The piece is part accessory, part object d’art, and comes in the shape of a mini metal cassette tape equipped with an unraveled tape that serves as a chain. Limited to only 199 pieces, these cassette tape accessories will be available at Margiela boutiques as well as at selected retailers. Take a look at the piece below.

Info: HintMag

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Any trend that takes off as fast as Track Bikes, is likely to move on just as fast. A recent movement towards hybrid BMX/MTB styled bikes seems to be the way forward within this realm, and this is set to be cemented by the release of Giant’s new Bowery FMX. The functionality and design is clear to be seen, and we can look forward to seeing more models over the next few months I imagine.

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Perhaps not the collaboration you would expect by the title but none the less more than worth the plug. Os Gemeos having been in New York recently painting a new mural over on Houston and Bowery also hit the AKA NYC office with their trade mark work. Here are a few drawings that reflect the creative minds behind the Brazilian duo and make them such a highly regarded name in contemporary art now. Take a look at the images below thanks to Allen on 12ozPROPHET.

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Altamont just posted more in their “Cut from a different cloth…” video campaign series (filmed by Patrick O’Dell of Epicly Later’d fame) which focuses on the unique and inspiring personalities and people behind the Altamont brand and its diverse cast of seasonal contributors.  The latest installment features the words and philosophies of the inimitable A-Ron the Downtown Don who offers us a glimpse behind the scenes of his recent Off Bowery for Altamont collection that’s hitting stores this week.

Part One:

http://altamontapparel.com/a-ron-part1/

Part Two:

http://altamontapparel.com/a-ron-part2/

For more information on the Off Bowery for Altamont Collection:

http://altamontapparel.com/contributors/off-bowery-productions/

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If you had picked up an copy of THE NEW ORDER issue 2 you would have already seen this quite compelling collection from Off Bowery for Altamont. Aaron Bondaroff, a regular contributor to THE NEW ORDER magazine has used this artist collective to really express the groups creativity through the medium of clothing. Doing things there own way this collection from Off Bowery Productions for Altamont is attached to no stereotypes. From the carpenter pant, leather vest to more simple basis in hoodies and tees it is all evidence of what Aaron Bondaroff’s Community are capable of.

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Backstage magazine in its review of the play lauded “john patrick shanley has written an often searing ,existential and dramatically compelling work dealing with our search for roots and purpose in an often purposeless world”   

Ian astbury is a cultural savant the lead singer and songwriter of alt rock band “the cult” (2o million albums sold) he was the principal architect of the “gathering of the tribes festival” the blueprint for lollapalooza and everything else that came after it…he also performed 150 concerts with the reformed ” doors” from 02/07.he also wrote and performed 2 songs on the recent “unkle” album “war stories” astbury is involved in human rights activity (tibet,darfur,native american issues) he is also producing a documentary film “conquest” with “lorna lavelle” (alexander mcqueen,vivienne westwood,the man from unkle) and directing a short film “ruins” with danny drysdale (the killers)

He appears on the cover of the current issue of “the new order” and is in the studio recording a new “cult” project as well as material for “the soft revolt” astbury  also designs clothing and has a line “nousdefions”  sold principally in japan.he did a collection for neighborhood in 2007. Also writes and produces street zine “sissy boy” and is on the board of directors for “spin earth”………  

The bowery electric is run by jesse malin and johnny t (niagra,coney island high,the cabin) and has been a mainstay for local and touring musicians and artists alike. Located one block from cbgb’s /john varvados and the morrison gallery and bowery hotel….this is the prime location for such a production…this is  a collective and creative endeavor  by all ,the bar,the actors and musicians have banded together to bring arts back to the bowery and hope to raise money for the play and awareness for the arts in new york city. 

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THE SMILE: 26 Bond St, between Lafayette and Bowery, NYC.

Thanks to SuperTouch for the heads up.

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“SoHo is a special place for the entire launch of the Sprouse collection,” said Daniel Lalonde, Louis Vuitton North America president and chief executive officer. “It’s in the proximity of where Stephen Sprouse hung out, so we are going to give the entire store a Stephen Sprouse feel. It will have a lot of reminders of Stephen Sprouse. We will be giving it a new identity.”

For instance, the company is wrapping the store in vinyl and spray painting neon graffiti all over the facade. The window display will feature a 6-foot neon light installation in Sprouse’s Rose motif. The store’s interior, enhanced with black brick wall facing, will also be sprayed with the neon graffiti.

The collection will launch in its entirety at the SoHo boutique on Thursday. The complete worldwide launch will follow on Feb. 2, though the Rose pieces will be available at Louis Vuitton stores worldwide starting Friday.

For the launch, the luxury goods company is also creating two limited edition pieces, which will only be available at the SoHo location: a Stephen Sprouse graffiti skateboard replete with a hard case monogram skateboard trunk, and a Stephen Sprouse “Roses” T-shirt. The company hopes to sell three graffiti skateboards with trunks for $8,250 each, and 70 T-shirts for $250 each. “I don’t expect them to last very long,” Lalonde said. “By Friday, there probably won’t be any more left.”

