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TOM HARDY - the one to watch in 2012

2012-02-03T11:00:00.000+08:00

We had featured some of the upcoming actors and actress that we love to see more in 2011. From Tilda Swindon to Joseph Gordon Levitt..

For the start of 2012, we would like to highlight an actor that has the potential to make 2012 his year.

Here's - Tom Hardy.

Edward Thomas "Tom" Hardy (born 15 September 1977) is an English actor. He is known for his roles in Bronson, Inception, Star Trek Nemesis, Warrior, RocknRolla and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.

Tom appeared as gay hoodlum "Handsome Bob" in the 'Guy Ritchie' film, RocknRolla, In the film Bronson (2008), Hardy played the notorious "Charles Bronson" (given name, Michael Peterson), the "most violent prisoner in Britain". Bald, bulked-up, and outfitted with Bronson's signature strong-man moustache, Hardy is unrecognizable and gives a harrowing performance that is physically fearless and psychologically unsettling. Director Nicolas Winding Refn breaks down the fourth wall with Hardy retelling his tales directly to viewers as well as performing them outright before an audience of his own imagining. The performance mixes terrifying brutality, vaudevillian showmanship, wry humor, and an alarming amount of commitment, and won Hardy a British Independent Film Award for best actor.

He will portray the primary villain Bane in the upcoming film The Dark Knight Rises. The 34-year-old was hand-picked by director Christopher Nolan to play the comic book villain, known for his shaved head and headwear which looks like a gas mask. Tom said: “Bane’s mask is tight, actually. I got used to it, but you get used to anything really, in time.” The actor has described the character as “brutal” and “heavy-handed”, but said that he had no problem separating himself from the role.
“I didn’t get into a dark place at all. A lot of dark characters are easy to have distance from, it’s something I feel comfortable with, I suppose.”

We are excited and cant wait to see more of Tom Hardy flexing his acting skills in 2012.

Nooka X Hello Kitty in Fahrenheit, Malaysia

2012-01-31T10:48:00.000+08:00

To all Nooka fans in Malaysia. Rejoice!

Get ready to witness the full Nooka collections including the Nooka x Hello Kitty in Malaysia's FAHRENHEIT88 mall from 8-14 Feb 2012.

There will be live artists demo on the nookanooka toy and watch out for the surprise celebritites visit on the 10th Feb after 11am!

Enter the Year of the D R A G O N

2012-01-20T10:47:00.000+08:00

Wishing everyone a prosperous, healthy and happy Chinese New Year!!!

The gloomy market is not gonna keep us down! Its going to be a great year full of new projects!!!

Stay Tune here to find out what you will know before eveyone else.

Gong Xi Fa Cai !!!

Frency and Mercury eyewear

2011-12-28T10:40:00.001+08:00

FRENCY & MERCURY
In Paris Frency & Mercury exposes Japanese craftsmanship
Designer Eque M., creative soul of the innovative eyewear brand Frency & Mercury, proposes an artistic creation handcrafted in Japan, which will be sold at an auction by the prestigious eyewear magazine LYF

All eyes on art and craftsmanship from Frency & Mercury during the Silmo in Paris. The evening of the 29th September, inaugurating day of the international eyewear exhibition, the prestigious eyewear magazine LYF exhibited unique creations inspired by art. There was an auction, lasting all the days of the exhibition and the revenue will be donated to support Sightsaver’s association in the fight against trachoma in third world countries.

In the course of this event Eque M., revealed his piece of art, a unique pair of sunglasses developed by himself and created by a master Japanese craftsman, Iba Teiichi, one of the few to still continue the traditional craft called Nomen.

“It was a huge challenge - explains Eque M – in reality the real challenge was that a Nomen until today had never collaborated with a modern artist; for my piece I was inspired by the Geisha; and it was sculpted out of a unique piece of Japanese hinoki wood by the expert hands of Teiichi and painted with real hair tint and shell powder for the colour of the skin”. The talent of Eque M.; opens up to express an important characteristic of the land of the rising sun.

Frency & Mercury, the eyewear brand Made in Japan, continues its endless research and creativity, playing with innovative materials coupled with cutting edge technology and experimental designs. Factors, which make Frency & Mercury, a real jewel in the international landscape of trendsetting brands in eyewear.

Here are some of the new Frency and Mercury collections. Available only in selectively good fashion boutiques and good optical concept stores.

ISSEY MIYAKE eyewear

2011-12-20T15:01:00.001+08:00

Watch this space.

FullSpot Watches - Spot on!!!

2011-11-15T15:40:00.000+08:00

Fullspot company was born from different experiences coming together and it is animated by its founders. Through a synergic interaction of their skills, this new brand comes alive and launches O clock, the first of a series of products thought and manufactured in Italy and that are destined to become cult-objects thanks to their practical utility and aesthetic value.

Countertrends, Fullspot promotes “Made in Italy” and not just “Designed in Italy” products and projects, thanks to the appropriate mix of customization, attention to detail proper of Italian production and our designers’ ability.

Fullspot addresses young and dynamic people, who make use of simple objects to stand out and complete their own look.

The attention to the future is demonstrated also by a constant search for materials and eco-sustainable projects, so that future generations can have the use of the same resources we inherited from previous generation.

Click here for retailers listing

Karen Walker eyewear - Brand New Critters

2011-11-11T15:09:00.001+08:00

Nooka x Hello Kitty

2011-11-08T11:57:00.000+08:00

Sanrio, the global lifestyle brand, and fashion design brand, Nooka Inc. have banded together to create a special Hello Kitty timepiece on Hello Kitty’s birthday.

The limited edition watch features Nooka’s patented Zirc display with a silk screen printed Hello Kitty graphic on a white polyurethane band.

Available now at all good authorize NOOKA stockist in Asia.

Karen Walker Eyewear Sightings

2011-10-18T10:18:00.000+08:00

Remembering Steve Jobs

2011-10-06T15:55:00.000+08:00

The 3 apple that changed the world :

- Adam's Apple
- Newton's Apple
and
- Steve Job's Apple

RIP to the man who brought so much to the world. You will be remembered.

Bsided x How to Make It In Amercia

2011-10-04T11:58:00.000+08:00

BSIDED is one of the proud to be the sponsor for the popular series of How to Make It In America.

How To Make It In America Music Video: Luis Guzman By Duck Sauce. Watch out for Terry Richardson, Pharrell Williams, Mark Walberg, Justin Bieber among others. See who can you spot and of course...LUIS GUZMAN. Awesome Video!!!

About How to Make It In America :

Created by Ian Edelman.
How to Make It in America follows two enterprising twenty-somethings hustling their way through New York City's fashion scene, determined to achieve their version of the American Dream. Trying to make a name for themselves in the city's competitive fashion scene, Ben Epstein and his friend and business partner Cam Calderon use their street knowledge and connections to make their way up. With the help of their well-connected friend Domingo and Cam's cousin Rene, who has ambitions of his own—a new energy drink called Rasta-Monsta—the burgeoning entrepreneurs set out to make it big!

How to Make It in America is an American comedy-drama that premiered on HBO on February 14, 2010. The series follows the lives of Ben Epstein (Bryan Greenberg) and his friend Cam Calderon (Victor Rasuk) as they try to succeed in New York City's fashion scene. HBO has renewed How to Make It in America for a second season, which premiered October 3rd 2011 on HBO .

^{About BSIDED Footwear}
These robe soled sandals by BSIDED has the look of classic espadrilles but with a much more in your face quirky and funky kind of design and hand sewn by seamstresses. I would describe them as an ultra simple summer shoe because they are made of canvas upper with the signature braided rope sole.
The sole is made of rubber to help stiffen and protect the bottom of the shoes while keeping the maximum of lightness and comfort. It’s a unisex footwear and can be worn on either sides. Handmade in France and Spain.

