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Tokyo Street Fashion - The Scrunchie

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 23:26:28 +0900

The scrunchie is back and it is making a new fashion statement as it becomes the accessory of choice this season in Tokyo. According to the latest CUTiE street fashion magazine the scrunchie, or shushu as it is called in Japanese, is a must have item for Summer because of it's versatility and range of colors, shapes and sizes. No longer simply a hair accessory, the shushu is being worn as a stand out wrist wrap. The article in CUTiE says the bigger the scrunchie the more alluring your style. Go on girls, dig out those scrunchies. We have a theory that the scrunchie never actually left the fashion scene it was just taking a break and in hiding for a bit. Well it is hiding no longer and is being spotted all over Tokyo. Just in case you kicked your scrunchies to the curb decades ago BLITZ Kiss has whipped up some hot, new scrunchalicious looks!

Girls' Doors Spain Zakka Shibuya

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:18:51 +0900

The slippery slopes of Spain Zakka running along side La Fabrique in Shibuya are a treasure trove of trashion. The latest on offer is no exception. Girls' Doors by LDS has a luscious selection of colorful accessories and funky styles. It is Patricia Field meets Paris Kids. The fact that the models in the window were rocking hoops added so much more appeal. OK OK I want one of everything in that shop!

Electric Angels and Disco Queens

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:02:36 +0900

Inspired by The Universe, Shibuya based design space mememachine is whipping out mesmerizing fashion miracles for spiritually conscious style lovers. The colors and images, printed onto 6.2 oz cotton tees, fill eyes with delight, minds with thought and hearts with splendor. mememachine are the collage creating masters. They use a thermal transfer printing process. We had so much fun with this photo shoot. Lots of giggles as Masao danced around in the shoot space inspired by the tunes pumping in the background and the funky scenes printed on the mememachine tees. Thunder bolts from the heavens, black magic women, honey filled orchids and messages of peace are just a few of the hidden images and messages in the mememachine creations. mememachine also collaborated with Photographer Hal to create the greatly loved and gawked at Couples Tee.

Biz Nites Tokyo

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 18:59:03 +0900

Photo by Felix_KL BiZ NITE, French Flavour at Daikanyama Tableaux. July 14th, 2008. 6 pm - late. (日本語は以下です) What is BiZ NITE? Tokyo's fastest growing networking event for creative business people. It's a monthly event which features presentations, showcases, exhibitions, discussion panels, product launches and more from the creative industries in Tokyo. Each sphere of interest in the A-Z of creative industries has a Biz NITE nickname, for example photo biz, ad biz, art biz, DJ biz, design biz, eco biz, NPO biz, fashion biz, movie biz, music biz, net biz, sport biz, success biz, VJ biz, wellness biz. Every month the crowds get a little bigger, and the administration of the event gets a little better, and so more and more people are making it a regular feature on their monthly event calendar to meet with old friends, meet new ones and see a little of what's going in around the city. When & Where is this monthly event held? Biz Nites are held monthly at Daikanyama Tableaux on 7/14, 8/18, 9/8, and venue TBD on 10/20, 11/17, 12/15. When is the next Biz NITE? Monday 14 July at Daikanyama/Ebisu Tableaux, 18:00-23:00, with a 'French Flavor' to celebrate Bastille Day together. The venue has a beautiful patio, great food and reasonably priced drinks. In addition to our regular content, BiZ NITE will host presentations about contemporary French fashion and culture, and about French creative business people's activities in Japan. We expect around 300 people to attend community presentations and get-togethers in three spaces throughout the venue. How much? Entry: Advance: 1000 yen / Door 1500 yen, (Please buy at least one drink) (To qualify for advance, please sign up as a member at biznites.ning.com) The first 50 people at Biz Nite receive a Skype headset & calling card. Check out the Biz Nites site and facebook group for more details!

Tokyo Looks on Polyvore

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 21:33:39 +0900

We love watching everyone's interpretations of Tokyo looks on Polyvore. Hot fun! Think it is about time we had ourselves little Polyvore competition. Best get onto that! Be back soon with more details!

