Tuesday 26 June 2012
First Look: Rodarte Debuts Footwear
We are very excited about this shoe that the Mulleavy sisters revealed to Marie-Claire from their upcoming footwear collection. "For us, every season starts with a shoe idea. Fall allowed us to use a concept we had saved for the right moment," the sisters told Marie Claire. "We created heels made of molded resin filled with layers of coloured sand. We wanted to reference the amazing layers of earth in the landscape." Take a peek below, and head to Marie Claire for more images from the collection
Monday 25 June 2012
Nike Air Yeezy 2 Singapore Launch!
At the Singapore launch of the highly sought-after new Air Yeezy 2, the sneaker's Egyptian theme was echoed throughout, with a Egyptian solider escort that matches the shoe’s theme, the shorter-cut and spike-textured Yeezy 2′s were brought in inside their own Mummy's casket, for the reveal in front of an estimated 500-strong crowd. Following a few raffles and other prize give-aways, a handful of lucky sneakerheads in attendance got their hands on a pair of the anaconda-textured leather kicks with their glow-in-the-dark soles thanks to an in-store raffle organized by local boutique Limited Edt. Check the pics and video below, and get the full story at Limited Edt.
Thursday 21 June 2012
TYLP ANNOUNCE ‘SAVE SWINDON’S YOUTH SECTOR’ CAMPAIGN
Swindon, June 2012 - With cuts across the youth sector threatening the closure of many youth clubs in Swindon, voluntary organisation The Youth Life Project have announced a refocused approach to their short term objectives to reflect the needs of the community and the young people that live in the region by launching the ‘Save Swindon’s Youth Sector’ campaign in August 2012.
Following extensive networking and feedback from youth groups across the Swindon area TYLP will be offering flexible support to other youth organisations and establishing partnerships through the ‘Save Swindon’s Youth Sector’ campaign at a time when budget cuts and lack of resources threaten the sector. By working together with Swindon’s youth groups, TYLP are aiming to help sustain the youth services sector in times of financial austerity.
“From the conversations we have engaged in with youth organisations we understand that currently Swindon doesn’t need another youth club, which is what our long term goal was, instead it needs help supporting and building on what’s already here.” said TYLP founder Danielle Brown. “Many youth groups have expressed real concerns that the cuts being made across the youth charity sector would be detrimental to the great work already being put in.”
The Youth Life Project aims to restore the faith lost in young people and equip them with the skills required to make positive life choices. Providing a service for young people in the region aged 10-19 to utilise, The Youth Life Project is born from the passion of its founder Danielle Brown for the care and well-being of young people.
“Acting as guardian angels of Swindon’s youth services, we will be working hard to alleviate some of the pressure youth organisations are currently experiencing with budgets and financial support shrinking year on year. By working alongside the many youth groups already existing in Swindon we aim to offer support in whatever way is needed including fundraising to help organisations provide services that are key to engaging the youth.”
An aspect of support The Youth Life Project will be offering to youth groups includes work-shops in beauty, music, street art and sports. In addition crucial awareness and life skills classes will be provided to help youngsters in areas such as budgeting and building self-esteem.
“We will launch the ‘Save Swindon’s Youth Sector’ campaign at the ‘SN1Fest Summer Ball: In Association with the Youth Life Project’. Monies raised from the event will go towards TYLP’S sister project ‘The Youthy...The interactive Youth Club’ which we will continue to make a priority throughout the summer alongside the SSYS campaign.” concluded Danielle Brown.
*If you are a youth organisation or project in Swindon working with 10-19 year olds and would like to find out more about TYLP and how they can assist your programme please email danielletylp@gmail.com
Our Facebook- ‘The Youth Life Project ‘
Our website- www.theyouthlifeproject.co.uk
The Blog- tylpblog.blogspot.co.uk
The Blog for the little ones- tylpyoungers.blogspot.co.uk
Our Twitter- @TYLP_Swindon
Following extensive networking and feedback from youth groups across the Swindon area TYLP will be offering flexible support to other youth organisations and establishing partnerships through the ‘Save Swindon’s Youth Sector’ campaign at a time when budget cuts and lack of resources threaten the sector. By working together with Swindon’s youth groups, TYLP are aiming to help sustain the youth services sector in times of financial austerity.
“From the conversations we have engaged in with youth organisations we understand that currently Swindon doesn’t need another youth club, which is what our long term goal was, instead it needs help supporting and building on what’s already here.” said TYLP founder Danielle Brown. “Many youth groups have expressed real concerns that the cuts being made across the youth charity sector would be detrimental to the great work already being put in.”
The Youth Life Project aims to restore the faith lost in young people and equip them with the skills required to make positive life choices. Providing a service for young people in the region aged 10-19 to utilise, The Youth Life Project is born from the passion of its founder Danielle Brown for the care and well-being of young people.
“Acting as guardian angels of Swindon’s youth services, we will be working hard to alleviate some of the pressure youth organisations are currently experiencing with budgets and financial support shrinking year on year. By working alongside the many youth groups already existing in Swindon we aim to offer support in whatever way is needed including fundraising to help organisations provide services that are key to engaging the youth.”
An aspect of support The Youth Life Project will be offering to youth groups includes work-shops in beauty, music, street art and sports. In addition crucial awareness and life skills classes will be provided to help youngsters in areas such as budgeting and building self-esteem.
