Saving the World With a T-Shirt

Australian scientists at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) have created the "wearable instrument shirt." Does that sound insane or what? First Guitar Hero, now this? With the unstoppable popularity of MySpace and You Tube, now everyone can be a rockstar. Thanks to Corey for passing this along!

Bling Bling: Erica Weiner

In the October 2006 issue of Domino, I came across the radness that is Erica Weiner. Her handcuff lariat necklace was included in the mag's usual "Domino Deals" section, a little advert of sorts that showcases cool indie goods for cheap. Well, I embraced my inner Gwen Stefani, and ordered myself one of these bad boys. You should too. Weiner's work is 100% handmade and totally affordable!

What started out as a birthday gift for a friend has turned into a mini-fashion empire for Weiner, a mostly self-taught crafty gal who's been creating these little treasures in her New York City apartment since 2002. With an Art History degree from Vassar, and a year-long stint studying experimental textiles at the Glasgow School of Art in Scotland under her belt, Weiner is a regular scavanger of flea markets and street fairs in search of unique wonderments to complete her work. Her meticulous touch combines natural objects with machine-made, vintage-style metal (no precious metals!) or antique bits for pieces such as the fabulous silver-plated liquor tag bracelet or the brassy cicada earrings! With prices ranging from $15 to $80, can you say haute?

The HOTTNESS that is Nikki Sixx

Man, Halloween 2006 is all about the hottness! There is no such thing as complete hottness unless Nikki Sixx is around. The Mötley Crüe bass man is teaming up with Kelly Gray, the former CEO savior of St. John (fab knits for ladies) for their own posh line of men’s clothing, "which merges the distinctive worlds of fashion and rock." Their Holiday 2006 collection will include stylish items that range from $100 t-shirts to $1,200 jackets. Neiman-Marcus, Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom will be carrying the line in their stores nationwide. The duo is also dating, go fig. Thanks Coutorture!