GOODHOOD CHRISTMAS

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SIMPLE THINGS

Sir Paul Smith's favourite simple things for issue six of Paperboy magazine. Photographed by Thomas Albdorf.

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He Dressed America. Now He Wants to Dress You

Aaron Levine has designed for Abercrombie & Fitch, Club Monaco and Madewell. This week, he’s introducing a brand of his own. (NYT)

From Raw Denim to Natural Wine

Jean Touitou, the creator of A.P.C., knows how to make something perfectly minimal. (NYT)

Industry’s Mr Harry Lawtey on Why Brunello Cucinelli Is His Off-Screen Style Choice (Mr Porter)

More Than a Shop: Alex Foley’s Civilist

Civilist is more than a skate shop - it's a platform for creative inspiration. For its 15th anniversary, founder Alex “Foley” Flach sits down with Orson Gillick Morris to reminisce on the early days, Berlin's best skate spots, and the next 15 years. (032c)

Five Fits With: Rapper and Menswear Aficionado Goya Gumbani

The London-based musician talks style in the UK versus his native Brooklyn, creative flow states, and why he never cooks with a recipe. (Esquire)

A New Hip-Hop Album Explores the Creative Intersection of Fine Dining and Music

Artist Blvck Svm’s new album michelinman - out now - was inspired by meals at fine dining restaurants around the country. (Taste)

TV on the Radio’s Guide to Pre-Gentrification Williamsburg

In which the era-defining Brooklyn band learns you really can go home again - it just might be an Apple Store now. (Hearing Things)

The FADER’s Guide to Tyler, the Creator

Ahead of Camp Flog Gnaw 2024, read a primer on the firebrand rapper’s acclaimed career. (The FADER)

Something They’ll Never Have: Why Hatful of Hollow Is The Smiths’ Best Album

Despite not being a proper album, Hatful of Hollow possesses a freshness and immediacy that was lost elsewhere in The Smiths’ discography, argues Toby Manning on the record’s 40th anniversary. (The Quietus)

From Addison Rae to Chloë Sevigny: Everyone’s Hooked on Getty Images Fan Club

Saul Pereira’s IG account unearths rare, forgotten moments in pop culture - and the industry can’t get enough. (SSENSE)

Coffee, Sandwiches, Underwear, Beer: A Day in the Life of Japan’s Beloved Konbini Stores

Convenience stores are a neat and functional retail institution in Japan, where customers can access the daily essentials, from buying breakfast to paying bills. (The Guardian)

JACOB ROCHESTER

Nepenthes Los Angeles presents the latest art exhibition by Jacob Rochester, with an opening reception this Friday.

“Rochester’s vivid portraits and still lifes offer a personal and compelling glimpse into the cultural iconography and artifacts that define an era of artistic and social innovation in entertainment, fashion, and contemporary culture. His work draws from a range of influences and often classical techniques that drive his distinctive style.”

THAMES & BACON

THAMES MMXX. and the estate of Francis Bacon have again collaborated on a series of skateboard decks, this time featuring isolated pictures from triptych studies of three characters close to the artist.

The decks, produced and hand-numbered in limited quantities of 250, will be available this Friday.

BRIAN NASTY

Artwork for various Brian Nasty releases.

BRIAN NASTY - GOOD BOY (FEAT. WIKI)

THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO

Some great vintage Art Institute of Chicago totes from the Good Form archive.

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KAWS, the Collector, Says, “I Don’t Feel Like Anything Is Mine”

Some collectors treat artworks like poker chips and flip work by young artists. That’s not Brian Donnelly. Now his finds star in a show. (NYT)

Kareem Rahma’s American Dream

The creator and host of Subway Takes and Keep the Meter Running makes New Yorkers - and the Democratic presidential ticket - explain themselves. 

(NYT)

On the Road With Ken Carson

Six shows and one big tour bus with the controversial face of a new generation of rap. (Pitchfork)

Banned From Atlanta: The Challenges of Young Thug’s Unique Probation

The rapper was released from jail last week after a surprise guilty plea. For 15 years, a set of strict requirements will govern his life and music. (NYT)

Lily Allen’s Feet Pics and the Broken Music Biz

Fact checking the misleading posts about the record industry vs the creator economy. (Drowned in Sound)

Revisit: Harmony Korine, This Mess We’re In…

From issue #27. (Monster Children)

Talking Interviews With Eric Swisher of The Chrome Ball Incident

Question and answer interviews have long been a predominant format for skateboarding journalism. To unpack how they became so ubiquitous and decipher what, exactly, makes for a good one, the script was flipped on Eric Swisher (“Chops”) of the esteemed blog, The Chrome Ball Incident. 

(Skate Bylines)

A Conversation With Aaron Levine

Our friend and collaborator on design inspiration, life lessons and wearing black. (Drake's)

Some Good News for Men Who Love Weird Pants

The Swedish brand Our Legacy finally gets investment from LVMH. (NYT)

Should You Wear Just One Brand for the Rest of Your Life?

Committing yourself to a single designer’s vision, GQ’s Noah Johnson argues, is a perfectly valid way to develop your personal style. (GQ)

The Government Are Right to Tax Frappuccinos - They’re Revolting

A new version of the sugar tax threatens to hit the frappuccino for the first time. Maddy Mussen agrees that we need to put up a fight against the insanely sweet Big Frap. (The Standard)

Hugh Corcoran of The Yellow Bittern Wants to Bring Back the Long and Boozy Lunch 

“Get drunk in the middle of the afternoon if you can afford to,” advises the Belfast-born cook, whose new, cash-only restaurant is attracting Brits in pursuit of a boozy and anti-fascist lunch. (Interview)

The Last Seat

Tim Hayward on the many joys of a table for one. (Drake's)

Waiting for the Balthazar Election-Night Champagne Toast That Didn’t Happen

Foster Kamer watches the needle - and Keith McNally’s mood - as hope for a celebration fades in Soho. (GQ)

DRAKE'S BY AARON LEVINE

Drake's by Aaron Levine is a limited edition capsule collection inspired by dressing on the move.

Featuring a refined palette with a focus on black (a bit of a first for Drake's,) Aaron worked closely alongside Creative Director Michael Hill, diving into the Drake's archive and drawing on a few of Aaron's favourite vintage pieces, resulting in a 20-piece collection loosely based on everything you might need for a few days of travel.

Check out the lookbook here.

PLACES+FACES POLAROIDS

A selection of Polaroids by Places+Faces.