Body Central
Your Online stop for basic essentials
Body Central- it's a cool place to pick up all your every day clothing at unexpessive prices. They have tops, bottoms, shoes and accessories too. Check out the latest fashions! They're perfect for women who enjoy chic style without having to spend too much.
This is their "Spit-V Tee". A custom favorite- It features deep split v-neck shows a sexy side while soft knit fabric keep you comfortable. Click HERE for more information or to purchase.
Or you can go to Body Central to browse their whole collection.
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True Love False Idols
Everything Is True Eccept For The Lies
True Love False Idols is known nation wide as a high-end boutique style street brand of men's clothing. They manufacture v-necks, hoodies, jackets, tees, and long sleeve shirts. Check out the tale of two Alex's that would eventually lead to the start of the line. Go to 80's Purple to purchase or to their Official Website to get more info.
Alex Vaz is a Hardcore Edge kid from the O.C. I’m an ex graffiti writer from Venice. This line is built on who we are and what we’ve been through, good and bad. He got here in a straight line, he went to school for fashion design, spent his time grinding it out working for hard-ass garmentos during the day, and taking his aggressions out at shows at night. I took the longer route. I dropped out of high school, wrote graff, got back into school, got my ass into UCLA Film, started to apprentice as a tattooer, and then ended up designing clothes. We met at Howe Denim a few years ago. I was Art Director and he was brought on as a Junior Designer.
This was not the first time we crossed paths, the times before were under less auspicious circumstances. When he was brought on at Howe, I think we both decided to let what had transpired between us in the past go, so we could focus on work. I know I did. We both left Howe and I freelanced for about a year while he took another industry job. We met our third partner in 05, and hit the ground running, launched at the Pool Tradeshow August of that year and it’s been non-stop ever since. We hope you like our line. We love making it. Our inspiration is our lives, our friends, our music and cities. Thanks -Alex 2
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Lacoste
Lacoste Classic Fit That's Here To Stay
Lacoste classic short sleeve piqué polo is the male go-to shirt with the signature Lacoste alligator embroidered on the left chest. Even, vented hem. In soft, strong and fine cotton that has a superior and lightweight hand. Locoste is classic at delivering a classic look and fit. With just the write color kicks these any of these shirts could easily deliver a classic style.
Text: Bloomingdales
Obey
Jewelry
If you're in the market for cool new jewelry that compliments fresh urban style you should really check out Obey. They're accessories are not only addictive but moderately priced as well. Their new 2008 holiday apparel collection is available online so be sure to browse and see what you like. Go to 80's Purple to chek out everything they have available.
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New England Style
RL Rugby
You can always count on Ralph Lauren to release simple yet staple mens apparel. They're items that will soon become a needed part of your wardrobe. Just one polo won't be enough. Short sleeve, long sleeve, rubgy, or clean cut. There's a little something in store for everyone and the fits are endless. Check out this New England inspired long sleeved rugby by Ralph Lauren, currently available on Ralphlauren.com.
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Photo Book Meets The Phone...
GE DECT 6.0 PhotoPhone
Digital picture frames are so typical these days. No design is really out of the box and they basically do all the same things, the main differences between any of them would be switchable frame plates, larger internal memory, or the ability to also play MP3s.
So it was nice to get a chance to review the GE PhotoPhone which is an all in one wireless landline phone and a digital picture frame. This makes the PhotoPhone unique and actually useful, instead of having a plain old digital frame hanging around that you’ll tire of uploading photos too eventually.
Click HERE to get more information concerning the handset, setup, and digital frame of this amazing new product.
Text and photo: Chip Chic
Tech Style
Connect To Everyone Through Tech Style
The W-41 is what techfashion is all about! This high tech shirt is anything but plain. It comes with a logo that if captured with a cellphone will connect the person who just took the picture to your MySpace page, Blog,and just about any social networking site you could possibly belong too. How does it work you ask? Good question -
Basically you buy any one of the pieces of clothing available on the site that has this special logo on it, unique to only you with personal info and literally walk around with your social identity heart on your sleeve. If someone passes by who happens to be familiar with this type of clothing and they have downloaded the software available on the site for free to their phone. The image is transmitted to the software download on their phone and your blogs and virtual identity is revealed for those to leave you messages or check out your social network.
