Author: JD
THE ARMSTRONG LIE
I GOTTA SEE THIS “The Armstrong Lie” picks up in 2013 and presents a riveting, insider’s view of the unraveling of one of the most extraordinary stories in the history of sports. As Lance Armstrong himself says: “I didn’t live a lot of lies, but I lived one big one.”” Opens in LA & NY on November 8, iTunes
LADIES!! LETS GO SHOPPING
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN So Kate 120 patent-leather pumps $625 JUST CAVALLI Printed silk-satin jacket $1,090 JIL SANDER Metallic printed cashmere-blend sweater $1,590 GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Ester leopard-print calf hair pumps $725 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Quilted chenille dress $2,385
Balenciaga Paneled Bomber Jacket
FRESH!!!! Giving a luxe twist to what is now practically a wardrobe staple, Balenciaga have crafted this piece from contrasting tonal fabrics with a slight sheen in classic military style, and added a detachable quilted lining that extends all the way down the sleeves for extra warmth. It’s available now from MR PORTER.
24karats x BAPE New Era Snapback Cap
FRESH!!! The black wool upper received a gold BAPE head logo embroidery, matching gold New Era logo placement and gets further upgraded with a faux croc brim in matching black. The cap is now available from BAPE stores around the globe.
FUJIFILM INSTAX MINI 90 NEO CLASSIC CAMERA
DOPE Fujifilm Instax Mini 90 Neo Classic Camera ($200). This well-built, high-end instant camera goes beyond most of its competitors, adding various shooting modes for a range of applications, including: double exposure and macro modes for greater shooting creativity, party mode and speed mode for those tougher shots, and a bulb mode for long exposures at night. After you shoot, just develop, print, and pass around your photos on the spot
Vertu Launched Its Second Android-Based Smartphone: Constellation
Constellation is the second Android-based smartphone released by Vertu, after Ti (which was unveiled earlier this year). With an elegant and sleek design, the brand new gadget embodies everything that Vertu believes in: from exclusive materials and hand craftsmanship to outstanding engineering (and technology). Once again, the luxury brand proves that technology and luxury go hand in hand. Constellation is covered in sumptuous real calf’s leather, which makes it feel very comfortable when in hand. It comes in five different colours, to match your style. You can choose from: black, dark brown, light brown, orange and cherry. “Each Constellation is handmade in England by a single craftsman. Only once they are entirely happy with it, do they put their name to it.” When it comes to performance, here’s what you get if you purchase it: a 1.7GHz dual-core processor, a display with a 720p resolution, Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, a 13-megapixel camera, a 1,800mAh battery and 32GB of built-in storage. No LTE connectivity. $6,300
ENDEAVOR ARCHETYPE
ITS ABOUT THAT TIME Endeavor’s Archetype is a lightweight, powder-specific snowboard with a split tail that sinks into the snow for a ride that floats in the powder and also makes for a very responsive ride when you need to quickly navigate those tight turns. The board also features a seamless, one-piece sidewall, carbon reinforced laminate, and laser-etched graphics in the top sheet that give you a peek at the board’s construction. $1,329, Endeavor