Category Archives: LOS ANGELES

Sharp Eye

Posted on 16/05/2011 by Raoul

There’s cotton, and then there’s James Perse cotton. Quality and style from Los Angeles. If you want to look beyond his classic apparel, check out the ping pong table, surfboards and the cruiser on his website. A lifestyle brand that’s … Continue reading →

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King of the Castle

Posted on 21/02/2011 by Raoul

Having just got back from the West, I thought I’d take a short cut from my usual post, and send you to a friend’s website where some previous words of mine can be found. If you haven’t made friends with … Continue reading →

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Setting Suns

Posted on 09/01/2011 by Raoul

One of the most spectacular memories from the West Coast is the light. It’s incredible. It’s fortifying, intense and re-energising. So, here’s a few of my favourite sunsets. Brought to you on Sunday, of course.

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Danger Mouse

Posted on 31/12/2010 by Raoul

It’s almost the end of 2010 and, more importantly, the end of our West Coast experience. There’s a best of SF list in progress but, as we leave LA, here’s an appropriate image for our farewell. Tired and emotional meets … Continue reading →

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Top Shop

Posted on 31/12/2010 by Raoul

Maxfield is, without a doubt, my favorite shop in the world. Every collection from vintage Hermes to Paul Harnden is beautifully curated and presented within this iconic concrete block on Melrose. The displays are another visual treat, in case your … Continue reading →

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Sign of the times

Posted on 30/12/2010 by Raoul

One of the most famous signs in the world is now available to buy for your garden. Just add neon.

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Blast from the Past

Posted on 29/12/2010 by Raoul

Here’s a brand I have not seen since my school table tennis club days. Nice Spin fixture in the lobby. Smashing.

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Road Rat

Posted on 28/12/2010 by Raoul

Stopped for some gift shopping at one of Abbot Kinneys’s best vintage stores – Surfing Cowboys. The guy driving this stopped for 5 mins, picked up a classic book on ‘Bauhaus’ and stepped back into his Rat Rod. Venice Beach … Continue reading →

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A Good Sign

Posted on 27/12/2010 by Raoul

This was a nice sign outside the Burton store on Melrose. Right above a well stickered bench.

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Tropical Gangsters

Posted on 20/12/2010 by Raoul

Arrived in LA for a quick stop before we flew to Maui. Have never seen so much rain in The City of Angels. But it was in preparation for the craziest tropical storm that greeted us here. Rain or shine, … Continue reading →

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