Brooklyn Spectacles

Faux wood etched eyewear offering the durability of acetate with a natural look

In recent years a wave of wooden eyewear has swept through the fashion world, introducing brands like Herrlicht and Drift, as well as the more accessible Shwood. Novel? Yes. But durable? Not necessarily. Addressing that important part of the equation is Brooklyn Spectacles, makers of faux wood acetate frames. Launched in 2012, the NYC-based brand’s introductory collection dons a unique wood grain-like finish for the …

Ace Hotel + Alpha Industries

A waterproof fishtail parka to brave all elements

After ending 2012 on a high note with their Crescent Down Works puffy coat collab, the Ace Hotel starts the new year with another partnership, this time with heritage military garment maker Alpha Industries. The minimalist styling of the Fishtail Parka, a classic jacket based on the US Army M-65 parka, gives this iteration an approachable look and an air of credibility. Made of washed, …

The Made Collection

Designer David Okum introduces a line of mid-century-inspired wood home accessories

Driven to design a set of items that together form something greater than their individual parts, LA-based designer David Okum introduces The Made Collection. Now on Kickstarter, the handmade home and office accessories blend beautiful, mid-century modern-inspired aesthetics with contemporary crafting techniques. Aside from the solid aluminum trivet, the collection comprises hard white maple and American walnut to create a unified look and feel. The …