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  Thu, May 9, 2013

  Piotr Uklanski's 'Pornalikes' at Karma

  Last week was the opening for Pornalikes , a show at Karma by the New York-based Polish artist Piotr Uklanski. Uklanski, who started out as a photograper, found and selected imagery of porn celebrity lookalikes from various online, film, and print ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, May 8, 2013

  Mom's the Word: Hyoni Kang & Her Mom

  Popsicle sticks stuck to a card that will leave glitter all over the house for the next two months is no longer an acceptable Mother's Day gift. It's time to mom up and get your #1 something fantastic for Mother's Day. ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, May 7, 2013

  This Just In: Pants Party

  With so many fresh items popping up each day, OC's stylist Daria brings you her favorites in " THIS JUST IN .' " With their wide leg and stretchy waist, Mother of Pearl artist collaborator Francesco Simeti 's pants are a game-changer for ... MORE
  
  
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  Thu, May 2, 2013

  USA vs. Korea: Kaal E Suktae SS13

  Kaal E Suktae 's Spring/Summer 2013 collection is all about white. Let's not get into the whole Memorial Day question—people wear orange before Halloween and pastels before Easter. ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, April 3, 2013

  OC x Seoul Fashion Week: In the Showroom with Kaal E. Suktae

  Having seen the Kaal E. Suktae Fall/Winter 2013 show , Carol and Joyce dropped by Lee Suk Tae's showroom in Sinsadong Kangnamgu to chat more about the collection. ... MORE
  
  
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  Thu, March 28, 2013

  OC x Seoul Fashion Week: Kaal E. Suktae FW13

  New York, Paris, and Milan make way for Seoul Fashion Week! This week, check the blog for the latest collections from our featured country of the year, KOREA ! Perhaps what is so unique and exciting about the current Korean fashion scene is its ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, March 4, 2013

  Meet Kindall

  Meet Kindall, new to the OC women's store! Name: Kindall Almond Astro sign: Pisces Currently obsessed with: European horror films, oversized denim, summertime, and pickle backs Last movie I downloaded: Night of the Hunted by Jean Rollin When I was ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, February 19, 2013

  OC x NYFW Camera Diary: N. Hoolywood FW13

  In the bustle before New York Fashion Week, we dispatched cameras to a handful of OC designers. The aim: to see how many snacks, coffee runs, and late-night pizzas go into making a collection. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, February 8, 2013

  OC x NYFW: N.Hoolywood FW13

  The invitation to the N.Hoolywood Fall/Winter 2013 show was a piece of silver card that you could assemble into a tiny model aircraft. The I-beams in the show space, an old industrial building on Eleventh Avenue, were also painted silver. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, January 25, 2013

  Meet Bradley

  Meet Bradley, one of the newest faces at OC's New York Men's Shop! Name: Bradley Bledsoe Hometown: Athens, TN   Astro sign: Virgo Currently obsessed with: Listening to Future-croon and eating phở Last song or movie I downloaded: “Power ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, January 8, 2013

  Meet Alex

  Meet OCLA's musically inclined and mighty fine Alex! Name: Alex Aleco Hometown: Glendale, CA Astrological sign: Taurus Currently obsessed with: My band Clues & Codes and yerba mate Supernatural power I would like to possess: Flight As a ... MORE
  
  
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  Thu, January 3, 2013

  In the Studio with Musician Nicolas Jaar

  It's always a treat to pick the brain of a creative who's as articulate about their work as much as they are innovative, like the electronic artist Nicolas Jaar. ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, December 26, 2012

  Meet Kyle

  Straight from the south, meet Kyle, new to the sales floor at OCNY. Name: Kyle Wukasch  Hometown:  Memphis, TN Astro sign:  Cancer Currently obsessed with: Goner Records Last song I downloaded: Nicolas Jaar "The Ego" ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, December 10, 2012

