This Old Thing Pleated Ties

Adding a bit of irreverence to the necktie, these ties by This Old Thing look like something Edward Scissorhands might wear. We found the goth accessory at the new Brooklyn boutique Alter, which was founded by the same fashion duo behind This Old Thing. Made from vintage ties, the asymmetrical staggered look comes from little more than a series of simple sewn pleats but the …

Nike Air Force 1 Pop-Update

We knew back in December that Nike was planning pop-up stores in London as part of the Air Force 1 25th anniversary. Following the installation at Dover Street Market, word has just reached us that London hip-hop outlet Deal Real will have its own pop-up inside London's Niketown. Reflecting the relationship between hip-hop and AF1s, the store will host a series of block party-type celebrations …

Hummel 8.4 PIO FGX

Years in development, Hummel Footwear recently received their new limited edition (2000 worldwide) 8.4 PIO FGX from the production warehouses. Creativity and technology infuses the new product, a culmination of the Danish athletic wear maker's recent re-branding efforts. Packaging design, sockliner technology (using heat to mold to feet), laser-etched goat skin uppers and an outsole designed with a combination of stud shapes—suitable for any pitch …