Persol 3018 S Suprema Sunglasses There are few names in eyewear as memorable as Persol. The Persol 3018 S Suprema Sunglasses are a pair of tortoiseshell stunners that continue a story that was best told by the great Steve McQueen in the 1960s. McQueen was an original Hollywood bad boy, known for hard days in fast cars and long nights with A-list women. He was also known for the pair of Persols he wore in just about every occasion....
Many boots on the ground fighters are finding that in addition to their traditional tactical load of spare mags, goggles, gas masks, watches, and fatigues, they also need a special breaching and survival tool. They require something that can pry open doors, hack through armor, and dig enemies out of their shells and bunkers. A modern tomahawk can cut into a car, shatter the toughest glass, pierce through kevlar, and can dig in the dirt, hew trees, and work as much as a cooking and camp tool as a close-quarters combat weapon....
The cosmetics world is a vast and ever-changing industry. Most everyone likes to look and feel good, so the industry has many roles to fill. Just like any successful enterprise, cosmetics welcomes new demographics and innovation. When it comes to skincare you might be thinking that everyone has skin so everyone will benefit from skincare products. But the truth is that the modern skincare market didn’t advertise heavily towards men until the past decade....
The Bunkie is a collaboration project between architects Evan Bare of 608 Design and Nathan Buhler of BLDG Workshop. This small structure utilizes space for optimum functionality by incorporating prefabrication manufacturing techniques typical to furniture building. Built primarily out of plywood, the Bunkie can be packed and shipped completely flat and then later assembled together like a puzzle. The tiny structure includes two fold down beds, a table for dining and a space for storage....
While we certainly invite you to submit an option of your own, we would like to claim this bookstore as the most beautiful bookstore in the world. The Boekhandel Selexyz Dominicanen in Maastricht is a bookstore built in a one-time Dominican church, celebrating a time when most of the knowledge preserved in books was not of a secular nature. Times have changed, religions have swelled and contracted, yet this church still stands thanks to Merkx and Girod Architects, who have taken this classic temple and kept it alive with a new set of knowledge....
The handy Pantone book has been a veritable bible of paint for interior designers, painters and many other creatives throughout the company’s long history. To celebrate the iconic Pantone color chips, the Basheer Graphic Book agency has built a Pantone Rainbow spanning 8 meters and 5,000 colors. For designers, this rainbow will inspire as much wonder as the natural phenomenon itself. Salud, Basheer Books! [more photos at flickr] View in gallery View in gallery...
The city of Ulm, Germany is home to one of the world’s most beautiful gun clubs, the amazing MSZU complex. With a clean modern design and a focus on acoustics, safety and technology, the MSZU gun club features a gun store, a cafe and a full-service restaurant in addition to a numerous selection of firing ranges. Licensed gun owners, hunters and law enforcement officials are welcome to visit the MSZU facilities to practice short and long distance firing, hunting simulation, skeet shooting and more....
The bodywork and engineering on the Thrive Motorcycles version of the XS650 was all performed by hand over a two-month period. The bike was sourced, stripped and re-imagined from the ground up. The result is visual candy, elegant from front to back, with careful design decisions taking shape in all the right places. We’re suckers for the angles and attitude of the gas tank, the leather handlebars and throne, the chrome character of the engine and the gold chain doing the heavy lifting in the back....
The Dauntless MK1 Titanium Pocketknife by Triple Aught Design is a sophisticated and functional tool with cool, refined style. The short blade is chiseled to its perfectly razor sharp edge enabling it to slice effortlessly through various materials. A monochromatic matte finish gives an industrial appearance to this slender pocketknife. On point traditional design mixed with a bit of attitude and versatility make the MK1 a timeless piece of equipment worthy of being passed down from generation to generation....
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Chinese designer Zhang Zhoujie paves the way of the future of furniture design in his Triangulation Series collection. Zhoujie’s designs maximize the potential of the materials used to construct them. Consisting of interconnected triangles, mathematical logic and strategic engineering or the premiss behind this series. The futuristic appeal of these ergonomic creations still upholds their organic nature as a result of Zhoujie’s minimal interference with the project as to “give space to the imagination”....
View in galleryCuring a hangover is about coping with a few biological facts. First, your body is going to be suffering from a severe vitamin B deficiency, which is a large part of what a hangover is. Then there’s the dehydration that comes from imbibing – and thus expelling – vast quantities of fluid. Lastly is the pain, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound, all of which come from your body producing natural stimulants to counteract the tide of depressants you had to drink....
Honestly, if you’re hoping for a crispy, quick way to make up fries, this is not only one of the worst ways to accomplish it, but also grossly overpriced by hundreds of dollars. You would do better buying a countertop hot plate and a decent skillet than you would with a phony “fryer.” Though, if you’re hell-bent for leather, here are the 11 best air fryers about. Why Air Fryers Are Terrible We believe you should buy quality goods that will last....
Know Thyself First and foremost, you need to be aware of your own reactions. If you’re hurt and angry about any particular topics, then the issue isn’t with other people, it’s with you. Be aware of your own attitudes and predilections so you don’t erupt at anyone who has different ideas from you. Managing your feelings is the first step to managing a quality conversation that doesn’t become toxic. Defuse the Bomb Make a pact with your family in advance for everyone to avoid hot-button topics....
Keep Your Car In Top Shape It cannot be stressed enough how good car care leads to better gas mileage. Tune it up, changing out the spark plugs. Replace the air filter with a clean one. Change the oil for smoother engine operation and more efficient burning. Maintain a top-notch A/C unit to avoid dragging on the miles during hot weather. Use the right oil weight for the weather. All of this can jack up your miles per by high percentages....
For those who dare to dream small, there’s plenty of ways to make the most of your scant expanse with 19 design hacks for minimalist homes. Patterns & Glass Adding patterned furniture or busy accessories helps give a room depth since it implies a foreground and a background. To our minds depth is equivalent to space, making this an easy optical illusion to accomplish. Similarly, by using more glass accessories – translucent lamps or a see-through coffee table for instance – those patterns pop out further, creating even more layers, which feels like even greater dimensions....
It’s not the suspension that has us spellbound, it’s the smooth curves and flawless metal finish which make this car more of a “relic” than a “classic”. It is part of an era in design where vehicle styling was inspired in part by art deco architecture. The 1937 BMW R7 motorcycle and the 1936 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic are two prime examples, where the curvy features and slatted vents reflected the character of the art deco movement....
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When talking about houses, we can categorize them in two separate ways. The first way would be by the architectural style that focuses on the design of the house. Some popular architectural styles include Cape Cod, colonial, and ranch styles, amongst others. Secondly, we could categorize them by their type, referring to their purpose, structure, and occasionally, their history. We will split this article into two, first looking into the types of houses, then followed by home styles....
Whether you’re biking in the countryside or strolling downtown, a leather jacket is one versatile piece of outerwear you’ll be especially glad to have as the weather turns colder. Overall, a real leather jacket is a lifetime investment. But how do you find the one that fits you best among the many styles and brands in the market today? If you’re not careful, information overload could quickly lead to analysis paralysis, leaving the question of “what are the best leather jackets?...
