The Gold Safety Pin !

2009-12-09T21:43:00.000-08:00

Hear Yee, Hear Yee!

2009-12-09T12:35:00.001-08:00

Today's post is a brief interview about an emerging brand YD&HS. I ran across a interview on the boss man himself Mr.Maiko, and liked the project he has going. I'm going to start sending readers a insight to the things I'm reading about and the people I interact with.

Introduce yourself to the readers.

what's up Gold Safety Pin, I'm Christian Maiko Head Designer & Creator of YoungDumb&HighStrung (YD&HS)

What inspired you to start YD&HS?

YD&HS was inspired by the song US Placers by CRS. It was originally just small graphic design & blog campaign to show the general observation of our generation the partying, sex, drugs, music etc. then the name just stuck & it quickly began gaining support.

What item(s) can’t you leave the house without?

My blackberry BOLD of course,sunglasses & cigarettes//lighter..I know its two items but you can't have one without the other.haha.

When is the release date for the project and what goals do you have for it?

Well the original release date was on January 1st 2010, but I realized I couldn't provide the full effect of what I want to do in such a short period, so the new release date is February 10th 2010. As far as goals for YD&HS, too many to put in just one statement, but I just want to open some peoples eyes.

Cigars or Cigarettes?

Cigarettes,all day every day..cigars are just too much in my opinion.

What is the Breakfast of a Champion?

Haha, I don't know about "champions" but my breakfast usually consists of a cigarette, some vitamins, candy or waffles & an iced chai latte or water. Worst meal possible I know.

What Cd’s are currently in your stereo?

1.) Lupe Fiasco-Enemy of the State: A Love Story
2.) YD&HS- Halloween Horror Mix
3.) The Bloody Beetroots- Rombo
& I've been meaning to pick up The Clipse-Till The Casket Drops but its been sold out everywhere.

If you could pick 4 people to collaborate with, who would it be.

Hmm..I had a few people in mind at first, but now I'm not sure. As of right now nobody, but later on down the road we'll see.

Where is YD&HS located?

Currently headquarters is based out of Virginia, but we're making a move soon.

Iphone/Blackberry?

Blackberry of course.

Interesting talents?

None that I can think of.haha.

Do you see anything wrong with the current industry(fashion)?

I'd say streetwear, but I have friends in the streetwear industry that are actually doing new inventive things & making a name for themselves by doing so..So I'm going to say the over saturation of the market. Everyone wants to be a designer or a model & don't get me wrong I'm not saying they can't have a dream but not everyone can be in this industry, besides the world still needs teachers,police officers & pizza delivery.

Favorite Designer?

In streetwear & on the business side of things I'm always sticking with Johnny Earle.
In high fashion I have to say Marc Jacobs I know it sounds cliche but after seeing his creative process & the product that comes out of it you have to respect the guy.

Last Words!

Thanks again Gold Safety Pin,
be sure to check out more from YD&HS at www.YDHS.wordpress.com & follow us on twitter @YDandHS www.YDHS.com coming soon!

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A item im feeling this season is the Stadium Jacket. Synonymous with the Varsity jacket or Letterman jacket, this is a classic look. Every year I go on the hunt to find the perfect one. It must be simple, but not school uniform corny. Many brands carry them, and H&M even had one in house. The Bape one is real neat. How do you feel about the Stadium Jacket?

Monochromatic Friday.

2009-12-01T17:14:00.000-08:00

2009-11-25T08:58:00.000-08:00

Honestly, she's really bad. I think that her image management is on point. This picture give me work inspiration for work. Like look at her! Im slowly becoming a Rihanna fan because of her image, the music is decent. Not really too enthusiastic for Rated-R but she's going through some things.

2009-11-24T13:02:00.000-08:00

2009-11-23T18:56:00.000-08:00

^{(Photos: via HB)}

Im extremely feeling the upcoming H&M season. However some of the pieces are on the wack end of the scale. The two looks above stand out in my eyes, and seem to be the most universal. After watching project runway, I'm convinced that it is important to create staples. My top picks: The crewneck "sweater shirt" (high end cough cough) and the Coat.

