Whether you have aims to start your own business in esthetics or just like being able to DIY yourself a trim, it pays to have the right tools for the job. And nothing is more indispensable in a barber’s arsenal than a good pair of hair cutting scissors. Read Also: Grooming Guide: How to Slick Back Your Hair The best scissors don’t hold you back, helping instead to focus your technique on bringing your vision of the perfect cut to life....

While I don’t always see eye-to-eye with the design philosophy of Ugur Sahin, I cannot help but admire his spirit. He sees the world of luxury and high-design automobiles and think, “you know, I could do that better”. The Ugur Sahin Aston Martin Gauntlet Concept is the latest in this designer’s vision for world class automobiles. While it is hard to improve on anything Aston Martin, Sahin has shown his own perspective on this legendary auto brand....

Seven of the W Motors Lykan Hypersport models will be produced, and each buyer will need a small fortune to acquire one. They are expected to sell for $3.4M each, the highest price we’ve seen for a supercar since we’ve been in publication. That places it in line with the Aston Martin One-77, the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport, the Lamborghini Reventon and others. The Lykan Hypersport isn’t just a conceptual pipe dream, it is in production today and can be purchased now– assuming you’ve got more than a few million lying around… [via highsnobiety and gtspirit]...

The good news is, if you’re looking for ways to protect your hair, both above and below, we’ve got 14 ways for men and women to do just that. Cap It The simplest solution, and the one that most professional swimmers suggest is to just slap a cap over your head before you hit the lake, pool, beach, or puddle. It takes a little time to acclimate, and you might need to buy a couple before you find one that’s comfortable, but nothing keeps your hair in shape like preventing it from getting wet in the first place....

Forever living as denizens of the Land of Broken Toys, we have chosen to celebrate these odd creations and the brilliant souls behind them. Without this type of ingenuity, we wouldn’t have the wheel, mathematics, beer hats, or packing peanuts. If you’re tired of the next hot thing, it’s time to go off the beaten path and give a moment to 15 weird inventions that could save your life, but almost surely won’t....

View in gallery Top 18 Pocket Knife Brands You Can Count On Most pocket knife companies have hits and misses when it comes to their lineup, which is to be expected. However, the buy-it-for-life ethos has seen a rise in brands basing their business around consistent quality–rather than cutting corners. Below, we review the best pocket knife brands worthy of becoming your EDC knife. 1. OKC Despite being called the “Ontario Knife Company“, OKC is actually based at the tippy top of New York state....

These days, nothing happens unless it’s on the Internet, and it’s only going to get the clicks and the retweets if you go all out. That means seeking out one of the 19 most unusual wedding venues to give your guests and your grandkids a story for the ages. If you’re at a loss, we’ve got some ideas to spark your creativity. Cave Anyone can have a wedding out in the forest or in a botanical garden, but geologic formations can provide just as much beauty as a fully outdoor wedding, and offer a controlled environment far from the weather....

The 1929 Ford ‘Dick Flint’ Roadster is one of many remarkable vehicles auctioned off by RM Auctions this month. The Art of the Automobile event also included three of our favorite works of automotive art, the 1936 Talbot Lago T150C Cabriolet, the 1964 Chevrolet CERV II and the 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster. The Art of the Automobile event is working its way toward the premier event for restored icons in the US....

1954 Jaguar XK120 Roadster | Gallery

The motorcycle is a the quintessential symbol of freedom. Nothing captures the essence of the open road quite like taking flight on a touring bike across the country, or as far around the world as you can get. For the even more audacious, there’s also adventure motorcycles that can take you beyond the blacktop to see untamed wilds. Though these traditional notions of what a bike is – wind in your hair, nothing but horizon ahead – are inspiring, motorcycles are also a daily convenience for the average commuter who’s idea of “open road” is the six blocks it takes to get to 125th and Lexington....

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster Gallery

Dark humor and jokes that are intentionally offensive can offer an even greater release. By sitting in an audience and listening to someone reel off edgy joke after edgy joke, we can laugh without fear and allow our stresses to melt away. View in galleryComedy should be above censorship, in many ways, because it is not condoning anything. Instead, it is making light of the bad, ridiculing the villains, and empowering people to laugh in the face of adversity....

When you meet under the mistletoe at the block party and finally get to plant one on your attractive neighbor, do you think of the corpses of Norse gods? Will an inverted cross indicate to you that the wearer is declaring themselves humble and unworthy? For anyone out there who longs to be in the know and a little bit savvier than the average Joe, we’ve compiled a handy reference guide to 9 symbols that mean something a little bit different than you might think....

The idea was floated by French architects Axel de Stampa and Sylvain Macaux, who have been have been proposing solutions to architectural issues every week for the past 29 weeks on a site called 1 Week 1 Project. In the example below, modular housing units have been designed to fit between the concrete pylons that runs around the outside of the stadium. With 12 different stadiums around Brazil, the design would need to be altered for each venue, which could involve replacing parts of the stands for some....

The Atolokis House is styled in a traditional Corfiot sensibility, accented with Venitian and contemporary touches for a modern Mediterranean flare. Inside, the color scheme is almost entirely white, yielding a cheerful and relaxing mood that mirrors the island setting outdoors. The house’s patio is the pearl of its offering, a wide, terraced design with smaller, private sections that wrap around a naturally-cleansed infinity pool. The landscaping of the property is decidedly local, as the flora of Corfu is featured here as if it arrived naturally, not transplanted manually....

The primary goal of the designers and architects on this project was to blend the functionality and modern style of a brand new exterior with the gorgeously rustic farmhouse exterior, full of vintage charm and traditional grace. Without erasing the history of the building, designers removed unnecessary partitions in an attempt to open up both the floor plan and the flow of lighting throughout the home. The different a bit of light and some space can make it astonishing!...

If you’ve had your ear to the ground, you’ve likely heard the name Alexander Kotlyarevsky when it comes to luxury car design concepts. The Italian designer has worked on the Alfa Romeo Pandion concept, the Bertone Mantide and others in his young career in automotive concept design. His latest solo work, the Bentley R Type Concept, is a stunning yet truly accessible concept in the world of luxury autos. While he pushes for clear progress in terms of Bentley design, there’s nothing far-fetched about this concept....

The Bowen Mountain House in New South Wales, Australia evolved from a basic weekender home to a full-service mountain living campus. What started with a simple, yet refined structure came to include a swimming pool, a pool home and a sauna to round out this home’s relaxation experience. Corrosion-treated steel, reclaimed hardwood and folding glass windows have come together in a brilliant fashion by CplusC Architecture. The sectional roof of the Bowen Mountain House is part of its allure, with a pavilion-style design that creates an open living space below....

The Burkehill Residence is decidedly contemporary from every angle. Its hard lines meet at hard right angles, but these shapes are softened by natural accent tones from slab stone walls and stained wood ceilings. The contrast between these forces, the angular structure vs. the natural materials, yields a comfortable space that doesn’t feel stuffy or pretentious. This is well met with the interior design by Raven Inside, which gives the home an approachable emotion, one that is aware of its own artfulness without preaching to guests....

Casa Invisible is available as a mirrored or traditional-walled prefab home. Its interior space and fascia can be customized to the owner’s preference, with the mirrored walls being a key option. The core of the home measures just 11.5-feet wide, which fits within the width standard of most commercial transport laws. Compared to other tiny houses, this prefab is long. It spans 47.5-feet long, allowing for separate bedroom space without needing to build lofted levels above....