JB Classics Spring 05

Jason Bass, the modern day cobbler, is at it again. Here's a sneak peak at what to expect from JB Classics in Spring 05. The Esquire (left) is here to bring judgment and includes lots of laser detail, natural gum soles and a memory foam footbed for extra comfort. The Getlo (right) is an interpretation of urban 'mashed' fashion, featuring a slew of materials (patent …

The Gap Hoodio

Burton did it 3 years ago, now The Gap takes it mainstream– clothing with integrated music. The Hoodio, powered by Wild Planet, comes with a built in FM radio, controls on the sleeve and speakers in the hood… I didn't realize kids were still listening to the radio. The innovation here is in the way the radio and speakers snap to the jacket. The snaps …

Sony Ericsson Ring Phone

Ring Phone, by 24-year old designer Tao Mais, is the winner of a recent design competition sponsored by Sony Ericsson. The competition was open to participants from universities and colleges in China– the world’s fastest growing mobile phone market. Will you see something like this one day? Yes, but not for a few more years. via core77