| Places and Spaces by Mister Lee | |
Works by Massimo Vitali    In Vitali's recent solo exhibition, at the agnes b Galerie Boutique in Soho, large scale photographs depict scenes from Italy, Turkey and Germany spanning from 2004 to 2011. While one definitely senses Vitali's fascination with the theme of Arcadian Remains, apparent in images of the iconic ruins such as the Ephesus Library and the Hierapolis Theatre, the frailty of the human species is also captured from quite an objective angle. Often times, we humans tend to forget that we are simply pieces in a more monumental puzzle. Vitali takes a vantage point similar to that of a crow's nest to capture people interacting with their environments, thus presenting the human race in a very impartial manner while simultaneously revealing a sort of innocence in the multitudes. The exhibit is on view from December 10, 2011 - January 21, 2012 at: agnes b Galerie Boutique 50 Howard Street NY NY 10013 www.50howardstreet.com http://www.massimovitali.com/ | |
| OWN magazine 12/19/2011 18:24 EST | |
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| Yelle Of The Wild Part I by Mister Lee | |
Images courtesy of Nolan Conway         The French collective, Yelle, speak a universal language of oneness in their sounds. Whether or not you can speak the language of love, the vibrant energy of their songs move you to dance and hug the person next to you. Earlier this December, they came through New York's Webster Hall to a sold out audience and showcased their recent effort, Safari Disco Club, as well as their other classic numbers from over the years. Front woman, Yelle's numerous outfit changes all bore some sort of wild life reference with either an animal print or camouflage, probably to signify the omnipresent primal feelings of love and desire for an all around good time, which all humans share. At several points in their spectacle, Yelle and her 2 counterparts, GrandMarnier and Tepr (who were both garbed in Safari outfits), do drum numbers, which overtake you and send you into absolute lunacy. Yelle are absolute proof that I should have stuck with French as my second language in high school. Latest video for "Comme Un Enfant" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5c-GeBqUgAA http://www.yelle.fr/ | |
| OWN magazine 12/19/2011 17:27 EST | |
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| The Happy Wanderer by Mister Lee | |
Preview S/S '12 CPT by Cockpit USA.     For the Spring 2012 collection, CPT by Cockpit takes its lead from the grandness of the Appalachian Trail and mirrors its unpolished, yet pristine nature with relaxed fit shirts, jerseys, and utility shorts. The geological palette features an array of olive greens, stone hued khaki grays and burnt orange accents. Additionally, pieces in the collection take their names from various elements of the trail. Since the trail's 1921 inception, the path has grown from Maine to Georgia, with over 5000 hikers treading it's grounds. It's estimated that the trail takes 5 million footsteps to complete, passing through small towns and is a haven to over 2,000 species of rare and endangered plants and animals. Take a glimpse into the behind the scenes footage of the look book shoot, which showcases bona-fide hikers gallivanting through the scenic Appalachian Trail: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGV4gjz_Elk http://www.cptclothing.com/ | |
| OWN magazine 12/15/2011 12:19 EST | |
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| Barque Aim To Overhaul Menswear | |
Words by Mister Lee  The New York City based line, Barque, aims to reinvigorate menswear with an understated, but full on contemporary facelift. They take on the traditional wardrobe staples, using their own sense of clever detailing, cuts and finishes, resulting in a modern ensemble of classic pieces. English gentry and 60s mod are an underlying theme in the flawlessly tailored collection, which is comprised of blazers, pea coats, and trenches. The line also has quirky printed shirts, wool flat caps, heavy-duty knits, Breton stripe nuances and denim accents. By shying away from trends and fads, Barque aim to keep the collection timeless and elegant. http://www.barquenewyork.com/ | |
| OWN magazine 12/13/2011 7:33 EST | |
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| Around The World With Blue Claw | |
Words by Mister Lee   With silhouettes to suite all of life's scenarios, Blue Claw's founder, Adam Blitzer drew upon his own world traveling experiences as the basis for the line. Founded in 2010, the brand's manifesto is to provide durable luggage to last a lifetime and only uses the finest imported leathers and sturdy non-rip ballistic nylon. The luxurious, handcrafted bags are constructed using the highest standards, while keeping in mind global travel and all the wear and tear it entails. Blending practicality and aesthetic appeal, the collection includes duffels, bathroom, shoe and over night bags along with the line's signature and highly acclaimed Worton Weekender. Fine quality and all American craftsmanship, with an accent on minimalism, truly make the 'anti-wheeled' luggage line timeless and a soon-to-be staple among all those with discerning tastes. http://blueclawco.com/ | |
| OWN magazine 12/13/2011 6:30 EST | |
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