This video is pimping French sneaker label Feiyue’s new line of kicks. The stop-motion video was done by Julien Vray.
New Era x Transformers Snapbacks
December 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Here’s the latest New Era collab with Transformers toy line – the 59Fifty Fitted and Snapback hats. The hats feature cool retro G1 Transformers designs. I have various New Era caps and just really love the 59Fifty series.
MSRP: $29.99USD
For more info, go to: New Era x Transformers.
Grab These: Designer USB Flash Drives
November 28, 2012 by 1 Comment
Mimobot have always made USB flash drives hip and sexy with great collabs with licenses like Transformers, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, and DC Comics. Now here are some other neat USB flash drive designs.
Mimobot x Emily the Strange
MSRP: $14.95USD – 8GB / $19.95USD – 16GB / $34.95USD – 32GB / $59.95 – 64GB
Accessorize with Modify Watches
November 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Customize the face, straps, colors and more when you buy Modify Watches. It’s all about making the watch your own and rockin’ it.
EDM fans will enjoy this – Deadmau5-themed watches.
MSRP: $30.00USD – $50.00USD
Sriracha Custom Dunny Figure
November 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Coming this Friday, November 30, 2012 for 1 day ONLY – Sket One will be selling a cool custom Dunny figure – Sketracha Hot Chili Sauce 8″. This limited production figure will also feature green chopsticks and bamboo mat.
MSRP: $450.00USD (yes, it will cost $450 bucks.)
For more info, go to: Sket One – Sketracha Hot Chili Sauce 8″.
Video Interview with comic book artist Jim Lee
November 26, 2012 by 1 Comment
The LA Times interviews superstar comic book artist Jim Lee. Jim talks about how he got into comics with Marvel, his role at DC Comics and much more.
Hit the link to play video: LA Times Interviews Jim Lee.
Vietnamese Noodle Gear dedicated to all things Phở
November 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Townfolk celebrates Phở culture with unique posters, stickers, buttons, and chopsticks dedicated to this Vietnamese noodle dish. I’m just hungry talking about this. You can hit up their Kickstarter page for more info – Townfolk – Phở Life. The pledge prices range from $10 – $50 bucks depending on what Phở Life items you may want.
Fatlace x Transformers = The 2nd Drop
November 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This past weekend, Fatlace released Drop 2 of this Transformers graphic tee collection. I really like how they use the classic Transformers G1 line in shirt designs. You can drop by Illest SF or LA retail stores, but my brother said it’s better to just buy it online at Fatlace since the stores sometimes carry a limited selection. You maybe dropping a dime on these but it’s well worth it.
Umbrella Art by Luke Jerram
November 18, 2012 by 2 Comments
The staff here at Retrenders has brought you other umbrella art pieces in the past – maybe its a trend. Seriously though, artist Luke Jerram said it best in describing his recent outdoor art installation Just Sometimes, “It’s ok to create something that is simply beautiful that makes the public smile.” Honestly, I really wouldn’t mind walking by this to work everyday. Sure would bring a smile to my face and some spring to my feet as I tackle a long day of work. Go to his website to check out some of his other amazing art installation, sculptures, and live art.
Bringing Soul to Your eBooks
November 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment
I love everything about a good book – the weight in my hand, the beautiful cover, and of course, the great enjoyment the story has brought me. With e-readers, we lose the weight, but we also lose the “soul” of the book. With this imaginative idea by Outofprintclothing.com, one gets to still enjoy their favorite book and cling on to at least some of that “soul” by fitting their eBook with a jacket adorned with original book cover art. Made by the oldest bookbinder in the U.S., the cases also look and feel like an actual book. Check out some of my current favorites – The Great Gatsby and A Clockwork Orange jackets.
For more info, go to: KickStarter – Out of Print eBook Jackets.
Mirvish x Gehry = Toronto Project
November 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Frank Gehry has some hits and misses (don’t we all however), but whenever I hear his name, I have to tune in and see for myself what he’s currently up to, because you never know, the next one might just amaze the socks off of you. So far, the models and images for a new entertainment district in his hometown of Toronto is simply amazing. Here’s the video that introduces this impressive project.
Tarzan Celebrates 100 Years!!!
November 16, 2012 by 1 Comment
Today we celebrate 100 years of Tarzan, the man-child raised by apes in the jungles of Africa, born from the imaginary mind of author Edgar Rice Burroughs who created the popular fictional character that first leaped onto printed pages in 1912.
