A giant white truffle was sold off on Sunday for 105,000 euros (144,000 dollars) at a lavish auction near the town of Alba in northern Italy, organisers said. The truffle, presented at the auction in the medieval Castello di Grinzane in a region of Italy famous for its cuisine, weighed 900 grammes. The price per gramme for the truffle was therefore 117 euros — lower than the rate of 133 euros per gramme paid at the same auction last year. The buyer was Jeannie Cho Lee, a South Korean wine critic living in Hong Kong, who made her bid via a satellite link-up. Lee said on her Twitter account that she bought the truffle together with friends and will hold “a white truffle feast” after it arrives on Tuesday. “It is all for charity so it isn’t logical prices,” she said. Last year’s truffle also went to a buyer from Hong Kong. Italian businessman Antonio Bertolotto bought three truffles for a total of 108,000 euros (147,000 dollars) and said he would donate one to Pope Benedict XVI. Most of the proceeds from the auction will go to Italian scholarships and charities as well as the Mother’s Choice children’s charity in Hong Kong. “Truffle allows gourmets and gourmands from around the world to meet up in this corner of the Piemonte region,” said Tomaso Zanoletti, an Italian senator who helped organise the auction.
Here’s a video recap of last Wednesday’s events w/ Kid Cudi in Chicago at both RSVP Gallery & his album release party @superfun. Almost 400 people lined up at R.S.V.P. Gallery with some driving from as far as Arkansas for Kid Cudi’s in store signing. Also in attendance was Chip Tha Ripper Cudi’s producer Dot Da Genius who were all happy to sign albums too. Great day all around w/ friends and labelmates Big Sean, Chip Tha Ripper, Chuck Inglish (The Cool Kids), GLC, and Million $ Mano later showing up at the release party at Chicago’s weekly Wednesday party @superfunparty. Here check out the video and judge for yourself!
Concepts is proud to present they’re newest partnership project with Canada Goose.
Canada Goose is recognized internationally as the leading manufacturer of extreme weather outerwear in the world. For over 50 years, Canada Goose has been developing quality parkas and jackets designed to withstand the coldest temperatures for the people who live and work in them. Modifying the Alberta Vest design, they created something that doesn’t compromise the heritage and dedication to quality outerwear Canada Goose is known for. Using an Arctic-Tech waterproof shell, 625 fill power white duck down for the body & removable hood, fleece lined pockets with soft leather under pocket flaps and side seam zippers – our interpretation of this CG classic vest is now ready for use on the streets of Harvard Square.
The Concepts Alberta Vest in available in 2 colors – Red / Military Olive & Red / Tan
Manufactured in the Canada Goose factory in Toronto, Canada
KeapHope collective released a short video–a dope ride with some sweet gear through New York City. They were able to capture the true essence of the strip (belt), the versatility of it, the ability to add appeal to any outfit as well as the unique mechanisms that reinvented an everyday item by improving functionality. Created and Directed by Dan Dealy, Gustavo Roman and Jamie Falkowski. Editing courtesy of Gustavo Roman.
Fresh on the heels of their Photo Workshop at Deitch Gallery, Levi’s has opened up a new Premium concept store in the Meatpacking District at 414 West 14th St., just past 9th Ave.Continuing with the all-American theme, the shop has a modern Western set-up that has a quaint feel to it from the Pendleton Native American blankets to the saloon style tailoring nook towards the back of the store.Levi’s maximized the use of their space so that everything was aesthetically pleasing while, at the same time, not making the store feel too cluttered. No waste of space, done in good taste.Make sure to check out the all of the dope premium offerings at the new shop soon.
Duck Sauce “Barbara Streisand” #1 on UK Billboard Charts
After setting youtube on fire (to the tune of 1 Million views in a month), Fool’s Gold group, Duck Sauce has claimed the Billboard top spot in UK with their smash hit “Barbara Streisand”. Not bad considering the song has absolutely nothing to do with Babs. Check out the video and all of its cameo laden glory.
After profiling the Reed Space NYC x Redu Homeroom event, we bring you a special edition of Jeff Staple’s “1-2-1″ interview series. In this episode, Staple sits down with the artists whose works were featured at the Redu Homeroom gallery as they discuss a diverse range of topics.
Fredo 3 Dimensional Art
Visual artist Fredo uses a technique to create the illusion of pencil drawings being 3 dimensional by incorporating actual objects. Check out more (trust us you want to) at Fredo’s webspace.
