Begging for a night out, the latest kicks from Adidas' collaboration with 'Ye make their own light. Literally. The upper of the Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Glow is made from two-toned, re-engineered glow-in-the-dark Primeknit. A side stripe of post-dyed monofilament is woven into the design, which is finished with glowing laces, a glowing Boost midsole, and rubber outsole. Available in select stores May 25.
Named after the Danish culture emphasizing coziness and comfort, Hygge Supply Prefab Houses has reimagined the kit home for the 21st-century. The minimalist dwellings come in a variety of models ranging from 350 to 1,800 square feet. With an emphasis on utility, craftsmanship, and of course comfort, each one draws from its Scandinavian inspiration with a modern aesthetic created by clean lines, streamlined decor, and floor-to-ceiling Marvin windows. Homes can be customized from a choice of sustainable materials that include responsibly sourced wood floors and facades, solvent-free powder coatings, and solid surface countertops made from recycled materials. After contracts and deposits, kits are manufactured and assembled in six to eight weeks.
Photos: Hygge Supply
To help celebrate their 100th anniversary, Citizen has teamed with Yoshida & Co.'s Porter brand on a special timepiece. The Citizen x Porter GMT World Time is powered by the former's Eco-Drive movement that can recharge via light and offers a six-month run time from a full charge. The rotating bezel is marked with the names of cities around the world, working with the rescue orange GMT hand to help you keep track of the time in two zones. The 42mm stainless steel is available in black or silver and comes with a matching bracelet as well as either a military khaki or black nylon strap.
If you really like the looks of GM's classic Thriftmaster pickup, you're in luck — Icon can build you one in nearly any configuration you can dream up. Icon's Thriftmaster line started in 2013 and eight trucks later, it's one of the companies most popular models. The Thriftmaster pictured here is for a repeat Icon customer and packs a list of features you won't find on the "usual" models. Powered by a supercharged Chevy LSA V8, the truck rides on a tube frame from Art Morrison and has independent front and rear suspension. The bed is paneled with 5,000-year-old oak from Ireland, proving that nothing is outside the realm of possibility, and with it's lowered stance and manual transmission, this pickup is in a world of performance all by itself.
Motorcycle helmets are, by definition, protective. The Sotera concept from designer Joe Doucet is just more protective than most. Not by adding any additional padding or space-age shell material — it's still made from Kevlar and polycarbonate — but by using the bottom of its 3/4 design to integrate an LED lightbar. Paired with an accelerometer, it turns red when braking, white during acceleration, and off when at rest. No word on when it might make it into production.
The National Off-Road Racing Association's Mexican 1000 doesn't have the instant name recognition of the Baja 1000, but it has a lot fewer rules. This means the vehicles in the race are some of the wildest creations you'll see in an organized event, with everything from motorcycles to lifted sedans making an appearance. The Caballo Del Diablo, a 1968 Ford Bronco, has won its class in the Mexican 1000 seven times, making it one of the most successful entries ever. Powered by a Ford Performance Parts X2347 V8 good for 360 horsepower, the Caballo Del Diablo rides on Fox suspension, Yokohama tires, and is piloted by ace drivers Boyd Jaynes and Brian Godfrey — easily the most important part of the build.
Traveling without your headphones is a mistake, especially if they're from Master & Dynamic. To create the perfect case for their MW60 wireless headphones, they teamed up with the most trusted name in protective luggage: Zero Halliburton. The aluminum case protects the included black and gunmetal MW60s, which are built with a leather-wrapped headband, lambskin-wrapped memory foam earpads, custom 45mm neodymium drivers, and an integrated Bluetooth antenna to give them some of the best range available. A matching metal headphone stand is included, along with a 1.25m-long 3.5mm cable for passive use, charging cable, 3.5 to 6.5mm adapter and a leather cable box.
Born in Hawaii, the OluKai ʻAlapa Li Sneaker embodies the island lifestyle. The shoes feature breathable mesh uppers with waterproof leather details. Paired with a wet-grip outsole and an easy-off drop-in heel, they're basically made for long days at the beach. If surfing isn't on your itinerary, their lightweight, moisture-wicking footbed supports any activity. Just like all of their shoes, each pair is hand-crafted and a portion of the proceeds will go to support the Ama OluKai Foundation.
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Immortalized on screen by Jeff Bridges in The Big Lebowski, Vuarnet's The Dude sunglasses will add some laid back vibes to your summer wardrobe. Dubbed model 03, the silhouette was originally launched in 1962 and was inspired by the oversized aviators of US Air Force pilots. The frames are made from a tough shape memory nylon for comfort and have integrated monobloc hinges as well as a removable bridge insert, while the grey polar lenses offer maximum protection against glare whether it's coming from the sun or your lighter. Made in France.
