Reebok was founded in the UK but now it’s owned by competitor Adidas – who knew? But lets move on by checking out Reebok Classics Spring/Summer 2013 Collection. It’s all about Reebok’s classic kicks, so kick it!
River Island: Spring/Summer 2013 Women’s Collection
March 21, 2013 by 1 Comment
UK retail apparel company River Island kicking their Spring/Summer 2013 Women’s Collection is 1950s-1960s retro-chic but also modern.
Egg Carton WWII Fighter Plane
March 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
Image via Mirror UK News
Why not build a life-size World War II fighter plane out of egg cartons? That’s what architect Jack Munro and sculptor Charlotte Austen did. They took 6 long hard weeks using 65,000 egg cartons building the iconic British fighter plane – the Spitfire.
The stats: 36 ft in size, 6,500 egg cartons, 10,000 stapes, 5,000 nails, and 450 Pritt Sticks.
CHELLES BATTLE PRO 2013 – 6year old B-Girl Destroys It!
March 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Since I grew up in the 80s, I had breakdancing in my blood and throughout the years, you think you’ve seen all the crazy moves and it’s been done before or something. It’s kind of like the NBA Slam Dunk Competition at the All-Star game – what’s new? What kind of new moves? Hasn’t every possible move been done already? Well check out this Kiddie Battle @ CHELLES BATTLE PRO 2013 – this 6 year-old B-girl Terra from UK London (Soul Mavericks Crew/DJ Renegades) rips it!!! If you have to watch one YouTube video this year, watch this!!!
Brand NEW Graphic Novel: Everybody Loves Tank Girl
March 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tank Girl returns in Everybody Loves Tank Girl graphic novel from Titan Books. It’s all new, but just not for EVERYONE. I mean if you don’t like sexy Tank Girl and friends, bad words, drugs, guns, humor and straight-out wackiness – then this graphic novel isn’t for you. Co-creator/author Alan C. Martin and artist Jim Mahfood takes us on a wild ride as Tank Girl gives us the inside look at The Tank; their adventures in babysitting their neighbors’ son Feldman; Tank Girl and friends trying to avoid the evil Arty Farty Gang, and many more crazy insane stories.
Jim Mahfood’s artwork is super-fun to look at with the various strips in black and white and colored. Plus in the back of the book, there is a collection of his Tank Girl galley artwork. One word – SEXY. And best of all is the out-there sense of humor. I mean if you don’t get it, you probably won’t get it Tank Girl, but for all us Tank Girl fans – we get it. I admit I was laughing hard at “The Sixteenth Annual Australian Swearing Competition short! No SPOILERS here – you will just have to BUY to graphic novel to read it and laugh your butt off.
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Hardback Graphic Novel: Everybody Loves Tank Girl
Author: Alan C. Martin
Artist: Jim Mahfood
Publisher: Titan Books
MSRP: $19.95USD
Available: February 22, 2013
Dead Space: Liberation
February 8, 2013 by 1 Comment
Dead Space: Liberation is a brand new graphic novel by British sci-fi/fantasy illustrator Christopher Shy and British writer Ian Edginton and the story follows the events after EA’s hit video game Dead Space 2, plus acts as a prequel to the upcoming Dead Space 3.
In Liberation, we find out there’s another Marker on the planet Uxor. Earthgov Sergeant John Carver now races back to save his family as religious fanatics attack the Marker site. John is then forced to join with Ellie Langford and Captain Robert Norton as they race to unlock the true secrets of the Marker, fight off Unitology, and save mankind.
The Aylesford Skull by James P. Blaylock
January 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
James P. Blaylock is back with all new Langdon St. Ives adventure after a twenty-year absence. “The Aylesford Skull” takes us to Victorian England 1883 where scientist/explorer Langdon St. Ives and villain Dr. Ignacio Narbondo will face off again.
