Sorry boys, but Vans has a new line of women’s kicks that are designed by artists. This wearable artwork includes different styles from three artists - and more to come. The first shoe of the series was done by Keren Richter that launced on Sunday and it looks awesome! So cute!

It had a really big response and she is already working on a second design. Retail stores are expecting to be sold out by the end of the week. Keren will be touring Nordstrom stores with her shoes and doing signings of her work. Another artist, Kim Buzzelli, is going to be next to design a pair of Vans.

Pharrell Williams will be one of the first to use the new revolutionary procedure to remove his numerous tattoos. The suddenly grown man doesn’t wanna put off a bad image.

Williams is having replicated skin grown to cover his tats. Nasty!

The N.E.R.D. front man said, “It’s basically like getting a skin graft, but you’re not taking skin from your ass or your legs. These guys actually grow the skin for you. First you have to give them a sample of your skin, which they then replicate. Once that’s been done, they sew it on - and it’s seamless.”

EW. So much for Pharrell being hott.

The Baby is full of win today. The rapper decided to one-up Lil Jon’s winery, which I told you about awhile back, and now he’s at the top of my favorites with a new champagne: Halo Champagne. In case you haven’t heard, Ms. Nickels is somewhat of a champagne connoisseur [I even spelled that without looking it up]. I know the difference between brut and extra dry, so bring it Weezy Baby, make it rain champagne!!!! From AllHipHop.com:

Lil Wayne has partnered with Milestone Brands and French grower Voirin-Jumeh, to create his own brand of champagne.
Halo Champagne, which Wayne introduced to the world in the video for his chart topping hit “Lollipop,” is set to launch later this year.
“I’m excited about this venture with Milestone Brands,” Lil Wayne told AllHipHop.com in a statement. “Champagne is for celebrating. There are so many different business opportunities…I want to take advantage of it all. I’m ready to put my foot in a new door.”
Halo Champagne consists of four distinctive sub-brands, each with its own flavor.
Halo Brut, contains various flavors and a citrus finish, with hints of lemon cream and roasted hazelnut.
Halo Brut Vintage features a classic, creamy consistency and a stronger mix of lemon blossoms and almonds.
Halo Rose, a combination of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, offers an aroma of pomegranate, crushed raspberries, and mint.
Finally, Halo Pinnacle is a fruity Chardonnay blend, capped off by hints of lime-tree flower and roasted hazelnuts.
Wayne’s French partner, Voirin-Jumeh is recognized as one of the finest makers of Chardonnay-based champagne.
The company, based in the Grand Cru Village of Cramant in Northeast France, has been known traditionally for artisanal champagne making.

I can’t wait! <3333

Check out Synthesis Sweepstakes and enter the SPRFKR contest! You’ll get fitted in some artsy tee’s or win posters, buttons or stickers! The artwork is AMAZING and he is a Synthesis favorite:

More at his MySpace. SUPER + FUCKER = badass work. Love it!

The first cardboard bike has been created by Phil Bridge, a design student from the UK. The design is almost finalized as the last few kinks are being worked out. The frame is completely made of cardboard so it’s all recycled and VERY green. The wheels are standard bike wheels made of rubber and metal but you won’t find any other materials besides carboard. It can hold a person up to 168 pounds and only costs $6 to make!! Retail value is around $25. This is awesome.

The 2008 lineup is FRESH! KRS-One, 88-Keys, Buckshot, Blu & Exile, Fresh Daily, Mickey Factz, J. Period, Zaki Ibrahim and DJ Premier. The Brooklyn Hip-Hop main performance day is July 12th. Check the calendar on the Web site for the rest of the festival days programs & performers. If yer going, I’m super jealous - take me with you! I can fit in small spaces!