Fragment by Brilliant World Tokyo

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:57:17 +0900

Brilliant World Tokyo founder and artist Isaac has put together some seriously funky images and tunes from last weeks TOKYOMADE Fragment event in Shimokitazawa. Check these out to see some of the designers, happenings and friendly faces in the underground basement bar, WEDGE. Spy on Isaac, Eshimasa and Sasha as they create art LIVE. Fragment Independent Art FRAGMENT LIVE

Delectable Utopia - Honey Bunny

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 15:30:24 +0900

As kawaii as their accessories and sweet as their brand name suggests, Japanese creators Honey Bunny are filling the lives of Tokyo kids with delectable pieces from a yummy utopian world of sweet fashion. Fairytale like creators Hansel and GR, as they like to be called, started whipping up batches of goodness about 2 years ago when they saw a shortage of sweet treats to wear and share. Since then the sweet accessory look has boomed in Japan and Honey Bunny has been here to bake the goodies and keep the kids sugar filled. Naturally Honey Bunny creators spend their days munching on cookies and sweets in cafes flipping through confectionery magazines for delicious inspiration. Honey Bunny is a brand for girls who love to dress up with kawaii, pop, fairy tale and sweetie styles.

Fragment

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:48:49 +0900

The venue in Shimokitazawa was called WEDGE and that is exactly what we did! We wedged an astonishing crowd of talented creators and their fans into the basement bar. Words cannot describe so I will let the pictures do the talking... Check out all the happenings at Fragment over at the TOKYOMADE flickr Rieko J Fox of BLITZ Kiss and Big M My inspiration - CHAPTER Lo Fi Me by Sasha Lissita The Boy The Crew Eshimasa Issac Thank you for all of your support, power and creative inspiration. The stage is set for a Summer Fragment. The Summer session will be bigger, better and by far the most beautiful. We have huge plans!

Fresh styles

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:32:12 +0900

BSETC Honey Bunny Lissita

An Afternoon in Tokyo with Guy Perryman

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:39:04 +0900

Photo by Guy Perryman With the rain teaming down outside, what better way to spend a Sunday afternoon in Tokyo than with radio DJ and Tokyo Espresso creator Guy Perryman. As the rain beat against the windows we got cozy inside the Omotesando Dori cafe, having a long chat about Tokyo, our inspirations and what the future holds for Guy and his supersonic, non-stop stream of listen on demand radio on guyperryman.com. On the 4th of July Guy is celebrating the launch of the new Jet Set UK radio program sponsored by Virgin Atlantic Airways with a super chic and fun filled night in the Mado Lounge on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Hills, up up and away above the city streets. The party is called Sky High and is set to dazzle and amaze with a range of funky acts and a line up of hot DJs including Guy himself. Trans-Atlantic party up above the Tokyo skyline. After a chat about some of Guy's hot new projects he sleekly whipped out his voice recorder and got to work interviewing me about HOOPLOVERS and Masao and I about the soon to arrive Fragment event. A true professional, Guy put any nerves we might have had at ease with his positive vibe, soothing style and sparkling charm. Be sure to listen to Tokyo Espresso all this week for the interview I did chatting to Guy about HOOPLOVERS and on Friday you can hear Masao's gorgeous promotion of Fragment. More Sky High details... Yanks v's Brits!! Welcome on-board for a night of Trans-Atlantic mayhem in the Tokyo night sky.. ..ooh I'm getting dizzy already.. Yes it's the 4th of July & Guy is celebrating the launch of a new radio program Jet Set UK!! So it's time for a little Hooray For Hollywood & Jolly Hockey Sticks all on the same night up on the 52nd floor at Mado Lounge. Original live electronic music sets from Fleck & Shane Berry. Guy will spin a mix of exotic lounge & club music in tribute of Mondo Hollywood & Broadway to the heart of the London Underground. Plus live shows & entertainment to celebrate Trans-Atlantic showbiz!! Please note a new door system at Mado Lounge.. Guy Perryman Membership Black Card holders - first 100 to arrive will get in free of charge, all others ¥2,500. Mado Lounge members ¥3,000. All others ¥3,500. Come on up for 1 night as we blow it all skyhigh!! ..we're still trying to work out if we can have fireworks at 52 floors high..

