Nike Lunar Force 1 '14

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After missing out on the first release of Nike's Lunar Force 1, I've frequently been checking eBay for a pair in my size, but to no avail. Fortunately the latest version of the shoe might be even better. While I'm not 100% sold on the translucent sole, I much prefer the classic full leather upper.

—Available at End

Takeshi Omura Ceramics

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After studying under well-known potter Keisuke Iwata, Takeshi Omura moved back to his hometown of Fukuoka, set up a kiln and began developing his own style. His pieces are recognizable by their almost metallic feeling, and seem to find the right balance between refined and rustic.

—Available at Analogue Life

Book/Shop Summer Reading Lists

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—01. Modern Architecture.
—02. Why People Photograph.

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If you're not already familiar with Book/Shop, it's well worth browsing their online store and keeping an eye out for upcoming shop-in-shops as their edited offering is a very good one. On their blog, the summer recommendations are always a highlight. Whether you're interested in what other people are reading, or in need of some inspiration, it's a lovely ongoing feature to check in on.

—The Book/Shop Journal: Summer Reading Lists

New Balance CRT300VW

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—01. Suede and mesh upper.

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The CRT300 stands out as a unique retro-inspired tennis shoe amongst all the others out there. Pairing CT300 styling – originally from 1979 – with a REVlite sole, the classic silhouette is given a modern update. An array of bright colours have been released, but this simpler white option is my preference.

—Available at Up There Store

Bermuda Trips Mashiko Pottery

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—01. Black Glaze with White Drip Rim.

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Dean and Natsumi recently returned from a trip to Japan, filling their bags with new products for their Bermuda Trips website. There are some great Alumite bento and pocket snack boxes, some indigo bandanas and deadstock bottle openers, but my personal favorites are the handmade Mashiko pottery pieces. With several unique cups to chose from, this small sake cup is my pick of the bunch.

—Available at Bermuda Trips

Kolor 20/2 OX 1Tuck Cropped Pants

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—01. Golden brown.
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Kolor's single-pleat cropped pants were one of my favourite items I picked up this season, and the fall version has just landed at Silver and Gold. The casual style is offered in two plain colours, made in Japan from 100% cotton.

—Available at Silver and Gold

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—01. Not in Fashion.
—02. Bodum Chambord 8 Cup Cafetiere.
—03. Inc. – No World.
—04. California Surfing and Climbing in the Fifties.

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In the last few weeks we've updated our Reviews section with plenty of new content. Most of the write-ups appeared on the popular Items of Interest pages in past issues of the magazine, but there are a couple of new ones to read as well.

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Nike Free OG SP TZ

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To commemorate the tenth anniversary of Nike Free, as well as the shoes that influenced the groundbreaking concept, the 'Genealogy' pack was unveiled earlier this year. Taking that campaign a step further, the brand have now released a selection of the same styles with black uppers, including this Free OG model with a speckled grey sole – a detail that's always hard to resist.

—Available at Hanon