Even though you've traded-in the Gibson for a car seat, it doesn't mean you have to dress like it. Who knows... maybe it's time for a reunion show.
John Varvatos Modern Military Suede Jacket ($2,000). John Varvatos Bracelet ($250+). John Varvatos Long Sport Shirt ($230). John Varvatos Denim ($300+). John Varvatos USA Fragrance ($70). John Varvatos Antique Printed Flag Scarf ($230). Ernst Benz by John Varvatos Limited Edition Chronoscope Watch ($6,800). John Varvatos Bowery Boot ($700). John Varvatos Bag ($1,200+). John Varvatos Sweater ($350+).
This edition of Garb is sponsored by John Varvatos.
Color us surprised - Koss is about the last company we'd expect to be launching new Wi-Fi equipment, yet here we are, staring at these Koss Strivia Headphones ($450-$500) Available in over-ear Pro and in-ear Tap models, each uses built-in Wi-Fi to receive music directly from the Internet, working in conjunction with the new MyKoss service to deliver audio streams without the need for a middleman. If you want to receive music from your smartphone or tablet, you can do that too, of course, courtesy of the included Cap headphone jack adapter.
Barefoot-style footwear and cross training haven't really mixed well — until now. The Nike Free Haven 3.0 ($100) brings the Swoosh's ultra-flexible platform to 'trainers for the first time, offering a super-flexible seamless upper, a mesh inner sleeve, a dual-pull lacing system and soft "fingers" across the midfoot and arch to lock your foot down, and a DiamondFLX pattern on the sole for added traction when performing lateral or diagonal moves. Of course, that's not to say that you can't run in them — something tells us they'll do just fine for that, as well.
While the censored mess $#*! My Dad Says was yanked off the air faster than we could change the channel, the Twitter feed's author Justin Halpern doesn't seem to mind. I Suck At Girls ($12) is his latest foray into book writing, tackling the subjects of sex and love with trademark hilarity, as well as plenty of wisdom from his notorious father, his brother, and even ex-bosses — profanity and all.
Behold the awesome old school goodness of these vintage-printed, buttery-soft Homage T-Shirts. They turn back the clock with shout outs to eclectic moments and personalities in sports, music, politics and popular culture. From Bruce Lee to Larry Bird, the tees tell stories of triumph, individualism and hustle. Pay Homage.
Outfit your home court in style with Techtona Tennis Outdoor Furniture ($1,250-$2,800). Built to meet professional standards but in an effortlessly minimal way, both the Players' Bench and Director's Chair are built from aluminum and teak and are available in white or black. [via]
You switch your dress pants to linen in the summer, so why not your notebook? Assembled by hand in Portland, Oregon, the Tanner Goods Linen Notebook ($15) comes equipped with 48 graph paper pages, as well as random info like conversion tables, animal tracks, and common knots and ties. Available in clay, charcoal, cobalt, or evergreen.
It's easy to drop money on eco-friendly products — but maximizing your investment by using them repeatedly? That's another story. The 999Bottle ($30) aims to overcome this behavior by building a counter of three rings right into the bottom of the bottle, which you use in conjunction with an app to get a more easily digestible look at the difference you're making by keeping all those disposable bottles out of our landfills and oceans. Oh, and thanks to its stainless steel and rubber build, it doesn't look too shabby, either. [Scouted by Kevin]
We've seen plenty of awesome painting apps for the iPad, but let's face it: no matter how good the app, you're probably still just finger painting. Unless you're using the Sensu Brush ($30). This smart tool combines a rubber-tipped digital stylus with a capacitive paintbrush in a single, sleek, silver package that gives you all the feeling and responsiveness of a real brush without the mess. Available in May. [Scouted by Rick]
Yes, they're better known for their bags than their watches, but LV still knows how to make a timepiece when they want to. See the Louis Vuitton Tambour Regate Automatic America's Cup Watch ($11,600) for example. Created to celebrate the company's role as official timer for the 34th America's Cup, the watch sports the competition's logo on the dial and waterproof rubber strap, a 44mm stainless steel black PVD case with rubber surround, a Swiss automatic caliber LV 171 movement, a 30-minute chronograph with a 5-minute countdown, water resistance down to 100 meters, and luminescent hands to help you keep track of the time on those dark nights in the middle of the ocean.
While it's highly unlikely to ever appear stateside, we're intrigued by the Peugeot Urban Crossover Concept ($TBA) nonetheless. Designed to blend the utility of an SUV with the city-friendliness of a compact, the Concept measures just 13.5 feet long and 5.7 feet wide. As with most concepts, further details are scant, but we'd expect to see the aluminum spoiler, double-bubble roof, and floating, "smiling" grille make it to the production model should it ever emerge.
Let an able bodied seamen take the reigns, while you lay back and enjoy the view (and your beer).
Shades of Grey Rainy Day Jacket ($248). Soulland Monrad Knit Sweater ($230). Reyn Spooner Mele Kele Oahu Linen ($89). RVCA Weekender Short ($40). Super Deep Black Trans ($132). Miansai Quay ($185). Military Watch Co. Sumbmariner ($250). Folk Joplin Belt ($117). Archival Clothing Rolltop ($220). H by Hudson Cozumel ($165). Scent of a Winner Soap ($12)
Whether you're looking for a backyard office, weekend cabin, or just want to reduce your ecological footprint, The Crib ($TBA) is a good choice. Designed for both flexibility and eco-friendliness, it is fabricated off-site and assembled where ever you desire. The three available models range from 315 sq. ft. of total area in the Basic model up to 650 sq. ft. in the Extended model, and can be outfitted with a hidden kitchen, a bathroom on the lower level, a 140 sq. ft. deck accessible via a glass and metal garage door, and a loft with either 60 sq. ft. or 120 sq. ft. of space.