“We will launch the ‘Save Swindon’s Youth Sector’ campaign at the ‘SN1Fest Summer Ball: In Association with the Youth Life Project’. Monies raised from the event will go towards TYLP’S sister project ‘The Youthy...The interactive Youth Club’ which we will continue to make a priority throughout the summer alongside the SSYS campaign.” concluded Danielle Brown.
*If you are a youth organisation or project in Swindon working with 10-19 year olds and would like to find out more about TYLP and how they can assist your programme please email danielletylp@gmail.com
Our Facebook- ‘The Youth Life Project ‘
Our website- www.theyouthlifeproject.co.uk
The Blog- tylpblog.blogspot.co.uk
The Blog for the little ones- tylpyoungers.blogspot.co.uk
Our Twitter- @TYLP_Swindon
Wednesday 20 June 2012
Nike Air Force 1 Low – XXX Anniversary – Year of the Dragon 2012 Summer Special Edition: Release Info
The release date for the Summer Special edition of Nike‘s iconic Air Force 1 Low model, dubbed the “Year of the Dragon”, is nearly here! Set to launch this Saturday, 23rd June, this silhouette boasts designs inspired by both the fact that this is the “Year of the Water Dragon” and the celebration of the 30th anniversary of this shoe’s classic design. With details and colours drawn from the dragon boat concept, including a red suede with an embossed scale pattern with bright blue leather overlays, evokes the image of a red boat floating on a blue lake. Complete with a golden Swoosh marking the nobility and majesty of the dragon and a multi-colored knitted tongue that is topped with a “Dragon in the Clouds” patch, the shoe is filled with cultural features offering best wishes for safety, health, and prosperity. Just as with the Year of the Dragon AF1 from the Spring, this Summer edition will be a hot addition to your line-up. Head to your favorite Nike retailer this Saturday to cop yours. Info via Freshness Images via: mita sneakers
Release Date: June 23rd, 2012 (Saturday)
Release Date: June 23rd, 2012 (Saturday)
TOKIDOKI x Marvel x New Era 9FIFTY Snapback Collection
Complementing the TOKIDOKI x Marvel x New Era 59FIFTY Collection are the 9FIFTY Snapback Caps Collection for those who prefer the adjustable headwear from New Era. With three styles, the inspiration for this collection comes from The Avengers, with Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, and The Incredible Hulk making an appearance on the front panels. You can check out your nearest TOKIDOKI dealers to grab these caps, or head over to ONSPOTZ online shop in Tokyo.
TOKIDOKI x Marvel x New Era 59FIFTY Fitted Caps Collection
Totally loving these caps, the collab between Italian lifestyle brand TOKIDOKI and New Era has always proven successful, and more so when you throw Marvel into the mix! Three new styles of 59FIFTY fitted caps for you this summer, with two of the models featuring Spider-Man caricature on the front panels, while the last one shows a portion of The Avengers – Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor – playing in a mock rock band. you can pick up these caps at select TOKIDOKI and New Era dealers, or through ONSPOTZ online shop in Japan.
Clarks Originals x Rocky Mountain Featherbed Wallabee
Clarks Originals has recently collab’d with Rocky Mountain Featherbed to work on a pair of Wallabee boots.
Based on the ’64 original, The shoe’s uppers feature a tonal combination of premium suede and smooth leather, with the classic moccasin toe and crepe rubber wedge sole. Special branding of the collaboration comes on the heel and a hang tag. These are now available at Endclothing.
Tuesday 19 June 2012
SMILE: Yoko Ono
When I thought of the idea for #smilesfilm in 1960s, I was not thinking of anything in particular, just a "wouldn't it be nice?" kinda-thing.
When John, my husband, passed away, I was feeling down, so down, that it showed on my face when I looked at myself in the mirror.
"This is bad," I thought.
I could make myself ill, or if not, make myself a very irritable person, which would be not nice, especially for Sean, my son.
I have to get out of this.
So I systematically smiled into the mirror every morning.
My smile was forced and looked terrible.
But as I kept smiling for some time, my smile became a natural smile.
It not only became a smile with my mouth and my eyes, but my shoulders, my tummy, and finally, with my whole body!
I thought "Okay, I've won the battle!"
That's when I realised how important it is for all of us to smile - not for anybody else, but for ourselves and our health.
That was all.
Soon I forgot about it as an impossible job.
Now the computer age has come in full swing.
And I know that we can use this situation to make the whole world smile!
Please smile for your health and joy.
If all of us do this, our planet will be a heaven, created by us.
I love you!
Yoko
You can download the iPhone app from iTunes and visit the Smiles Film website by clicking here.
#smilesfilm is being exhibited at the Serpentine Gallery this summer 21 June - 9 September in Yoko's show To The Light.
To join in with #smilesfilm, take or upload a picture on Instagram or Twitter, add the hashtag #smilesfilm in the text, and optionally add your geotag location if you want to appear on the map.
Jordan Brand: Takeover Backpack
The Takeover Backpack is released from the Spring/Summer 2012 collection from Jordan Brand, and it comes in three distinct colorways – navy, black, and purple.The Takeover Backpack is made completely from polyester materials, the 30-liter capacity bag is equipped with a top loading cover flap, the bag closes with a drawstring and has a vertical zip on the front that offers easy access to the contents. It is also fitted with two large mesh compartments on its side, for putting drinks, MP3 players etc. All three styles are currently in stock at Kinetics in Tokyo.
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