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Vincent Lai
Hello there,
I am a multidisciplinary designer trying to make a dent in the world. My inspiration stems from my love for fashion, music, food, art, travel, culture family and friends.
I received my BFA in Industrial Design from Carnegie Mellon in 2006. Since then, I've returned to my hometown in Brooklyn, New York taking in opportunities that will allow me to grow as a designer and as a person.
Along the way, I somehow founded a soft-goods design studio named Skinny Vinny. Even though Skinny Vinny has kept me busy, I always find the time for new projects and new hobbies.
Feel free to look around and don't hesitate to drop me a line, even if it's just to say HI.( just click the link at the lower left to do so.)
I hope you enjoy what you see.
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- May 06, 10
The tea containers are a home for three specific loose leaf teas. The containers were each specifically designed according to the taste and feel of the tea. The basic form for the three containers are inspired by river stones. Like the stones, the containers do not have one specific orientation. They can be placed on it’s head, on it’s side or however they happen to fall. The outcome was to translated the emotive/sensual experience of each tea to a concrete form.
- May 06, 10
The Reflection chair is a furniture piece that creates a personal hideaway for an individual. While sitting in the chair, a sense of quiet seclusion will consume you.
This makes it possible for one to relax, reflect, and concentrate. The chair is a fully upholstered piece and sitting in it is like experiencing a warm hug.
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Recent Tracks
- Psycho Killer by Talking Heads
- This Isn't Our Parade by Santigold
- The Riot's Gone by Santigold
- Pirate in the Water by Santigold
- Look At These Hoes by Santigold
- The Keepers by Santigold
- God From The Machine by Santigold
- Go! (feat. Karen O) by Santigold
- Freak Like Me by Santigold
- Fame by Santigold
Bon IverThe AntlersLittle JoyM. WardBeach HouseThe RonettesThe Magnetic FieldsGrizzly BearBeirutFirst Aid KitThe DrumsSantigoldLykke LiEdward Sharpe & The Magnetic ZerosMatt & KimFredrikYouth LagoonShout Out LoudsThe ShinsEelsRocky Votolatof(x)She & HimAirYeasayerSurfer BloodMariah CareyAlabama ShakesRyan AdamsDragonetteDead Man's BonesRobynRilo KileyThe CardigansSondre LerchePassion PitBlind PilotFleetwood MacFleet FoxesCarmen McRaeAdeleStereogum x team9Okkervil RiverGoldfrappCliff MartinezBright EyesM83Handsome FursThe JezabelsFinal Fantasy -
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- Shooting in da stu stu studio @ Skinny Vinny http://t.co/RuAvFZM1
- Lights camera action http://t.co/x3F9X1w4
- Setting up for another epic shoot. Thank goodness for the great weather. http://t.co/5ZUTda7S
- New Ties! Madrasi Checks - http://t.co/JyCFBn0B
- It's all in the knot. Late night color correcting @ Skinny Vinny http://t.co/e06nsJu2
- Photoshoot for my madras ties. It's about time I release these. @ Skinny Vinny http://t.co/lsvzGRCR
- More late-night cutting. 2 Wander duffles (small) In the making. For Teich in the West Villa @ Skinny Vinny http://t.co/pulqEk2o
- @NiamhHughes @pforti @CillianKieran @stevedaniels @wp @markbao Thanks for sharing! Currently working with Of A Kind as we speak. They're gr8
- The only good thing about the G train! http://t.co/St1BzjoJMay 12, 12 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Got myself a nifty tie. Thanks @jessmarati #toutlemonde #ahkun @ Hester Street Fair http://t.co/W85h52Sw
- Got myself a rad scarf at the Ahkun table, Hester street fair @jessmarati @ Hester Street Fair http://t.co/90XaQQtd
- Neon masking tape and silver sharpies are a must in the Skinny Vinny studio. #skinnyvinny @ Skinny Vinny http://t.co/2Xyr3aZz
- Shop stylish #ethicalfashion treasures from Cambodia in the new @toutlemon_de store from @jessmarati http://t.co/Hpydjg06May 11, 12 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Hang tags dont stamp themselves, someones gotta do them. #latenights #wheresmyintern #skinny @ Skinny Vinny http://t.co/eDSlqPTU
- My brightest diamond knows how to put on a great show @ Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) http://t.co/YgV18Uvt
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- May 14, 12Ed Sheeran! I don't know why I only found out about him a few days ago. He's already huge in the UK. He was nominated for 4 Brit Awards this year ( UK version of the Grammy's), That's more than Adele and Jessie J. He won 2 of those. Also, he's only 21. Love the album (+), especially this song.
He wrote this song because his close friend had a miscarriage. The lyrics are pretty beautiful. - Apr 10, 12
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- Mar 04, 12
Late night in the studio and there's a lot of head bobbing going on. We can't get enough of the album Visions by Grimes. We featured the single Genesis on our No. 17 Spring/Summer 2012 playlist. Check out the new video for Oblivion below. It's a keeper.
- Mar 02, 12
Here are some words of wisdom from Ira Glass. I found this gem on the Holstee blog. It hits pretty close to home.
Fighting.
(Print design Sawyer Hollenshead. Video created by David Shiyang Liu.) - Feb 27, 12
- Feb 04, 12
Been a huge fan of First Aid Kit since their amazing cover of Fleet Foxes way back when. Since then we've been listening to their previous albums through the years. They just released a new album and we currently have it on heavy rotation in the studio. The new album The Lion's Roar is one of the most anticipated folk albums in Sweden.Been obsessed with their second single Emmylou. - Jan 25, 12
- Jan 19, 12
"Passion for change, passion for impact."
Definitely visit Fabian's site to read more about Sandbox. You won't be disappointed. - Jan 19, 12
- Jan 04, 12
Stunning!
Morocco & Spain from Mike Matas on Vimeo.
One Week In Japan from Mike Matas on Vimeo.
check out more from Mike Matas. - Dec 23, 1112:30am on a Friday night.
Sondre Lerche covers Beyonce's Countdown.
My favorite part is when he sings, " me and my boo in my boof boof riiidin'!"
He's probably the only one that can get away with it.
Via Pretty Much Amazing - Dec 20, 11Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. One of my favorite brands. They're based out of Portland, OR. and just released their new Founding | Expansion video. Watch their story below.
Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. from Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co on Vimeo.
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