As we enter the new year, Selectism has compiled a nice list of favorite songs/music acts that friends and industry insiders have listened to most in the last 12 months. “The focus was not on compiling a best music poll for 2011, but more to get a sense of the diverse musical interests of those in the community. Take a moment and read through their picks – the lists are a mixed bag of singles, albums and more.”

See afte the jump the music choices by Billykirk, Mister Mort, Jon Buscemi, Hawaii Mike, KR, Kevin Imamura, Dante Ross and many others to get inspired.

One more week to go before the big holidays of the year. You guys looking forward to some time off? We certainly do not mind a couple of slow weeks before the January tradeshow rush. But it definitely does not feel any slower at the moment, with lots of new product releases and Spring ‘12 product previews, as well as some interesting other projects. Make sure to check out the links here below.

Selectism:

• The Timex Weekender Watch Collection
• hard graft Nero Card Case/Wallet
• SNS Herning Spring/Summer 2012 Looks

Curated Magazine:

• Jeremyville for LeSportSac
• Video: COLOR. by Tom Sachs
• Craig Costello in Hawaii

Highsnobette:

• Hello Kitty x UBIQ Plushie Sneakers
• Brooklyn Street Art 2011 Images by Jaime Rojo
• Givenchy Iris Tartan Scarf

Radcollector:

• Atlas x Habitat Skateboard Decks
• etnies Lancaster Mid Top Sneaker
• Vans x Colony Sneaker Pack

Highsnobiety:

• Check out the latest Banksy pieces that popped up in London
• The new Nike iD Air Force 1 Bespoke
• Versace for H&M Men’s Cruise Collection Spring 2012

Check out the latest video features of The Avant/Garde Diaries here.

Enjoy!

Another exciting week in news has passed. The Pirelli Calendar was released this week and circulated the entire net, followed by Lindsay Lohan’s Playboy pictures. Of course there were plenty of strong product releases as well and some interesting events that we covered, so make sure to catch up with the links here below.

Selectism:

• Pirelli 2012 Calendar photography by Mario Sorrenti
• Gift Ideas – Unique iPad Sleeves and Cases
• BMWi Electric Car Launch at Art Basel Miami

Curated Magazine:

• GQ Profile on Ai WeiWei
• College for Creative Studies New Ad Campaign
• Nick Georgiou’s Paper Sculptures

Radcollector:

• Nike SB Dunk High Dark Oak
• Burton Snowboards Girls Night Out NYC
• Nike SB Stefan Janoski Corona

Highsnobette:

• Mother Denim Landscape Jeans Spring 2012
• ‘Will Fuck For Chanel’ Tote Bag
• Chanel Pre-Autumn 2012 Accessories

Highsnobiety:

• Buyers Guide: 24 Gift Ideas of Someone Who Already Has Everything
• Louis Vuitton Polo Bike
• Kixbox 2012 Calendar

Check out the latest from The Avant/Garde Diaries here.

Enjoy!

We are getting close the end of the year. Last week has kept us really busy as usual, mostly though because of all the happenings of Art Basel Miami. Lots of shows, events and great art to see – we tried to report on the most interesting ones for you.

Check out the links here below to catch up on last week.

Selectism:

• Imogene + Willie Holiday 2011 Lookbook
• Marni for H&M Spring 2012 Collection Announced
• Church’s Footwear – Spring/Summer 2012

Highsnobette:

• Spencer Tunick for Mara Hoffman
• Pointer Footwear Farai Boots
• H&M x Girl With Dragon Tattoo

Radcollector:

• Native Velvet Collection
• DGK x Zero Deck Series
• Supra Holiday 2011 Skyboots

Curated Magazine:

• iCam Concept
• Skin and Bones Domino Set by Jeremy Fish
• Blu in Spain

Highsnobiety:

• Lady Gaga x Terry Richardson Book – A Look Inside
• Buyers Guide: 11 Great Winter Sneakers
• A.P.C. Spring 2012 Pre-Collection Has Released

Check out the latest episodes from The Avant/Garde Diaries here.

Enjoy!

It was a short week but nevertheless lots was going on. From good product releases to lots of Black Friday events and specials, we were as usual very busy keeping you guys in the loop. Before the big holidays of the year there is a lot more to come. Next week ArtBasel Miami is on, so you can expect some interesting coverage from there.

Check out the links below to catch up on the last 7 days.

Selectism:

• Schott NYC for Restauration Hardware
• Holga Lense Kit for iPhone 4 and iPhone 4 S
• Hong Kong General Store

Curated Magazine:

• Recap – The London Police at Opera Gallery NYC
• Unofficial New Banksy in London?
• Preview – East West Connect at Above Second Gallery

Highsnobette:

• Agent Provocateur Edith Knickers
• KTZ Transparent Fur Coat
• Gap x Isabel Marant T-Shirt

Radcollector:

• Girl and Chocolate Film Trailer
• Dragon APC Goggles
• Vans Penny Loafer LX

Highsnobiety:

• Photojojo iPhone Camera Lense Dial
• Supreme x The North Face Leopard Pack Holiday 2011
• Hip Hop Loves Versace for H&M

Make sure to check out the latest from The Avant/Garde Diaries here.

Enjoy!

We get closer to the Holiday season and therefore lots of brands are of course announcing interesting product specials in the weeks to come. The biggest news this last week was for sure the new Benetton UNHATE campaign, a great reminder of the power of proper advertising and a great cause as well.

Make sure to check out the links below before going into the new week.

