Globe introduces the world’s first-ever skateboard with an in-built speaker. Teaming up with Boombotix, the Australian-born company has incorporated Bluetooth technology and a speaker with 50mm driver so riders can enjoy skating without headphones.
TweetNew York graffiti artist STASH is commemorated with a signature spray can produced by Japan’s leading furniture company, Karimoku Furniture. Crafted in both a light and dark wood material, the creations are a marriage of artistry and workmanship.
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Designed by Hirst – a long time friend of the hotel – The Connaught’s inaugural Christmas tree stands at over 30ft tall. Unveiled today outside the hotel in Mayfair, the decorated Norway Spruce draws inspiration from the sense of hope derived from the power of science and medicine, one of Hirst’s most enduring themes. The tree is dressed with over 300 decorations, including a series of festively reimagined medical instruments, snowmen formed of giant pills, as well as traditional white doves – a symbol of hope, beauty and fragility – and garlands of pink sausages, playfully reflecting the idea of Christmas being a time of plenty.
Commenting on the tree, Hirst said: ‘The Christmas tree is a celebration of togetherness, a joyful symbol of hope and love. For the decorations, I wanted to reference some of the amazing things that give us hope in the world today.’
Paddy McKillen co-owner of the Connaught stated: ‘We were thrilled that Damien jumped to the challenge to create our first Connaught Christmas Tree. We have a longstanding friendship since he created his amazing butterfly Kaleidoscope paintings for the Connaught’s Hélène Darroze restaurant. I really hope this tree will be enjoyed by our guests, our Mayfair neighbours and the whole of London.’
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Creative collective Ghostly International has teamed up with Brooklyn-based candle makers Joya on a limited edition candle entitled “Invincible Summer.” All made in New York City, the candle features an earthy and bold mixture of red shiso, yen ben lemon, oak leaves, jasmine buds, cyclamen, wild mint, sandalwood, sycamore and pale musk.
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Medicom Toy gets in on the new Star Wars film with two 100% (70 mm) Bearbricks in the likening of Darth Maul and Darth Vader in a translucent blue holographic iteration.
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