Our resources on this earth are finite. One thing we have learned from sci-fi films is that this will soon be a pressing issue, even for the worlds largest resource: water. Fortunately, The Ecology Center in southern California has reopened their How Good Water Works installation, representing our daily water footprint to enlighten and inspire us to become better conservationists. If you are in the area, we highly recommend you visit the installation to learn more about how you can help make a difference. [More]

October 15th is the 2nd most remembered date in October after Halloween on the 31st. The 15th is the last IRS filing date for those habitually late with taxes, which brings real terror to millions. But the 15th also brings much joy and passion to us hoop fans, as it kicks-off the beginning of the college basketball season with Midnight Madness. With the NBA lockout and no season in sight, college basketball ball will be getting extra attention this season. We obviously haven't had a chance to gauge the talent at Midnight Madness, but we think North Carolina and Kentucky will be the favorites to land in the Final Four and see two sleepers in Michigan and Gonzaga (Jim's pick for last 25 years plus). OR maybe it's time for the Big East to rise again. [More]

Working to Code is a movie series designed for members of the Tom Sachs studio team. We think all Employee Handbook should be so engaging, funny and spot on. Cat litter cleanup duty aside, we've decided to "borrow" his film for present and future employees here at Clae Studio. Maybe you want to use it at your place of work too?.

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New York City in the 80’s saw a culture clash that would shape our future. Reggae met hip-hop and gave birth to Dancehall which gave birth to a whole new level of dressing – English style by way of the West Indies, redefined in Brooklyn. The Bailey by Clae pays homage to Gil Bailey, “the Godfather” DJ and voice of Caribbean radio in New York City who has been educating and entertaining Saturday morning listeners for more than 40 years.

With roots in a fine lineage of casual shoes, the Bailey retains the essence of its predecessors while pushing its boundaries forward. Featuring supple leather and nubuck, refined toe detail, athletic-inspired touches like perforated leather, and modern cup sole construction, the Bailey is a shoe with uncommon mobility and comfort. Easy.


SHOE GIVEAWAY

To celebrate Gil Bailey and one of our favorite analog pleasures, the radio – we’re running a contest. From Phil Schapp's Thelonious Monk birthday celebration broadcast on WKCR, Rap Attack on Friday nights with Mr. Magic and Marley Marl on WBLS, DJ Red Alert on KISSFM, those late thrusday nights on WKCR with Stretch and Bobitto and all of the memorable Saturday mornings with Bailey, what’s playing on the radio has often provided much of the soundtrack of our lives.

We want to hear your personal, favorite radio moment. To enter, tweet us your answers at @clae_footwear or leave a comment on our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/CLAE-Footwear/216550520609 and we’ll pick the top three submissions and announce them on May 23. Winners will receive a pair of Baileys (color of your choice).

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As we rush out to find just the right greeting card or a heart full of chocolates, here is just a little something to remember where Valentine's day came from, and where it could go. And a little soundtrack from our Queens native Cool Calm Pete, to get you in the mood for tonight's festivities.

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A great book for short distance air travel, preferably 3-5 hours in length. Paul Rand's conversations with Students is a must for the designer and artist in all of us.

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Random pictures from NYC last month. [More]

35 years ago today... [More]

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