Diesel Does Godard

Diesel has began a reputation for cool hipster web campaigns with a squeeze of retro relevance, let us not forget last years SFW XXX viral that brought back the gritty glam of 80's hardcore porn strategically animated in a fashion fit for ages 6 and up. The label's latest SS10 catalogue has particularly peaked my interest as it's a direct homage to the dance scene in Godard's Band a Part (those of you who know me will recognize this as a choice scene from one of my favorite films...I've posted about it before). Kudo's to Diesel for picking such a stellar homage. I'm on the fence about the music choice...can't quite decide if it fits (not losing any sleep over it, however). Thoughts about the video? Any Godard buffs wish to weigh in?

I'M BACK!

After a lengthy hiatus from the blog I'm back! I'm sure you're all ecstatic to hear so, eagerly awaiting my return in 2010.... ::crickets:: To be honest, I have not an excuse for my lack of posts aside from general laziness. I logged on to the MC email today only to find a message from my little brother, the hotelier extraordinaire, with the subject line "Slacker!" Alas, that was all it took to revive the M. Crumb. Without further ado....more unrelated posts of personal interest.

National Geographic International Photo Contest

Nazroo, the Elephant Driver.

Subway between Pudong and the Bund

One hour of firefly activity in rural Ontario

An rare wave breaks as a result of a splash back from a cliff connecting with an incoming wave.

See more incredible photos from the National Geographic International Photo Contest.

Kasabian Football Hero

The Mightiest Crumb has recently secured himself a few tickets to World Cup 2010 in South Africa and will progressively be getting more and more charged about said event over the next 8 months (assuming he lands a miracle to finance his travels). In the spirit of daft and insane socceries, I couldn't help but post this video of some English footballers and their attempt to coalesce the world's most popular sport with the world's (or at least the USA's) most popular contemporary video game. Behold, Kasabian Football Hero!

Lickshot Launch Party

Last night The Mightiest Crumb was fortunate enough to attend the launch party for Ben Watts' new book Lickshot: a photo scrapbook. Hosted at the Hudson Hotel and sponsored by Moët & Chandon. The party drew quite a fun and fashionable crowd including Ben's sis Naomi and hubby Liev. The book has already garnered heaps of good press and should manage to be a success for the talented photog. Congrat's Ben on a great book with serious attitude and a successful launch!

Also thanks Moët & Chandon, though I think I'll stay away from champagne from now on. It's bad news for me.

photos courtesy of Just Jared

Balenciaga RTW Spring 2010

Balenciaga's SS10 collection had landed. Every time Paris fashion week pops up like a snooty hurrah to it's predecessors-- face it, we're talking high fashion heavy hitters here, not your run of the mill Nutella smuggling crepe peddlers-- this Crumb gets very excited to see what Monsieur Ghesquiere will be sending down the runway. Here is a taste.
It's hard to tell what inspirations from the depths of Critobal's archives have been resurrected in Nicolas' new collection. Regardless, it's edgy, chic, brimming with his signature futurism and unmistakably Balenciaga.

Greg Lauren - Alterations: New Works on Paper

Greg Lauren - artist, designer and nephew of Ralph has just opened a new and very impressive installation titled Alterations: New Works on Paper. I had the pleasure of attending the opening last night thanks to the stellar Kelly Cutrone and her team at Peoples Revolution.

The event attracted the likes of Gerard Butler, Sante D'Orazio, Elizabeth "Jessie Spano" Berkley, Samantha Mathis and, my personal favorite, the lovely and talented Parker Posey and her dog Gracie. The real star however was the immaculately constructed paper garments on display.

Greg Lauren really brings a new synthesis to art and fashion with his work. Everything from perfectly tailored suits, boho vests, oxford shirts, a boxing robe, a variety of ties and even shoes are constructed out of paper.

There is even a glimpse of what his laboratory for crafting such works of wearable art may look like - a tornado's remnants of newspaper, catalogs, comics, fine Japanese paper, tools, swatches, ropes, garments and sewing materials as the inspirational drawing board and workshop for the perfect paper suit.

The exhibition runs through Nov. 1st at 28 Wooster St. in SoHo, NYC.

www.greglauren.com

Françoise Nielly

I've just become aware of French artist Françoise Nielly. Her portraits are absolutely stunning. Armed with oil and knife she sculpts her pieces with sensual and explosive color. Her style fascinates me and I one day hope to see her work in person and god willing decorate my walls with it. Check her out here. Watch the video here.

Some pictures courtesy of The Cool Hunter

Crumberazzi - NY Fashion Week

The Mightiest Crumb was fortuitously strolling past as the marc by marc show was getting out. As the who's who of fashion editors and socialites made their exodus to the streets, I managed to have a close encounter and snap a photo of none other than Carine Roitfeld, editor in chief for French Vogue. Ms. Roitfeld is one of my favorite figures in the industry and I think that she and her daughter Julia make a stunning French fashion duo. Voila!

Jeremy Scott F/W 09 preview vid

Check out this preview vid of Jeremy Scott's upcoming F/W '09 collection of Adidas Originals. This guy is out of this world and how can you not love it. His clothes go to a whole other hiptosphere of the ether - a place where a lot of other designers want to visit but are too scared. You have to give it up for Adidas too. The 3 stripes are known for collaborating with some unique heavy hitters in the fashion industry - Yohji Yamamoto, the undisputed King of the fresh tailored asymmetrical black. I've had the pleasure of seeing some of this collection up close and I have to say it really makes you want to shed your safeguards and break out into the world in a big way. I picture myself wearing the Tiger sweats head to toe in the back of a souped up pick-up truck screaming through Cental Park waving an African flag in the air to the tune of Africa by Toto (okay that's a little bizarre and possibly inappropriate but this is what I mean by the effect his clothes can have on a person). Loving the now and looking forward to the future of J. Scott.