A Typeface for Rainbow Flag Creator Gilbert Baker

After the recent passing of artist and LGBTQ activist Gilbert Baker—who also created the all-important rainbow flag in 1978—NYC Pride and NewFest teamed up with Ogilvy & Mather and Fontself to create a typeface to honor the very special man. The typeface, called “Gilbert,” follows the flag’s design—with each character using one of its bright colors, albeit semi-transparent. The Ogilvy team says, “People can now …

TID’s Minimal Watches

The Swedish brand gives select designers the chance to create their own limited edition timepieces

TID’s minimal yet distinctive watch design is sleek on its own, but has also always been crying out for reinterpretations. Up until now, the brand has done a grand job of subtly iterating its timepiece into new material and color combinations. From this year onwards, however, the Swedish brand will give specially selected designers the chance to interpret the watch as they see fit. This …

“Free to Roam” Bandana

With 20% of profits being donated to the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre in Australia, Melbourne-based artist/designer Georgia Perry’s “Free to Roam” bandana is a great investment. The ASRC advocates for asylum seekers and offers aid and healthcare, and the message of Perry’s silk-blend bandana couldn’t be more on point. Measuring 52 by 52 centimeters and featuring a hand-rolled hem, this bandana is lightweight but makes …