Ksubi eyeywear 2nd Summer

2011-09-29T16:01:00.004+08:00

Ksubi recently launch their 2nd summer collections. Here is an interview with George Gorrow that was featured in MILK Magazine (Hong Kong)

More details on the collections soon.

Karen Walker eyewear - 2nd Summer

2011-09-22T14:21:00.001+08:00

Karen Walker eyewear was presented at the recent New York Fashion week. Here are some of the interesting styles for you to ogle on :

Do check with your authorized Karen Walker eyewear retailers in Asia for drop dates.
(Don't get spotted wearing fakes. Buy only from authorized retailers. Wear Original.)

Contact us for retailers listing.

Chouette x Hello Kitty - 2nd Generation

2011-09-13T11:33:00.000+08:00

After a great success of the first collaboration between Chouette x Hello Kitty.
Heres a preview on the 2nd generation of the collaboration.

Each piece comes with 266pcs of Swaroski crystals with Calf leather Croco pattern. Available in limited quantities and only in selectively good fashion stores.

Start hunting, Kitty lovers.

Karen Walker eyewear - Spotted!

2011-09-06T11:36:00.001+08:00

From Demi Lovato to Dianna Agron to Rihana to Rose Bryne...

Karen Walker eyewear - Press Features

2011-09-06T11:15:00.000+08:00

NOOKA ZUB 40 ZOO

2011-07-25T12:51:00.001+08:00

Fashion design brand, Nooka Inc. has reinvented the zub zoo by taking customization to a new level with the introduction of the zub 40.

Available in four colorways: black, red, white and charcoal/green, the Nooka zub 40 features interchangeable bands, giving everyone the freedom to mix and match with other zub 40s for that one of a kind look.

Mix and Match possibilities are endless.

Available now in all NOOKA authorized retailers.

NOOKA 360

2011-07-08T10:47:00.000+08:00

Turning your wrist will not be necessary.

Fashion Design brand, Nooka is thrilled to release the Nooka 360. Telling time for others has never been simpler. The Nooka 360 features an analog display with a subtle geometric pattern as well as a unique watch case that rotates clockwise 360 degrees. Whether driving with hands at 10 and 2 or showing someone the time, turning your wrist will not be necessary.The Nooka 360 is offered in 2 colorway casings, black and mirror, both with a black leather 21mm band.

So now when someone asks, “You have the time?” You can reply, “Talk to the wrist!” This is a timepiece to be truly shared with the world.

Nooka is available at all good authorize retailers in Asia.

Frency and Mercury x Michael Jackson - Story Teller

2011-07-05T10:53:00.000+08:00

Frency & Mercury will release a limited collaboration sunglass with “KING OF POP” Michael Jackson in 2011. This Special Collaboration Model named “Story Teller “which will be sold only in limited stores across Asia.

Designer Eque.M designed "Story Teller" with his respect to Michael Jackson. Eque.M has been one of his fans since his Short Film "Thriller".

Eque on the collaboration:
"This sensual teardrop shade of sunglass framework can make your face three-dimensional. You can enjoy the real attraction of teardrop and feel like identical mode with the bar. This is the universal eyewear for both casual and formal. Michael Jackson had used many sunglasses, especially with the black lens which hide his eyes completely. It makes fans to be fascinated!"

Michael Jackson has been fascinating and entertaining us with his great dance moves and music all his life. Please enjoy “Story Teller” in the MJ’s unique fantastic world with designer Eque’s message :

“Glad to have lived in this same time with you, LOVE&PEACE”.

Ksubi eyewear - ad astra per aspera

2011-06-13T17:52:00.000+08:00

Fans of Ksubi rejoice as their new eyewear collections prevails...

Their new collections entittled : ad astra per aspera (which means To the stars through difficulties in Latin.) will be made available soon in all good fashion and optical boutiques.

Watch this space as we will unveil more from the latest collections soon!

BSIDED - French Espadrilles

2011-05-30T10:34:00.000+08:00

Take a look at how Bsided can look on your precious feet.

These robe soled sandals by BSIDED has the look of classic French espadrilles but with a much more in your face quirky and funky kind of design. They’re actually made in Basque, France - hand sewn by seamstresses.

BSIDED conveys an artistic concept that leaves the eyes an unforgettable scene.

Construction

An ultra simple yet comfortable shoe because they are made of canvas upper with the signature braided rope sole. The Mid Sole has a raw Twine covering which is the same material used for the insole. The bottom sole is made of rubber to help stiffen and protect the shoes while keeping the maximum of lightness and comfort. A unisex footwear .

BSIDED artificial sneakers can be worn on either feet coz there is no right or wrong or rather left or right! Slip it on comfortably, wear it with mixed designs and you are ready to let your feet enjoy and have fun with BSIDED artificial sneakers!

Now you can enjoy these french espadrilles in good retailers around Asia.

Nooka Glowessent

2011-05-18T15:38:00.000+08:00

You know its a compliment when people say that you look radiant! In other words, you G L O W.
This summer, Nooka adds more glow to an already radiant you.

Nooka is pleased to announce a new chapter in their crossbreeding experimentation. The company has reinvigorated their zub, mercury and asset organizer lines by adding a glow-in-the-dark edition to each collection.

Building upon the success of their initial glow-in-the-dark offerings, Nooka has now incorporated their popular Zub ZIRC 20mm model into the collection.

The Nooka Mercury eyewear will feature blue lens with mirror finish.

The AO comes equipped with storage compartments to fit your cash and credit cards, and a removable insert compartment separates the cards you use most.

Nooka products are sure to glow with you even at the dullest affairs.

Available now at all authorized Nooka retailers in Asia.

Karen Walker eyewear

2011-04-28T12:15:00.000+08:00

Karen Walker has always combined functionality with style.

Exposure to U.V light can result in eyesight damage.

Karen Walker eyewear has always proudly provided maximum U.V protection across all styles and continue to do so this season.

The new Karen Walker collections is now available at selectively good optical boutiques and fashion stores only.

Contact us for retailer listings.

Nooka x Spongebob x Dalek

2011-04-07T16:05:00.000+08:00

Nooka has banded together with Nickelodeon to create the second series of SpongeBob inspired timepieces. James Marshall, American artist better known as Dalek, collaborated with Nooka and SpongeBob to design the graphics for these limited edition watches.

The collection will include two Zub Zot 38mm watches with graphics and colors inspired by Spongebob and Patrick Star.

Dalek made his mark in the art world with his iconic Space Monkey character, which looks like a catatonic, twisted mouse. “The Space Monkey is my concept of a human being,” he says. “It’s a tool for relaying and exploring ideas.” Rendered in a minimalist, flat style, Dalek used the Space Monkey like an alter ego, a visual manifestation of his feelings as well as his love for the absurdity of human interactions. Dalek received his BFA from the Art Institute of Chicago and was an apprentice for famed Japanese artist, Takashi Murakami.

Available now at all authorized Nooka stockist in Asia now.

FRENCY and MERCURY eyewear

2011-03-30T10:52:00.001+08:00

Frency and Mercury, a rising and popular eyewear brand that uses only the best acetate and titanium material for the frames with multi-coated lens. Handmade to perfection from Japan. It fits so nice and comfortably that you won't even notice that you are wearing it.

Asian Celebrities spotted wearing Frency and Mercury :

Lovely collections for both men and women. Here are some of the pictures from the latest collections :

Visit your nearest optical boutique or your favorite fashion stores for the complete Frency and Mercury collection.

