Our 5 Current Obsessions: Your Go-To Folsom Accessories, New Nike Platforms
If you are looking for a last minute Folsom Street Fair accessory, we have a couple of statement pieces for you to consider. An old digital toy is making a comeback this month. The new sneakers from Commes des Garçon and Nike will make you stand above the crowd. From the latest gadgets to must-have fashion accessories, this week’s roundup of our current obsessions is fun, sexy, tech-y and trendy.
1. Pig Bag and Rocket Charm by Walter Van Beirendonck
We have the perfect Folsom Street Fair accessory for you to show off later this month. Get your piggy on with this beautifully crafted leather wallet by Belgium avant-garde designer, Walter Van Beirendonck. Despite the porcine design, the wallet is 100% calfskin. A portion of the proceeds from this sale will benefit the Tom of Finland Foundation. $575 at tomoffinlandstore.com
2. Commes des Garçon + Nike Collaboration
If you want to stand tall among the crowd, these sneakers will make it happen — literally. Commes des Garçon partners with Nike to give the iconic Cortes model an update: platforms. Created from leather, the upper of the Cortes sits on a tall black-and-white striped platform sole. Price upon request, nike.com
3. Tamagotchi
The OG Tamagotchi is making a comeback. This 1997 craze is reborn 21 years later — and it’s much the same. Just like before, raise your pet with love, check on its health and discipline it when it is naughty. But now, it comes with different new colors. $20, bandai.com
4. KiiPix, Instant Photo Printer
Quickly print your favorite photo from your smartphone with PiiPix. This instant photo printer is easy to operate: Just open up the camera and place your smartphone on the top with the photo you’d like to print on the screen. Press the shutter button, rotate the dial and instantly you have a physical copy to keep forever. $53, firefox.com
5. Tuareg-5 Steampunk Watch Bracelet
We opened with a perfect Folsom Street Fair accessory, and we’re closing with another one. The analog Tuareg-5 Steampunk watch has the standard functionality, but its rustic design gives this it a masculine touch. The soft leather band holds its shape while feeling comfortable on your wrist. $200, etsy.com
