Justin Timberlake - "Mirrors" Official Video | IamJuanC

 Coinciding with his latest album “The 20/20 Experience,” hitting stores today, Justin Timberlake shares a narrative-heavy film to the poignant hit single “Mirrors.” Following a love story which outlasts the test of time through good and bad, the eight-minute video is a moving testament to his grandparents, William and Sadie who play strong characters in this short, ending with an appearance from JT himself who dances through a room of mirrors in high falsetto. The video reveals a number of personal references, including William’s failing health in preventing him from attending JT’s wedding, a scene captured by his grandparents’ wedding ring falling, only to be caught by JT. If the leaks of the LP and his performances on Jimmy Fallon haven’t caught your attention, then this latest dispatch will no doubt dispel any doubts that Justin Timberlake is back in a big way, and is here to stay.

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Hermés Atmos Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre | IamJuanC

 The relationship between Hermés and Jaeger-LeCoultre dates back nearly a century, when the first Hermés timepieces were supplied with Jaeger movements. In the late ’70s, however, the iconic French fashion house began producing its own timekeeping products, effectively halting a decades-old partnership with the Swiss horologists. It was something of a revelation then when Jaeger-LeCoultre announced its latest collaborator as none other than Hermés, the result of which is a new iteration of the legendary Atmos Clock. Arguably the most celebrated line of desk clocks ever produced, the gas-fueled piece of horological history will also receive an update courtesy of a third party — Les Cristalleries de Saint-Louis. The glassblowing specialists created an air-blown, double-layer glass dome cut to create a dotted exterior – a breathtakingly beautiful shell that allows for a glimpse at the clock’s JLC-caliber 560a Atmos movement. In a limited quantity of 176, the Hermés Atmos Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre will sell for a price of 30,000 euros (approximately $39,000 USD).

Cartier Apollo 11 Gold Replica | IamJuanC

Typically associated with luxurious accessories and timepieces, iconic Parisian jeweler Cartier created solid gold replicas of the Apollo 11 Lunar Excursion Module for astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. Created in honor of the 1969 “Space Race” mission that saw Armstrong and the Americans set foot on the moon for the very first time, the trio of miniature golden spacecrafts are the highlight of this year’s “Out of this World! Jewelry in the Space Age” exhibition at the Forbes Galleries in New York City’s Greenwich Village. The exhibit, opening this weekend, showcases artistic depictions of humans in space from ancient times to present and includes jewelry crafted from space materials, pieces flown in outer space by astronauts, and much more. “Out of this World! Jewelry in the Space Age” opened Saturday, March 16 at the Forbes Galleries’ dedicated Jewelry Gallery and will remain on display through September 7.

OriginalFake KAWS 2013 Astro Boy Companion Grey | IamJuanC

OriginalFake releases the Astro Boy Companion in Grey in collaboration with KAWS, who previously released his color interpretation of the iconic manga robot last year with both a figure and a T-shirt. Honoring the Osamu Tezuka-created character’s original 1952 black and white appearance, the Companion incorporates instantly recognizable elements from both characters, and was release at KAWSONE on March 15.

Mike Hill x Vans Syndicate Authentic Pro S Mint/Vanilla | IamJuanC

Vans Syndicate‘s increasingly deep relationship with Alien Workshop has produced numerous exciting products, the latest being a collaborative release with Mike Hill. Hill, the art director behind Alien Workshop’s aesthetic, outfitted a pair of Authentics into a clean offering for the upcoming season. The canvas upper is offered in a distinct mint (not to be confused with Tiffany Blue) color, playing off of the vanilla white of the sole. A hiking-style lacing option, custom footbed and ‘sovereign sect’ heel tab complete the shoe. Previously available via the UK’s Flatspot, the collaborative low-top will soon be available at additional Vans Syndicate accounts across the globe.