Langdon St. Ives is now living in Aylesford with his wife Alice and two kids – Eddie and Cleo, while unbeknownst to them, Dr. Ignacio Narbondo is setting his plans into motion by pirating a ship in nearby Egypt Bay and grave robbing in Aylesford. A mysterious man from the past appears to Langdon and finally tells him of Narbondo’s past and his plan to open a portal to the dead. The villain decides to kidnap Langdon’s son – 4 year old Eddie. The action begins as Langdon now races off to London to save his son and stop Narbondo’s portal to the dead from opening.
Concept Art & Sketches: Olly Moss
December 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Pop artist Olly Moss posted a bunch of concept art, sketches, rough drafts and doodles on projects that never really went anywhere for 2012 on his blog site. But, hey, it’s Olly Moss art and I think the art posters and sketches look cool.
Flash Gordon: The Tyrant of Mongo (Vol 2.)
December 12, 2012 by 1 Comment
I really enjoyed the first collected volume of Flash Gordon by Titan Books. And now the second volume is upon us – Flash Gordon: The Tyrant of Mongo, which collects stories from April 25, 1937 – January 12, 1941. The iconic Flash Gordon Sunday strips are restored in full color glory. On Planet Mongo, ruthless ruler Ming the Merciless is on the hunt for the Earth girl Dale Arden and Flash Gordon. Flash with the aid of Dr. Zarkov makes new allies as the fight off Ming’s various threats trying to stay alive on Planet Mongo.
Assassin’s Creed Graphic Novel Volumes 1-3
December 3, 2012 by 3 Comments
When Ubisoft launched their video game hit Assassin’s Creed II in 2009, they also released a French-language trilogy of comics to fill-in the gaps and expand the Assassin’s Creed universe with writer Eric Corbeyran and artist Djilalli Defali. Now for the first time, Titan Books has translated the graphic novels to English.
Watching a 1950s computer in action
November 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This maybe a little too geeky, but it’s so cool in my opinion. This video clips shows a 1951 Harwell Dekatron / WITCH computer spring into action.
Everybody can view this computer at The National Museum on Computing (TNMOC) located on Bletchley Park, Buckinghamshire, UK.
For details, opening times and museum info, go to: TNMOC.
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.
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!
Silhouettes from Popular Culture by Olly Moss
October 26, 2012 by 1 Comment
You’ve probably seen his artwork floating around the World Wide Web, email links from friends saying take a look at these cool movie posters, or seen his box art for the PS3 video game Resistance 3. If you don’t know who Olly Moss is, well you should take notice now with his first collected art book by publisher Titan Books – Silhouettes from Popular Culture.
This book collects Victorian art of silhouette portraits with Olly’s own style, with a sense of fun and wit. Flipping through the pages, you will be amazed at the various silhouette portraits of pop culture characters from comics, films, TV, cartoons, anime, and videogames. Olly started this small project as a way to put up nerdy art that his girlfriend would like in the house and since ballooned to around 300 “paper cut” silhouette pieces. With only 144 pages in this book, Olly picked his favorite silhouettes to be in this collection. When you look at the various silhouette art pieces you might be wondering to yourself, how the heck did he get so precise with just scissors? Well, he admits to using industrial laser cutters.
The Great Showdowns by Scott Campbell
October 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Have you ever watch a movie and then a great scene appears on screen with an actor and thought to yourself, man that was an epic moment or just an iconic scene that will resonate in your brain forever? Well artist Scott Campbell thinks so, and his “Great Showdowns” series celebrates cool moments in films of various genres, from the classics, thrillers, romantic-comedies, action flicks and even documentaries.
The art book collects over 130 paintings of “Great Showdowns” and showcases Scott’s eclectic taste in films like The Roman Holiday, Alfred Hitchcock’s Birds and Psycho, Kickass, Black Swan, Say Anything, and others. The art style is simple and whimsical and will surely put a smile on your face.