  Holiday Your Way: Allison's Latkes for Hanukkah

  The holiday season is upon us and this year it's time to HOLIDAY YOUR WAY ! We asked members of the OC family to share their favorite holiday recipes. ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, November 20, 2012

  In the Studio (IN KOREA!) with MVIO

  What do designers in Seoul get for lunch? What do they keep on their desks? And what music do they work to? We asked Seoul-based fashion journalist and photographer Hong Sukwoo to scope out the office of Korean menswear brand MVIO , and we were not ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, November 20, 2012

  The Crystal Ark: Gavin Russom & Viva Ruiz' New Music Project

  OCNY's Kyle Wukasch talked to Gavin Russom (formerly of LCD Soundsystem) and Viva Ruiz about their new musical project, The Crystal Ark. ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, October 24, 2012

  OC x Seoul Fashion Week: Kaal E Suktae

  New York, Paris, and Milan make way for Seoul Fashion Week! This week, check the blog for the latest collections from our featured country of the year,  Korea ! Today, Paris-trained womenswear designer Lee Suk Tae of Kaal e Suktae once again ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, October 19, 2012

  This Just In: His 'n' Hers

  With so many fresh items popping up each day, OC's stylist Daria brings you her favorites in " THIS JUST IN ." This week we explore the arrivals at OC that have made themselves at home at both our 35 Howard Street store, and our men's ... MORE
  
  
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  Thu, October 4, 2012

  OC and D4D Gather for the First 2012 Presidential Debate

  Who says downtown creative types are apathetic and apolitical? Last night's Downtown for Democracy and VICE Fight Night event proved otherwise, with plenty of OC friends (including the original downtown democrat Glenn O'Brien) gathering around ... MORE
  
  
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  Sun, September 30, 2012

  OC x PFW: Welcome to the Jungle: Kenzo SS13

  Carol and Humberto took Kenzo jungle fever to a new level with an incredible spring collection. During a fitting last week, Humberto described its story as a girl entering the jungle and emerging transformed as a beautiful wild creature. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, September 21, 2012

  This Just In: On Easy Street

  With so many fresh items popping up each day, OC's stylist Daria brings you her favorites in " THIS JUST IN ." A cozy knit with neon threading, wide-leg patchwork pants, a suede bucket hat, and a structured bag... ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, August 27, 2012

  OC Tokyo Turns Three!

  I can't believe it, Opening Ceremony Tokyo is three! How time flies! Last Friday night, we celebrated this momentous occasion with everyone who has supported us over the years. ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, August 20, 2012

  안녕 한국! Annyung Hanguk! Hello Korea!

  It’s been a big year for OC (our adidas Originals collaboration , the London pop-up shop, the OC Annual , and the 10 year book with Rizzoli), and it’s about to get bigger! Today, we are excited to announce our next featured country, ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, June 29, 2012

  Downtown For Democracy Dinners!

  Everybody knows that when you're dining for a good cause, you digest your food better. That's why we love Downtown for Democracy's new series of foodie fundraisers, Dining for Democracy. ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, April 23, 2012

  Next Level: Opening Ceremony Japan's Tokyo Commuter Shop!

  A couple of weeks ago, we excitedly unveiled Opening Ceremony Japan's second store in Tokyo's Shinjuku train station, but recently, we took the shop to a whole new level, opening up the doors to its second floor! Drop by the one-stop commuter shop ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, March 5, 2012

  OC x PFW: Olympia Le-Tan FW12

  OC chouchoute   Olympia Le-Tan launched her eponymous clothing collection on Saturday with a typically OLT wink: Bettie Page look-alikes stripped down while dancing to Mickey & Sylvia and Biggie in the kitchen of the Musée Nissim de ... MORE
  
  
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  Thu, March 1, 2012

  Oh, Snap: Opening Ceremony Shinjuku's Photo Contest!

  Have you heard? We're opening a brand new Tokyo location, Opening Ceremony Shinjuku, this Friday, March 2nd! To celebrate, the OC Japan crew will be hosting a snap contest at the new shop on Saturday, March 3rd . ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, February 29, 2012

  Grand Opening: Opening Ceremony Shinjuku!

