#TRENDING: CROCHET

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Sonia

It’s finally starting to feel like summer in LA again which means less is more. Forget about all the layers to stay warm, it’s time for the fabrics that don’t radiate heat like chiffon, crochet, and linen.

The crochet Toms almost sold out the first week we got them, which prompted me to make crochet the #trending topic of the week.  The classic Toms were given a summer make-over with the crochet Toms.  The delicate holes allow your toes to breathe and won’t make your feet sweaty.

I give the Joe shorts by Funktional two thumbs up.  Everyone knows that black goes with anything and the crochet detail is perfect for the summer, giving the shorts a casual and lightweight feel.  Women’s Wear Daily seems to agree and recently featured the shorts on their own blog.

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SOCO’S BOOK OF THE MONTH: APPETITE FOR DESIGN EAT ME

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Soco

Finally! Someone has fashioned a book involving two of my favorite things ever, food and design. From cover to content this book is filled with foodie design aesthetics and culture. Gathering projects by 87 artists and designers from around the world, Appetite for Design EAT ME contains recent art creations, social events, packaging, branding, products and environmental design all with a food theme.

This collection really demonstrates how food is as complex as its native people. I’m not just talking about ingredients, or culinary performance, but the way appliances and utensils have evolved along with technologies. The cover was also has a fine representation of food design, as it resembles a chocolate wafer with a bite taken out of it. It’s no surprise that such innovative approaches to food preparation and presentation are breaking the barriers of science, art, and tradition. I love that this book celebrates food and how it’s involved in our daily lives, manifested not only with ingredients but with branding, products, interior design, and art. This is a book you’ll be hungry for!

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SOUND BOX – THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Hunter

THE NEIGHBOURHOOD – SWEATER WEATHER
The southern California band drops their latest track called: Sweater weather! For more music from the neighbourhood visit here!

http://thenbhd.com/

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KICK OF THE WEEK: DOLCE VITA

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Hunter

DV By Dolce Vita – Cork Wedge (Nude Leather)
A triplet of single straps weaves a braided dimension on a breezy sandal set on a natural cork wedge complete with a hemp sole. Comes complete with a leather upper and back zip closure


DV by Dolce Vita ‘Jude’ Sandal (Cognac Leather)
A seamless wedge skyrockets a sultry peep-toe marked by bold, interlocking straps weaving down the vamp. Comes with a leather upper and back zip closure.

Launched in 2001, Dolce Vita’s nonchalant attitude towards fashion resulted in footwear and clothing lines that are effortlessly stylish yet delightfully flirty. By showcasing chic looks attributed to the label’s very own modern muse—the young, the restless and the glamorous, Dolce Vita has developed an earnest following and is a favorite here at Blackmarket!

Come down for these and more great styles @BlackmarketLA

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ARTIST OF THE WEEK: BIG K.R.I.T.

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Hunter

This week we are featuring Mississippi Rapper / Producer BIG K.R.I.T. as he just dropped his lates mixtape ’4Eva N A Day’ which is available below.

The Southern musician is known for his ‘Trunk Music’ roots and was featured in the XXL freshman class of 2011. Click below to Download his new mixtape! You can even give it a listen before you download. GO!

Look out for more from BIG K.R.I.T.

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BRAND SPOTLIGHT: THE HUNDREDS

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Hunter

It’s about that time, May is here and the weather is getting nicer! Time to put away the winter jackets and break out the tanks and shorts. Tough life… The Hundreds has just what you need for your summer wear. Take a look!

Hundreds Fluorescent Tank Top (Black)
Here we have an all cotton hundreds tank top featuring their signature “Adam Bomb” logo. Comes in Black with a more tropical color scheme. DOPE.

Hundreds x New Era 59fifty Fitted Cap (Black / White)
This fitted cap from New Era has set the standard on comfort and style and has once again teamed up with The Hundreds to create a classic touch using the Black and White coloration. Once again featuring their Adam Bomb logo.

Not Bad for a couple guys with nothing but some big aspirations.

Come down to Blackmarket to get your Spring / Summer apparel game up. We have everything you need!

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POST-COACHELLA DEPRESSION?

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Sonia

I couldn’t have said it better myself… I actually just got back to reality a few days ago. At least I have my AMAZING Eskuche headphones to cope with my post-coachella depression and lack of heavy speakers blasting nonstop bass.  The headphones are audio engineered with LR Soundsystems, “creating the optimal audio experience for all your devices”.  I swear it’s like being front row of a show minus the aggressive, sweaty people pushing you. Shout outs to Julio for hooking me up with headphones because I underestimated the power of headphones until now.

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#TRENDING: RIVIERAS SHOES

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Sonia

Rivieras Shoes is the newest addition to BM.  Rivieras are “the shoes worn on Spain’s celebrated Costa Blanca in the years just after the war”.  Although they have been redesigned to fit in with contemporary style, it stays true to it’s distinctive fifties look.  With summer around the corner, these shoes are perfect for that laidback, relaxed look… or you can even dress them up with a nice pair of slacks.  It’s not exactly trending yet (in America at least) but I have a feeling that it will be soon, so be the first one to rock these. No seriously, BM is one of the few stores to carry this brand in California let alone the US.

 

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Personal Planetarium

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Soco

Space, the final frontier… and something that man has wondered about since the dawn of time. Lots of us have taken a moment to look up and marvel at the night sky. Moving to the city really hinders that same feeling with all those darn lights. Well now the company Dreams USA Inc. has come up with an awesome product called Projector Dome. These domes project a planetary image on your wall/ceiling. You can have your very own planetarium in  your home.

The domes are small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, and come in a variety of planetary figures. We currently have the planet Earth, Saturn, and the Moon. The Moon being my personal favorite! In an average room the projected image can be 2-3 feet in diameter. The dome also has a sensor at the bottom that reacts to water. So you can bring the dome in while you take a bath and it will project the image as it floats on the surface. As the dome floats along the image will float along with it, bringing a soothing experience for your bath.

Moon Projection

Earth Projection

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1-2-1 W/ JEFF STAPLE INTERVIEW (RZA)

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Hunter

PART 1:

For the 15th installment of the ongoing 1-2-1 w/jeffstaple series, JEFF STAPLE the Creative Director of Staple Design and Reed Space sits down for a two-part back and forth with none other than Wu-Tang Clan founding member the RZA. Touching on his introduction to hip-hop, The Abbot discusses the rush he felt when the music took him over – literally rendering him unable to do anything else with his life. Eloquent as always, RZA takes the viewer on a 20-minute investigation that shaped him as both a musician and as a man.

PART 2:

This is insightful for anybody who is chasing their aspirations, RZA came from nothing and became a brilliant composer, not only for WuTang, but for film as well. KEEP PURSUING YOUR DREAMS PPL!

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