Battlefield

2009-11-17T22:48:00.000-08:00

Im currently stuck on this one. I want a new pair of sunglasses. As you can tell they both are extremely similar. But the pricing isnt. One frame is made by grey ant, while the one pharell is rocking is by fashion powerhouse Lanvin. Lord help me! Fortunately a little bird in the skye told me where i could possibly find them. Which one do you approve? The Lanvin or the Grey ant?

Preach.

2009-11-16T16:05:00.000-08:00

^{( Photography and Video by Tone)}

Brother Phil chats with Tone about some things ( watch the video to catch my drift) and there's a TINY! hint about the "club". I think what Tone is doing is super fresh. His places is like a giant photobooth and I'm a fan of the work. Since I'm really going to take off with my photo's I'm really paying attention to different styles and examples of the media form. It is not to be played with!

Grab Bag #1

2009-11-16T12:32:00.000-08:00

This bad boy here is a X-Mini speaker. I found this on the N.E.R.D blog and did some research. As you can tell this isnt the biggest piece of equipment in the world, but from the reviews ive read they pump. Hopefully ill be placing my order in soon, i might cop two of them. Unfortunately their official site is currently down. If i cop ill post some more info on them.

Trifecta

2009-11-16T08:19:00.000-08:00

Fashion Heavy Hitters: Wale x Cudi and Drake

2009-11-13T19:59:00.000-08:00

I am in LOVE with incase. My computer case is by them, all their concepts are fresh and even the packaging

Contact:

Diddy Bop

2009-11-12T19:33:00.000-08:00

Nothin has changed with Diddy. I really like this song, even though they were harlem shakin the whole thing through.

Books!

2009-11-12T18:21:00.000-08:00

Today i stayed home from school, and went crazy! I did a master sweep of the sea of nonsense in my topcloset. I threw everything out and grabbed a trash bag and went in. I was amazed to come across half the things that i did, old prehistoric drawings before "High End" was High End.

If you follow me semi-often, you know that i LOVE to read things that i find interesting, like complex. Here is visual proof that im not new to this, check those dates on those young magazines. There are more but i didnt dig them up. All of those were located on my desk next to my old computer. I find complex to be helpful,informative, and comical. Then next on my list of things are two Bibles. The first one is the Street-wear guide and the second is the Teen Vogue Handbook. Both are extremely helpful in two areas i would like to occupy. So this was a little book club post to let you know what im reading. Ill keep you posted.

Wiz.

2009-11-11T12:33:00.001-08:00

2009-11-09T22:11:00.000-08:00

Now playing thanks to my new personal music guru. lmao.

check her out:
whit's tumblr

2009-11-09T20:39:00.000-08:00

This made my night. Who ever thinks that she doesnt have talent should kill them-self.

The Commonwealth.

2009-11-02T18:37:00.000-08:00

So this weekend was definitely interesting. I didn't do shit friday or saturday, But sunday, lovely sunday. I had a photo-shoot! (Yay) So I packed up my goods and headed towards the fairfax district. Before everything began i made sure i made my stop to Yogurt-Land. Me and my mom make trips here religiously. If we pass it or even sense it we stop!

^{(Heaven in a cup,my deadly mixture from yogurt-land, taken with canon xsi)}

It was a beautiful day, but that never takes away from the random things that happen in sunny Los Angeles. As i was sitting in my car waiting for a friend to begin the shoot, i see Common drive by. Im like wait. . is that Common. Turns out it was him and he stopped by the park to catch up on some basketball. Aside from this appearance there were many other things at this park, and finally "she" showed up for the shoot.

^{(Shots from the shoot, "Senior Portraits")}

We spent some time wondering around the park laughing and shooting. To me the photographs turned out really nice. It was a very random and diverse park. We even received another special guest appearance from a friend. As we began to wrap up the shoot a random kid showed up to our table. He explained his situation and that he was in rehab and only wanted to call his girl friend. When he originally asked i was shocked and didn't pay attention. We let him use a phone and some what listening to his convo since he was sitting right by us. I began to feel a little bad for him. He is from the east coast and is down here, i think he might have a interesting story to tell.

Finally the work was done! we wrapped the shoot and i began to move forward to my next adventure. We parted ways and i then convinced my mom to take me to the grove. Mind you this was my first time out in public eye with the "new" camera. I stepped out the car and went into the grove, where i was treated like a paper-razzi. I have never received that type of vibe.