  Get excited––we're opening a second store location in Japan,  Opening Ceremony Shinjuku , on Friday, March 2nd! Just like our  Opening Ceremony Japan flagship store in Shibuya, which opened in 2009, OC Shinjuku ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, February 14, 2012

  OC x NYFW: Band of Outsiders FW12

  Any show that begins with a Mexican wedding cookie from Momofuku bakery is off to an excellent start. The second taster of what was to come? A soundtrack that brought to mind an outlaw returning to a one-street town or blowing through saloon doors. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, February 3, 2012

  Gentlemen's Club: Presenting OC Men's Fall/Winter 2012

  Last night, OC friends gathered at Tiny's in Tribeca to toast the recently completed Fall/Winter 2012 men's collection, which has come a long way since the early days of colorblock diamond hoodies and woven sweatshirts. ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, January 23, 2012

  Happy Year of the Dragon!

  To celebrate the start of the lunar new year, we raided OC for these red, fiery, and show-stopping finds to bring you all the luck you need in the Year of the Dragon. Gong hei fat choy! MORE
  
  
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  Fri, December 2, 2011

  A Military Man: Monitaly FW11

  Designer Yuki Matsuda, the mastermind behind footwear brand Yuketen , also finds the time to collect whole racks of vintage military jackets (how does he do it?!). ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, November 9, 2011

  Just for Kicks: Yuketen FW11

  Japanese-born Yuki Matsuda makes some of the best all-American shoes. It's kind of like how Americans make the best French fries (in my opinion). ... MORE
  
  
• Thu, October 27, 2011
  OCTV Presents: 'Hobbyist' by Twin Bike, Part 2 – Christina Tosi of Momofuku Milk Bar
  Hobbyist is a new, seven-part series in which our good friends and OC blog correspondents  Twin Bike  (Mariko Munro and Rachelyn Remz-Porter) look into the extra-curricular activities of some of their favorite people in pop culture. ... MORE
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  Sat, September 10, 2011

  OC x NYFW: N. Hoolywood SS12

  N. Hoolywood's Daisuke Obana took to the silver screen for SS12 with a collection heavily inspired by Saul Bass, the iconic 60s graphic designer known for his title sequences. ... MORE
  
  
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  Sat, September 3, 2011

  FNO 2011: A Band of Outsiders x Momofuku Mexican Wedding Cookie

  Just like he did for last year's Fashion's Night Out, Cookie monster Scott Sternberg has teamed up with Momofuku Milk Bar superstar Christina Tosi to whip up another OC FNO-exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime confection. ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, August 10, 2011

  Fine Wine: Happy Birthday, Justin Theroux!

  Humberto and OC wish our friend Justin a happy birthday! Dear Justin, A huge happy birthday to you! Wishing you tons of fun and laughs from everyone at Opening Ceremony! Xx MORE
  
  
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  Fri, June 24, 2011

  Shop Talk: Nikolai Rose

  Going into your friend's studio for the first time is a bit like going back to the house they grew up in and stepping into their teenage bedroom. Except instead of band posters and action figures, it's overly decorated with relics of the present. ... MORE
  
  
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  Thu, June 16, 2011

  Meet Pardis

  Meet our new blog intern, Pardis! Name: Pardis Saberi Hometown: Columbus, OH Astrological sign: Cancer One can never go wrong wearing: Silk blouses or anything lace Last thing I downloaded on iTunes: "Painted Eyes" by Hercules and ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, May 30, 2011

  Matty & Megan: Summertime Sports with OCLA

  We're ready for summer to hit! Matty and Megan pick outfits to go with their favorite summertime activities. These pics are for entertainment purposes only -- we do not recommend jumping rope in heels. Photographs by Teena Sahebi MORE
  