Villa F by Hornung and Jacobi Architecture | Rhodes, Greece | IamJuanC

A curving road wraps the coast of rhodes, greece, flanked by the ocean on one side and a pre-existing retaining stone wall on the other. german practice hornung and jacobi architecture have proposed a single-family residence embedded into the fibers that make up the mediterranean context manifested as a contemporary vessel. the main entrance is the only object that interrupts the continuous rock barrier, a garage that resides underground ending in a winding staircase at the opposite end. the first level puts the user in the middle of the convergence of light, space, and views. the general form consists in a bent and faceted rectangular prism, lifted off the ground framing the ocean's horizon. the elevated exterior ground plane houses a swimming pool and ample yard space under the overhanging bedroom space, where parametric triangular apertures open sight lines from the private program to the water below. the living and dining rooms are next to the pool, in a semi-elevated level from the entry and kitchen area. the program also prompted for a guest house which was embedded into the landscape as a separate structure from the primary house, connected by a landscaped walkway that maintains a certain level of privacy for each party but retains a sense of unity as well.

Bowers & Wilkins Z2 AirPlay Speaker System | IamJuanC

Why choose between a wireless speaker or a docking system? With the Bowers & Wilkins Z2 AirPlay Speaker System ($400), you don't have to. A fresh take on the Zeppelin Mini, the Z2 features a top-mounted Lighting dock that fits iPhones and iPods, as well as built-in Wi-Fi for AirPlay support. Other features include class D amplifiers, custom 3.5-inch drivers with fiberglass cones, a glass-reinforced ABS enclosure, a 3.5mm auxiliary input, and your choice of black or white bodies.

Philips DesignLine LED 3D TV | IamJuanC

When it’s turned off, it looks like a black-to-transparent gradient mirror in the living room. When it’s on, Philips‘ DesignLine LED 3D TV is a cutting-edge, razor-sharp, supermodel-thin entertainment hub. As television continues to evolve, Philips has taken an artistic, minimalist approach to how we consume media, creating their newest TV in the form of a glass sheet. The DesignLine can stand, hang, or lean on any wall (thanks to a newly developed mounting system) and seamlessly connects to home networks to access online content. As early as the second quarter of 2013, Philips’ DesignLine could be available to European and Russian markets in 46″ and 55″ options.

Samsung Galaxy S4 | IamJuanC

Samsung continues to vie with Apple for smartphone supremacy with the new Galaxy S4. Featuring a 5-inch AMOLED panel boasting 441 ppi for unparalleled clarity, the S4 aims to be the definitive multimedia smartphone. Ensuring that the crisp display doesn’t go to waste, the phone boasts a powerful 2GB RAM and will be running Android 4.2.2. Weighing at 130 grams, the S4 is 0.7 mm thinner and 3 grams lighter than its forerunner – impressive considering its larger screen and battery. Improving its camera with f/2.2 aperture and autofocus, the S4 gets a bump to 13 megapixels for the rear-facing camera and 2 megapixels for the front-facing camera – which ties into a dual video call mode which allows callers to see what you’re looking at during video calls. The Samsung Galaxy S4 is set to hit stores globally at the end of April, in black and white with other hues in later months. There’s currently no price tag for this flagship, but we’re sure it’ll be worth the asking price.

Me personally not a fan I'm #TeamiPhone all day but I guess cool phone. -JuanC

Christian Louboutin Dandy Pik Pik Flat Black Patent | IamJuanC

New from French footwear designer Christian Louboutin is the latest iteration of the Dandy Pik Pik. A slim loafer similar to the studded Louis Pik Pik, the Dandy Pik Pik comes in all-black with a patent leather upper, a variety of spike sizes throughout, and Louboutin’s signature bright red outsole. The contemporary loafer is now available online for $1,895 USD.