Frency and Mercury is available only in the finest eyewear boutique and fashion stores.

Retailer listing in your area, please contact us.

Nooka x Karim Rashid "Yogurt " series

2011-03-24T17:15:00.001+08:00

“Fashion brand, Nooka Inc. and innovative designer Karim Rashid have begun a collaborative relationship to create a timepiece based on the synergies of “democratic design” and “universal language” - “Yogurt”

Nooka’s first circular design, will utilize soft and flexible polyurethane, making it similar to the Nooka ZUB line of watches. The display incorporates digital hexagons that comprise the hour in the middle while the minutes circle the outer display of the watch.

This watch will feature sleep mode, a 12 and 24 hour display mode and will be available in 6 different “flavors”: blackberry, raspberry, blueberry, lime, plain (white), and non-fat (clear).

Karim Rashid is one of the most prolific designers of his generation. Over 3000 designs in production, over 300 awards and working in over 35 countries attest to Karim’s legend of design. Karim’s work is featured in 20 permanent collections and he exhibits art in galleries worldwide. Karim is a perennial winner of the Red Dot award, Chicago Athenaeum Good Design award, I.D. Magazine Annual Design Review, IDSA Industrial Design Excellence award.”

Now available at all NOOKA authorized retailers.

Rick Genest - Zombie Boy

2011-03-21T20:59:00.000+08:00

Rick Genest famously known as Zombie Boy, or Rico, was first famous for being one of few people living in Montréal, Canada who had their entire body tattooed. He was also famous for being a star attraction on freak show circus on the outskirts of Montréal. The circus was more of a play that showcased the seven deadly sins, he played the mortal sin of sloth. Genest spend more than four years inking his body, spending over $7,000 on tattoos that were mostly designed by Montreal tattoo artist Frank Lewis.

If you find him familiar, its because you were one of the 20million who viewed Lady Gaga's - Born This Way music video in scenes where Lady Gaga wore makeup to replicate Genest's tattoos. In the video, Lady Gaga gave birth to Rick as he represented evil in the world. Later on Gaga was shown caressing Rick.

Ever since Lady Gaga’s stylist/newly appointed creative director of Thierry Mugler, Nicola Formichetti, plucked him out of relative obscurity and cast him in Gaga’s “Born This Way” video, the once homeless Genest has risen to stardom faster than you can say “homeless tattooed man rises to stardom.”

Find out more on Rick Genest here

Chouette x Hello Kitty

2011-03-08T18:27:00.000+08:00

CHOUETTE ♥ HELLO KITTY
Chic meets Cute with the launch of the Chouette ♥ Hello Kitty Collection

The collection centres around key Hello Kitty colours that convey the essence of her character: red for friendship, pink for cute, yellow for heartfelt and lavender for sweet. The 3 collections graced with Hello Kittys sweet, youthful visage are bundled with CHOUETTE ♥ HELLO KITTY boxes.

-Rose Gold plated, stainless steel rim
-Scrolling message "Especially for you"

- Stingray strap

-50mm x 49.5mm transparent ceramic plastic case

- Swaroski Elements
- LED light display
- Calf Leather croco leather strap
- 50mm x 49.5mm transparent ceramic plastic case

- Swaroski Elements Bezel
- Black Carbon Fibre with Hello Kitty Pattern
- 3hands movement
- Black Ceramic plastic bracelet
- 44mm black ceramic plastic case.

Available now only in selectively good retailers.

Waiting For The Sun eyewear

2011-03-03T11:31:00.001+08:00

Waiting For The Sun offers a range of glasses combining lightness, comfort, quality and aesthetic appeal. Fashioned from natural wood - a renewable substance - to reduce the ecological footprint. Tested and selected with care, all materials used are submitted to strict quality checking. Structured by the natural veins of the wood and handcrafted, each Waiting For The Sun pair of glasses is unique.

Waiting For The Sun has created one-of a kind packaging with the objective to reduce waste while distributing modern, original artistic creations.

The 2041 program is a partnership allowing artists and designers, in a renewable way to invest in the brand by proposing a 2041 cm2 scarf to protect your glasses during transport and storage at the shop.

Waiting For The Sun is now available at selectively good optical stores and fashion boutiques only.

KAREN WALKER eyewear S/S2011

2011-02-21T11:31:00.001+08:00

KAREN WALKER eyewear has always combined functionality with style, by featuring original, dramatic new shapes and colour applications whilst providing the wearer with the maximum function and U.V protection.

KAREN WALKER SS2011 is now available only in selectively good optical stores and fashion boutiques.

GONG XI FA CHAI

2011-02-02T12:13:00.000+08:00

Best wishes from Jessica Rabbit and everyone at M-LAB

"Wishing everyone a Prosperous 2011 and Happy Rabbit Chinese New Year!!!"

BSIDED of FRANCE

2010-12-29T10:31:00.003+08:00

BSIDED

Made FRANCE

These robe soled sandals by BSIDED has the look of classic French espadrilles but with a much more in your face quirky and funky kind of design. They’re actually made in Basque, France - hand sewn by seamstresses. The construction of the shoe is so unique that it stands out from the other brands that exist in the market today.

BSIDED conveys an artistic concept that leaves the eyes an unforgettable scene.

Construction

Available at Tangs Orchard Playlab and selectively good retail stores only.

what the...FLUD!

2010-12-27T12:46:00.000+08:00

FLUD WATCHES

FLüD was established in 2007 by a few good men who loved fashion and good business. In an effort to bring the watch back to its rightful place as one of the ultimate accessories, the concept for FLüD was born. Our goal is to create unique, fresh watches for the casual and streetwear scene without the pretentiousness or price tag. Fresh style, nice price, its a simple formula. We could get more wordy, but its not what FLüD is about - its all about the watches.

FLUD watches are now available at PARCO MILLENIA WALK, P1-14A Singapore

ho ho holiday!!!

2010-12-23T20:07:00.000+08:00

Festival Glow

2010-12-02T15:42:00.000+08:00

Let it glow...let it glow...let it glow...

We are GLOWING this festive period. Think Gold!, Neon, Flouro, glow, bright cherry colors this festive period when you are decked out in your party gears ready to rock the year down.

Flavor of the month : Nooka ZUB ZENH - The whole watch that actually glows in the Dark!

Remember to check with your favorite retailer on the NOOKA PASTEL festive bundle gift promo..If they dont have it, they are not your favorite retailer...time for a switch.

Karen Walker sunnies - Even the Pharaohs are celebrating!

Chinese Celebrity - Huang Xiaoming already seen wearing a FRENCY & MERCURY Gold Carnival.

Contact us for retailer listings.

NOOKA - Holiday releases

2010-11-23T13:16:00.000+08:00

Nooka new holiday releases comes with the new silicon packaging. Whats so special about the packaging? Get this - You can microwave snacks in it while admiring your new watch! Do remember to take out the C-Rings and the stickers first.

NOO Holiday Colors!!!
Followign the success of the two tone colours, the new holiday collection features new colours, inspired by terrestrial minerals.
The ZUB line of timepieces are single-unit construction made of polyurethene rubber and includes a mineral crystal lens for a clearer and scratch resistant display.

New Model : ZAYU
Taken form the Japanese word - SAYU (meaning left and right), the ZAYU is an asymmetrical timepiece with many innovative features :
- A one piece polyurethane body and strap,
- A new design with hour "capsule time" graphics
- An ergonomic asymmetrical design that utilize weight transfer to make the watch feel incredibly light when
worn, a curved case back for an even more comfortable fit.
- A "sleepmode" to conserve battery when not in use.
- A truly ambidextrous design that wears well on both left and right wrists. Added ability to to flip the graphic
to mirror the display if you want to swap between your left and right arms!
- Asymmetric watches are designed to be worn with the strap side forward, allowing you to read time over
the sleeve of your shirt.

