Trovata is a four-man fashion design collective based in Newport Beach, CA, and has risen from a dorm room design studio to high-fashion notoriety in a matter of four years. After literally cutting and sewing each sample by hand, they got their first big break with orders from Barney's, Fred Segal, and American Rag in 2002 and they haven't looked back since. With a laid-back mix of west-coast surfer and east-coast prepschool student, Trovata bases each of its collections on the lives and times of fictional characters—the Fall 2006 line employs a cool 1960's Alpine Swiss Streusel theme and the Spring 2007 line is a quirky take on a 1974 Cuban Diving Adventure. During New York's most recent fashion week, the Trovata four strayed away from a conventional runway show and instead opted to showcase their Spring 2007 men's and women's styles by throwing a party with a band, margaritas, and even a raffle drawing–unconventional? Maybe. But it was an ingenious way to brandish the whimsical features with which the Trovata label has become associated. Get Trovata clothing (from t-shirts to twill blazers) at your local boutique or online at Active Endeavors or Revolve Clothing.

We have to admit that our adolescent desire for the inflatable “Moon Walk” has never really left us. A friend of ours told us about a sport, Bossaball that seems to be embracing this desire for the birthday party apparatus of yesteryear and combining it with sports. Originating somewhere between the rock of Gibraltar and the Port of Antwerp, Bossaball combines many sports – soccer, beach volleyball, capoeira, and gymnastics into one giant pitch that consists of trampolines and inflatable cushions. Bossaball has become somewhat of a “phenomenon” in Spain with players using all parts of their bodies to pass the ball over a net volleyball style. Bossaball also embraces the crowd with the referees entertaining fans and bands playing live percussion combined with whistles and a DJ. It doesn't matter if you are looking to embrace that inner Ronaldhino or want to move like Le Cirque du Soliel, Bossaball welcomes it all and seems like one great party to boot! – Thanks Jennifer

It took two days to recover from the fun, sun, and music, but this years Austin City Limits Music Festival is still strongly resonating in our thoughts. Although the festival opened and closed with rain showers, the clouds parted for most of the weekend allowing the shining sun and gentle breezes to provide the perfect atmosphere for some of the most exhilarating live music we've ever experienced. Phoenix played a terrific set, blending old tracks (Run, Run, Run and Funky Square Dance) with new tunes (“Napoleon Says” and “Long Distance Call”) and embraced the crowd, who returned their energy despite the mid-day heat. We caught up with Laurent Brancowitz (Guitar) in the artist lounge where he told us he was really looking forward to the rest of their US tour dates so make sure to check them out in a town near you. Nada Surf followed shortly there after definitely had us singing along to “Inside of Love” and “Killians Red”, and humored us with some adolescent skateboard stories before toping things off with the hit song “Popular”. Things were in full swing at the festival and it was only to get better!

I am a sucker for unique packaging. When the M&M Mini's came out, I was there, when Dannon released Gogurt in a plastic tube, I was there, and now when Sofia wine comes in a can I will definitely be there. Sofia, which is renowned for its great tasting wine has just made itself that much more easy to sneak into outdoor concerts or baseball games. Found at most grocery stores and alcohol depots, the Sofia Mini's come in an adorable (I use the term loosely) hexagon box with four cans per package. If you have limited access to a grocery store or live in the woods, Sofia will happily ship you a hexagon for 15 dollars (temperature permitting).

The last time a shoe company and hip hop came together, we got Run DMC and ADIDAS. This time Nike is giving it a go with 64 pairs of Eminem designed Air Max’s to be auctioned off for Charity. Lasting til October 1st, 8 pairs will be auctioned off each week alternating between eBay and various Nike Town locations. Depending on the date of your bid, the shoe will vary between the Air Max ‘87 all the way up to the most recent Air Max 360. Each pair being auctioned comes numbered and signed by Mr. Mathers himself making them any sneaker collector’s dream. All proceeds benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation, a non-profit that helps troubled and at-risk youths in the Michigan area.