Selectism:

• Benetton’s first campaign in 10 years – UNHATE
• H&M Spring 2012 Menswear Looks
• GANT Rugger Holiday 2011 Looks

Highsnobiety:

• Terry Richardson for Happy Socks Campaign
• Babes on Wheels by Patrick O’Dell
• Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2012 Calendar

Curated Magazine:

• Carbon Fibre Stormtrooper Uniforms
• Skin and Bones Domino Set by Jeremy Fish
• 25 Greatest Paris Graffiti Writers

RadCollector:

• Streetmachine x JanSport Backpack
• Harold Hunter Day V Video Recap
• etnies Plus Holiday 2011 Califas Boot

Highsnobette:

• Tom Ford Spring 2012 Womenswear
• Reebok Chi-Kaze Hightop Sneaker
• Erykah Badu in GQ’s 2011 Music Issue

Make sure to check out the latest episodes of The Avant/Garde Diaries Video Series here.

Enjoy!

Some interesting announcements were made this week, ranging from the opening date of LeBron’s UNKNWN store to a new attack by French graffiti artist Kidult. As usual we also previewed a series of great new products, and recapped some nice events and exhibitions. Make sure to catch up with the links below.

Selectism:

• Puma 2012 African Football Kits
• At Home With Jay Carroll of Levi’s
• Raleigh Hand Dipped Chambray Indigo Pants

Curated Magazine:

• Mustache Combs from Offerman Wood Shop
• Bullet Shaped Ice Cubes
• Chalk Ping Pong Table for Puma

Highsnobette:

• Nike x The Lake & Stars Air Force 1
• Ana Hugo on Cover of GQ Portugal
• Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku Mini x Target TV Ad

Radcollector:

• Nike SB Omar Salazar LR Commercial Part 1
• Sailor Jerriy 2012 Calendar Behind The Scenes
• Stoked Awards 2011 Recap

Highsnobiety:

• Kidult Responds to Celine 2011 Spring Skateboard Campaign
• Givenchy Watch The Throne T-Shirts by Riccardo Tisci
• Kanye West and Jay-Z Perform at the 2011 Victoria Secret Fashion Show

Check out the latest from The Avant/Garde Diaries, including an interview with Marie Thumerelle from Ofr. Paris.

Enjoy!

Here comes our weekly round-up from our network, making sure that you stay on top of the last 7 days, before going into the next one. As usual lots going on, from first proper sightings of the Air Yeezy 2, nice new tech gadgets, some better sneaker releases and also some noteworthy art events happening. Make sure to check the links below.

Selectism:

• Triumph Steve McQueen Edition Motorcycle
• Rockport for Barbour Limited Edition Footwear for Holiday 2011
• Canon EOS C300 Digital Camera – Cinema Style

Highsnobette:

• Marc Jacobs Doll Cameo on South Park
• Marc Jacobs x NARS – Color Coordinated Polish and Gloves
• William Okpo Spring/Summer 2012 Lookbook

Curated Magazine:

• James Jean with Jeff Staple – 1-2-1 Interview
• Silhouette Floating Lamp from lamp lamp
• El Mac at the Barcelona Montana Factory

Radcollector:

• Stoked – After School With P-Rod and Friends
• CONS November 2011 Sneakers
• Radcollector Girlfriend Shoots – WeSC

Highsnobiety:

• Nike Air Yeezy 2 Black/Pink Sneaker Sighted on Kanye West
• Terry Richardson Shoots Tyler The Creator and Friends
• Drake’s October’s Very Own and Roots Varsity Jackets

Check out the latest from The Avant/Garde Diaries, including an interview with Modeselektor.

Enjoy!

Lots going on this past week. Some cool Halloween releases were announced and soon you will start seeing the Christmas and New Year specials. Yeah, it is that time of the year again. Check out the links below from the network to get back on track.

Selectism:

• Duncan Miller Gallery’s Marilyn Monroe Photo Exhibit
• William Lockie for A.P.C. Lambswool Sweaters
• Post It Note Watches

Curated Magazine:

• Ryan McLennan at Joshua Liner Gallery Recap
• Chloe Early Exhibition Recap
• New Faile Mural on Houston and Bowery

Highsnobette:

• Designer Brandages: LV, Gucci, Chanel
• Stolen Girlfriends Club Spring 2012 Lookbook
• Gisele on Cover of Harper Bazaar’s First Brazil Edition

Radcollector:

• burn Presents ‘Never Extinguish‘
• Converse Skateboarding Gum Pack
• Burton x Red Wing Rover Boots

Highsnobiety:

• Banksy Artwork for Occupy London Movement
• Buyers Guide: 8 Great Varsity Jackets Available Now
• Street Style – Eric Koston at Supreme LA

Check out the latest from The Avant/Garde Diaries.

Enjoy!

We bring you our weekly network round-up, summing up the strongest links from our network in the past 7 days. As usual the world of fashion, sneakers, design and art kept us very busy and it is easy having missed out on something. Make sure to check out the stories here below to stay on top.

Selectism:

• Selectism’s Favorite Winter Boots of 2011
• RRL Online Store Opens
• Hickorees Hard Goods Shop – A Look Inside

Radcollector:

• Think Spirit Animals Series
• Nike SB Janoski Umber/Boulder White
• Happy Beach Surf Film Trailer

Highsnobette:

• Opening Ceremony Spring 2012 Women’s Lookbook
• Louis Vuitton Pumpkin
• Kate Sylvester The Secretary Autumn/Winter 2011

Curated Magazine:

• Pantone Christmas Balls
• Apex vs MTN94 Fluorescents
• New Evol in Moscow and Brandenburg

Highsnobiety:

• Versace for H&M Men’s Collection – The Full Lookbook
• DMC 2013 Electric DeLorean
• Supreme x Clarks Desert Mali Dessert Boots
• I Wish They Made This For Girls Photo Series

Also make sure to check out The Avant/Garde Diaries video series here.

Enjoy!