JB Classics Lab just launched a handful of new and extremely-hot sneakers for their Summer 2006 line. You can check out a preview on their site, they will be in very select stores this summer. These are the Vahala 540H’s False Relics–made with nubuck, tumble leather, excruciating detail from the sea-foam rubber soles to the zig-zag stitch details, and of course a very limited edition! Check out the JB Headquarters site to and begin drooling over the 15 hot designs for summer.

Vernor Panton has been designing with precision and grace for a long time– and before his death dabbled in everything from architecture to furniture and lighting. His Globe lamp, originally released in 1969, became available again in 2004, and is an excellent example of his timeless designs. The globe is constructed of transparent acrylic Lucite and has five reflectors in hollowed out Aluminum, each having a colored lacquered finish of white, blue, or orange. Priced at $1995.00 for the 16” diameter and $2495.00 for the 20” diameter, the Globe is truly a piece of art worthy of adoration. Each lamp is signed, stamped, and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Both sizes are available from Luminaire.

“Math is hard; life is hard, but in the hands of Craig Damrauer, math and life come together with a unique and simple clarity in his New Math: Equations for Living flashcards. In the tradition of LCD artist Jenny Holzer, these equations turn words into art, investing tired concepts and commonplace events with new meaning.” Craig’s application of mathematical formula's to real-life feelings create witty and intelligent observations like Boca Raton = Long Island + 40 years and Foreign Country = obscure + exotic + CNN. The New Math flashcards are sure to spark conversation and are available from Environment 337.