to the common watch band or straps), spoor key fob and architect's wallet. All are beautiful. Let's take a look.

Button Stud Shell Watchband (Horween Leather)

Architect's Wallet

Spoor Key Fob

Quesorvel

Recently stumbled upon this Japanese label, Quesorvel on the internet. I really dig their pants. Available via Woodhouse Hong Kong. Find out more about them at their website,Quesrovel.jp

Nike Sportswear - Summer 2012 - The Look of Sport (Teaser)

Footurama media gave us a peek into Nike Sportswear Summer 2012 Collection Media event via their blog. The image shows that there are installations of art from Darbotz, Sanchia and Eko Bintang. Let's stay tune to Footurama.com

Anachronorm

Just like any other Japanese brand, Anachronorm, an Okayama based brand, has always find its way to master the manufacturing technique and always pays a great attention to details and materials. Taking a look to their latest collection drops at End Clothing UK, They are bringing these superb items like the button up jersey parka, the overdyed work jacket, a beautiful embroidered tiger (or jungle scene) chambray shirt with 3/4 sleeve, and a work pants that comes in olive color with a little bit touch of indigo dyed cotton chambray in the side pocket. And to note that most Anachronorm products are made in Japan and comes in an extremely limited numbers, you how great it is to cop one of these stuff from Anachronorm.

MADE by NB

New Balance with its MADE by NB campaign gathered some of the most influential people across South East Asia, or what they said as the Excellent Makers, including Max Suriaganda (Indonesia, the Co-founder of Whiteboard Journal, Footurama and Studio1212), Chooee Hwang (Malaysia, the founder of Streething), Jacky (Singapore, founder of SUP), Big Boy Cheng & Edouard Canlas (Phillipines), and DJ Knatz (Thailand).

Read more about this Made by NB with the Excellent Makers at :
Whiteboard Journal
Made by NB

Levi's Spring Cone Denim Vulcanized Sneaker

It's not everyday that we see a good pair of sneaker from the denim brand, Levi's. They are usually an ugly looking shoe mostly inspired by converse or diesel. But recently, Hypebeast has given us shots of what Levi's Japan has come up with. A vulcanized sneaker with two tone hue which is a washed denim and a dyed suede, plus a zipper on the back. The shoe will be available in select stores and unfortunately this would be available mostly in Japan.

Source : Hypebeast

Happy Brithday Hugh Hefner & Marc Jacobs (NSFW VIDEO)

A humorous art / fashion film that merges the worlds and celebrates that of Marc Jacobs and Hugh Hefner, who share the same birthday as Director, Claire Edmondson (April 9th). A combination of Hef's and Marc's favorite things, like LV and partial nudity.

Random Good Music for Today #2

Timberland Standalone Store at Senayan City (Opening Soon)

Timberland is opening their standalone store at Senayan City, Jakarta.
Picture via SkyScraperCity

Wallace & Barnes

Couple weeks ago while browsing through J.Crew, I found this Wallace & Barnes collection, and i really dig the Arrow Shirt & the Wayland Denim Tote Bag. Read the details below.

"A new collection of old favorites, built using the foundations of traditional workwear, vintage military uniforms and classic outdoor gear as our guide. We borrowed this print from a vintage bandana our menswear designer scored during a trip to a Montana dude ranch, then recast it in Big Sky-inspired indigo-like blues. To achieve maximum softness and bring out its workhorse roots, each shirt is subjected to two hours of stonewashing, then topped off with hardy Corozo buttons (derived from a palm plant and renowned for their durability and ivory-like look)."

"Using the same design as the Wayland canvas tote, we thought why not make one using our ultra-sturdy Japanese selvedge denim. A bit more nautically inspired than the canvas tote, it calls to mind seamen's ditty bags from the '40s. With contrast stitching and plenty of room for a day's leave, this carryall is handmade in L.A. one at a time with obsessive attention to detail and craftsmanship. A truly heirloom-quality bag you'll only find at Wallace & Barnes. Japanese selvedge denim with exposed selvedge along top interior band. Heavy canvas drop handles. Tactical black Scovill snap closure. Tiered interior wall patch pocket. Exterior Scovill snap closure pockets on side panels. Leather reinforcement at hardware. Twill taped interior seams. USA. 9 1/2" handle drop."

Check the collection here : Wallace & Barnes at J.Crew

Jakarta in the 50's

Have you ever wondered how's Jakarta looked like in the 1950s? Well, thanks to Jody Franz, we can now see the pictures!

"My grandfather is a photographer, born in Jakarta Indonesia. He is a genius but oh so modest. I'm inspired, proud and l would love to show you Jakarta in the 50's.
- With love, Jody Franz"

For more pictures, just go to Jakarta in the 50's

Hickoree's Ball Cap by Fair Ends

We know that when we're looking for a good classic ball cap, we tend to look to Ebbets Field Flannels. Not surprising, cause they are known as one of the best when looking for a good vintage style sports apparel, and they have been around since the 80s and their replica of vintage sports goods are exceptional. But you know, there are actually some other vendors that makes a good vintage style ball cap, and one of them is Fair Ends. In fact, recently Hickoree's Hard Goods has released their Ball Cap that are made by Fair Ends. The Ball Cap is made using unstructured wool twill body accented with wool felt "H" stitched to the front of the cap. The ball cap is available in several colorways, which you can check it out below.

Browse to the ball cap Here