As a celebration of all great athletes in past Olympic Games, Illustrator Jessica Romberg has made 60 portraits of Olympic Gold Medalists through time.
The exhibition will be held at gravitypope (2205 west 4th ave Vancouver) during the Vancouver Olympic Games; February 2-28, 2010.
About the artist. Born in Sweden and living in Vancouver for the past 3 years, Jessica Romberg is represented in North America by the Marlena Agency (NY) and is part of the Swedish group Stockholm Illustration.
Gentlemen, we have very important footwear news - gravitypope is proud to add Mr. Hare to our list of brands. We have been drooling over these impeccably designed men's shoes since the AW09 collection launched and the SS10 collection 'Hot Steppers' confirmed this is a brand we MUST have.
Mr. Hare, the person, had an impressive career in PR, as a design consultant with Karrimore, was a marketing consultant for a long list of footwear and sport brands plus he opened 2 successful shops in London before starting Mr. Hare the brand - a brand that took 360 days from conception to fruition after a visit to a roadside tapas bar in Spain. Mr. Hare designs his shoes wherever he chooses. Currently handmade in Empoli (Tuscany, Italy), Mr. Hare will be made wherever the greatest manufacturer best suited to the task at hand is located.
For SS10 'Hot Steppers' is a dedication to a selection of Dancehall generals who through their sheer brilliance have given us reason to tear up the dance floors across all continents. Above the thrill of music that moves your physical and emotional state, there is only love in Mr. Hares humble opinion.For SS10, the major emphasis is on the materials. Mr. Hare wanted to create something with the presence of the AW09 'Purest Form' Collection, but with a much greater depth of character. The heart of the collection is made of Vachetta, a vegetable tanned leather that isn't produced in such an environmentally damaging way and the leather retains more of it's natural characteristics. These shoes must be polished regularly with natural bees wax polish and in return they will age and grow with you forming a unique patina and colouring that is distinct and unique. The more love you give them; the more reason they will give you to love them back.
A definite trend in women's shoes for spring 2010 is the platform. One of the most comfortable are the great styles from Chie Mihara. Chie Mihara was born to Japanese parents in Porto Alegre, Brazil in 1968. She lived in Japan from age 18 to 22 and studied fashion design in Kyushyu Design Gakkuin. The concept of her work is design, comfort and quality. She likes to create things that have something to communicate, a feeling or a state of mind. She greatly admires the work of artisans who create to give life. That’s what she wants to do… give a little happiness with her creations.
n.d.c. was created to open a new dimension to men’s and ladies footwear, offering luxurious materials, comfortable lasts and rejuvenated classics. n.d.c. products are “works of art”. Undisputed leaders in their category, they create timeless classics that out-live trends or fashions. Simplicity, quality, originality and constructional know-how are the 4 key factors in every collection.
For Spring 2010, one of gravitypope's favorite women's boots, n.d.c. sunday boot, has arrived and for those who loved the sunday military boot from previous seasons will die for the sunday floppy in gold. Currently a gravitypope web department favorite. But wait! Have you been yearning for that perfect oxford? The sunday shoe is sure to please and in a perfect beige that is incredibly versatile for the spring and summer months to come. SUNDAYF-3640 sunday floppy gold stacked heel ankle boot $735 CAD
The concept of creating architectural shoes that combine comfort with unique design was introduced in Cydwoq's 1996 Spring/Summer shoe line. In September of 1996, the Cydwoq factory was established in Burbank, California to manufacture shoes, boots and sandals to the exact specifications and quality standards required by Cydwoq designer, Rafi Balouzian. 1TOWN-BNBL 1 town peep toe with 1.5" kitten heel $345 CAD
Launched in 2004 H by Hudson is the errant younger brother of the established Hudson brand. Pioneering, subversive and rebellious, H offers affordable innovative footwear with an emphasis on quality and design. In five years the line has gone from strength to strength with the range offering an eclectic product mix from sharp formals to contemporary casuals. With their finger firmly on the pulse, H by Hudson can be expected to lead the way in footwear trends ensuring the ongoing success of this fast moving brand. 9713300-BLM Alaska two tone men's lace up boot $315 CAD
Great time to get those shoes you have been coveting for the past season. Buy 1 sale shoes and we'll take an extra 15% off the sale price. BUY 2 OR MORE sale shoes and well take 30% off the sale price. Hurry in though, this ends January 31!