Kanye West Interview with Matt Lauer
With Yeezy, all you have to do is watch. via msnbc
OFWGKTA Invades NYC (Madbury Club Spread)
In an excellent hybrid of photography and journalism, The Madbury Club crew documented one of the recently more anticipated shows by controversial group, Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All. Head over to the Club to READ the article AND look at the visuals.
Princess Hijab: Artist.Politico.Criminal
Controversial Parisian street artist, “Princess Hijab” is making waves with his/her “alterations” of Paris High Fashion advertisements. In Paris it is illegal (for even Muslim women) to wear a niqab or veil. Princess Hijab has embarked on making a comment about this law through illegal art. Badass. Take a closer look at a few of Hijab’s pieces.
Levi’s x Pendleton Show the Ladies some Love.
After a successful collaboration on the Menswear side, Levi’s and Pendleton decided to work that same magic for a women’s collection. Check the preview at HighSnobette.
Ron English in Miami
In preparation for the stateside component of prestigious art show, Art Basel, pop artist Ron English headed to Miami and got to work. His works will be featured as part of the Wynwood Walls Exhibit. More images at English’s blog Popaganda.
Parra x Defrag
We all know Parra for the great projects he’s done with brands like Nike, Arktip, Incase, Vans etc… so it’s always good when we can get a more in depth view of the creative process behind the product. Japanese based lifestyle magazine, Defrag posted a great interview with Parra himself. Check it out. Defrag x Parra.
Gucci + Jay-Z’s Decoded
As Jay-Z’s book release draws nearer, we’re seeing pages pop up in the most unlikely places. Add Gucci’s flagship store in NYC to that list. Recently, images were unveiled of pages from Decoded, lining the interior of a Gucci leather jacket. This was made specifically for the Gucci window (no retail) and once the window display is done, the fashion house will be gifting the jacket to Jay. via HighSnobiety.
Thursday, October 21st, Stretch Armstrong & Bobbito Garcia celebrated the 20th anniversary of the greatest and most influential Hip-Hop radio show of all time. Sadly, this was juxtaposed with the very last airing of Sucio Smash’s “Squeeze Radio Show“, which ends a 20 year WKCR 89.9 (89-tec-9) FM Hip-Hop legacy at the 1-5am time slot.
The Stretch and Bobbito Show was a perfect blend of a game of the dozens, on steroids, and a streamline of insanely talented Hip-Hop artists throughout the course of their program. They featured a multitude of prominent emcees before they had record labels who range from the Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Big L, to the Notorious B.I.G.
This clip includes highlights of the night with a slew of musical heavyweights: DJ Riz, Bobbito, DJ A-Trak, Sucio Smash, DJ Homocide, Stretch, Lord Sear, DJ Eclipse, and Large Professor. Shout-outs to DJ Soul who was the in-house DJ for the evening, Dante Ross, Mr. Len, and everyone else who was in attendance. The topics of choice range from the Notorious B.I.G. challenging Stretch to a “yoyoyo” battle on the street to how Large Professor wrote his verse from “Live At the BBQ” on the spot at the show.
Much respect due to everyone who was in attendance. Also, Sucio Smash is also now writing a weekly article for Vibe Magazine, that highlights musicians who aren’t getting the coverage they deserve, which you can check out here.
Last night, we here at LTD had the opportunity to stop by Reed Space for the REDU Homeroom event. The show showcased artwork by Neck Face, Scott Campbell, Lucien Marc-Smith, Luis Gispert and Jose Parla . Make it your business to stop by Reed Space and support the cause. All the proceeds from artwork, t-shirts, accessories and posters go to donorschoose.org
Japanese born, Italian trained designer Ryusaku Hiruma links up with Converse for a third time to put his unique touch on the Star Tech model. Combining classical, handmade construction and detailing to an athletic shoe Hiruma’s luxe sensibilities make these a pleasure to look at and wear. This shoe will be released as a part of Converse’s First String collection, the brand’s high-end product line that showcases creativity, individuality and of course expert craftsmanship. These are limited to 64 pairs available to the ENTIRE WORLD. Check this video in which we get a look inside the mind of Hiruma as he is creating for Converse and also a few select images of the product.
The sak for Converse Star Tech shoe will be sold exclusively in the United States at:
Turntable legend, Visionary, Standard-Bearer Terry Urban has dropped a new project on us. This is the third installment of his “How My Brain Works” series in which he blends together artists and genres of music to create unique sounds that are just as much intriguing as they are compatible. Click the link to download and take a listen for yourself.
Our guide to the best boutiques around the country and the world. Map your cross-country sneaker roadtrip or just find a hookup for when you hit the tarmac in a new city.
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