Corgi James Bond 007 Miniature Vehicles Set
October 11, 2012 by 1 Comment
Corgi is commemorating the 50th anniversary of the James Bond film franchise with this 1/55 scale diecast collection, featuring 8 iconic vehicles – the Aston Martin DB5 (Goldfinger), the Aston Martin DBS (Casino Royale), the BMW Z3 (GoldenEye), the Jaguar XKR (Die Another Day), the Lotus Esprit Underwater (The Spy Who Loved Me), the Rolls Royce III Sedance de Ville (Goldfinger), the Little Nellie (You Only Live Twice), and the Space Shuttle (Moonraker). The limited edition set comes packaged in a replica film tin can.
MSRP: $60.00USD
For more info, go to: MoMA Store – Corgi James Bond 007 Miniature Vehicles Set.
Geekcore Jewelry by RockerDollJewellery
October 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment
If you’re looking to rock nerdy-style jewelry with your outfits, head to RockerDollJewellery. Hailing from England, Stephanie Allen designs handmade jewelry.
This necklace is a Hunger Games fan must-have.
Mockingjay Pin Pendant Necklace
MSRP: $19.72USD
Yayoi Kusama x Louis Vuitton = Concept Store
October 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A few months ago, we here at Retrenders showcased the purses that were designed by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama (https://retrenders.com/2012/06/11/louis-vuitton-x-yayoi-kusama/) in collaborating with Louis Vuitton. Kusama’s bio is as interesting as her body of work and that’s exactly what fascinated Marc Jacob at Louis Vuitton. Recently in London, Selfridges, a high end department store in the UK, launched a window display designed by Kusama in collaboration with Louis Vuitton. It is nothing but spectacular and is a total treat for the eye.
Selfridges & Co
400 Oxford Street
London
W1A 1AB
Contact store for Yayoi Kusama x Louis Vuitton Concept Store Hours.
For more info, go to: Selfridges.com – Yayoi Kusama x Louis Vuitton.
Viral Video Friday: Cool Pop Tracks
September 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
For today’s Viral Video Friday, I got two cool songs that I’m jamming to on my iPod.
This neat looking music video is by AlunaGeorge. “Your Drums, Your Love” is a sexy uptempo R&B style track.
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“For My Sins” by Jess Mills is a nice pop ballad for the ears.
Happy Friday!
LEGO London 2012 Olympic Stadium
August 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Image via Warren Elsmore
LEGO brick master Warren Elsmore spent a lot of time and money on this custom build. This is an amazing mini-replica of Stratford Olympic Park. This was a team effort though, Warren’s wife also got involved in building this LEGO wonderland. He and his wife spent over 300 hours constructing it, used over 250,000 LEGO bricks, and spent around $30,000USD. Wow.
Sherlock Holmes – The Army of Dr. Moreau
August 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Gruesome murders have been found around the city of London. Sherlock Holmes’ brother Mycroft, a government agent, tells him of the grizzly findings and a scientist named Dr. Moreau that might be behind this. This time, Sherlock and Dr. Watson will be off on a Resident Evil-style horror/adventure as they face a mad scientist creating half animal and half human species.
Viral Video Friday: Cover of Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep”
July 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A cover version of Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep” using a Guzheng (Chinese Zither) instrument.
Olympic Vermin Short Film
July 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
With the Olympics underway in London, here is a short film by Amael Isnard and Leo Bridle, to show what happens if animals took control of running the torch instead of humans.
Drink: Ikea Dark Lager
July 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment
“I’ll have an order of Swedish meatballs and a pint of beer!”
Ikea is selling beer but, so far, it is not available in the States. I will definitely assign myself to the taste test for Retrenders once I find this and report the result back to everyone. I do hope the beer comes fully assembled and not missing any small parts.
Source: Geekosystem – Ikea Beer.
Viral Video Friday: LEGO Inception
July 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This is 12 weeks and over 1000 hours of work, a parody of Chris Nolan’s “Inception”. This is one nifty student project.
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