Nooka watches are now available at selectively good retailers.
Contact us for the nearest retailer listing .

KLING - Follow your own Star

2010-11-19T13:47:00.004+08:00

About

Eclectic references pop up displaying characters with very defined personalities :Geeky, sexy, indie, posh..Any special girl in one collection.

Abit of nineteen's Grunge with stripy sweaters and oversize cardigans for the day life. Great outerwear with three quarter jacket-coats ... For the evening, cute but sexy dressing. Everything stuffed with lovely accessories : Charleston hats, striped tights, Scottish socks and a mad mix shoes collection for the definitive look.

All, the reason to like KLING more and more each season.

Current campaign
Rose's Antique and beautiful house at the English countryside was the magical location for the Kling Winter Campaign. The old stonewalls, the horses, and the handmade furniture's created the fairytale perfect atmosphere.
This Winter you will find a refreshing girly collection long on dresses and skirts with an accentuated Nordic feel.

KLING preview collection is now available at :
ISETAN , Orchard Wisma level 1. (for a limited period only.)

KSUBI - Eye Eye!

2010-10-16T14:11:00.000+08:00

ksubi Eyewear.

In 2004, ksubi launched its first sunglass range. Since then, eyewear has become a
main feature of the brand receiving extensive press coverage and acclaim for innovative
design.

The current eyewear range is produced using original frame hand shaping techniques
as well as the highest quality components, lenses and acetates.
New developments will include a selection of frames that can house sunglass or
optical lenses as well as the development of unique acetate patterns.

ksubi has exclusively designed specialty concept frames for Beyonce & Kylie Minogue
for their film clips and have an avid following from celebrities such as Kate
Moss, Gwen Stefani, Liv Tyler, Chloe Sevigny, Jude Law, Editor in Chief at French
Vogue Carine Roitfeld & Scarlet Johansen amongst others.

Ksubi eye-wears are currently available in selectively good optical boutiques and fashion stores only.

Contact us

for listing.

Frency and Mercury eyewear

2010-10-01T10:47:00.001+08:00

soon. in this part of the world.
Only made available in selective optical boutiques and good fashion concept stores.

David Flores Collective - Isetan

2010-09-28T11:08:00.001+08:00

The Force is strong with this one.
David Flores Collective apparels popping up at Isetan Scotts for a limited period. Showcasing the Star Wars inspired in David's signature stained art glass style.

Check out the newly launch basic, denim, gingham shirts and crop chino pants.

Get ready for the next "ICON" collections.

May the force be with you.

Who is David Flores?

David Flores is well known within the urban arts community for his self-proclaimed “stained glass” style, and he is one of the most prolific break out artists in 2008.

A prominent figure in the skateboarding world, David has been involved with and shaped the image of so many brands it can be hard to keep track of. Find a group of skateboarders anywhere in the world; chances are that at least one of them is skating a deck designed by David or rocking a pair of shoes inspired by his art.

In 2007 he spent time working with Kid Robot, XLarge, BLOC28, Oakley DC Shoes and other principal brands in the urban realm. Most recently he teamed up with Medicom and Disney to create a Limited Mickey Mouse vinyl toy with his classic style. His distinct style has been applied to nearly all of the top urban vinyl toy characters from Japan to the United States.

David Flores has consistently proved to be an artist capable of crossing all boundaries and limitations while still being able to produce extremely attractive and unique work.

He has been painting fine art the past 10+ years, it has been incredibly difficult for people to get a hold of his work as he sells pieces as soon as they are completed. The first of the print series features the iconic figures Andy Warhol, Linda Evangelista, and Wu-tang Clan member O.D.B. All of David products available in Japan sell out in no time.

Available at Isetan Scotts, Tangs Orchard and other selectively good fashion retail stores only.

NOOKA sightings

2010-09-17T11:23:00.013+08:00

If you still have not heard about NOOKA by now, either you are still living in the past decade or from some planets being sent to earth for some missions and not caring about anything else.

Here are some of the celebrities spotted wearing NOOKA recently :

Jason Derulo

Lourdes Madonna

Miley Cyrus

jonnie from mtv’s the buried life

Patrick Stump

Joe Jonas

Amber Rose and Matthew Waldman (Creator of NOOKA)

and of course, the EGO man, Kanye West.

Party with us on 24th October 2010 at LA MASION together with the people from Radio 91.3FM.

Did we mentioned F R E E F L O W of Beers and House Pours? You need to be 18 yrs old and above to attend this great party!

Get exclusive passes to the party here : Nooka + Radio 91.3

See you at the party!!!

"Nooka has grown rapidly in Singapore over the years. We have been very selective in choosing the right partners/retailers to work with. Till date, we have more than 9 really good retailers in a small tropical island like Singapore that stocks NOOKA. These retailers are among the best retailers in Singapore.

If you can't find NOOKA at your regular shops, drop us an email and let us know which shop in Singapore that you think should stock Nooka?
Who knows..the shop that you recommended might reward you with some goodies..we'll be sure about that!!!"

RECAP : RONIN Gallery presents David Flores & Bryant Koger

2010-08-31T10:33:00.001+08:00

RONIN.GALLERY PROUDLY PRESENTS
David P. Flores & Bryant Koger
Opening Friday, August 13th.
7-11pm.

ALL brand new canvases, installs and sculptures from two of californias favorite sons, exploring the lines between icons, motives and Color symetry as well as a nod to the present and future of pop culture and design in the the art world.

KOGER Your first time is always the best and this is Kogers First gallery show in Los Angeles, habitual in his socially aware architectural presentations and clean lines are a first to be seen anywhere in the state. This California native currently works and lives in Brooklyn.

David FLORES is an interesting artist which got his own personal style, that you can easily recognize at the first glimpse. In his really colorful, auto-proclamed “stained glass” style, David FLORES artworks are perfectly fitting with the future of the pop-culture. He loves to twist modern icon and celebrities or cartoons heroes.

from BKRW interview

“this kid cant be touched”
-tony buyalos, owner shortys inc.

a definate stop for your weekend events”
-karl shipman

i cant see it or be it
-mr. Brainwash

“lifes a gamble, im rolling with DF”
-danny boy O’connor
love machine
house of pain
la coka nostra

The Ronin Gallery
4210 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, Ca 90007

DAVID FLORES COLLECTIVE Apparels is now available in all good retail stores.

M-LAB listens : Plushgun

2010-08-24T23:04:00.001+08:00

Plushgun is an indie rock/New Wave/Synth-Pop band founded by Dan Ingala located in Brooklyn, New York. The current lineup of the band is Ingala, Taylor Armstrong on guitar and Matt Bogdanow on drums. The band gained prominence when its music was featured in episodes of the web series We need Girlfriends. After those videos, the band quickly gained an online following.
On May 15, 2008 Plushgun announced a record deal with Tommy Boy Entertainment to release the band's first and self titled vinyl EP, which was released on August 19, 2008.In a positive review, Orlando Sentinel music critic Jim Abbott wrote that the lead song "Just Impolite" "manages to be breezy and atmospheric" and other tracks "boast plenty of shimmering keyboards, but enough melody to sing along."
Their first album, Pins and Panzers, was released on February 17, 2009. Plushgun was the music label. OurStage's first artist to get signed by a prominent record Label after Ourstage flew the band out to South By South West music festival where Tommy Boy spotted Plushgun.

http://plushgun.com/

01 - Binary Watch

2010-08-19T12:16:00.001+08:00

The Story
"My interest is in the future; as I'm going to be spending the rest of my life there“ Charles Kettering

In the year 1998 Anton Kraft had the idea of creating watches that are different from anything else ever seen:
LED Displays and a new time reading system that will revolutionize the watch market. Despite the nonexisting technical resources or opportunities at the time he registered for a legal protection of his ideas.

