By Jake Gallagher

Isamu Noguchi was the organic answer to a design movement otherwise defined by pronounced lines and technological advancements. One of mid-century modern’s key figures, Noguchi’s nature-inspired pieces offered a stark contrast to the clean, seemingly mechanized creations of his peers. He began his career as a sculptor in the 1920’s, working with wood, metals, stone and plaster to create beautiful shapes that balanced hard edges with curved forms. In 1947, Noguchi took on another role as a furniture designer for the illustrious Herman Miller company, producing a variety of items including what is now his most recognizable work, the Noguchi table. With so much on his plate, the artist spent most of his days in his studio. Read More »
By Jake Gallagher

I’d like to think that within the hallowed halls of television’s high temple, there’s a special place carved out for Law & Order. At any given time, on any given day, I can guarantee there’s at least one channel chiming in with that unforgettable “Dun Dun” and an hour long glimpse at city crime, peppered with just the right number of witty one liners. For me, what’s always kept me coming back to the show, year after year, are the characters, and no one more so than Jack McCoy. Read More »

There’s more to J.Press’ Tweed Caps than just goods looks. They’re also as multicultural as the cover of a college catalog. The fabrics are Scottish. The design is French (made there too). And the brand is as American as an oxford cloth button down. Actually, I guess they’re not that multicultural. But they sure are a whole lot of kinds of white. Read More »
The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.

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