T-shirts and sweatshirts for women and men are available in the colors vintage white, vintage black, and vintage brown. Prices are reasonable for this type of techno only costing $49 for t-shirts and $56 for sweatshirts. So the next time someone wants to take your picture with their camera phone it may not be of your face but your logo. ( Wired Magazine Nov 08′)
Text and Picture From: Chip Chic
Never Lose Another Remote
Jumbo Universal Remote!
Yes, we have seen them before, those mega size remote controls. This hard-to-misplace model from Zeon is capable of controlling your TV, DVD and satellite box. One of their Jumbo sized remote control is almost one foot long and equipped with 22.2mm square buttons. It’s practically indestructible and said to have “all the bells and whistles one would expect from a high end remote”.
With the large 3-D buttons and its extra large format, this mega remote is perfect for all ages. The 4-in-1 remote control is designed for your TV, VCR, DVD and Satellite units so there will be no messing around with multiple remotes. It also has an easy to use button layout for intuitive use, and a favourite program button to quickly flip to your favourite channel.
The built in shock absorber is great for those accidental drops, and the rubberized edges will make sure your remote, and furniture is protected. You won’t lose this down the back of the sofa, and you won’t need your glasses to find it.
Check out the two remotes that we've featured for this post.
Text and Picture: Geek Alerts
The Winter Lumberjack Look
Converse teams with Bodega
Boston based Bodega hooked up with Converse to create a “jacked up” Converse Jack Purcell high. The Jack Purcell was treated with premium quality brown leather and lined with a warm yet appealing lumber jack plaid. The shoes are trimmed out with the plaid on the exterior as well as feature some boot style red laces that loop through boot like metal eyelets.
Along with the Trustafarian plaid “streetwear” gear you grabbed as soon as all over T-shirts didn’t match the season, you can complete the whole set with a Lumber Jack plaid fitted. This package will release exclusively at Bodega in Boston, Wood Wood in Berlin and Copenhagen, and ACU in Shanghai this Saturday, November 17th.
Text and Pic: HERE
Touch pad panels react to your heat
Futuristic comfort
Taking a cue from that classic Hypercolor gear, designers Nuno Goncalves Ferreira and Erin Hayne have been creating home products like pillows and furniture that respond to body heat and warm light. Their latest creations are these Touch Wall Panels, which are intended to be hung up around your home.
As humans touch the thermosensitive fabric panels, the colors change, leaving temporary hand and body prints on the surface for up to 30 seconds. Finally, we have a method for catching serial wall-humpers in the act. See what the panels look like after you touch them in the gallery below…
Text: Complex
G-shock
Sneak Peak for Fall/Winter 2008
With 25 years in the making, G-shock continues to set the standards for accessories style. They are now celebrating their 25 anniversary and have decided to ressurrect some of their classics and these are only a preview of one style.
And there's one watch that's become popular throughout hip hop and trendy apparel, it's the G-Shock watches. They're avialable in almost any color and can be customized as well. It's one of the few accessories that can go from relatively inexpensive, to costing thousands of dollars. Just ask the fashionistas who bling out their G-Shocks with diamonds.
Click HERE to purchase or view the official G-Shock website.
Roberto Cavalli
Stamped Leather Sholder Bag
Roberto Cavalli is well known throughout the fashion industry for setting trends and dressing some of the most top rated A-list celebrities favorites. Check out one of the latest totes you should expect to see out and about with some of your favorite celebs.
This oversized exotic crocodile effect Cavalli shoulder bag will add a shot of luxe to your working day, or any day you decide to have. It's a super glamorous way to tote around your papers and portfolios, or just show that you have a nice purse
Click HERE to view this tote and to navigate through other Cavalli pieces net-a-porter.com.
Back-to-school FUN!
Chewbacca Plush Backpack
Without a doubt one of the coolest spacefarers of all times is Han Solo. There was just something about his swagger that made every girl fall in love with him and every guy want to be him. But what really showed off Han's true character his friendship with a certain fuzzball Chewbacca was always there to help out his best friend Han - and now Chewie's ready to have your back, too. Literally.