Proceeds will benefit Free Arts NYC, which provides underserved children throughout New York City with special arts programs. Vuitton is also making an undisclosed donation to the Sprouse Estate, as well as the Stephen Sprouse Memorial Scholarship Fund at the National Academy for Design here.

Sprouse became known in the Eighties for his graffiti art and fashion designs. In 2001, Vuitton artistic director Marc Jacobs collaborated with Sprouse and created an instant must-have accessories collection with the Monogram Graffiti collection. Sprouse died in 2004, and Vuitton made its first donation to the fund in 2006 when Jacobs created a scarf in Sprouse’s honor, using one of the collaboration’s leopard prints.

Vuitton will honor the late artist with three events this Thursday. The night will kick off with cocktails at the Vuitton boutique on Greene Street, with a simultaneous event at nearby Deitch Projects’ Wooster Street Gallery for the opening of the “Rock on Mars” Sprouse retrospective. Afterwards, Vuitton and Jacobs will host a bash at the Bowery Ballroom, featuring a performance by Sprouse’s friend Debbie Harry, followed by DJ Jus Ske. The venue is expected to have a Sprouse feel, with a special graffiti-and-neon decor.

“It’s something new from Vuitton to start the year off,” Lalonde said of the collection. “The product, design, and expression are uplifting and rejuvenating. That’s the feel we try to provide for the evening and for the collection.”

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Special ShoutOuts to:
Irak Graffiti Gang
Landlords Cycling Club
Happy Hollow Skate Team
F.A.Q.

What is the Dustward?
The Dustward is an intangible, intergalactic thread that connects and preserves all cultures, subcultures, secret organizations, and activities important to members of the Almighty Dustward Nation. Evidence of the Dustward is readily available in all aspects of life.

Where is the Dustward located?
Geographically the Dustward is located in an astral plane at the center-point of the pyramid formed between Downtown New York City, Germantown Philadelphia, and 24th Street in San Francisco.

How can I get to the Dustward?
Strong Meditation and Keen Focus. No Busters.

Is the Dustward Art?
No. Art compromises many aspects of the Dustward and members of the Almighty Dustward Nation produce artwork, but art is only one of many levels of the Dustward. You can sometimes find art in museums or galleries.

Is the Almighty Dustward Nation an Art Collective?
No, the Dustward is more than art and the Nation is in no way a collective-It is a NATION. Art collectives are usually found in and around colleges, perhaps you can find one there.

Is the Almighty Dustward Nation and the Dustward the same thing?
No. The Nation is only a small physical manifestation of the Dustward. The Dustward is an expansive force that existed long before the concrete manifestation of the Almighty Dustward Nation. The Nation acts to pay tribute to and propagate the Dustward.

What does the Almighty Dustward Nation do?
What we do is secret.

Is there a way I can become part of the Nation?
No, not right now.

My friend said he is in the Dustward, but I didnt see him on this list of names I saw one time on the internet, is he really in the Dustward?
Maybe. There are many people who represent the Dustward Nation but are not listed on official lists. Its also in the Nations best interest to have a chapter of clandestine membership. Many people not in the A.D.N. created the Dustward. So your friend might not be a liar. Or maybe s/he is, a liar.

My friend is in the Almighty Dustward Nation, but Im not- why?
You need to look in a mirror and ask yourself that question.

Wait what is the Almighty Dustward Nation?
A social club of like minded individuals interested in Community Involvement and Betterment of Modern Society and Culture via the usage of all forms of media, recreation, technology, craftmanship and construction.

Is the Almighty Dustward Nation a political organization?
No, the ADN does not support any political ideiology, except for our motto Do You

Are any musical acts associated with the Almighty Dustward Nation?
Bum Rush, IDT and Drugs Crew

Is there a Dustward Store?
No.

Can I buy a T-shirt for the Dustward?
No.

Can I buy a T-Shirt for the Almighty Dustward Nation?
Yes.

I see people wearing all these t-shirts for hamburger eyes, duffed out, megawords, the dustward and mudd guts, where can I get one?
Theyre out there, but you cant get them. Or can you? Check http://thewormholes.org first, second make your own. Third, contact: info@duffedout.com

Is the Almighty Dustward Nation affiliated with any organizations I should know about?
The Landlords Cycling Club, Happy Hollow Skate Team, Irak Graffiti Gang, and the Wave Terrorists Surf Crew.

Are there any Dustward Publications?
All Almighty Dustward Nation Members produce their own publications most notably Megawords, Hamburger Eyes, and Duffed Out. Almighty Nation Dustward catalogs are available to informed peoples.

I really want to see and or book a Dustward Exhibition, how do I do it?
Email: info@duffedout.com, get your check book out, grab a pen. Proceed.

Wheres that Wreck Center book and tv show?
Contact info@offbowery.com

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