^{( Me leaving the park looking like a monster, taken with Canon Xsi )}

^{( The Grove Crowd, taken with Canon Xsi )}

^{( The Book, taken with Canon Xsi)}

I received slanted eyes as i made way to the bookstore. Is that to much to ask for? A simple book from the bookstore. Once inside, you know the world didn't want me to have the book so it took like five hours but i finally got it! The book is by teen vogue and it has a spread on professional photographers in the industry. I've been shuffling through it and its pretty damn good. There was my WHOLE sunday.

Bricks

2009-10-30T10:58:00.000-07:00

Modelo: Max L.

OH YEA!

2009-10-30T10:38:00.001-07:00

Are you not Entertained!

2009-10-27T16:57:00.000-07:00

Chris Brown Ft Swizz Beats y Lil Wayne - ICTY

Change of Heart.

2009-10-26T21:47:00.001-07:00

Meet the replacement. There has been a change of plan. No more nikon, i know some of you might give me shit about this decision, but im the one with the $$$$. Canon XSI 12.2 megapixels. Cut me some slack, its nice! Im waiting any day now. Im TOO excited!

Goals #1

2009-10-26T21:21:00.000-07:00

I know this might sound far-fetched but i need polariod film. BADLY. Im really upset that its discontinued because ive had this camera since i was atleast 5. I want to do some different things to add variety with it. If any of you know where I can get some or can donate some please contact me asap!

Break the mold!

2009-10-26T21:11:00.000-07:00

Does this look familar? HP jumped on a good things. Introducing the HP "Envy" 15 in. super notebook, their fastest consumer notebook and the world’s thinnest, lightest quad-core notebook. Inside: Intel Core i7 Processor, 16GB of DDR3 1066 MHz system memory with a choice of two 15.6″ HP Brightview high-resolution LED backlit displays. WOW

Stepping to the dark side.

2009-10-26T19:50:00.000-07:00

I originally told my self, "self, were not going to buy expensive headphones." and we lied. The Beats by Dre empire has release a couple of new products lately. I don't know if you guys have been on top of things. I went in house the other day and these bad boys were $179.99. WHY NOT! The only con is that these are not the original beats. These puppies are called the SOLO and their a little bit smaller in size which is fine with me. Its going to happen. Im sorry!

Pulling my hair out!

2009-10-26T19:33:00.000-07:00

_{Me in AP studio, Fall 2009}

Well, fortunately im alive. I've been overly stressed out. Between school, family, and the social, i dont know what to do. Some of you may not know, but i am a High School Senior. And right about now life is hell. Graduation plans, College Apps, and Personal time can drive you insane. Above you can see snap shots of me in class, my AP studio class. That class is going to be the death of me. My artistic abilities are constantly tested and stretched. Please stay tune for a progression of me and my work. Im going to blog as often as possible. Like its a homework assignment. I promise.

Back

2009-10-20T22:56:00.001-07:00

PLEASE!

2009-10-14T20:51:00.000-07:00

Nikon D3000 If everything goes as planned this will be my next child.

Rene Habermacher

2009-10-07T19:59:00.001-07:00

#1

2009-10-07T19:50:00.001-07:00

give me feedback, should i continue this?

Neurology.

2009-10-07T10:42:00.000-07:00

Nike SB Brainwreck. I fuckn love this shoe. And im going to get them, i hope. This is a little off my personal season but there needed

Winter.

2009-10-06T19:49:00.000-07:00

Now you would be out of your mind to tell me that this cardigan/sweater is NOT on point. Guess who its by! im not telling. but it is definitely along the lines of my personal season.

Holiday Season!

2009-10-06T19:43:00.000-07:00

Vans Holiday Collection

is really giving it to me right now. I am a extreme fan of the chukka boot and I've been patiently waiting for a decent one to come along. Me and suede really don't blend well but i just might have to. Can you see where I'm going this season?

Check Point.

2009-10-05T11:30:00.000-07:00

Familiar face to the blog, Ryan, is making some moves. Here he is seen in a shoot titled "Just do it" by Alejandro Garcia.

