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Pendleton and Nike team up on an ACG jacket designed to keep out some serious cold

For those who grew up borrowing their dad’s outerwear, the wooly warmth of this Big Jim jacket is going to feel cozily familiar. Made using dense Pendleton virgin wool, the material blocks icy chills while its “deconstructed” style means it layers well and is still lightweight enough for running around the city. Everything else about the piece—part of “Triple Black,” the latest collaboration to come from Pendleton and Nike’s outdoor division ACG—has a modern feel thanks to the ongoing partnership that combines Pendleton’s superior wool with Nike’s expertise in sportswear.

Resulting technical details add high function, like magnetic closures on pockets and waterproof zippers, that not only protects from the elements but makes for less fussing when you’re out and about. Other details like the removable hood (cut to fit perfectly), seams and shoulder patches reinforced with ripstop nylon, a storm flap on the collar, and minimal branding make this jacket a good choice for anyone who wants a classic look without sacrificing warmth.

While the jacket is designed for men, the cut is slim enough that it works for girls (with the sleeves rolled up). Get yours from
Nike for $400 or
Haven if you’re in Canada.
Zappos also has it on sale for $280 in limited sizes.

Tornano le ear-flap, ora ne ho la conferma. Non esageriamo però. Questo è l’Eco-Wise Wool Ryan Hat di Pendleton, lo trovate su Oki-Ni.
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While we really like the slimness and functionality of Apple’s iPad case, an accessory that exemplifies your personality and meets your needs can be hard to find. Below we highlight eight cases that stand out for their ingenuity both in design and style.

Timbuk2 Quickie

The nylon Quickie ($45) from Timbuk2 offers the most in utility. The bag easily fits the iPad and has two exterior pockets for business cards, cords, keys or essentials while on the go. The removable shoulder strap allows it to be carried messenger style or pull out the stow-away handles for a more formal approach.

Temple x Uncrate Leather Case

The black on black leather and canvas case by Temple for Uncrate ($160) goes from bag to stand, displaying the iPad both vertically and horizontally at a 45-degree angle. Meant for travel and adventure, the well-crafted resilient bag brings “art to life.”

Kenton Sorenson x Context

A sophisticated leather portfolio, the forthcoming Kenton x Context case ($TBD) is handmade in Wisconsin using vegetable tanned leather that will age beautifully over time.

Acme Made Skinny Sleeve

Water and stain resistant, the neoprene Skinny Sleeve ($30) from Acme Made envelops the iPad resulting in minimal bulk and maximum protection. Available in black or white.

Case-Mate Traveler

Comprised of durable felt and leather, The Traveler ($50) is an elegant folio-style case that features storage pockets for business cards or pens while securing the iPad with a magnetic flap.

Dodo Case

Handmade from high-quality bamboo, the Moleskine-style Dodo case ($50) is a sturdy case and stand that props the iPad at a 60-degree angle for easy viewing and use. The Dodo weighs less than one pound, offers full access to all of the ports and headset jacks and keeps it secure with its fitted foam corners.

Belkin Envelope

Fully enclosing the iPad, the charming Envelope ($50) from Belkin (above left) keeps it sure with a button and string closure and microfiber inner lining.

Paul Smith Wool Wrapper

A colorful sleeve, the Paul Smith cashmere pinstripe wrapper (£25) protects the iPad with foam padding and elastic corner ties, eliminating bulk and adding to the iPad’s already-classy composition.

Coming soon…

Stay tuned for an unveiling of our exciting collaboration with Speck as part of our CH iPad app promotion.

Photographer Ross Evertson‘s 2007 trip to The Great Western Alpaca Show highlights the strangely fuzzy annual springtime exhibition, recently featured by Good Magazine. From shearing contests to best in show, the livestock-friendly fair finds a little something for every Alpaca lover.

Featuring their famous long hair, the Alpaca photo shoot takes a behind-the-scenes look at the largest Alpaca show west of the Mississippi. and continues to expand as Alpaca fleece becomes more popular. Known for its durability and environmental sustainability, clothing labels such as Rogan use Alpaca wool to create ultra-warm and eco-friendly attire.

Check out the full slide show, complete with Alpaca portraits, at Good Magazine.

by Richard Prime

Causing a stir of excitement at the recent Stockholm Design Week, Icelandic design group Vík Prjónsdóttir showed its latest collection of wool blankets inspired by a mixture of myths, folklore and the lure of nature.

The collective, widely known for their Beardcap, dates back to 2005 and includes the founding designers Brynhildur Pálsdóttir, Egill Kalevi Karlsson, Guðfinna Mjöll Magnúsdóttir, Hrafnkell Birgisson, Þuríður Rós Sigurþórsdóttir and the knitting factory Víkurprjón. With a philosophy honoring their pedigree, Vík Prjónsdóttir sources ideas and materials from its surroundings, so that each product can be traced back to its Icelandic roots.

For its newest blanket project, the collective threw out all preconceptions of form and function to create a selection of conceptual designs, each challenging usability with a bold graphic identity and captivating set of colorways. Offerings range from a Michael Jackson homage (a black-and-white throw covered in handprints and leaves) to a blanket meant to create space for communing with the hidden world.

Having collaborated in the past with Henrik Vibskov for his A/W 2008 collection, Vík Prjónsdóttir seems to be coming into their own—potentially joining the likes of Maarten Baas or Jaime Hayón as a studio known for creating wild flights of fantasy in the interior design market. Prices start upwards of $200, check their
list of stockists for availability.