Lens Width: 56 / Bridge Width: 19 / Arm Length: 140
A collaboration between the Belgian brand and Laurent Picciotto, proprietor of the Parisian watch boutique Chronopassion, the Ressence Type 1 ZZ is a highly limited riff on Ressence's first design. Based on the Type 1 Slim, it's named after both the Flemish term for "black black" — "Zwart Zwart" — and for Picciotto's beloved rock band ZZ Top. Its rotating discs are rendered in matte dark grey PVD, while the hands are black polished steel and the engraved indications are filled with black paint. The 42mm case is made from matte black DLC titanium and is held in place with a black barenia strap. Limited to just 20 examples and available exclusively from Chronopassion.
Designed in 1958 by Charles DuBois, the Palm Springs A-Frame House stands out amongst a sea of flat-roof ranches with its dramatic pitch. The Swiss Miss-style dwelling features oversized eaves that shelter an entry leading to the six-bedroom interior. Inside, the main living area sits below the 16-foot tongue and groove ceilings and includes a double-height stone fireplace and a renovated gourmet kitchen. A Polynesian-inspired design runs throughout, bringing island vibes to the desert with teak details and muted tropical hues. At the rear of the homes, floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the backyard where a pool and boom-a-rang bar provide a retro oasis.
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Merging the handling of a mirrorless with the resolution of a medium format camera, the Fujifilm GFX100 breaks new ground in several areas. While it handles more like the company's smaller X-series cameras, its body is a hefty, weather-resistant 6-inch square weighing in at roughly 3 lbs. Its 55mm back-side illuminated sensor offers 102 megapixels of resolution — a first for a mirrorless camera — and has 5-axis image-stabilization and on-board phase detection AF, two more firsts. 4K video recording, a quad-core image processor, and Fuji's legendary color reproduction round out the feature list, one that's especially impressive for the price.
The Indian Scout is celebrating 100 years, and for the 2019 Sultans of Sprint event, they collaborated with Workhorse for one of the wildest takes on the motorcycle yet. Designed for the drag strip and named after the famously fast horse breed, the Appaloosa Scout has been made over to resemble something more like a jet fighter than a motorcycle. 700 hours were spent fabricating a host of custom parts for the build, like the front fairing and an extended swingarm. The original tank was cut down to hold just 2.5 liters of fuel and the side profile retained to make it recognizable as a Scout. Akrapovič made a bespoke titanium exhaust, and along with nitrous and a few other mods, brings power up to 130 horses from the stock 100. The Appaloosa Scout will be racing in France, Germany, and Italy over the next few months as part of the Sultans of Sprint festivities.
For over a century, Michigan-based Herman Miller has been synonymous with top-notch furniture design. This hardbound book chronicles the company's rich heritage, from key leaders to defining moments through thousands of illustrations, clippings from contemporary publications, reprinted essays, patents, advertisements, drawings, and posters. A must-have for anyone with a deep appreciation for modern and contemporary design, this exhaustive edition showcases one of the most important companies in American history.
614 pages
Portland-based Panic makes some of our favorite software. They helped make Firewatch, an amazing game. Soon, they'll be making hardware, too. The Playdate is an all-new handheld gaming system, and we can't wait to get our hands on it. It has a 400 × 240 black and white display, a d-pad, A+B buttons, a pause button, and, most interestingly, an analog crank that flips out from the side, providing a completely novel control element. The hardware was built in collaboration with Stockholm-based Teenage Engineering, while the games — delivered wirelessly once a week, and a complete surprise when they arrive — will be developed by world-class talent. The system will include the first season (12 weeks) of games and will be available for pre-order later this year, with shipments beginning in 2020.
Although its namesake is a device used to determine the position of the stars, the Quadrant House tracks a different kind of light. The polish dwelling is a statue-like structure with a clean white facade that appears to have a gabled roofline from the street and a flat roof from the garden. Between the main living area and the spa, a mobile room automatically glides along a track, mimicking the movement of the sun. When docked, sliding glass doors on the interior spaces create a seamless progression to the terrace. Along the ride, the open-air room offers a shaded outdoor space with comfortable airflow to enjoy views of the garden.
Photos: Olo Studio, Juliusz Sokołowski and Jarosław Syrek / KWK Promes
50 years ago, On Her Majesty's Secret Service began filming. The sixth film in the James Bond franchise starred 007 and the latest in British grand touring machinery — an olive green Aston Martin DBS — going up against super-villain Blofeld. To commemorate the anniversary, Aston Martin is producing 50 special edition DBS Superleggera's in olive green that matches the paint scheme of the film's other star. Along with the color, the super GT comes with carbon fiber aerodynamic pieces and diamond-turned, forged wheels. The 5.2-liter, twin-turbo V12 is unchanged, making 715 horsepower, something that even Bond and his well-funded antagonist could only dream of in 1969. The interior comes in black with red trim, and each of the 50 buyers will get to choose a custom drinks case that fits perfectly in the trunk — for when arriving at your destination demands a shaken martini.