In 2004 Anton Kraft teamed up with the owners of a production facility in Hong Kong, who brought the technical knowledge required for this journey. Because of the initial time reading system being based on the IT code for all computers - the binary code - with the numbers 0 and 1, the brand name 01THE ONE was born.

In 2005 Time Technology Ltd. Hong Kong was founded and now operates the brand 01THE ONE.
Since then the brand has conquered large parts of Europe, North America and Asia.

And this is just the beginning...

- Join the 01 evolution.

Contact u s for retailers listing.

Happy Birthday Singapore

2010-08-06T16:19:00.000+08:00

9th August 1965, Singapore independence from Malaysia.

Happy 45th Birthday Singapore.

Plenty more to come.

NOOKA @ Spectrum (Recap)

2010-07-22T11:24:00.002+08:00

Following the successful mingling sessions with our Nooka fans at Butter Factory, we present yet another stunning showcase of the Nooka collections together with other great fashion brands like : Dr Martens, KarenWalker eyewear, Antebellum, Demisemiquaver, W/A by woods&woods among many others.

Friends came and supported despite of the drizzles..They love the colorful and bright Nooka watches that brought out the bright and cheery side to the already gloomy weather!

Nooka is now available at selectively good fashion stores in Asia.

Remember to like Nooka Asia on Facebook for product and event update.

M-LAB loves JOSEPH GORDON-LEVITT

2010-07-20T19:57:00.003+08:00

Despite his young age, Joseph Gordon-Levitt has already distinguished himself as an actor with a wide range of performances in both television and film. He starred on the hit television series "3rd Rock from the Sun" (1996), for which he earned two Hollywood Reporter Young Star Awards and the show earned three SAG Award nominations for "Outstanding Peformance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series". Prior to his success on television, he was already working steadily in feature films, debuting in the Robert Redford film A River Runs Through It (1992), for which he received the Young Artist Award for "Best Actor Under Ten". Other film credits include Angels in the Outfield (1994), The Juror (1996), Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998), 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) and one of the lead voices in the animated film, Treasure Planet (2002).

Gordon-Levitt recently took time off from acting to attend Columbia University. His most recent film credits include the 2001 Sundance film Manic (2001), where he plays an angry young man sent to a juvenile mental institute. He returned to Sundance this year with two diametrically opposed lead roles in Rian Johnson's Brick (2005) and Gregg Araki's Mysterious Skin (2004). Brick (2005), earned a Special Jury Prize for Originality of Vision. Having screened at the Venice, Toronto and London Film Festivals, Mysterious Skin (2004) has already earned him accolades for his portrayal of a gay hustler haunted by his sexually abused past.

Mini Biography

Joseph Gordon-Levitt's remarkable transition from child to adult actor deserves kudos, and then deserves to be let go. (Yes, he was participating in a children's musical group at age 6, when another child's manager suggested he should try doing it professionally). After several years of smaller television roles, he did his first feature at age 10 (A River Runs Through It (1992)). TV series-regular roles ("Dark Shadows" (1991), "The Powers That Be" (1992), "3rd Rock from the Sun" (1996)) limited his availability for film during teen years, and college followed at the end of "3rd Rock".

Following (and a little bit during) that academic hiatus, he has successfully shaken off the child-actor image by moving on to intense script and role choices that have been both eclectic and provocative. His path has been guided much more by the quality of the material and the integrity of the creative people involved, rather than pursuit of fame or fortune.

Personal Quotes
"The whole concept of celebrity pisses me off. While I'm not a celebrity, it's such a weird concept that society has cooked up for us. Astronauts and teachers are much more amazing than actors."

"To me, a sex scene in a movie generally means a gratuitous scene that doesn't serve the story but gives a kind of excuse; we've got these two actors, we want to see them naked, so let's bring in the music and the soft light."

"I've had a select set of really beautiful, powerful, psychedelic experiences on certain drugs but I never got into just doing it at a party: 'Oh let's get f-ed up and drop acid'. That's so retarded and disrespectful to your body and the drug itself. Mushrooms, acid and ecstasy can offer you a new perspective. They can also offer you nothing."

"My favorite kinds of actors are the chameleons, like Daniel Day-Lewis or Peter Sellers, people like that. To me, the highest compliment you can pay to an actor is, "Man, I didn't recognize you". So yeah, "Hesher" is really different from "Tom" in (500) Days of Summer (2009)" and you know, that's what keeps it spicy for me."

"I just love to act. It's my favorite thing to do in the world, and what keeps it interesting to me is the creative challenge. So different kinds of characters, that's what I just love to do."

"Acting's really difficult to talk about. If you could talk about it so easily then you wouldn't have to act."

ALIVE ATHLETICS watch - Time2Change

2010-07-12T22:42:00.004+08:00

Alive Athletics Tokyo established in 2002 in Asakusa, Tokyo. Since then, the brand has grown but their hearts, mind and inspiration are still deeply rooted in the daily struggle seen in the Tokyo eastside.

The logo of a tree is derived on the Japanese 1 yen coin. It reminded them of where they started from, and with a constant reminder of 'no matter how much or what you have, you can always stay alive, hope and build your dream.'

Their range of watches reminds them to enjoy each and every moment as one of Finest Luxury.

Alive Athletics supports DJs, Athletes and Artistes that follows their own way of life.

People always expect and eagerly wait for a change to come in every period of time. And now the big change that happens once every century has come. However, just waiting wont work this time. People should realize to voluntarily start their change. A poet, Bob Dylan already expressed and keeps singing for people to create their own change for more than 40years ago. Now is the time to accept his words and start the action.

"Come together 'round people wherever you roam
And admit that the waters around you have grown
And accept it that soon you'll be drenched to the bone
If your time to you is worth saving
Then you better start swimming or you'll sink like a stone
For the times, they are a-changing.."

- From Bob Dylan *Times they are a-changing*

ALIVE ATHLETICS watches are now available only in good watch boutiques and fashion concept stores in Singapore and Malaysia.

NOOKA at Percentile (RECAP)

2010-06-26T18:17:00.000+08:00

We had lotsa fun during the Percentile event at THE BUTTER FACTORY where NOOKA has a chance to mingle with the fans. The fans came and took some picutres. Some went home with a Polaroid film souvenir!

Look out for our next event or promo by being one of our fans at Nooka Asia fan page!

See you!

World Cup Fever

2010-06-07T12:22:00.002+08:00

FIFA world cup 2010 is fast approaching. all eyes will be on South Africa, watching one of the biggest sporting events in the world.

Genius idea - Dutch Football Federation - 2010 FIFA World Cup T-shirt.

NOOKA at Percentile

2010-06-02T11:03:00.000+08:00

Percentile is a spectacle of fashion fun - edgy, cool, niche, contemporary, new, independent…a gathering of troopers who breathe fashion, live for fashion hunts and love any palette of a fashion scene..

Drop by our NOOKA section for a fun POLAROID time!

time / 2 - 7pm
date / 12 June 2010
venue / The Butter Factory 1 Fullerton Road
#02-02/03/04 Singapore 049213

IWATCH?

2010-05-15T15:16:00.000+08:00

Meet the IWATCH.

Dont get too excited as its just a concept. But you can never say never. Watch this space.

KAREN WALKER "SUN GODS" 2010 collections

2010-05-03T17:00:00.001+08:00

KAREN WALKER is truly the epiphany of eyewear!

