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New Nano-Fabric Allows You to Dunk Clothes in Water Without it Getting Wet
futureofgadgets.com — A fabric which can repel water like this could be used in a variety of different fields. Since the gas could theoretically condense onto any fabric, applying a quick spray onto your clothes could turn your ugly Hawaiian shirt into a tropical raincoat. You could go swimming in your clothes at a party (or without if its that kind of ...More ( Clothing )
'Green' brass knuckles
inhabitat.com — Its not every day that you get to watch your garden grow while wearing some fashion-forward digit bling. The Growing Jewelry collection by hip Icelandic product designer Hafsteinn Juliusson is ideal for green thumbs who not only care about the environment but also want to spread some eco-love by sporting tuffets of moss as jewelry. We have been waiting for ...More ( Clothing )
Bicycle Wear Technology: How Speedy are You?
bikehacks.com — It seems that the integration of technology with cycle wear is gaining speed. The SPEED-VEST is a bicycle safety device and advocacy tool which displays the wearers current speed on their back in easy-to-read lighted numerals. It improves rider conspicuity while legitimizing bicycle speeds on the roadway.More ( Clothing )
10 Coolest Chuck Norris T Shirts Ever!
coloroverload.com — Chuck Norris is my hero and he should be your hero too! Chuck Norris is a famous actor, writer and producer who starred in many movies and TV shows such as Walker Texas Ranger. He is a true phenomenon with a round house kick that is second to none. He is feared and loved by all and you can pay ...More ( Clothing )
Drink Like a Commando with the Beerdolier
gizmodo.com — A beer belt is nice, but those bottles will probably clang together when you fumble around in a stupor. The Beerdolier takes the weight off of your hips, giving you greater freedom of movement in the process. Plus, when you finally pass out, you don't have to worry about broken glass being thrust into your sensitive nether regions. It also ...More ( Clothing )
Bike in style with the YAKKAY helmet
yakkay.com — Hate wearing unstylish bike helmets ? Yakkay's bike-helmets look like hats -- just slip a cover on (they come in beanie, sunhat, peaked cap and a couple other varieties, and in many colors) and pedal your way to sartorial splendour.More ( Clothing )
remo_williamsGet Off T-Shirt
uncrate.com — Nothing says "Get the hell off my land!" like a shotgun-wielding man in a cowboy hat, which is exactly what you'll find on the Get Off T-Shirt ($30). Created by Coby Schultz and Barry Ament, the shirt's abstract design is just vague enough to draw attention, yet repellent enough to keep people out of your business.More ( Clothing )
Utility Beer Belt
uncrate.com — If you're serious about your brew, and when it's quantity over quality, strap on a Beer Belt ($18). The Batman-worthy nylon belt features six plastic holsters designed to hold cans or bottles of your favorite liquid snack.More ( Clothing )
Bullet resistant bras for German police
telegraph.co.uk —
The new underwear was developed as a second barrier of defence after normal bras were found to cause injuries while on duty. The officers' bullet-proof vests, while stopping the force of gunshots in an attack, pushed the plastic and metal parts of their underwear into their flesh, causing injury.
Carmen Kibat, a policewoman in Hamburg who tested the new ...More
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$10,000 Polo Shirt Repels Automatic Weapon Fire
asylum.com — Fashion designer Miguel Caballero understands that if you lead the high life in crime-ridden Colombia, you should be able to look good while being sprayed by automatic gunfire. In fact, Caballero has designed a whole line of bulletproof clothing for men and women, including guayaberas, polo shirts, jackets and even an updated version of the classic bulletproof vest. His leather ...More ( Clothing )