Nike Air Jordan IV

Posted on July 21, 2008July 21, 2008 Posted in Design, Life, MerchTagged Air Jordan, Kicks, minimalism, nike, Sneakers8 Comments

I pull inspiration from all sorts of things in life, not only graphic design, and one example of these inspirations is this legendary pair of sneakers, the Nike Air Jordan IV’s. Originally released in 1988, the IV’s were re-released this weekend and I picked up two pairs since no one knows when they’ll be released again, if ever.

The simple, minimal design is still perfect 20 years later, making them one of the best designed sneakers in history.

They’re pretty much sold-out but Finishline just restocked a few more sets so grabbed them before they’re gone.

Press 1

Posted on July 21, 2008July 21, 2008 Posted in Books, Design, TypographyTagged brochures, graphic design, printing6 Comments

Press 1 is a brochure featuring recent work printed by Team Impression. Printed on GF Smith Colourplan Yellow Sorbet 135gsm, Press 1 features work by Design Project, Spin, Saturday, Six and Made Thought.

I wish there were more detailed shots of the brochure but I checked the TI site and didn’t find any reference to it. I’d love to get a copy it as well.

UPDATE: I was sent some hi-res images from the guys at Six, so I’ll be posting them tomorrow.

Via Six

Wine In A Can

Posted on July 18, 2008July 18, 2008 Posted in Industrial DesignTagged black, can, Design, minimal, simple, wine20 Comments

I love the simple design of this wine can by swedish designers Jens Andersson and Jonas Forsman. I’m not sure how wine would taste from a can, but I’d definitely buy one for its aesthetic value.

Via The Dieline

Update: Abi Huynh

Posted on July 18, 2008July 18, 2008 Posted in Design, TypographyTagged graphic design, Typography3 Comments

Abi updates his site with some new work.

Iconic Logo Designers

Posted on July 16, 2008July 16, 2008 Posted in DesignTagged branding, designers, graphic design, logo, logotypes, Michael Bierut, Otl Aicher, Saul Bass4 Comments

The talented chap David Airey has just launched a new site that documents the world’s most iconic logo designers, which includes one of my all-time favorite designers Otl Aicher.

Definitely check it out. It’s a great resource that’s growing each day.

Loose Collective

Posted on July 16, 2008July 16, 2008 Posted in Design, TypographyTagged business card, graphic design, letterpress, Typography6 Comments

This business card by G-Man gets me all warm and fuzzy on the inside. I love letterpress. This world would be a better place if everything were letterpressed.