New research done by scientists at the University of Aberdeen and the University of California, Berkeley reveals that human vision is up to 15 seconds behind real time, and we function on a “previously unknown visual illusion.” Essentially this delay could be the reason our vision doesn’t make us dizzy or nauseated. “Instead of analyzing every single visual snapshot, we perceive in a given moment …
$75
Made from soft acrylic, Verloop’s ribbed balaclava is a contemporary, colorful take on a classic winter accessory. The featured colors range from fuchsia paired with green to purple with orange, pale blue with mustard and many more. Playful and cheerful, these knitted pieces include an adjustable face opening, providing the option to wear it as full head coverage or as a neck-warmer.
Agriculture makes up a quarter of our annual greenhouse gas emissions with meat production being responsible for the most in the industry. As the climate crisis worsens, populations rise and resources dwindle, researchers have been urgently searching for alternative, more sustainable proteins. Enter Air Protein, a California-based startup on a mission to transform carbon dioxide into meat. Founded in 2019 by former physicist Lisa Dyson …
For centuries, scholars believed that there was no inherent visual correlation between certain signifiers (letters and words) and the signified (what they conveyed). For example, this belief—helmed by Swiss linguist and philosopher Ferdinand de Saussure—suggests that there is no reason why the word tree corresponds to an actual tree, because there’s nothing particularly tree-like about the word tree. New research, however, is making scholars believe …
Yvette Mayorga’s most recent work, “Surveillance Locket,” is a cake version of the Polly Pocket mansion that the artist dreamed of owning in her youth. Made with multiple layers of pink acrylic paint, pushed through piping bags, the faux confection melds the domestic interiors of the artist’s childhood with imaginary spaces. At first glance, the cake appears joyful and luxurious with its gold banisters and …
An exoplanet (an Earth-like body that orbits a star that isn’t our Sun) has been discovered orbiting Proxima Centauri—the nearest star to our solar system. Found using the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (ESO’s VLT) which is located in Chile, the exoplanet—called Proxima d—could be significant, as it orbits Proxima Centauri’s habitable zone, where “it’s not too warm nor too cold for liquid water …
For all the technical specs today’s sneakers offer, from lacing to weight and grip, nothing beats comfort. Plenty of brands offer thick, springy soles, but if you’re serious about maximizing your footwear’s real-world fitness performance, you’ll need a shoe that’s responsive too. Swiss brand On takes a fresh approach with their latest launch, Cloudstratus, super-cushioned sneakers that combine tech-forward materials and thoughtful design. The result …
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For her eponymous jewelry brand, designer Aeri Go finds inspiration in the Korean virtue of inner peace connecting with harmony in the physical world (a concept traced to Confucianism). Soft curves and minimalist design reflect this equilibrium, as well as a resonance with nature. For the Smiley Flower Necklace, Go crafted a bulbous floral (sculpted with wax and then cast in sterling silver) to craft …
$795
Designed by Ethan Cook for HAY, the Flat Works Rug is drawn from the Brooklyn-based artist’s vibrant, woven wall art, which often features irregular blocks of color. Available as a rug (in two sizes) or a runner, there are various color combinations and patterns to choose from, but all strike a balance between bold and subdued, creating a happy medium that will suit many different …
$130
Warsaw, Poland-based design studio Siup crafts fun, experimental lamps, vases and figurines. The Minty Bubble Lamp—with its calm pastel and unconventional, bulbous form—perfectly embodies whimsy. Handmade and one of a kind, this ceramic lamp (compatible with a 30W tungsten bulb) is replete with an on/off switch and pale pink cord. Price is in Euros.
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Philadelphia-based American Trench’s crew-length, medium-weight socks recall the American letterman era of the ’50s. Complete with a cushioned footbed, pleats and retro stripes, these natural, unbleached cotton socks are both durable and stylish. For their spring/summer 2022 collection, American Trench expanded the range of colors the socks come in, now featuring vintage blue and red (Tile/Rust), dark green and mustard yellow (Forrest/Amber) and Orange and …
Five years since her last album, singer-songwriter Foxes (aka Louisa Rose Allen) released her third LP, The Kick, last week and from it comes “Growing on Me,” a synth-drenched, upbeat bop. The song, the artist says, is “about becoming more connected and comfortable with yourself—a journey of discovering yourself and embracing both the dark and the light.”
The title track from the forthcoming sixth studio album by Brooklyn indie rockers Widowspeak, “The Jacket” debuts with a pensive, metaphoric music video. In a statement, the band explains “‘The Jacket’ is about things we choose, dress up in and adopt as symbols of who we are. Things that become objects loaded with meaning until we eventually lose or discard them, grow out of them.” As …
“We wanted to bring a burst of colorful optimism to the dial for the wearer and anyone who might glimpse it,” says Josh Rubin, co-founder and executive creative director of COOL HUNTING, regarding our new collaborative wristwatch. Working with Isotope founder José Miranda, Rubin customized the independent watch brand’s groundbreaking GMT 0º design, layering buoyant colors and complementary accents. A bright, bold piece was born—underscored by …
London-based artist Khazali’s track “Dance On The Rain” is made for late-night listening—thanks to effortlessly silky vocals, a funky bass line and an overall hazy vibe. The song will appear on his just-announced EP, The Rush. He tells The Line Of Best Fit, “‘Dance On The Rain’ is a song I wrote about someone catching onto the fact that the person they love isn’t being truthful …
Two hundred pairs of Nike Air Force 1s designed by Virgil Abloh for Louis Vuitton’s spring/summer 2022 collection recently sold for a combined $23.5 million at a Sotheby’s auction. The proceeds go to Abloh’s Post-Modern Scholarship fund, which fosters equity and inclusion in the fashion industry by supporting the next generation of Black designers. The sale is the most valuable charitable sale at Sotheby’s in …
From LA-based trio Moonchild’s new album Starfruit, “I’ll Be Here” is a bubbly but languid love song, carried by Amber Navran’s jazzy vocals. Navran (who is also a musician, producer and songwriter) along with Max Bryk and Andris Mattson (who both play various instruments and contribute to programming and production) weave together elements of soul, R&B, jazz and more for the mellow track.
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Timex’s iconic Q Timex collection, the beloved watch brand has brought back a distinct archival design in the Q Timex 1972 Reissue. From the 43mm polished gold-tone stainless steel case (in a rounded tonneau shape) to its rich red face and period-specific domed acrylic crystal, bold design decisions successfully align for this quartz wristwatch.