Well done.

2009-09-28T18:43:00.000-07:00

I really love the way this video was shot. And the black corvette. Im going to watch it like 10 more times

P-Town!

2009-09-23T18:51:00.000-07:00

Maestro Knows - Episode 9 (Nike Campus) from Maestro Knows on Vimeo.

Brilliant!

2009-09-21T19:33:00.000-07:00

So i believe that this packaging idea is too clean. When i originally looked i thought it was a case for action figures. Complex is coming with the heat lately with the covers. OH YES.

Mr. International

2009-09-20T14:27:00.000-07:00

So i began to step it up this week. Introducing my Sprint Blackberry Tour. I dont know how to completely use the phone but give me some time and ill have it down pack. Also i need some cases and such. Im a technology dweeb, and i need pocketprocters for all my stuff. Oh well! hit me up so we can exchange info. lol

Spirit.

2009-09-15T23:41:00.000-07:00

Ok im back. So many of you may not know but i go to a private school. Today we had liturgy (its a jesuit school also) and i snapped some photos of me and my friends bow tie. I thought he was killin the bt. I had the black thing going except for my watch. Overall today was pretty good, got out early and went to lunch and laughed. I ate chipotle which knocked me out when i got home. Then i sat at my computer for a cool minute trying to decide what to do with the line. Oh man.

Ty

Silk

2009-09-15T23:40:00.001-07:00

indeed. my sister puttin in work.

Model: Lauren Genieve
Shoot: "Puff" by Tyler Adams

Goodnight.

2009-09-14T21:50:00.001-07:00

expect to hear a little more from me. A little ventilation wont hurt right! If your ready hop on board if not, then watch from afar. Shits changing, the seasons are changing, the line is hopefully changing. New faces New Places and New Friends. I keep repeating my words in three's. No clue why.

Stay Tuned. . . Finely Tuned.

Ty

ahhhhhh!

2009-09-14T20:44:00.001-07:00

Speechless.

2009-09-14T20:28:00.001-07:00

Lets conduct ourselves better.

Class Act.

2009-09-14T20:25:00.000-07:00

LV keychains. Classico!

By Any Means

2009-09-14T19:52:00.000-07:00

Dont Even Play w/ Me!

2009-09-14T18:41:00.000-07:00

SUPER Fall 2009:
I love glasses and super refuses to disappoint me. When i stack up some paper please don't be disturbed if these are on my face. You know i have a weird frame obsession!

Can you see me. . . . I can see you!

Feature Presentation.

2009-09-14T18:18:00.000-07:00

Fashion Night Out w/ itsbongoboy Oh mann now i really want to go to NY. Angeles we can do better!

Marc my words.

2009-09-09T19:56:00.000-07:00

Marc Jacobs skate deck on em.

I Can Front Page Ya

2009-09-01T22:10:00.000-07:00

Photo by Ty Adams.

Download the bro KaY's mixtape. you will not be disappointed. Ill drop the link soon.

What a lovely way to Burn!

2009-09-01T21:39:00.000-07:00

Timelapse - Los Angeles Wildfire from Dan B. on Vimeo.

P.Y.T

2009-08-25T15:23:00.000-07:00

Chanel Iman, Sessilee Lopez, Jourdan Dunn and Arlenis Sosa cover i-D mag.

Im Back!

2009-08-24T16:08:00.000-07:00

The Morning After By. Tyler Adams.

i gotta get on my shit.

Can I talk my shit?

2009-08-18T19:46:00.000-07:00

High End "Late Summer Gear" Tee in white. $22.

inquiries send to ty.a.adams@gmail.com

I told you all that im working, just give me some time. Im going to do the damn thing.

Birthday Sex

2009-08-12T14:31:00.000-07:00

Please and Thank You. This will be on my wrist very soon. If all goes well. My birthday blue. Incase you didnt know my birthday is on the 21st

The Tribe.

2009-08-11T23:28:00.000-07:00

This past weekend I had the chance to kick it with my bro Bailey from Obake. We ran around downtown, and stumbled into a club. After that we eventually made our way to fairfax. It was nessicary since he's going off to college soon. Before that we went into American Rag. That store is amazing!!!! Ahhh so much was accomplished on saturday. I even spotted a pair of GLASSES! they're a definite must. Just check my foot work.