It's hard to beat the convenience of K-Cup coffee packs, and the Oxx Coffeeboxx lets you enjoy them wherever you might be. The brewer itself is housed in a dust-proof, water- and impact-resistant shell that can withstand loads of up to 1500 lbs. yet weighs just 12. It can fit mugs up to 8" tall, and has options for 8, 10, and 12 oz cups, with a 30 second pre-heat and 75 second brew time. A 3-foot retractable cord and built-in handle make it easy to tote around, a 2.5L water reservoir lasts all day, and the separate hot water dispenser makes it good for making tea, oatmeal, noodles, and other things, too.
In 2016, the Tactica Talon became the highest funded multitool in crowdfunding history. Using the feedback from thousands of backers, it's since been improved and rechristened the Tactica Original. Packed into its 3.1-inch case that can be attached to a key ring are a multitude of tools, including more than a dozen wrenches (imperial and metric), a bottle opener, a package opener, a ruler, hex sockets, and both Phillips and flathead bits. It's TSA compliant, so you can leave it in your pocket while flying, and its hardened steel core is wrapped in a lightweight composite that won't scratch your phone's screen.
As seen in Uncrate Issue 04.
With a similar sound to the 500 but minus its screen, the Bose Home Speaker 300 is an aluminum-bodied alternative to other screen-less smart speakers. It supports both Alexa and Google Assistant and has Bluetooth for more direct connection. An LED strip on the front lets you know when the mic is active, and AirPlay 2 makes playing from your favorite iOS a breeze. As an added bonus, it can link up with other Bose speakers and soundbars to create a Sonos-like wireless whole home speaker system.
Kershaw Launch 10 Folding Knife / $150.
Stone Island Wallet / $215.
Timex x Todd Snyder Military Watch / $135.
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Each Rolls-Royce product is a work of art, from their sought-after vehicles to this luxurious champagne chest. To create the chest, Rolls-Royce used the same approach and materials they employ on their vehicles, including a chassis made from machined aluminum and carbon fiber that is covered in natural grain black leather and flanked by Tudor Oak. The newest member of the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Design Collective, the chest opens to reveal a champagne set for four and an exterior lid that turns into a serving tray made from Tudor Oak with a laser-cut stainless steel inlay. The interior is illuminated from the central bay, and details include four hand-blown crystal champagne flutes, two hammocks in "Hotspur Red" Rolls-Royce leather to hold champagne, caviar, or canapés. Everything in this remarkable chest is kept at a perfect temperature via thermal champagne coolers made from black anodized aluminum.
A Frank Lloyd Wright home in St. Louis is a rare sighting. The architect only built two in the Gateway City and one of them is currently for sale. Designed in 1955, the Usonian-style home is formed from tinted concrete blocks and situated on over three acres. The 2,310-square-foot interior features matching stained concrete floors, high ceilings, and exposed block walls. More than 500 glass inserts and clerestory windows funnel in natural light while glazed doors open to outdoor terraces. Philippine mahogany panels, cabinets, and Wright-designed furniture accent the rooms and are included in the sale. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this home is a unique opportunity to own a historic property.
Photos: Sotheby's International Realty
Many high-end watchmakers take themselves very seriously. Judging by the Bonbon collection, Richard Mille is not one of them. Not just inspired by candies and fruits, these playful timepieces actually depict suckers, fruit slices, and other sugary treats. 10 references in all are featured, including six Fruits and four Sweets in both unisex and ladies' designs. As you'd expect, the watches are made using luxury materials like titanium, gold, TZP ceramic, ATZ ceramic, Carbon TPT, and quartz TPT, and feature in-house automatic movements.
The first-generation Ford GT has become a modern masterpiece, with values skyrocketing in recent years. Just over 4,000 were made, and each time one comes up for sale, there's sure to be more than a few well-heeled prospective buyers. This 2005 Ford GT is even more desirable, being just one of four Merkury cars modified under the supervision of Camilo Pardo, the chief designer of the concept and original production versions. The car is painted in chemically bonded Mirrachrome that took over a year to complete along with fluorescent Gulf livery that recalls the GT40 cars that raced at Daytona and Sebring. A second-generation supercharger and cold air intake boost power to 750 at the rear wheels, and other upgrades include HRE center lock wheels. Fully documented and showing just 4,000 miles, this Ford GT is unlike any other on the market.
