AnOther Magazine Spring/Summer 2008: The Insiders

We were fortunate enough to get a sneak preview of the latest edition of Channeling the current neo-Edwardian vibe and elevating it to new heights of theatricality and whimsy, Justin Smith's hats continue in fellow Brit Philip Treacy's well-trodden footsteps. The spectacular hats in his graduation show—"feathered headresses that turned into burlesque fans, stiff hand-painted 'tattooed' pigskin berets" and more—were only rivalled by the "gothic …

1986 Seiko Speedmaster by Giorgetto Giugiaro

If you've ever asked yourself, "What was that amazing watch Lieutenant Ripley wore in the 1986 movie 'Aliens?'" I have the answer for you. It was a For those of you who don't know, Giorgio Giugiaro was one of the most important car designers of the 20th century. Credited with the "folded paper" car designs of the 1970s and '80s, he was responsible for such …

John Smedley x Better Thinking: Luxury Redefined

Two years in the making and finally available this coming spring, John Smedley , the U.K. designer who's renowned for sourcing the finest garments with an eco and socially conscious approach, worked with Better Thinking Ltd. to make the perfect tee. In the process they reassessed their definition of luxurious garments and came up with the Luxury Redefined t-shirt. The fact is, you'll be hard …