Check out the new KAREN WALKER SUN GODS collections.

Available now only in selectively good optical and fashion boutiques.

Chouette x Hello Kitty

2010-04-29T18:16:00.004+08:00

We did a presentation recently in Singapore on the Chouette x Hello Kitty watches and we were amazed by the response received.

Not too sure if its the love for the kitty or if people are really falling in love with the watch. But our guess is that people are really falling in love with the watch. The detailing, the blings, the colours, the sizes, the movement..we could just go on and on about it.

Chouette is very popular in Hong Kong and Taiwan. Celebrities were spotted wearing their range of luxury fun watches. Its not only a watch but a fashion accessory.

Previously, we have released the limited editions of the Chouette x Bloc 28 Mickey Mouse series and it was a total sell out in Singapore. We are still receiving plenty of enquirers asking for it. Here are some pictures on what you have missed.

And here is one from their top selling generic collection. One of our favourite , the SPARKLE range.

CHOUETTE watches are addictive.

Available soon.

More info here : CHOUETTE

KSUBI eyewear - "Flat, Have you got any flatter?"

2010-04-26T13:14:00.002+08:00

“Flat, have you got any flatter?”

Ksubi eyewear collection, ‘book club’ is an eclectic mix of styles inspired by pop comic, steam punk and vintage - all brought together to create a contrasting but unified & original look.

13 unisex frames are straight, sharp, modern, architectural, and left virtually unpolished.

By minimising the detail of the curves, acetates, metals and lenses, the flatness and sharpness of the finish and
appearance of each frames is enhanced - Simplifying and modernising the range.

Acetates are left unpolished and raw as possible - ksubi’s own acetate developments include unique digital
printed leopard design & layered colour acetates with laser cuts in colours such as ksubi leopard print, leopard tortoiseshell, charcoal, navy, ivory frosts and fuchsia. Playing with various techniques, metal frames are unpolished and sandblasted, each with metal inlays and
mouldings.

ksubi.

Malcolm Mclaren -RIP

2010-04-09T11:39:00.004+08:00

McLaren died in a Swiss hospital, his girlfriend Young Kim said. He was diagnosed with mesothelioma, a form of cancer, some time ago but had not made the news public.

"Malcolm McLaren was a man who changed the world and is a lasting influence."

McLaren's influence on the music industry cannot be under-estimated, Mr Molloy said. "Without Malcolm McLaren, the punk movement wouldn’t have exploded in the way that it did."

McLaren first made his name in 1971 when he opened a fashion boutique on the Kings Road in Chelsea with his partner, the designer Vivienne Westwood. With his unerring eye for publicity, he renamed the shop Sex.

In 1975, he spotted a young punk called John Lydon who regularly hung around outside the shop. McLaren signed him up as the frontman of the fledging punk band he managed and the Sex Pistols were born.
When the band released God Save The Queen during the Queen’s Silver Jubilee in 1977, they became one of the most notorious acts in British music history.

McLaren continued to work in the music industry after the Sex Pistols broke up, and retained his love of publicity stunts. In 1999 he offered to stand as Mayor of London.

He and Westwood had a son, Joe Corre, founder of the lingerie label Agent Provocateur. He and Miss Kim, a Korean-American fashion historian, split their time between Paris and New York.
Music journalist Jon Savage, who wrote England’s Dreaming, the award-winning history of the Sex Pistols and punk, said: “Without Malcolm McLaren there would not have been any British punk.

“He’s one of the rare individuals who had a huge impact on the cultural and social life of this nation.”
Mark Borkowski, who used to represent McLaren, said: "He was a showman extraordinaire. He knew how to create the news."

Sale is good. It makes everyone happy.

2010-03-31T23:02:00.001+08:00

MLAB : Official Licensee for The Last Airbender

2010-03-24T12:10:00.004+08:00

MLAB is the official apparel license for the upcoming movie : The Last AirBender.

In anticipation of the upcoming Paramount Pictures' and Nickelodeon Movies' The Last Airbender, NVCP has signed a number of new international merchandise partners.
The latest licensees include:

TV Mania, Collective Brands, Mlab Concepts and Aykroyds for apparel

More details at : GLOBAL LICENSE

Watch this space for retailers listing for the official merchandise.

IRONMAN 2 - Look whos wearing INITIUM eyewear?

2010-03-17T11:03:00.002+08:00

The movie to watch out for this summer is IRONMAN 2. The return of the suave Robert Downey Jr as Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark and with great supporting cast like Gwyneth Paltrow, Scarlett Johannsson (H O T!!!), Mickey Rouke, Sam O'Neil, Don Cheadle and Samuel L Jackson as Nick Fury. This moive is gonna be a blast!
Did we mention that most of the cast are wearing INITIUM eyewear? Heres a few pics..

Not forgetting the villian too..wearing INITIUM 7th SON.

Not in IRONMAN 2 but some of the celebrities spotted wearing INITIUM as well..

INITIUM is available only in good selective fashion stores and optical boutiques.

NOOKA at Red Dot Design Museum shop

2010-03-16T17:26:00.001+08:00

The Museum Shop joins the list of cool retailers in Singapore to carry our range of NOOKA watches and accessories.

M-LAB loves - Tilda Swinton

2010-03-11T16:49:00.001+08:00

She's the actress-muse-thinker-chameleon-alien with who can spin gold out of the smallest indie film or biggest Hollywood production, as when she won an Oscar for her role as a ruthless lawyer in Michael Clayton.

Tilda Swinton remains the strange and strangely alluring Scotswoman with a degree in poli-sci and thespian roots that go back to the 80s, when she worked with the late, great cult-film legend Derek Jarman. She's always up for the odd project, which these days are as likely to involve fashion as film; in 2003, for example, she opened a Viktor & Rolf show in which every model thereafter had been made-up in her pale-cheeked, red-haired image.

Now a severe-cut blonde with another transfixing portrayal of self-awakening in the upcoming Italian drama I Am Love (or Lo Sono l'Amore, written/directed by Luca Guadagnino, in theaters June 2010)

For more on Tilda :
Tilda Swinton Bio

NOOKA-The First Installation

2010-03-10T12:01:00.001+08:00

The response was overwhelming for the very first NOOKA pop up store in Singapore. People came, they viewed the limited editions of the Nooka mascot on display and most of them traded their old digital watches for a new NOOKA.

We apologize to those who did not manage to get the limited editions as most of these collections were snapped up during the first few days! Early bird DO catches the worm!

You can still get the new range of NOOKA and the promotions are only available in this POP UP Store till end of March at The Cathay #04-08.

Watch this space for the next POP UP Store in planning at a new location!

NOOKA POP UP - The First Installation

2010-02-26T11:58:00.000+08:00

NOOKA- The First Installation

The CATHAY
2 Handy Road
#04-08
from 1st March - 31March
Opening Hours from 12pm-9pm daily.

The pop up store will showcase limited collaborations pieces of NOOKA from the likes of Hellz Bellz, Spongebob, MTV, DDC LAB, BLEED, UNDERCROWN and many others. It also will showcase the NOOKANOOKA mascot designed by respective designers like Shin Tanaka, ILOVEDUST and many others. Limited NOOKA stickers and NOOKA TOTE Bags will be available with every purchase, and the store will also be having David Flores Collective Apparel. More info on the pop up store promotion below.

Promotion :
Exchange your old digital watch of ANY value and purchase a NOOKA at less 20%.
Only valid during this POP UP period.
Terms and conditions applies.