Tokyo Weekly

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:19:17 +0900

Photo by washako16 What is happening in Tokyo this week apart from rain? It is the time of year when all the funkiest umbrellas come out to play in the city and shop fronts, umbrella stands and train rails are dotted with thousands of left behind clear umbrellas. Rainy season is upon us but there is no stopping the events and happening going on around Tokyo. Photo by glowingstar TAB Talks #11 "Making Of Towada Art Center" All are warmly invited to attend - those with an interest in museum architecture, the relationship between art and cities, those planning to visit Towada over the summer vacation... The talk is scheduled to last 2 hours, and English interpretation will be provided. This Tuesday night at Gotanda Sonic. TAB Talks are a bilingual Japanese-English and start at 8:30pm, late enough for overworked designers. Limited seating of 90, go early. Dr Sketchy's Tokyo is having a seriously saucy Office Party this Wednesday night at the Pink Cow. Rain, hail or shine it is worth gathering your sketch pads, your favorite pencils and getting in early for the best seat in the house. Doors open: 6:00PM Laughs and Sketching start: 7:00PM Finish up around:10:30/11PM Entry: 1500yen (includes model's fee+1 drink) RSVP or more info: drsketchytokyo@gmail.com Come early for the best spots and delicious Pink Cow food 'n drinks. Post-rave French DJ duo Scratch Massive will be glitzing Tokyo with two events this week. Catch them at AI in Roppongi and Tourture Garden Fetish Club.

TAB at Fragment

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 22:19:06 +0900

Tokyo Art Beat are sharing their exclusive range Summer 2008 tees at Fragment next Sunday. Worth a look see if you are out and about in Shimokitazawa.

Resurrection Tokyo Freeze - Harajuku and Shibuya

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:30:03 +0900

Photo by Artsy Tigger We knew the Freeze had been scheduled for Sunday and although we were heading to Yoyogi park, not far from the stagnant action, we thought we were too late for the event and likely just run in to friends on the way and catch up on the details. Luckily for us just as we were passing over the bridge where the Harajuku girls hang out we were grabbed by photographer Martine Cotton and told that we had a about 30 seconds to get into position. Dumping or hoops we watched around eagerly to get the signal from the lead freezer! In no time and without any commotion we were frozen in time for 5 minutes. As Leila spent her 5 minutes hunched over digging for her ipod, I had a good view of the happenings. Close by I could spy many couples and trios frozen in place while the rest of the crowd wandered, stared, giggled, and took photos. A few tourists came along side me and whispered, "Is it OK to take a photo?" Of course I could not respond and so I would love to see the pics of the group of men who took plenty of snapshots of them with their arms around me as I stood there like a statue. A super cool event with plenty of stories to catch up on after wards. We headed to Yoyogi to swap Tokyo Freeze stories and share the hoop love.

Japanese Eco Designs

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:10:15 +0900

Known for their recycled Japanese style creations, B.S.E.T.C have recently whipped up a new range of one-of-a-kind bags for TOKYOMADE. Golden Geisha and Meiji Taishou are just two of the new season creations made using vintage and recycled materials.

Each piece is deigned and hand made in Japan. B.S.E.T.C scribe secret messages on each of their bags and the multitude of hidden pockets make for practical little surprises.

Evolution of Design - Design Spotter

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:08:23 +0900

From a design savvy blog roll to a sleek design portal with a spotlight on young designer's creations, Design Spotter the German-based site has evolved along side the designers it has supported. The recently transformed space gives young designers from all over the world a chance to share their greatness. Design Spotter calls out for designers, artists, architects, students and manufacturers to submit their designs, products, projects and prototypes for free. Images, descriptions and profiles are showcased in an easy to navigate and fresh looking portal. Now with even more to access, Design Spotter has a number of filters that allow you to search for products efficiently, making the search for that special something a snap. Along side the products and designs you can also catch up on design happenings in the events area, check out Design Spotter reports on contemporary design right before you scour designer profiles. We have been a long time Design Spotter fan, their recent crank up has left us wanting more and wandering what fabulous designer support system the team will come up with next.