Strap the Chewbacca Plush Backpack to your back and he'll be carrying your books in style. His arms wrap around you to let you know he's secure - even his legs will secure around your abdomen, for some extra cuddly fun. Who needs real friends when you have a Chewie on your back? And there are two extra features the Chewbacca Backpack has to offer. First, his bandoleer bag can hold some smaller accessories such as cables, business cards, or Ewok jerky. And second, there can be no bigger thrill than asking someone if they want to pet your Wookiee. Trust us - it'll get you smiles every time
Text and Image: ThinkGeek
La Dolce Fila
Nas and Fila
Hot on the heels of his just-released "Untitled" CD, Nas debuts his collaboration with Fila. The Italian company—hardly a go-to for hip-hop's sneaker mafia—may seem an unlikely choice, but as the Queens-born rapper explained when the deal was announced, he and his best friend "Ill Will" Graham grew up in New York's Queensbridge housing projects idolizing the brand's prestige. (After being fatally shot in 1992, Graham was even buried in a black Fila tracksuit.)
Nas' tribute: high-tops in three colorways available at Foot Locker for the decidedly reasonable price of $80. Plans are, of course, underway for an eighties-inspired apparel collection to follow.
Text and Picture: HERE
Green Cars
Competing with the Big Boyz
It is often said that for green cars to be taken seriously, serious car buffs must realize that they can compete with the big boys. You see, most people think that you just can’t get proper mileage out of electric cars, that they are ugly, and most importantly, that they just can’t go fast.
Well, to prove them wrong, and to start out our brand new Transportation Tuesdays series, we’d like to bring to you the top 5 greenest, fastest, and sexiest beauties on wheels that we’ve ever seen. Counting down from 5 to 1, HERE they are…
Click HERE to view all 5 cars and models!
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Customizing like Crazy
Even your keyboard
Tickle yourself all the way to Blavish with these silly Novelty Keyboard Keys. Add a little humor to your dull office day with keys that say Panic, Any Key, Beer, duh!, $, Oops!, Eject and smile with a Smiley Face.
This set of eight hilarious keys feature a double-sided tape so they can stick anywhere! Anywhere?! Just another crazy way to personalize your space at work. There's nothing wrong with little personality. Cost, $20.
Text & Picture: HERE
Rise and Shine
Sparkle Exspresso Maker
Can we say wow! I wonder how many ladies would like to get their coffee from this machine every morning. This Sparkle Pink Essenza Espresso Machine with Swarovski Crystals available at the Nespresso Boutique Bar on Madison Avenue in New York is just the kind of snuggle pal I need in the early hours of the day.
The $1000 espresso machine is covered pink with Swarovski crystals & is ready to make you a drink that you will not soon forget. Kind of pricing for a more fuzzy feeling from an expresso maker. Let's hope you can taste the difference. Click HERE for the original article.
Picture and text: HERE
Travelistic
Travel Via Video
There's nothing better than being able to pack up and go. But for those of us who have a fear of heights, those overseas locations can be a bit of a challenge. The reasons for never leaving the US can be endless- be it out of a fear of heights, simply because you just don't have the time, and of course there's always that stuff (money) you need to get there and kind of eat.
There's an answer. It's called Travelistic. To sum it up, it's almost like a modern day YouTube for travelers. You can get tips, insights, and the experience from some of the most desirable destinations from the convenience of your computer. No need to pack a thing!
People who've been bitten by the traveling bug record footage from some of the most talked about and visited monumental locations in the world- and New York. Click HERE and take part in the travelistic experience. Don't expect to come back with a souvenir?
One Less Thing To Consider
The LG Shine
With all the issues that women have to consider to get dress, pocket book space shouldn't have to be one of them. You don't want to look like the only bag lady that couldn't decide which items not to bring-so you just brought everything. And no matter how in love you are with this BoHo Chic movement, it's not suitable for every occasion.
The new LG shine has something that's gonna make purse packing a little bit easier. It's a new compact cell phone that also serves the purpose of a compact mirror. So in addition to the Rocawear accessories that are already blinging out your hand, you'll have the LG shining as well. This fashionable digital accessory conveniently serves a mirror too. So pack one less thing Ladies.
Click HERE for an official review and additional pictures of the new LG Shine.
Picture: HERE
Iphone Killer?
See for yourself...check the reviews!
It seems like this summer is the "War of The Phones." And everyones got a different opinion. Just gotta read the reviews and try it out for yourself. Check it out!
The good: The Samsung Instinct offers a slick, intuitive design and a heavy load of powerful, innovative, and easy-to-use features. It particularly shines as a messaging and GPS device.
The bad: The Samsung Instinct lacks Wi-Fi and instant messaging, and its call and video quality were erratic. Also, its Internet browser could be refined, its internal memory is small, and its camera lacks editing features.