NOOKA POP UP- The First Installation

DAVID FLORES COLLECTIVE

2010-02-18T12:04:00.004+08:00

About David Flores

David Flores is well known within the urban arts community for his self proclaimed stained glass style and he is one of the most prolific break out artists in 2008.

David Flores has consistently proved to be an artist capable of crossing all boundaries and limitations while still being able to produce extremely attractive and unique work.

David Flores Collective apparels and DAVID FLORES prints are now available at good selective stores in Asia.

GONG XI FA CHAI - Year of the TIGER

2010-02-11T16:47:00.004+08:00

If you literally translate "Gong Xi Fa Chai", it would mean "wishing you enlarge your wealth."

Gong Xi: means wishing/blessing

Fa: means enlarge(ment)

Chai: means wealth

So a literal translation is that you wish someone will become very rich, but the phrase is generally used as Happy New Year.

Kiong Hee Huat Cai
Gong Xi Fa Chai
Kong Hei Fat Choi
Happy Chinese New Year
Selamat Tahun Bari Cina..etc, etc...

And yea..lets hope that he's coming back into the game sooner coz Golf is never the same without this Tiger..

Gong Xi Fa Chai everyone!

The Last AirBender - The MOVIE

2010-02-08T12:01:00.004+08:00

The Last Airbender is the big money adaptation of the first season of the TV cartoon series Avatar, which featured an odd but unique mix of fantasy and steampunk (think The Court of the Air, with more of a quest riff going on).

Shymalan seems to understand that cool martial arts should be shot with a wider angle and not with painful close-ups.

Thank you M Shymalan!

INTRO :

Air, Water, Earth, Fire.

Airbender fans will do backflips to see images of the iceberg, achieving Avatar State, waterbending, earthbending and firebending, and of the Fire Nation Navy in battle. (Sharp eyes might even catch a glimpse of Gran Gran!) Newcomers will groove on seeing a kick-ass little kid (Aang) defeating his foes with just a staff and air.

Four nations tied by destiny when the Fire Nation launches a brutal war against the others. A century has passed with no hope in sight to change the path of this destruction. Caught between combat and courage, Aang (Noah Ringer) discovers he is the lone Avatar with the power to manipulate all four elements. Aang teams with Katara (Nicola Peltz), a Waterbender, and her brother, Sokka (Jackson Rathbone), to restore balance to their war-torn world.

MLAB is proud to be the official apparel licensee for The Last Airbender.

Hysteric Glamour x Spongebob

2010-02-05T15:23:00.000+08:00

Hysteric Glamour teams up with Spongebob for their Hysteric Mini Collections..

Nooka x Harajuku event recap at Tangs

2010-01-20T11:48:00.000+08:00

Did you missed out the exclusive launch event at Tangs?

It was a night of Nooka, Miniature Asahi beer and the showcasing of the 11 brands from Japan. (Beauty and Youth of United Arrows, Coen, Urban Research and others..) Guests came and had lots of fun..mingling, trying and buying Nooka. Rei Shito even had one on her!

Enjoy the photographs captured by our friend, Dominic Phua.

Nooka is available at Tangs, Orchard Level 3 and selective good retailers/concept store only.

Harajuku Street Style Pop Up Store | Tangs Playlab

2010-01-04T17:44:00.000+08:00

TANGS PlayLab celebrates Japanese street fashion with the arrival of Harajuku Street Style Pop-Up Store, featuring the latest and fashion-forward collections from 11 Japanese brands on the forefront of Harajuku and Ginza fashion scene. Celebrated Japanese street photographers Rei Shito and Ryu Koyanma will be making special store appearances to launch the Pop-Up Store at TANGS Orchard and TANGS VivoCity respectively.

The exclusive Harajuku Street Style pop-up store will operate for two weeks in TANGS Orchard, Level 3 from 15 Jan to 31 Jan before moving on to TANGS VivoCity, Level 1 from 5 Feb to 17 Feb.

This Pop-Up Store promises shoppers with a unique ‘one-stop’ retail experience with established as well as emerging Japanese designers such as Urban Research, Beauty & Youth United Arrows, COEN, MOMOTARO JEANS and KBF.

To launch the much-anticipated retail concept, PlayLab is proud to present Harajuku Street Style Showcase featuring Rei Shito, also known as the Fashion Icon of Harajuku. A celebrity street photographer, Rei Shito will be personally selecting 10 lucky TANGS shoppers for a makeover and take their pictures along the streets of Orchard Road. A public vote will commence on TANGS website (www.tangs.com.sg) where lucky winners stand a chance to be featured on a Japanese variety show.

Nooka timpiece will be making a guest appearance as well in this event.

RSVP to rsvp@tangs.com.sg by 8th Jan 2010.

This is an exclusive 'by-invitation only' event.

TWENTY -TEN

2009-12-31T13:09:00.000+08:00

It has been a relatively good year for M-LAB despite of all the ups and downs happening all over the world.
Stay tune for all the new projects that M-LAB has to offer in 2010 and lets anticipate the arrival of the new year together.
Peace. - From all at M-LAB

ZIRCA + NOOKA : Ending the Year in Style

2009-12-29T15:58:00.000+08:00

Ending the year in style at ZIRCA club.

ZIRCA in partnership with NOOKA presents :

EDEN - The ReBirth of Music

Stand a chance to win a NOOKA

by simply answering the question :

What is the theme of ZIRCA NYE party?

Send your reply to : info@zirca.sg with

your name, ic and contact number by 30 Dec 2009, 5pm.

Chouette x Bloc28 limited edition timepiece

2009-12-14T18:51:00.000+08:00

CHOUETTE means brilliant/great or owl (wisdom) in French, CHOUETTE demonstrates the glamorous designs with bling-bling crystals. A mixed modern vintage in luxury fashion.

The watch is gainning popularity in Asia and has a huge fanbase in Hong Kong. With its revolutionary designs and exclusivity, well-known celebrities such as DoDo Cheng, Sandra Ng, Denise Ho, Cathy Chow, Dorian Ho, Janice Man, Angelababy, William Chan and many more have become big fan of CHOUETTE.

CHOUETTE is designed by the founder of the renowned brand building enterprise – Charmonde Luxury Limited Dr. Christie Wo. She is also her own brand ambassador.

In July 2009, Chouette presents their crossover with urban art culture “BLOC 28 by Disney”. It presents a new stylish interpretation of Mickey Mouse in 19 special watch designs with crystal. It is the first ever “BLOC 28 by Disney” watch collection . David Flores, designer of the key visual of “CHOUETTE X BLOC 28” watches was invited to attend the launch event.

Chouette specially made 6 pave crystal BLOC 28 figurines with pendant watch for charity auction purpose. All proceeds to be donated to “Arts in Hospital”. Hong Kong celebrities like Angelababy and Ethan Ruan (阮經天) are also invited to the launch event to share their feelings about the new interpretation of Mickey.
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The event attracted massive media.

For retailers listing and more information on the limited edition of Chouette x Bloc28 timepiece.

Please drop us an email at info@mlabconcepts.com

MICHAEL LAU MINDstyle LIFEstyle exhibition in ZINC, Malaysia

2009-12-12T14:19:00.002+08:00

To all our friends at ZINC.

Well done!!! You guys raised the bar yet again for the pop art culture in Malaysia. It was a very well organised event with the great space, displays of the art pieces and vinyl works from the man himself, Michael Lau. A real eye opener for Michael Lau fans who couldnt make it to the LA exhibition. Well, thanx to the team at ZINC who made it all possible.

Regretted my hesitation in getting Gardener 10th anniversary book coz it was totally sold out within minutes!!! Luckily, i got my hands on one of his BOX D collection signed by THE M A N.