When I received a review copy of Tarzan: The Centennial Celebration in the mail, I was really stunned at how beautiful this hardbound book was. Author and Tarzan fanatic Scott Tracy Griffin went all out – this book is a comprehensive collection of all things Tarzan and Edgar Rice Burroughs. First of all, this book has an awesome collection of illustrations, book art, comic book art, cover art, and archive photos from the various movies and television shows. It also covers various aspects of the Tarzan universe, such as, merchandising, toys, fan clubs, fan conventions, and it even includes a dictionary on what is known as “ape” language. I can speak ape now!
Geek Coolness: Etch-A-Sketch Art by Jane Labowitch
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ABC’s of Spaceships by Scott Markley
November 15, 2012 by 2 Comments
Do you have geeky sons and daughters? Well they can learn their alphabets with the ABC’s of spaceships.
Scott Markley over at Time For Hugs complied the list and it’s pretty geekstatic list of sci-fi spaceships.
Source: Time For Hugs – ABC’s of Spaceships by Scott Markley.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Case by Kimono
November 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Apple iPhones may get lots of art/design cases, but not to be left out in the cold, the Samsung Galaxy S3 receives some Kimono love. Kimono brings out a collection of Japanese-inspired cases for the Galaxy S3. There are 5 case designs to choose from.
MSRP: $25.00USD.
Buy these Kimono cases @ Strapya World.
Doggy Radio x Rimowa
November 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Japanese pop artist Yoshitomo Nara latest collab for Rimowa is a collectible figurine. This piece comes with a cute Doggy Radio sculpture and cool looking retro case. Production is limited to only 200 pieces and 25 of these will be made available at Lane Crawford retail outlet in Hong Kong.
MSRP: $5,136.00USD (Yes, this collectible item is pricey.)
Source: Lane Crawford.
Minature Hobbit Playset!
November 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This Hobbit playhouse diorama was all built by hand and all because of a college class Maddie Chambers took. A fan of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings since age 10, this geeky mom of twin boys went all out building this amazing detailed Hobbit house. Okay, let’s bring out the action figures and start playing!
Bargain Hunting: Hoodie Galore
November 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment
It’s that time of the year again. If you are sick of stressing over buying this or that for somebody and figuring your gift budget – it can get overwhelming. As for me I like some TLC for myself and if I’m on a budget instead of going to the outlets, I do like hitting up Ross and Marshalls. Name brand clothes that’s fashionable and stylish for a cheap price. You do have to spend some time searching around the racks and another very important tip, check zippers and buttons. Here’s my Ross haul this past week.
DC Zipper Hoodie – Greyish with Red Trim
Warhol Campbell’s Soup
November 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Warhol used Campbell’s Soup, so why not Campbell’s Soup use Warhol?
50 years after Warhol was inspired by the Campbell’s Soup can, Campbell’s is finally using the his art for a limited edition soup can design.
Dance Music and Electricity
November 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment
I just like looking at the electricity.
Banana Republic x Anna Karenina = Capsule Collection
November 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Want to dress and look like stars from the film Anna Karenina? Banana Republic recently launched it’s Anna Karenina capsule collection which features 75 items like hats, dresses, high heels, and jewelry. The Anna Karenina-inspired collection was created by the costume designer of the film Jacqueline Durran.
Beams x Disney = Graphic Tee Collection
November 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment
If you are a big Disney fan and got to have cool Disney apparel, check out this collab between Beams and Disney. Each of the four iconic Disney characters – Mickey, Minnie, Donald Duck and Goofy sport a graphic tee with each having 2 color variations to choose from.
Square Up – Free card reader
November 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Need help running a small “mom and pops” shop by accepting credit card charges at your finger tips, or just simply to make things easier to sell some of your personal art on the spot… actually, selling anything on the spot!
Well Square Up just made it easier through their temporary promotion of offering a free card reader to accept credit cards with your iPhone, Driod or iPad. Visit their website : squareup.com Don’t forget to read the details and the fine print.
Women’s Fashion: “Tis now the season for a Cape”
October 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment
You can consider this to be a bit of a belated fall fashion awareness, but really, “Tis now the season for a Cape!” As a guy, I wear a wool coat, but I noticed women wearing some of the most fashionable capes and it’s not because it’s Halloween, it’s because winter is now kicking up, and the cold candle lit holidays are just around the corner.
Fujifilm XF1 – the sexy digital camera.
October 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Fujifilm has just launched the XF1 – their line of sexy stylish point-and-shoot digital cameras. It has all the basic bells and whistles of any typical point and shoot digital camera, so you are basically paying for the fake leather … I mean the faux leather.
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