I think im in L O V E

2009-08-11T23:19:00.000-07:00

backpack by Bruxe

I need something that will last with me all next year. Also it has to be computer proof. I think this might be the one. Im still soul searching. Any Ideas?

The Big Island

2009-08-10T13:54:00.001-07:00

Definitely a classic. Nike SB Dunk "Hawaii". Hopefully someone comes through on these. So i can own them(cough cough. . . obake)

Brand of the day: Collab Eye Wear

2009-08-07T13:04:00.001-07:00

I like almost every piece of eye wear sex they offer! I NEED Glasses! all of them. Im having withdrawals. I cant! arrrghhh (excuse me growling)

Plastic!

2009-08-07T12:53:00.000-07:00

I think this could be interesting. Self Explanitory

APPLE!

2009-08-07T12:36:00.000-07:00

So yesterday i recieved this bad boy. ^ (see) so now i have to move all my shit back into it. Its emotional. This is a major upgrade. Im really happy about it. So im back into the game now. I just need to get my photoshop and shit running again.

BUT!

today i was looking around online and i see this:

APPLE! if you even think about doing this! You will receive complete hell from me personally. I dont like when you do things like this. So yea, just remember next time you want to pull some Fancy shit. DONT!

Clean.

2009-08-07T12:10:00.000-07:00

Jay-Z by nino munoz

"Eat your vegetables son!"

2009-08-07T11:00:00.000-07:00

Nike SB has found a way to turn my least favorite vegetable into a shoe i actually am interested in. The shoe is titled "Asparagus" and is hopefully schedule to release in September '09. Hmmm hmmm good!

Retrospect.

2009-08-07T10:58:00.001-07:00

Word has been given that Vans is re-using their original package and advertisement. I REALLY like vintage advertisement. So eat it up.

Stefano Moro

2009-08-07T10:57:00.001-07:00

Frames.

2009-08-07T10:49:00.000-07:00

1.)

BBC series 8 glasses.

2.)

i think these are by super.

I really want some new glasses. I'm going to drop some $$$ on them also. So be ready for it.

Ray of Light!

2009-08-07T10:43:00.000-07:00

Sun Tattoo.

Search Light!

2009-08-06T14:50:00.000-07:00

I really want this damn design. Ive seen it on a crewneck. I WILL OWN IT! mark my damn words.

Trader Joe's style!

2009-08-06T14:27:00.000-07:00

IL DUE Shoes $75.00 by Gourmet

She Doesnt Know It.

2009-08-05T13:43:00.001-07:00

Chanel

Baddies

2009-08-05T13:42:00.001-07:00

Mel. Kim. La

Simplicity

2009-08-05T11:21:00.000-07:00

Preview from Nike Fall 2009, Blazer Mid Supreme TZ.

Love at first sight. Fresh and Clean.

Strippers!!

2009-08-04T16:01:00.000-07:00

For those who thought Nooka only made watches, THINK AGAIN! I even discovered that they have a fragrance. The belt is really interesting and CLEAN. C'mon people, lets be clean this time around.

Strip Belt. $80.00 @ Nooka

Two C's

2009-08-04T11:34:00.000-07:00

Lily Allen for Chanel

I love the black leathery trash bag look. Missy E. I cant stant the rain look.

Definitely my FAVORITE issue

2009-08-04T10:14:00.001-07:00

Reverse Cover: Keri Hilson

Spotted.

2009-08-03T23:37:00.001-07:00

Etienne wearing (highend) in nyc.

Thanks bro!!!

Daily Snaps!

2009-08-03T23:16:00.000-07:00

"Electrik Sweat" By Tyler Adams

Models: Brittany P. and Kameron

for photo inquiries contact ty.a.adams@gmail.com

"Doh!"

2009-08-03T15:31:00.001-07:00

Nike SB Homer Simpson I like these. They look somewhat weird. i need to see them in person.

Me Gusta Mucho

2009-08-03T15:16:00.001-07:00

What:Gourmet Spring / Summer 2010

Too many people are sleeping on gourmet in my opinion. These are nice, the other new models are decent.

Get on it ladies!