The bottom line: The Samsung Instinct stands out as one of Sprint's finest devices to date. It's just too bad its call quality could use some improvement.
Specs: Talk time: Up to 345 min; Combined with: With digital camera / digital player / FM radio; Weight: 0.3 lbs
Click HERE to see the Sprint Instint specs
Text: review.cnet.com
Charmed Sweets
Cell Phone Decor
Seems like women can put a charm or jewel on just about anything now- and they do. Strapya-world.com has come out with sweet edible look alikes that will have the femail sweet tooth going crazy this summer.
It's their real-made miniature sweets decorated by shiny swarovski. They have others cell phone charms available too. From Hello Kitty to the Sleeping beauty blooming flower. Check it out HERE.
The only thing you have to worry about now is making sure you have real sweets handy when this jeweled cell phone charm has you daydreaming about cookies and icecream. Enjoy!
Image: HERE
Mercedes' Mountain Bike
Ride everywhere in stylee
Mercedes-Benz is adding to its bike collection with the new mountain bike. The new €2,790 bike is a study in sophistication and hi technology, employing such solutions as high-quality aluminium and a four-link rear suspension. So advanced is the suspension that in principle it works like AIRMATIC, the air suspension system of the S- Class. It uses an individually adjustable air chamber. Damping is controllable by an adjustable oil cycle. Mercedes-Benz is keen on keeping the comfort philosophy of their car division visible throughout its product lineup, and as such has spent serious money working on this bike. The bike itself has been developed by Mercedes-Benz Accessories GmbH, ADP Engineering GmbH and the Mercedes-BenzDesign Centre in Sindelfingen and features two versions, a Comfort Edition and a Sport Edition.
There are parts also adapted for the difference in men’s and women’s bodies, to accommodate the fact that we are built differently. Another area of importance is the braking system which uses fully hydraulic Avid Juicy Five disc brakes that measure 185cm on their rotors. Although we have no claimed braking times at all, they are said to be able to stop the bike is excellent time under most circumstances.
Text and Picture: worldcarfans
Free flowing Strapless Dress
By Scrapbook
It's official! Summer is here and being wieghed down by heavy, hot clothing is something a lady just doesn't want to deal with.
But clothing line Scrapbook has released a few cool scrapless pieces that allow you to take off a few layer and still be classy at the same time. I found this dress on the 80's Purple website.
This heather grey and sky blue piece of style should fit in perfectly with a few accessories from the Roc. Click HERE to view this dress and see other dresses that scrapbook has available online.
Image: HERE
Disney goes couture
Cool new line by Disney Couture
It seems like everthing is going couture now days. The new and fun accessories line, Disney Couture, has decided to bring a more lightweight feel to the couture group of accessory and apparel lines.
Disney couture brings your most memorable Disney characters like Mickey & Minnie, Alice, Tinkerbell, and Bambi. The tone and personality of these classics are crafted into modern and stylish pieces of jewelry.
To experience the perfect merge of fashion/fun, click HERE. To get your hands on the bracelet featured in todays "Roc Essentials" click HERE.
Drop us a line at feedback@rocawear.com and tell us what new cool line of accessories is gaining buzz in your area.
Claw Money
Eye-Catching Eyewear
Rare and eye catching eyewear is a cool trend. It's not at all new but it's almost necessary to acheive that untouchable, "please don't bother me" look that New Yorkers are too commonly known for. Finally, eyewear is surfacing that can compliment your still but and give you can approachable look as well.
It's fresh new line of eyewear by Claw Money. Their bizzarre sunglasses are fast becoming a staple item in the lives of fashion heads everywear. We've featured their B-boy style aviators that manage the perfect balance between 80's Rock and 2008's Hip Hop scene, without looking like your taking yourself too seriously.
Check them out or purchase them HERE. Also available in orange, pink, and green.
Tell us what you think, or what trends you want us to feature by emailing us at feedback@rocawear.com.
Images: HERE
A.P.C & Premium Denim
Denim 101
There's a hip new style and fit of denim that's causing a big stir this season in NYC. It's the premium denim of A.P.C. If ever you see a gentlemen with just the right amount of swag and style, you might as well assume that he's already got a pair or two in his closet.
DNR magazine randomly stopped 8 men on the streets of NYC and 6 out of 8 of them were either wearing the jeans or swore that the next peice of change they got there hands on would be spent on them? If that change doesn't add up to at least $150 then they won't be getting their hands on a pair of premium A.P.C.'s. Click HERE to check out the website brand website.
