Add some Run-DMC style flair to your favorite pair of sneaks with these Speakeasy Lace Locks ($20). Made from high-quality lacquered wood, each set includes two locks in either light Maple or rich Walnut, and come with a variety of messages, most dedicated to New York, but some — such as the delightfully arrogant Swag — just because. You can also create your own (up to 8 characters each) for just five bucks more, like the ones Footaction sent us laced into a pair of Air Force 1's.
Who said denim shirts were only for the most casual of settings? These Ernest Alexander Denim Shirts ($140) will look great in any setting, thanks to the lack of a front pocket. They're made from lightweight Japanese woven raw denim, which means they will become worn, creased, and ever-so-soft the more you wear them. Other features include a button down collar, red contrast bottom buttonhole stitching, and a slim fit.
Customize your sneakers to match your game with the Air Jordan 2012 ($180-$225). Expanding on the modular system seen in the 2011 model, the Air Jordan 2012 offers up two interchangeable inner sleeves — one for maximum mobility, one for maximum protection — as well three interchangeable midsoles that offer a mix of Zoom and Air cushioning to match your needs. All of this goodness goes inside a stylish exterior, which includes Flywire technology and full-grain leather in the upper and a midfoot plate made from glass and carbon fiber for optimal support.
If you ever got a hand-me-down Rolex from someone who worked in a power plant or secret government research facility, you might have gotten your hands on an early Rolex Milgauss Watch ($7,500). Introduced in 1956 for the scientific community, the Milgauss is capable of withstanding magnetic fields up to 1,000 gauss — or more than you'd ever wish to be exposed to. Corrosion-resistant 940L steel does the trick with the case, as does an amazing green sapphire cover.
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.
It won't help you in a crash, but you should still strap on one of these Airbag Backpacks ($300). Made of exploded airbags along with truck tarps and old seat belts, the waterproof bag features compression straps to shrink or expand the main compartment, and has a buckle to keep rippling down to a minimum. It's also made from 99 percent recycled material, so you can feel a little better burning up those dinosaur bones. [via]
We're huge fans of brushed stainless steel. We're also huge fans of front pocket wallets. So it should come as no surprise that we're fans of the Human Republic Slim Money Clip Wallet ($50). Crafted from a single piece of brushed stainless steel, the Slim offers outer clips capable of securing up to two cards a piece, as well as an inner slot to hold whatever cash you might be carrying. A great choice for a night out or for everyday use.
They don't look quite like typical wing tips, but if it weren't for their colorful outsoles, you'd be hard pressed to tell the difference. Unless, of course, you're wearing them. Designed to tackle the tough streets of NYC, the Cole Haan LunarGrand Wingtip ($250) weds Nike's ultra-lightweight Lunarlon cushioning system to a classic Cole Haan last with leather welt details and premium suede uppers to create a dress show for those who consider jeans, a button down, and a jacket to be way dressy. Other features include a wider forefoot, slimmer rounded toe, partial lining, and a micro-diamond tread texture on the bottom for maximum traction.
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Sunspel Sweat Top ($165). Band Of Outsiders Batiste Button Down Camo ($230). RVCA Weekender Shorts ($40). Garrett Leight The Kinney Dark Caramel ($310). Fjall Raven Kanken 15" Laptop Bag ($110). Inventory Magazine ($20). BILLYKIRK Rectangle Belt ($135). Miansai Quay ($185). Maxx and Unicorn Wallet ($90). MS & Co. Mocc Sock ($20). Vans Era Wingtip Gold Coast ($45).
We'll pretend that you have a perfectly legitimate reason for wanting — or needing — this Bulletproof Polo Shirt ($3,500), and will instead simply say that it's available in one of three protective levels, and features a 100% cotton exterior for a normal look, a microfiber interior for comfort, and removable, ultra-lightweight anti-ballistic panels in between. If that doesn't convince you, surely the Steven Seagal endorsement will. [Scouted by Derek]
Nothing says "Thanks for inviting me" like showing up with two bottles of whiskey — and with the Bushmills x ACL Whiskey Tote ($20), you can do exactly that without looking like a double-fisting bum. Produced in a limited number, each black and white canvas bag features dual interior slots designed to carry 750ml bottles of Bushmills, as well as a healthy inner compartment between them for snacks and the like, a zippered closure, and brass rivets to help reinforce the handles. Oh, and all proceeds benefit The Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.
If you travel so much that you literally can't remember what time zone you're in, perhaps it's time to just ditch the concept altogether and start using UTC to keep track of the hours. The Montblanc TimeWalker ChronoVoyager UTC Watch ($TBA) will allow you to do so in style, with a Swiss automatic movement, a column-wheel chronograph with UTC time, a 43mm stainless steel case, and a titanium grey bezel. No word on whether or not you can get it without the stuffy leather strap.
The tennis season — pro tennis, anyway — has already started, so best to start gearing up for the upcoming year — and you can start with the Nike Zoom Vapor 9 Tour ($130). Developed in collaboration with Roger Federer, the Vapor 9 features a finger-like system on the outside that works to mold the top of the shoe to the shape of your foot, mesh throughout to keep you dry, a TPU foot-frame for added stability and protection, rubber overlays in high-wear areas for added durability, and Lunar cushioning — in addition to a Nike Zoom unit — for unbeatable comfort. See them in action later this week when Federer meets his nemesis Nadal in the Australian Open semis.