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Ketel One Vodka’s Nationwide Hunt For The Perfect Idea
Multifaceted Watch
Better Music in Wood
Super Golf Trolley
Extreme E-Bike
Iron and Silk Scarf
Friday Giveaway: Poppy Playground 100% Egyptian Cotton Sateen Sheets by Vice Merchants

Ketel One Vodka’s Nationwide Hunt For The Perfect Idea

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 10:06 AM PDT

Many a times we stagnate because we simply lack the resources to move forward in life. Well, after today you cannot use this as an excuse to realize your brilliant idea! Ketel One Vodka is asking Gentlemen Everywhere to Answer "A Gentleman's Call". In simple words, if you have a game-changing idea, the Ketel One is willing to back your belief with a $100,000 investment.

This is how you can win the $100,000 investment

Ketel One is looking for substance and style within an idea, inspiration or endeavor that will raise society's behavioral bar.
You can get involved at www.AGentlemansCall.com, where the five projects best exemplifying a higher standard of thinking and living will be selected.
The Grand Prize Winner chosen by consumers across the country.
A Gentleman's Call: In Pursuit of an Idea that Matters is a nationwide search to invest behind one original idea that champions the lifestyle of the modern gentleman.
Ketel One will then invest $100,000 to turn the winner's idea into a reality.
Ketel One has enlisted the mentorship of three men that embody the essence of a modern gentleman: actor and philanthropist Ian Somerhalder, Co-Founder and CEO of the Movember Foundation, Adam Garone and celebrated actor Carlos Ponce.
These cultural counselors will be defining the values of the ultimate gentleman's competition through their day-to-day lives.

Details:

Entries close on July 29, 2012.
Visit for here for complete contest rules and to submit projects.

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Multifaceted Watch

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 09:44 AM PDT

This chrono watch by Alp Germaner is all about layers. Looking deep into the face, one notices that the gears, dial, hands, outer bezel, and date wheel create a multifaceted labyrinth of working components. Designed to be a top of the line sports watch, it’s as durable as it is intricate.

Designer: Alp Germaner

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Better Music in Wood

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 06:13 AM PDT

Tinka-tune takes a very different approach towards music creation. The design interface hopes to create an honest link between the user and music using low-technology and timeless mechanisms. As Phil explains, "The concept's prototypes focus on designing a musical note with a resonant + adjustable tone, and a simple modular mounting system." The final design imbibes an educational value of composing music with tactile feedback, aided with color-coordinated keys and a starter song booklet. At the end of the day you get innately creative and visceral musical experience.

Designer: Phil So

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Super Golf Trolley

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 05:38 AM PDT

I am not a golfer but been raised by golf enthusiasts who took me to the golf course at every given chance. So I understand the sacredness of a golf clubs, the caddy and even the golf bag! I'd like to dedicate this Tour Caddie – ProPod Golf Trolley to all the times I misunderstood 'birdie', 'Calcutta' and 'eagle'. This unique monocoque motorized carry pod has been specifically designed for Mike Powell Design and features some great innovations.

Propod is an all-weather all in one golf solution that features a battery powered pod incorporating three lightweight modules for transportation, easy handling and simple assembly ready for the course.

Features:

The effortless progressive steering is achieved by the unique joystick controller.
The built in control panel and GPS range finder all help let the player concentrate on their game.
The pod includes weather sealed storage compartments, an insulated drinks compartment compartments and a wheel cleaning system.
You can personalize the Propod with a range of color and trim options.

Designer: AME Design

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Extreme E-Bike

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 12:05 AM PDT

The Roskva electric motorcycle is a fresh, thrilling concept… sure to engage the hearts of young motorcyclists and supermoto enthusiasts alike. The naked-style bike features sharp, angular bodywork, a monocoque carbon fiber chassis and an open, streamlined back end that’s made even cleaner as it lacks an exhaust. Powered by twin 94hp motors, the bike emulates the feel of a combustion engine bike and has state of the art chassis, suspension and brakes that many other e-bikes lack.

Designer: Erik Olsvik

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Iron and Silk Scarf

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 12:01 AM PDT

Primarily working with metal and light, artist Miya Ando created a unique process of permanently hand-dyeing anodized aluminum plate paintings. By applying the same technique to fabric, the designer yielded this beautiful, metallic, 100% silk chiffon scarf that, when draped, looks similar to liquid metal. It’s a modern work of art you can wear!

Designer: Miya Ando

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Friday Giveaway: Poppy Playground 100% Egyptian Cotton Sateen Sheets by Vice Merchants

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 12:00 AM PDT

This Friday, get a chance to win yourself an exclusive limited edition of designer sheets! Sheets that make you feel sexy, sensual and wanted! YD brings to you the Poppy Playground Sheets by Vice Merchants.
Vice Merchants' team is inspired by the beauty of the female form, and they shirk cultural taboos to infuse sensuality and sexuality into a line of luxury home décor. To win the exclusive Poppy Playground in a size of your choice, simple answer the question posted after the jump…

To Win Limited Edition Poppy Playground Sheets

In the comments below tell us which color sheets spice up your bedroom? Our favorites are slate and purple. What is yours?

Contest Rules

Contest open till 15th July 2012, midnight PST.
Contest open to USA, Australia, Canada, EU, UK and Ireland residents only.
Standard contest rules apply.
Winner can choose from King, Queen, Full or Twin Long Sizes

About Poppy Playground Sheets

Poppy Playground is an exclusive set of super style-y, uber-risque, 400 thread count 100% Egyptian Cotton Sateen Sheets. Designed as a classic floral pattern from afar, but up close the Poppy Playground print reveals a bevy of beauties frolicking in a lush field of poppies.

About Vice Merchants

Vice Merchants is a design collective and lifestyle label and the brain child of former hedge fund trader Jake Katz and veteran fashion designer Ryan Rock. Emblematic prints and patterns showcasing scintillating sirens and lascivious lovelies engaged in scenes of amour are at the core of the brand's collection. Vice Merchants embraces the forbidden and celebrates the seductive.