I here that A.P.C.'s denim are being compared to the fit and quality of G-Star- A tough act to follow. If you're not up on the quality of G-Star, click HERE.
That's all for today's lesson of Denim 101.
Write us at feedback@rocawear.com and tell us about your favorite fit and styles of denim, also what you think about A.P.C.
The gladiator footwear trend
Sex In the city meets 3,000
There are new trends popping up everywhere. And some are so quickly gone that they aren't worth buying into. But there's been a chic explosion surfacing in the 5 five boroughs and I'm wondering if it's a worldwide epicdemic.
It's the Gladiator Sandal trend. The red pair that I've featured are by Belenciaga. It took me by suprise at first and I kinda thought I was trapped on the set of Troy- A female sequel, but I have to say I'm coming around. Seeing the different styles and ways that women are wearing the Gladiator look is becoming a good look. Were the first few women I saw just not pulling it off, or did it just take some getting used to?
The 3,000 movie meets Sexy In The City! But is this just happening in the city, or is it everywhere?
Drop us a line at feedback@rocawear.com and tell us what new footwear is trendy in your city. This should be interesting.
Picture: Belengiaga
The McQueen/Puma Collabo
The New "Street Low"
European fashion designer/fashion bad boy, Alexandar McQueen, recently teemed up with puma for a collection of summer kicks that are guaranteed to knock you off your feet. If you don't know who McQueen is, he kind of a BIG DEAL in the world of fashion. So for him to team up with an athletic sneaker brand was dope. Click HERE to get an idea of some of the crazy productions he's known for in the world of high fashion. Anyway, the sneaker we’ve featured is called the "Street Low," and is just one pair from a collection of the hot new kicks that have shoe fanatics nationwide drooling. The kicks kinda look like a cross between an old pair of bowling shoes and a pair of Chucks, but with a detailed and edgy touch that McQueen is know for. Click HERE to view the kicks and all the others that McQueen and Puma have put on the shelves this summer.
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Hobo Glam here to stay?
Juicy
Juicy has a new hogo bag that appears to be on the wish list of many young adults this Spring/Summer season. It’s one of the many must-have items on the rise that is driving all the “hobo Glam” haters crazy. It may even cause some of them to reconsider their taste. Check out Juicy Couture’s “Her Royalness Hobo Bag” HERE. It’s comes in three different colors. The most popular is the Grey/White, Navy/Red. Hobo chic haters beware.
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Stylish Water? Metromint says so
The NEW metromint water.
Is the type of water you drink apart of your style? Maybe not literally, but a new water by Metromint sure knows how to catch your eye. They have produced a new 0 calorie mint-flavored water. There are over four flavors of this refreshing freedom and Metromint have taken out some of the guess work by noting the “chill factor” (mint strength) on the bottle of each refreshing flavor. Metromint has many great side effects to put that extra spunk in your swag. This isn’t just a city-life phenomenon either. This water is sold throughout all of the US. Click HERE to view the metromint explosion and to find out where Metromint is sold near you.
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The 40 Year old Flannel
A NYC trend that may be here to stay
There was one type of shirt this summer that every vintage groupie (female and male alike) had to have in NYC. A simple long sleeve flannel button up. I’m not sure if this was just another random NYC fashion trend or if it gave that whole starving artist/grundge look the NYC fashion-forward are always in search for. Where it came? I don’t know, but many people in NY, for the past six months, have been walking around looking like they were dared to find a way to make their Grandad’s flannel from the 30’s look hot. And we all (most of us) have pulled it off in the illest way, usually with the sleeves rolled up. I’ve seen it rocked many different ways, with 1’s, Nike SB Editions, Chucks, even Airmax or luxury sneakers. Get the flannel in any color, get the flannel from any store. What ever you do make sure you get the flannel before it gets too hot outside to roc it. HERE'S an example.
IMAGE: HERE
It's All in the Details
Supra Muska Skytop (Floral)
The Supra Muska Skytop shoe, made by Puma, is the perfection of "fine details". This special addition sneaker has molded heel protection, SupraFoam injections, for foot resistance, and internal toe protection... suited up with wax shoe laces. Oh, and don't forget to check out the "stash pocket," located inside the tounge. It really doesn't get more detailed than this. Click here to snatch a pair while supplies last.
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