A Quick Scent Guide There’s a lot of different kinds of fragrances, with each one carrying a few notable attributes. Before you go into the aisle of smells, it helps to know these terms to help determine what to pick up. Aftershave Largely a medicinal product meant to cleanse skin after shaving, promote healing, kill bacteria, and tone skin, aftershaves add smell as an afterthought, meaning it’s not going to last long, since the intent is mostly to heal and protect....

We all wish we could live in the land of rebel scum, but since we can’t, here’s __ of the best Star Wars props you can buy. Many are officially done by the Proshop at Pinewood Studios and licensed by Disney. Others are done by genius fans, with some older props done by pros from yesteryear. Each will make your own home can carry a little more Death Star chic for when you bring home a walking carpet from the latest Con....

Sucker Punch Since the entire rape-happy film was little more than a music video of young women with luminescent skin in steampunk schoolgirl cosplay, it stands to reason that the music needed to be on point. Say what you will about Zach Snyder’s tastes, but the noises he picks were a kitschy, over-the-top-in-the-best-way load of nonsense with modern female vocalists hitting goth-y versions of tunes like “Search and Destroy,” “Tomorrow Never Knows,” and the infamous “White Rabbit”...

In the nebulous void between casual and professional attire, there lies the lone blazer. Often mistaken for the more pedestrian Norfolk jacket (aka sports jacket), a blazer is one of the most versatile items of clothing a man can own. Men’s blazers, and how it all started Unlike a regular suit jacket, a quality blazer acts as a windbreaker, a fashion item, a place to store your EDC essentials. They are also a great way to accent your frame, and a piece of history....

Simple small talk can get boring. When you’re beginning to get to know a person better, the desire to have deeper conversations grows. And if you’re trying to get closer to someone, then having deep conversations is even more important. As always you need to consider the time and place when you’re asking questions. Stargazing with someone late at night? Perfect time to ask thought provoking questions! Eventually though, you’ll not only want to ask someone thought provoking questions, you’ll need to....

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Moment is a two-piece unit that includes a brushed steel stand and a compact, tablet-sized controller. The control section, which resembles a steel-and-oak iPod, can be used remotely. This controller sports a large touchscreen display, a circular control wheel and an additional power/volume wheel on the rear. The display allows the user to interact with cloud-based music or radio in an unique way. The color wheel shown above has three concentric rings in a ROYGBIV circle....

As problem drinkers well on our way to family interventions, and lovers of all views, people, and fresh air, we visited the multi-faceted gem of The Palmetto State to find the 16 best rooftop bars Charleston could cough up. Stars Location: 495 King St Cheap mimosas and bloody Bloody Marys, Sunday brunch is an intoxicating outing where day drinking is expected as the weekend winds down so you can nap it off before heading off to the job when the work week lands....

Before there was the “eye in the sky” camera network in casinos, The House had to rely on more traditional methods to buck would-be thieves. The classic Bee Stingers Playing Cards were the tools of the trade, a specially-designed card that was only the stock of the casinos of the world, not available to the common man. In its’ prime, the Bee Stinger cards would prevent gamblers from dealing in cards of their own into the deck, thereby stacking the odds in their favor....

When it comes to boxing shoes, you need to make sure you go for the best. Much like other combat sports, there is far more to your footwear than just being something you wear to keep the soles of your feet warm. We help you figure out the difference below. How do Boxing Shoes Differ from Regular Footwear? The best boxing shoes differ significantly from ordinary footwear or running shoes....

The Brick House by Azevedo Design measures 8′-2″ by 11′-6″. It makes up for its tiny footprint by extending high, with a mezzanine level that adds a bed and storage to the space. Even though the base level measures 93 square feet, it employs intelligent storage and design methods to add a lot of functionality. In this space, the Brick House features a full kitchen, a living room with a convertible coffee/dining table, plus fold-out cushions that turn the stairs into seating....

The house is cantilevered 12 feet back from the cliff face, which not only protects the fragile ecosystem, but also ensures the structure is a safe place for people to live. On the south-side, a copper facade wraps itself up the wall, and over on to the roof, where it also hangs over the other side to provide protection from the sun, wind and ocean. In complete contrast, the north side is made entirely of glass to make sure the owners have unparalleled ocean views....

Whether you enjoy plain milk chocolate, bitter dark chocolate, or chocolate with fruit and nuts mixed in, there is an option for everyone. Chocolate Bars Make Us Happy Over the years, scientists have researched whether or not eating chocolate makes us happy. If you’ve ever had a piece of chocolate, I’m sure you know the outcome. Chocolate triggers a chemical reaction in our brains, which, in turn, elevates our mood....

The shape of the Dune House by Mark Koehler Architects appears to be molded by the wind. It’s a mountainous form, one that repeats the patterns of the sands around it. The goal was to avoid disrupting the dialect in the local design language. This inspiration from nature and local cottages is explicit — a stated drive by the architects behind this design. Inside the shell of the Dune House, an open living space is separated into split levels that revolve around a central support....

Getting a good ice cream maker is partly about the machine and partly about your preferences. You’ll need to know how hard you like your ice cream, whether you prefer traditional or soft serve, and how well you can schedule mixing up a bowl of the good stuff. You’ll also need to consider the amount of space you’ve got on hand, since these can be bulky devices. Lastly you’ll need to balance the cost with the features you absolutely need so that you’re never stuck with a disappointing spoonful....

Hard Graft Mighty Phone Fold Wallet | Gallery

The ubiquitous Havaianas summer sandal has touched down in Brazil with an amazing new storefront by Isay Weinfeld. The store has no front door, no window display– it is practically an open-air extension of the sidewalk. As pedestrians pass by, they are greeted with a small lounge at eye-level, peering over on a balcony into the Havaianas store below. Inside, the shop has lush green trees and scattered skylights that provide the scenery in which the colorful Havaianas are sold....

On Scotland’s northwest coast, mammoth sculptures of stone and moss crumble into the sea– some small, others reaching high into the clouds, monolithic in nature. Scotland’s Hebrides Islands comprise a widespread, diverse archipelago of hundreds of islands, whose landscape has been celebrated since the early Celtics long before the common era. National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson visited the Hebrides Islands, sharing their profound natural and historic diversity in this series of stunning photographs....

The Iseami House by Robles Arquitectos is a work of science as much as it is an achievement of design. This home rests on a hill above the ocean on the Peninsula de Osa in Costa Rica, a location with 5% of the world’s biodiversity– yet 20km away from the nearest town. To build such a home, Robles Arquitectos were tasked with designing a fully grid-free, self-sustainable structure that could manage the demands of this hot, humid environment....

Jeremy Scott and Linda Farrow are pushing the cutting edge for eyewear this Spring. Their new collaborative line of sunglasses are curvy, sleek and stylish, taking inspiration from late 70s aviators and early ski goggles. While you may not take these to the skies or the slopes, they’re a perfect fit for the beach or the city. Available for $210 from Colette. [colette via hypebeast]

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