2009-08-03T14:50:00.001-07:00

Self explanatory

Flying Colors.

2009-08-03T14:23:00.001-07:00

Nike SB August/September releases include: "anchorman" dunk lo, dunk mid, bruin and classic.

Check your local SB accounts.

My Favorite Annual Issue.

2009-08-03T14:20:00.000-07:00

Kid Cudi covers Aug/Sep of Complex

New Faces.

2009-07-27T21:39:00.001-07:00

Vanessa

Shaun

Deonna

Today i was in search of new and upcoming photographers, and instead ive stumbled across modelos. Good or No?

Mugshot!

2009-07-26T01:09:00.001-07:00

Ross Feat. Trina - Face

Enough is E N O U G H

2009-07-26T01:00:00.000-07:00

^{(Photo: taken from thisislavie.com)}

What is up with the rebirth trend going on. All the ladies are having this urge to cut their heads. Not saying there is any thing wrong with cutting hair. But to me its starting slowly become a trend. What is going to happen when they are tired of it? I dont know!

Recent Trabajado.

2009-07-26T00:44:00.001-07:00

A recent shoot i put together. It was alot of fun dodging the mall police and such. Thank you's go out to Ryan,Alexys,Brittany,and Tay for doing the shoot. I love you all. I didnt want to hurt em too much. Let me know how you feel.

See these shades block the sunrays..

2009-07-26T00:37:00.001-07:00

Black Status-Grey Ant $265.00

i need these. and i dont care what you say.

Oh American Apparel.

2009-07-26T00:24:00.001-07:00

Risky

My current state of being

2009-07-23T20:12:00.000-07:00

Ive Found It!!!!!!!!!!

2009-07-22T13:12:00.000-07:00

Jansport x HUF backpack.

SUCCESS ive been looking for a backpack and ive thing this is the one. its sooooooooo nice. and it has the purple rain interior. Im too excited hopefully it releases.

Rushing.

2009-07-15T22:58:00.000-07:00

So today im rushing through the beverly centre trying to get my mac fixed. I show up the the appointment late, so they pull me. As im rushing to the car on my way to the grove. I see Ryan Leslie . Im like woah. So of course i leave my camera at home, so im stuck with using my sidekick. So please excuse the quality. Its unlike my kind. But ryan was cool enough to take a photo with me. I look homeless, i had just got off work. Here it is:

Megusta

2009-07-15T22:52:00.000-07:00

Can we say Definite. November release and is a must. cool.calm.collected.

lets pick up the pace.

Im back.

2009-07-12T16:36:00.000-07:00

Hey guys. I feel as if i've been slacking with keeping you guys updated on me and the various things around me. So lets get to it! This past week i was enrolled into a graphic design class at ucla which was awesome I met so many new people and I didnt want to leave. Next up starting tomorrow I begin work! Im somewhat excited but then again im not that excited. Finally next weekend is the Unlaced sneaker event at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Hopefully I will be bouncing around there. Below is the flyer for the even incase any of you want to come and hang out.

UCLA

2009-07-07T16:06:00.000-07:00

jerk video by my instructors brother. lol good shit.

Best I Ever Had

2009-07-01T23:16:00.000-07:00

Drake -Best I Ever Had
Music Video Directed by Kanye West

Job well done. . . "Clap Clap...Bravo"

Daily Snaps.

2009-07-01T21:08:00.000-07:00

Model: Josh of PMLA
Photographer: Tyler Adams
Location: El Mercado

The Sixties.

2009-07-01T19:03:00.000-07:00

Air Jordan 7 60+ Pack
Release: August 22,2009
Suggested Retail Price: $310 USD

Photo:NiceKicks

Blue Magic.

2009-07-01T18:35:00.000-07:00

Nike SB Blue Lobster.

Unfortunately I missed the original lobster release so hopefully i don't miss out on these. They can be found at some local sb accounts depending on where you are.

Cinematic

2009-07-01T14:51:00.000-07:00

Mr Hudson Feat. Kanye West- Supernova

Not Rhinestones

2009-07-01T00:25:00.001-07:00

Diamond Supply Co. x Maybach Music Group Tee.

This screams out SUMMER. This is a definite grab. Watch Me.