Depeche Mode x Hublot Big Bang for charity: water | IamJuanC

Legendary English alternative rock band Depeche Mode teamed up with renowned watchmaker Hublot for a special-edition timepiece. Limited to 250 pieces, the collaboration is an effort to benefit charity: water, an organization committed to providing clean drinking water to the approximately 800 million people living without it. The piece itself is a black chronograph with stud detailing around the bezel, finished with a matching leather band. The members of Depeche Mode habe notably committed themselves to fundraising over the years, teaming up with Hublot previously in 2010 to benefit the Teenage Cancer Trust. More information is still in the works, but the exceptional piece looks to be for a great cause.

2013 LaFerrari Officially Revealed | Video | IamJuanC

 

 For years, many have looked to Ferrari as the definition of design and performance. The 2013 LaFerrari is very much that as it comes on the heels of its predecessor, the Enzo to create what the Italian company claims is “maximum expression” of what it represents as an automotive company. With a combination 6.3 liter V12 combining 789 horsepower with a further 160-hp electric engine, low-end torque propels the sports car to 62 mph (100 km/h) in under three seconds, as you reach 124 mph in impressive manner after seven seconds. The car also boasts a top speed of 205 mph. Positioned as the brand’s fastest ever — entirely expected given its position within the brand lineup — LaFerrari is on track to set some all new benchmarks for the automotive heavyweight.

Tudor Watches to Officially Return to U.S. Market | IamJuanC

Although many are familiar with Rolex, its subsidiary brand Tudor might fly under the radar for some as its models have been all but absent from the U.S. market for close to 10 years now. However, it was officially announced recently that Rolex has created a new subsidiary called Tudor Watch USA, LLC and promises to resume the availability of Tudor-branded timepieces in the U.S. as early as late summer this year.

While additional details on the reentry are soon to come, HODINKEE Executive Editor Benjamin Clymer and a few other loyal admirers of the brand are the first to welcome Tudor back to American shores in the video featured above.

Click here watch the official Welcome Back, Tudor Promo Video

Nigel Sylvester x Casio G-Shock “Black Out” | Video | IamJuanC

Queens-born pro BMXer Nigel Sylvester links up with Casio to present a gritty, surreal promo for his upcoming G-Shock, the second one he has designed for the watchmaker. A very localized interpretation of time and motion in the Big Apple, Sylvester gets a helping hand from fellow New Yorkers including Angie Martinez, Jadakiss, Styles P, Vashtie, Yaris Sanchez, Vado, DJ Clark Kent, “Hawaii” Mike, Jeny Romero, Sasha Del Valle, Russ Begtson, B-dot, Chad Gittens and Sam Sneed. As the title of the clip suggests, Sylvester’s latest G-Shock model features a “black out” color scheme with a reverse LCD display and white highlights. Look for the watch at select stockists later this month.

 

New Jimmy Choo Snakeskin-Effect High Tops | IamJuanC

Jimmy Choo releases a pair of luxury snakeskin high tops, available now at MR PORTER packaged with branded dust bags. The £633 GBP (approximately $960 USD) shoes feature a leather lining and partially concealed silver eyelets. As for the upper, while the sneakers do break up some of the continuity of the pattern by introducing padded panels and stitching, it’s the textures that really make this pair happen. The gray leather upper opts for a much more rugged snakeskin pattern than those typically seen used in similar items and it pairs well with the coarser foxing on the white midsole.

Mr. Violet – Balenciaga Monochromatic Pleated Violet Sneakers | IamJuanC

The Platform is a new series of videos that highlight highly sought after products in high-end fashion, as well as providing interviews. The first video, Mr. Violet, features the newest colorway of the mixed material Balenciaga pleated monochromatic sneakers ($595) from the Spring/Summer 2013 Collection. These limited sneakers are available to be purchased now at Private Queue. Check out the video, subscribe to the channel and share.
 