  
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  Wed, May 11, 2011

  These Boots Were Made for Walking: Inside Yuketen's Maine Workshop

  Remember when Ryan of Yuketen stopped by to visit us at OCLA ? Well he's been keeping busy ever since. This photo set is from Ryan's journey to Maine, where he visited master shoe makers Leo and Jerry. ... MORE
  
  
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  Thu, May 5, 2011

  OCNY Book Club Member: Ayame Suzuki

  Member:  Ayame Suzuki Book/Magazine:   L'Etranger by Erika Altosaar Published in : Brooklyn Price: $8.00 Why it's so great:  Sometimes you walk into a café or something and you think, "Who's that girl?", because her ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, May 4, 2011

  OCLA Files: Yuketen Pops In

  The gents from Yuketen came in to remind the OCLA staff of the wonderful intricacies that make their shoes truly special. Ryan and Yusuke showed us the different styles of hand-stitched moccasins and boots, all made in a small workshop in Maine. ... MORE
  
  
• Sun, February 13, 2011
  OC x NYFW: Make it Snappy by N. Hoolywood
  Make It Snappy is a photo series showcasing quick snaps from OC & friends as we navigate New York Fashion Week. Who:  Daisuke of N. Hoolywood What: Digging into vintage watches Where: The Indoor Antique Fair on 26th St. ... MORE
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  Fri, February 11, 2011

  OC x NYFW: N. Hoolywood FW11

  Replete with rucksacks, hatchets, and scruff, the N. Hoolywood FW11 show today at the decadent Park Avenue Armory was all about the mountain boy. ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, January 31, 2011

  Just Eat It: Luke's Lobster

  Having a lobster roll that’s more like lobster salad doused with mayo on a bun happens all too often. But this is not the case for Luke's Lobster , which I checked out Friday afternoon with my friend Samantha after hearing claims that it was ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, December 17, 2010

  OC Holiday Gift Guide: For The Real Wild Ones

  Every day up until December 23rd, we're featuring a different category from our Holiday Gift Guide, which we created for everyone on your gifting list! Grizzly Bears and Lumber Janes: a little rough and tumble is never out of the question for these ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, December 15, 2010

  OC Holiday Gift Guide: For the Smarty Pants!

  Every day up until December 23rd, we'll be highlighting one category from our Holiday Gift Guide, which we curated with everyone on your list in mind! This time up: the Smart Alec and Smart Alice! Growing up, they were that kid who went home after ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, October 19, 2010

  Meet Satomi

  This week on MEET OC TOKYO , meet Satomi! As always, the humorous "translation" is available HERE . 名前: 鈴木 里美: (Satomi Suzuki) 出身地: 東京 職業: ショップスタッフ (4F Floor Manager) 今一番はまっているものは: ワールドカップ（全試合見てる！） お洒落のお手本としているもの・人は: ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, October 12, 2010

  Meet Yasuko

  This week on MEET OC TOKYO , meet Yasuko! As always, the humorous "translation" is available HERE . 名前: 長瀬 康子 (Yasuko Nagase) 出身地: 東京都. 職業: ショップスタッフ (2F). オープニングセレモニーで好きなブランド: PASCHBECK, PETER PILOTTO . ... MORE
  
  
• Mon, October 4, 2010
  OCTV: How to Shuck an Oyster with David Chang
  How to Shuck an Oyster with David Chang from Opening Ceremony on Vimeo . OCTV is happy to share its newest production, "How to Shuck an Oyster with David Chang. ... MORE
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  Mon, October 4, 2010

  Monitaly, Mon Amour

  Despite the implications of its name (which stands for the designer's greatest loves, daughter "Monica," "military," and "Italy"), Monitaly actually pays tribute to the most historic styles to come out of the US. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, October 1, 2010

  Meet Ayame

  Meet Ayame, one of our newest sales associates at our newly expanded OCNY location ! Name: Ayame Suzuki Hometown: New York, NY It’s a deal breaker when my date wears: ANYTHING SCENTED. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, September 10, 2010

