Design

March 26, 2019

Adidas Vows to Make 11 Million Pairs of Shoes Using Ocean Plastic

Since 2015, Adidas has partnered with environmental conservationists Parley for the Oceans to create a line of footwear and apparel that does its part to keep our oceans clean. Made with plastic waste intercepted from the beach before it enters the water, the Adidas x Parley line has been wildly successful and is continuing to grow. With consumers clamoring for these environmentally-friendly sneakers, Adidas is prepared to ramp up production in 2019.

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March 25, 2019

Beautiful Van Gogh Notecards Let You Channel the Artist’s Love of Letter-Writing

First and foremost, Vincent van Gogh is known for his prolific portfolio. During his short career, the Dutch artist produced over 2,000 artworks, including 900 paintings and 1,100 drawings. In addition to art, however, Van Gogh adopted another hobby during his lifetime: letter-writing. “If it’s not a letter I’m writing but a drawing I’m doing,” the artist noted in one of 651 letters addressed to his brother.

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March 21, 2019

Sakura-Shaped Parasol Designed for Japan’s Cherry Blossom Season

Japan’s cherry blossom season has officially begun, and people all over the world are getting ready to celebrate the arrival of the pink sakura bloom. Many locals and tourists visiting the annual “flower viewing” festivals (called hanami) not only travel far and wide to reach the most beautiful pink parts of Japan, but they also make sure to dress for the occasion.

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March 19, 2019

Vibrant Cover Art for The New Yorker’s “Spring Style” Issue Is Inspired by Frida Kahlo

Illustrator Malika Favre is known for her minimalist designs that play with form and color. For her latest project—which happened to be the cover art for The New Yorker‘s Spring Style Issue—Favre took this aesthetic approach to the next level in order to channel a certain kind of iconic style. Aptly titled Spring to Mind, this graphic employs a tropical palette and jungle of floral motifs to symbolize the start of the season.

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