Saturday, September 14, 2013

Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse Jean Bugatti Edition | IamJuanC


As the oldest son of Bugatti's founder, Jean Bugatti probably could have gotten by on his last name alone — but instead, he designed one of the most exclusive, coveted cars known: the Type 57SC Atlantic. Drawing inspiration from his personal Type 57SC (referred to as La Voiture Noire), and made to recognize Jean Bugatti's professional achievements, the Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse Jean Bugatti Edition ($3 million) is something to behold in all black carbon fiber. This edition is limited to just three models, sports an incredible 1,200 horsepower, and features eye-popping details like a platinum grill surround and badges, a silhouette of the 57SC in the door inserts, a rosewood shifter, and twin five-spoke wheels.

Leap Motion Control Device | IamJuanC


Quit clicking and tapping like it's 1999. If you're looking for a way to control your computer via natural movements, look no farther than the Leap Motion Control Device ($80). Based on proprietary technology, this sleek, compact motion sensor sits on your desk in front of your monitor, creating a 3D interaction space of 8 cubic feet that is 200 times more accurate than anything else on the market — the difference between waving your arm and signing PDFs in the air with an actual pencil.

Porsche Officially Debuts the 918 Spyder | IamJuanC



Porsche has officially unveiled the 918 Spyder after months of teasers and prototypes. Billed as Porsche’s challenger to the McLaren P1 and Ferrari LaFerrari, the 918 Spyder is unique in that it pairs a traditional, mid-mounted 4.6 liter V8 engine with a trio of electric motors for a combined power output of 887 horsepower. With the engine and electric motors running in sync, the 918 will do 0-62 mph in 2.8 seconds before topping out at a respectable 186 mph. While it certainly won’t live up to the performance of its two main competitors, with a price tag starting at $845,000 USD compared to the estimated seven-figure price tags of the LaFerrari and P1, it’s a reasonable trade-off. The 918 Spyder is set to go on sale in limited numbers starting in 2014.



Vans x Fire-King 2013 Mugs | IamJuanC



Having partnered earlier in the year, Vans and longstanding glassware brand Fire-King rejoin for another collaborative set of mugs. The goal of this collection was to align the rich histories of both brands and shape them into a grouping of mugs that feature Vans’s iconic checkered print and ‘Off The Wall’ logo as well as Fire-King’s simplistically timeless aesthetic. Each mug will be packaged in the California brand’s original shoe box design and sold at select Japanese retailers this October.

President’s x Atypical Skateboard | IamJuanC


A passion for quality and a dedication to craftsmanship brought two leading Italian brands together to create a limited-edition complete skateboard for the new season. President’s, the Florence-based menswear label, and Atypical, the craft-focused skateboarding brand, came together for the project in a natural overlap for both companies. The collaboration comes in celebration of the 84th Pitti Uomo in Florence, Italy. The skateboards themselves are handcrafted from premium ash tree bark, and offered in two designs with five variations each. Inspired by the ’60s and ’70s skateboarding and surfing scene in California, the boards fuse both President’s and Atypical’s minimalist, classic aesthetic, with meticulous attention to detail. Though limited to 10 editions for now, enjoy a look at the President’s x Atypical Skateboard, available at select shops next year.

Christian Louboutin Louis Orlato Spikes Velvet | IamJuanC


For Fall/Winter, Christian Louboutin presents the Louis Orlato Spike Velvet sneakers. The sneakers boast premium velvet uppers in a rich shade of deep red complemented by an array of black spikes across the toe box and sides, and dark grey piping along the edges of each panel. The dark grey shad used for the piping also appears on the laces and the comfortable rubber sole. Inside is a soft leather lining for premium comfort. These are available now from Christian Louboutin boutiques and the brand’s online store for $1,095 USD.

New Alexander McQueen Croc-Embossed Leather High-Top Sneakers | IamJuanC


Alexander McQueen has worked up these unique Croc-Embossed Leather High-Top Sneakers for the Fall/Winter season. The sneakers feature luxurious crocodile-embossed leather uppers in rich shade of brown with contrasting matte brown leather tongue and heel. The tall high-tops also feature waxed laces and hiking-inspired details like the lace hooks in an appropriately luxurious shade of gold. The premium uppers sit atop running-inspired midsoles with black rubber tread. You can find these sneakers now at select stockists like SSENSE for $860 USD.