Thursday, March 25, 2010

Edible Precious Medal + Food= A Good Time


If you’ve ever had fantasies of tagging your neighborhood or local subway but haven’t had the nerve, then Esslack Food Spray may be just your thing. Thanks to the very clever German team, The Deli Garage, you can now stain your tomato, pretzels, and whatever other food screams out to be covered in gold (and isn’t the list endless?) Using these fresh spray cans full of edible silver and gold paint, food goes from ordinary to bling in seconds.
The Deli Garage — which helps local manufacturers turn quality delicacies into specially designed products — paired with creative agency Korefe to dream up the illustrative packaging for Esslack. Though busy, the vibe is as fresh as the concept of edible food spray itself. Now tag that.Edible food coloring spray by Esslack Food. Looks good but does it taste good? Comes in Gold & Silver.
Verse Oakland approved.
via bbcicecream.com/blog

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Remember these?

Cease & Desista.k.a. Ari can't talk about itDirected by John Carluccio20 min - 2009

Branding, addiction, sneaker culture and legal infringement are explored when artist/designer Ari Saal Forman mash-ups the lively Newport cigarette brand into a cool “Nike-like” sneaker. Shot at the height of the sneaker movement in 2006 and in present day, the short film reveals how trends quickly turn and how these urban expressionists compete even harder to stand out. Sneaker collectors soon face their own (cigarette like) addictions and Ari gets a legal gag for his clever design. The “alive with pleasure” moment that “legally never happened” is presented with before and after accounts.
verse approved

Friday, March 12, 2010

Magazine Covers We Lover... Sneaker Tokyo







There is something to be said about this magazine cover... Since I don't speak Japanese I really appreciate the photography in this magazine. Verse approved.



Friday, March 5, 2010

Shining Daughters Event Photos








Featuring celebrity guest bartenders Tyranny(Verse Oakland)and Tiffany & Tasha from Headbanger Accessories. Also featured in the pics above are friends of the shop Chris & Kola.













Thursday, February 18, 2010

TAP PRESENTS...

URBAB STITCH THIS SUNDAY! @330 RITCH 2-7PM RSVP URBANSTITCHRSVP@GMAIL.COM


Be there or Be square...

Verse Oakland

According to Billboard...

Billboard debuted its “Sexiest Men/Sexiest Women In Music” list and to my surprise actor-turned-rapper Drake made the list! The Toronto native is definitely among Hip-hop’s most sought after– scoring major endorsement deals and even a Grammy nomination without dropping an album. Drake came in at No. 10 with 1.8% of the vote. While R&B crooners Chris Brown, Usher and Maxwell also made the list.

10 Sexiest Men in Music

1. Adam Lambert huh?

2. Nick Jonas what?

3. Chris Brown yes

4. Justin Timberlake no comment

5. Enrique Iglesias yes

6. Bruce Springsteen shoulder shrugs

7. Jon Bon Jovi see # 6

8. Usher yes

9. Maxwell hell yes

10. Drake see # 7


via soulbounce.com

i know what your thinking guys, whose eyes where there using when creating this list and why is "Billboard" qualified to judge what is "sexy". Stick to tracking record sales.



your friends,

verse oakland

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Supreme Book



Can't wait till this thing drops. 4/20/10 lol.

Converse First String Standard Chuck Taylor All Stars





Verse Oakland says: these are official, hope they make in my size. upon first glance i thought they were jack purcells, peep description below:

Designed to showcase Converse’s most coveted product, the Converse First String collections are focused on original silhouettes, modern design, premium construction, high-level distribution and occasional collaborations with originals in art, design, fashion and culture. The Converse First String Standards collection is not done in collaboration, but is a collection of very special, hand-picked silhouettes mined from the Converse archives, and re-considered.

Using what is the signature Chuck Taylor All Star silhouette for First String, this shoe echoes the familiar Chuck, but has unique features like higher rubber rands, a vintage rubber license plate logo and a premium comfort system. Originally made for the military in the 1960s, the First String versions have a clean modern feel with monochromatic rubber outsoles and chambray uppers with contrast stitching. The Converse First String Standards Chuck Taylor All Star shoes will be available late February and come in low-top blue or black chambray versions. A purple version will debut later in the year. Look out for a release at Undefeated and Ubiq in the coming weeks.

highsnobiety.com

Monday, February 1, 2010

Introducing Tracy Burnham...

lives and works in Oakland,California. She graduated from U.C. Berkeley in 2005 with a B.A. in Art Practice, with an emphasis in New Genres. Her work incorporates recycled materials and album covers, and explores relationships, the natural world and music.

For more information, please contact Tracy Burnham at organictb@gmail.com or call 510-334-7984







now showing exclusively at verse...oakland

Thursday, January 21, 2010

Kehinde Wiley X Puma Gallery Opening

Yesterday Puma hosted a gallery opening to present their recent work with artist Kehinde Wiley. Three soccer stars that are sponsored by Puma, stood model for the artist. The resulting painting features the three soccer players and represents the Africa nations. Also the players are wearing the Unity jersey, which was especially designed for the African teams. After Berlin, the portraits will go on a gallery tour to Paris, London, New York and some other cities.






via highsnobiety.com

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Shoe Of The Day!




Top we have Jordan 1 V-Day kid edition Red/Pink/White

Bottom Nike Dunk Low Laser 1-Piece Edition Burgundy

Sorry We Left You...




So after a brief hiatus we are back on the blog...

so my favorite rapper has decided to moonlite as a writer/love/expert advice giver over at honeymag.com i really love when rappers grow up and share how they really feel. kinda long so here is the link check it out http://www.honeymag.com/2010/uncategorized/go-go-answer-wale/

Monday, January 11, 2010

January SALE!



THAT'S RIGHT FOLKS THE WHOLE MONTH OF JANUARY WE WILL BE HAVING A SALE...FEEL FREE TO STOP BY AND PICK UP SOMETHING FOR YOU AND YOURS!

ASK FOR THE BROWN CHICKEN.

FREE EVENT ALERT!

FRIEND OF VERSE OAKLAND... Collect is proud to present its first group art opening, featuring artists, GabriƩla Hernandez-Lepe and Rachel Orimo. Select pieces from Gabi and Rachel's most recent works will be on display and available for purchase. Join us and enjoy some complimentary wine and light snacks.

WHAT: ART OPENING: GABRIELA HERNANDEZ-LEPE & RACHEL ORIMO
WHEN: TUESDAY JANUARY 12, 2010
TIME: 6-9PM
WHERE: COLLECT ANNEX
LOCATION: 815 BROADWAY ST., OAKLAND, CA 94607
COST: FREE

contact Collect:
e: info@collectartsf.com
t: 415.345.9885