Aston Martin x Silver Cross Stroller | IamJuanC

Why should the parents be the only ones in the family to enjoy Aston Martin-level luxury? The Aston Martin x Silver Cross Stroller (£2,000; roughly $3,000) will swaddle your little one in the kind of comforts usually reserved for high end sports cars, including a chassis finished in anodized aluminum and magnesium alloy, a seat finished in Alcantara and leather, a carrycot done in Alcantara, performance fabric, and leather, Alcantara harness and buckle protector pads, and a hood, apron, winter footmuff, sun shade, rain shield, and a folding, detachable shopping basket. Good luck fitting it in the backseat of your DB9.

Steelcase Gesture Chair | IamJuanC

Most office chairs are designed to give us comfort and support as we sit in front of a computer all day — but with the proliferation of smartphones and tablets, we're pulled away from our desktop setups more and more. The Steelcase Gesture Chair was designed with this change in mind. As such, it's built to support a wide variety of postures and sitting preferences, promising to give you support whether you're banging away at a keyboard, casually browsing a report on your iPad, or cranking out a quick text on your phone. Oh, and it doesn't look too shabby, either. Coming this fall.

Apple’s iWatch to Arrive by the End of 2013? | IamJuanC

As rumors abound surrounding the release of Apple‘s potentially wearable technologies, all signs are now hinting at the possible release of the Apple iWatch sometime later this year. Of course, with the product’s release unconfirmed by Apple, the rumor still remains speculative at best. The iWatch is thought to combine the functionality of a phone with GPS and health monitoring sensors. The news source also hints at Jony Ive’s (Apple’s Chief Product Designer) longstanding interest in watches, while the company’s venture into wearable fitness tracking with Nike+ and the FuelBand may have been a platform for the iWatch. While mum is still the word on Apple’s end, another wearable computer from Google may serve as the impetus for speeding up the launch date.

Rolls Royce Wraith Coupe | IamJuanC

The Rolls Royce Wraith, set for a release later this year, features environmental sensors that use global positioning technology to determine which gears are to be used on a particular stretch of road. This feature is so advanced that it can calculate which gear of the 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox is to be used even at a particular corner. Other features of the car include a full infotainment system, heads-up display, and voice-command support. Technology for cars seems to be steering drivers of the future into more responsible decisions, yet in some cases may intrude on the driver’s actual sense of discretion. However, this little assist from Rolls Royce is more than welcome and, hopefully, a sign of things to come. The Wraith comes with a modest €245,000 (approximately $318,745 USD) price tag.

After months of teaser images and little else, the Rolls Royce Wraith coupe has finally been unveiled. Based on a shorter version of the Rolls Royce Ghost platform, the new fastback coupe boasts a reworked version of the Ghost’s engine, good for 600+ horsepower in the Wraith. Inside is space for four amidst polished wood and expertly cut leather, and with all the creature comforts one would expect from a Rolls Royce. Expect further details when the car makes its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show.

Kenzo x Vans 2013 Spring/Summer Footwear | IamJuanC

 

Kenzo and Vans usher in spring this season with some bold animal-inspired prints in a range of vibrant hues. Dubbed “Clouded Leopard,” the unique print has been applied to the Vans Authentic and the Classic Slip-On with each model available in three colors. With colorways ranging from moody blues to orange and green, and yellow and blue, there’s a color scheme for everyone in the 4th round of this collaboration. Look for the collection at Kenzo boutiques, online and at select stockists including Opening Ceremony and Lane Crawford.

The Hangover Part III Official Teaser Trailer | IamJuanC

The Hangover series can be partially credited as responsible for legions of twenty-something males upping their partying ante in the hopes that their substance-fueled escapades might too be the basis of a blockbuster bro-comedy. “Wolf Pack” loyalists will be ecstatic to know that the third (and final) installment is being released, with the teaser being unveiled today. The short clip glosses over the plot, finding Phil, Stu, Alan, and company returning to Las Vegas for what looks like a no-holds-barred finale. Befittingly, a Wolfmother tune sets the backdrop for the teaser trailer. Enjoy the above and look for the film to hit theaters on May 27.