Totally wicked :)

Oh..He is wearing a NOOKA watch..just in case you are wondering.. :)

On Michael Lau

Michale Lau is an award winning, Hong Kong based artist who has captured the attention of artists, designers, musicians, toy manufacturers and street cultures all over the world. Often noted as "The Godfather of the vinyl art movement".

On ZINC

Welcome to the all-new artistically defined architecture of ZINC. Not a typical art gallery. In fact, Zinc is a creative art space leaving you with a feeling like you've entered an inspiring New York art loft. Innovative and multi-dimensional best describes the vision of the owners. These range from the 3-D installations to current works of art, sculptures and art toy collectibles.

Art lovers, trendsetters and design professionals will appreciate Zinc art space. The 5,000 sq feet space oozes urban minimalism at its best, with a raw, edgy vibe. Located strategically in Bangsar, Zinc exudes a welcoming ambience. The concrete setting and industrial design are intentional. The brilliant simplicity of the creative space immediately invites you into Kuala Lumpur's newest art attraction.

http://zinc.com.my/

CHOUETTE x BLOC28

2009-12-08T22:21:00.003+08:00

Soon.

Wait till you see the watch that comes with it.

Watch this space.

Bob Lagerfeld?

2009-11-25T20:51:00.006+08:00

Pleased to present you “Bob Lagerfeld”, a tribute to SB customized by Karl LAGERFELD himself at CHANEL studio in Paris !!!

After making a coup on Canal + with Marc Jacobs, NICK Channel partners with CHANEL studio and Karl LAGERFELD himself to create a unique object and new Haute Couture squared icon : Bob Lagerfeld squarecollars !

Humor, black glasses, mitten, black tie, and white collar unites those 2 icons in an amazing object that will be auctioned, amongst 12 others customized SB object by French artists, at SB exhibition in Paris this Thursday, all benefits going to WWF France.

The SB exhibition has reached 45.000 visitors, the media exposure (press and TV feedbacks like in Le Grand Journal on Canal +) is worth 700.000 € to date, and even more to come with the charity auction.

ksubi eyewear

2009-11-16T17:38:00.004+08:00

ksubi launch its first eyewear collections in 2004. Since then. the eyewear has become the main feature of their brand receiving extensive press coverage and acclaim for innovative design.

The current eyewear range is produced using original frame hand shaping technique as well as the highest quality components, lenses and acetates. New developments will include a selection of frames that could house sunglass or optical lenses as well as the development of unique acetate patterns.

ksubi eyewear has served as a vehicle for collaborative projects including a conceptual press range with UK designer, Richard Nicoll launching in 2007 at his London Fashion Week catwalk show, and more recently with Canadian DJ/Producer TIGA for the release of ‘ksubi for TIGA’.

ksubi has exclusively designed specialty concept frames for Beyonce & Kylie Minogue for their film clips and have an avid following from celebrities such as Kate Moss, Gwen Stefani, Liv Tyler, Chloe Sevigny,

Jude Law, Editor in Chief at French Vogue Carine Roitfeld & Scarlet Johansson amongst others.

ksubi sunglasses are currently available in ksubi flagship stores; Sydney, Melbourne & New York City as well as over 300 stockists worldwide.

MLAB is the exclusive distributor for ksubi eyewear in Singapore and Malaysia.

Nooka x Doratch

2009-11-14T13:33:00.001+08:00

Nooka team up with Doratch on a special timepiece utilizing Nooka’s Zub Series silhouette. The watch takes on a playful approach with the implementation of a colorful motif paired with graphics from iconic manga series Doraemon, seen throughout the band. The watch also comes with a dual-branded case and box. Only 500 timepieces were produced, with a release date not yet available.Stay tuned.

BATHING APE x CHOCOOLATE 3rd Anniversary

2009-11-09T16:10:00.003+08:00

Spotted this when i was in Hong Kong recently. A collaboration between Bathing Ape and Chocoolate.
Chocoolate and Bathing Ape joint forces and set up 2 pop up stores in APM and a 'store in store concept' at Tsim Sha Tsui for their 3rd anniversary collaboration.The pop up store was impressive, so were the merchandise. Package include limited edition of mugs, tee+cap in colours of Blue, Green and Red.
The other Chocoolate 'store in store concept' at Tsim Sha Tsui has a series of Black and Gold collection of apparels, caps and mugs but all were sold out before i could lay my hands on some.

Well..lets look forward to the Bathing Ape store opening in Singapore and hopefully it could hype up the dull fashion scene in Singapore.

LUSH995fm presents : Snap send and win a NOOKA

2009-10-08T21:57:00.004+08:00

SNAP SEND WIN

From now till the end of October :

1. Snap a photo of yourself in front of LUSH studio @ORCHARD CENTRAL #02-02
(Crazy poses encouraged!)
2. Send in your photo (no more than 1MB) to lush995@mediacorp.com.sg
3. The creative photo stand a chance to win a NOOKA watch.

Yup. Its that simple.

Have fun
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http://www.lush995.sg/

CASSIUS Lautner

2009-10-06T17:33:00.001+08:00

inspired by architect john lautner and his photogenic structures in southern california, cassius launches its equally dramatic lautner shades. hand-crafted from premium acetate with gold metal and offering uv4 protection through high-quality cr39 lenses, the model comes in black and havana.each color has a limited edition of 300 only. the cassius new lautner model drops in stores this month and is available at selected stores across Singapore.

NOOKA releases the mini nookanooka

2009-09-30T11:26:00.003+08:00

Nooka Inc. has teamed up with legendary artists and toy designers Jeremy Madl, Ilovedust, Shin Tanaka and Matthew Waldman to commemorate the release of the new mini NookaNooka. Created by Waldman, the NookaNooka is an urban vinyl collector’s toy. Not only is it made of similar materials as other Nooka products, it also represents our innovative approach to design, pushing the limits of creativity and changing the way people think about objects.

The NookaNooka’s physiology is transient, eternal in his world and ephemeral in ours - beyond imagination - like something you are told is not real, like something you can’t taste, but can feel. Jeremy Madl, ilovedust, Shin Tanaka and Matthew Waldman displayed their artistic talent by designing their own custom mini NookaNooka collabs.

Look for the mini NookaNooka to be released in November 2009.

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RECAP: Juan Maclean -The Formula 'Juan' Party + NOOKA timepiece

2009-09-29T18:56:00.009+08:00

It was a 'back to back' F1 party all over Singapore over the past week..
Glad that it happened..sad that its over..

One of the highlight besides celebrities and pop stars performances for the F1 parties is Juan Maclean's one night gig in Singapore celebrating MOET 100th anniversay and also the presence of NOOKA in Singapore.DFA club music maestro Juan MacLean has been laying groundwork. First, there were killer singles, from “By The Time I Get to Venus” in 2002, to last year’s international mega hit & critical year-end favorite “Happy House” as well as the “The Simple Life”. There was a debut full-length (Less Than Human, 2005); remixes for colleagues like Air, Chicken Lips, Daft Punk, David Gahan, Matthew Dear; international tours with Cut Copy and Shocking Pinks; and DJ gigs from Telluride to Tel Aviv.
http://www.thejuanmaclean.com

Also making an appearance in this event is NOOKA. Nooka timepieces are renowned for their ingenuity and design, as well as the quality of the materials used. By using bold, ambitious colors to complement your sneaker collection, the goal is to Nooka-fy the way you use timepiece accessories.The Juan Maclean NookaNooka is the not-too-distant relative of Nooka's official mascot, the NookaNooka. Born from the sci-fi influences and music of DFA Records' The Juan Maclean, and Nooka's decidedly different approach to design, our little robot friend hit the road with The Juan Maclean and made appearances at selected shows.
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