  OC X NYFW: N. Hoolywood Spring/Summer 2011

  After our chat with Daisuke Obana of N. Hoolywood this past July, we were excited to see the final Spring/Summer 2011 looks at his presentation. ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, September 8, 2010

  FNO 2010: Band of Outsiders x Momofuku

  Two days away and too excited to hold back, we'll truly be churning out the Fashion's Night Out news in the next 48 hours, starting with the very nibbly notion below. ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, August 30, 2010

  Adventures in Taste Testing: Momofuku Cookies

  If you got to ask Scott Sternberg of Band of Outsiders any one question, you'd probably want to hear his musings on the perfect suit, or the perfect polo shirt, or advice on how to gain a cult following, but we opted to ask for his sage opinion on ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, August 27, 2010

  Meet the Model: BOY by Band of Outsiders

  As we previously let you know , we've asked some of our favorite designers to hand-pick their own friends to model for our online store. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, August 13, 2010

  Win a Signed Momofuku Cookbook!

  In the next week, we will be premiering our first "OCTV" original video, wherein master chef and entrepreneur David Chang shares some secrets of seafood in the kitchen of MomofukU Noodle Bar. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, August 6, 2010

  Wearabouts: Ryosuke

  We're always in awe when Ryosuke visits us here at OC Ace ! Name: Ryosuke Suzuki Hometown: Tochigi, Tokyo, Japan. Go-to interview outfit: Dior Homme jacket + pants. Clothes on pets, right or wrong? Wrong. Pets are not fashion. ... MORE
  
  
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  Tue, July 27, 2010

  Mon-tauk It Out

  Summer equals weekends at the beach. And finding a place to crash at the beach. Thankfully, Jen Brill opened her Montauk door this past weekend and chick-fest 2010 was born! A house in Ditch Plains was the site for BBQs, naps on the porch, car rides ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, July 19, 2010

  N. Hoolywood Takes Manhattan

  Over iced coffees at the OC showroom on one of the hottest days of the year, longtime OC friend Daisuke Obana of N. Hoolywood told me about his plans to begin showing in New York this fall. N. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, July 16, 2010

  Stars (of the Nouvelle Vague): They're Just Like Us!

  Raymond Cauchetier’s photographs from behind the scenes of French New Wave cinema are every bit as romantic as you would want photos of Jean Seberg, Anouk Aimée, Jeanne Moreau, and Anna Karina to appear. ... MORE
  
  
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  Thu, July 8, 2010

  Down and Out with Jen Brill and Rafael de Cardenas

  OC friend Jen Brill (of Total Management) sits down with her Montauk housemate, architect extraordinaire Rafael de Cárdenas , to discuss Oribe, Limelight, Pop Swatches, and a few non-nostalgic topics. ... MORE
  
  
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  Wed, November 11, 2009

  Surprise Guest: TOGAs Yasuko Futura Pops by Opening Ceremony LA

  Toga 's head designer Yasuko Furuta popped into Opening Ceremony Los Angeles last week to visit our LA store for the first time. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, October 30, 2009

  Momofuku Fried Chicken: Too Good To Pass Up

  Having just come back from Japan where I indulged in one Kimukatsu too many, I thought it would be best to temporarily wean myself off of fried foods. ... MORE
  
  
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  Mon, October 26, 2009

  Yuketen Shares Their Labor of Love at OC LA

  Last Friday we enjoyed the good fortune of a visit from Ryan Keenan and designer Yuki Matsuda of Yuketen for a very special clinic for the special accessories we carry.  Ryan was actually slated to come alone, but apparently when Mr. ... MORE
  
  
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  Fri, June 5, 2009

  BCC: Common Space

  Common Space isn't a place or publication, but rather a platform for introducing the latest in design and art. Their current project, "Blind Carbon Copy" brings together Asian artist who work under a slew of media into one cohesive space. ... MORE