There's nothing like a tripod for ensuring a tack sharp shot — but it won't do you any good if you don't have it with you. The goal of Peak Design's Travel Tripod is to always be on hand. In an effort to eliminated dead space, the legs and center column nest perfectly together, resulting in a packed diameter of 3.25 inches — about the same as a water bottle. Despite this, it extends to 58.5 inches tall, with a reimagined ball head that offers 360-degree adjustment with a single adjustment ring. A quick-release plate makes attaching everything from smartphones to DSLRs a snap, and a built-in bubble level and counterweight hook make sure it has all the features necessary right out of the box. Available with carbon fiber or aluminum alloy legs, weighing 2.8 or 3.4 lbs., respectively.
Bentley's Bentayga SUV isn't a total pretender when it comes to offroad prowess, but it was definitely built more with on-road comfort and performance in mind. If you find the stock Bentayga a little too soft around the edges, Spanish design firm Bengala Automotive Design SL has a very limited-production package that should fit the bill. The front gets a massive prerunner-esque guard that incorporates an LED light bar and completely changes the Bentayga's appearance, from posh to aggressive. Fender flares cover larger all-terrain tires mounted on bespoke wheels that fill the space from the taller ride height, along with new running boards and side-exit exhaust pipes. Bengala collaborated on the project with a Spanish rally champion, with the promise that it performs as well as it looks. Only 15 will be made, making it one of the most exclusive SUVs you can get.
Following the contours of the mountainous landscape, the Casa Alpina integrates itself into Brazil's rugged terrain. The dwelling is defined by a massive concrete slope that mimics the surrounding peaks. A glazed living area and two pillars prop up the steep roofline, giving the monolithic form a weightless appearance. From the inside, the floor-to-ceiling windows provide expansive views of both the towering range and the city of Belo Horizonte in the distance. When the doors are open, the interior seamlessly flows to an outdoor terrace that leads to a rooftop swimming pool.
Photos: Jomar Bragança / Tetro
The latest member of an iconic family of diving watches, this new Seamaster was created in collaboration with Casamigos: a spirits company started by George Clooney. The watch blends the brands with a 45.5mm case crafted from a single block of matte black ceramic to match the matte black finish of the Casamigos Mezcal bottle. The theme continues on the dial, where the words "Seamaster," "GMT," and the water-resistant indicators bear the same shade of teal found on the Casamigos logo. The blacked-out Seamaster runs on the self-winding Calibre 8906 movement, is water resistant up to 600 meters, and is finished with a black rubber strap with black stitching. Exclusively available in Omega boutiques across the U.S. and limited to just 80 pieces.
Chicken feathers are lightweight. When you mix them with fiberglass and resin, you end up a strong, sustainable, and affordable material. Earth Traveler's T300 teardrop trailer uses it to create an incredibly lightweight camper. Both it and the more expensive, carbon fiber-based T250LX have pop-up roofs on the front and back and pop-out walls on either side to expand the interior space. Mosquito mesh keeps bugs out, and large windows let in plenty of light. In terms of weight, the T250LX tips the scales at a scant 216 pounds, while the T300 will be roughly 300 — still light enough to be pulled by the electric city cars, some electric bikes, and other eco-friendly vehicles of the future.
While we wait for the first mission to Mars, C-Space is giving us a taste of what life on The Red Planet will be like. The Chinese company has built its own interplanetary colony in the Gobi desert. Surrounded by the area's alien landscapes, Mars Base 1 simulates what living on the Martian planet will be like with a series of domed structures that include a greenhouse, airlock, living space, and a control center. There's even a 2001: A Space Odyssey-esque monolith. Although it's not officially open to the public just yet, the station has plans to allow visitors to temporarily inhabit the base in the near future.
Photos: C-Space
Inspired by the human iris, Oakley's new Ahyris Collection uses a unique design feature to merge multiple pieces with a single element. The eye-catching cylindrical fastener can bring together separate frame, lens, and temple elements all at once, hiding the complexity of the design while presumably making it more robust. It can be found on three sunglass and two eyeglass designs, with silhouettes that range from traditional to boldly futuristic.
Yamaha's Yard Built program reaches out to professional builders to see what they can dream up with one of the company's many models. This year it was the XSR700 taking center stage, a small-displacement bike made to be fun and infinitely customizable. Hookie Co.'s entry took the XSR700 in a more modern direction than Yamaha's brief — playful, sporty, classic — specified. Eschewing curves for angular lines, the Grasshopper takes its design cues from modern motocross and flat track bikes. A custom aluminum tank replaces the original unit with translucent yellow acrylic pieces lit by LEDs in place of the cover panels. The new Alcantara seat, rear hoop, and finned brake light bolt directly to stock mounting points, along with all the other custom parts — meaning no hacking or welding are required. If you like the look, you're in luck — Hookie Co. plans on a production run that will be available to consumers.
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