Despite being released two weeks ago, the hype of Stranger Things season two is as strong as ever, and it’s even become the source of some recent fashion-mania. During episode one, Dustin (played by Gaten Matarazzo) comes to class wearing a purple Brontosaurus hoodie, with the caption “Thunder Lizard.” The show’s costume designer Kim Wilcox sourced an original online—which was sold in the mid-‘80s as part of a traveling exhibition curated by the Science Museum of Minnesota—and was inspired to make a custom version in Gaten’s size. After noticing their vintage merchandise on the show, the non-profit museum decided to put the garment back into production for a special re-release.

On launch day the museum’s online store received more than 18,000 orders—making roughly $600,000 in sales—and even caused their site to temporarily crash. The best part? All of the revenue will go towards putting on more exhibitions, helping further educate children about science and technology. “As a nonprofit, all of the proceeds will go back to our mission of science and education and inspiring other young kids like Dustin on the show and his friends to have an interest in science,” said the museum’s Public Relations Director, Kim Ramsden.

The Brontosaurus apparel is available to buy online, but be quick, as there’s a limited supply. According to the museum, more sizes will be be available on Tuesday, November 14, 2017.

The non-profit Science Museum of Minnesota recently re-released their purple Brontosaurus hoodie, worn by Dustin in Stranger Things 2.

The “Thunder Lizard” merchandise comes in hoodies, crew-necks, and T-shirts.

Making approximately $600,000 in sales, the proceeds will go to supporting the museum’s educational exhibitions.

What a day! Thank you for helping the Science Museum take the next generation of Dustins on some amazing curiosity voyages. http://pic.twitter.com/VtuoWLMU3m

— Science Museum of MN (@sciencemuseummn) November 8, 2017

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Wow. We’ve sold 18,000+ items online since our Brontosaurus apparel launched Tuesday. This has grossed approximately $600,000 in proceeds to support our educational outreach programs. Thanks! https://t.co/PQUBzfTW6G http://pic.twitter.com/HSG3nobjeR

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Director Wes Anderson is known for his visually striking aesthetic in both how his characters look and the places they inhabit. There are entire subreddits and Instagram accounts dedicated to finding locales that have the same sort of off-beat colors and vintage-style opulence that make his films so alluring. With projects like Accidental Wes Anderson, however, we hardly ever see what’s beyond the facade of these quirky buildings—until now. A Paris apartment that was recently listed for sale looks like it could be Margaux Tenenbaum’s place.

The spectacular three-bedroom space is a southeast-facing unit that occupies the top floor of a building located in the Passy area of Paris. With the Eiffel tower visible from the apartment, the view alone is worth it. But inside, there’s a lot to marvel over. The entrance gallery is its most striking feature and the most Anderson-esque part of the entire place. It has bright green walls, a parquet floor, and an ornate wrought iron staircase that complements some of the finer details on the wall paneling and hanging light.

The grand entryway is just the beginning. In addition to that space, there’s a large living room, a small living room, a dining room, a master bedroom (with a marble bathroom attached), and a kitchen. Each has wood paneling on the walls and impeccable styling that’s a mix of eclectic findings and bright color pairings.

Complete with a bay window and balconies, this 400 square meter (4,305 square feet) abode will cost you—the asking price is €5,775,000. For those in the United States looking for a Parisian getaway, that will run you roughly $6.72 million.

If you’ve ever wanted to live like you were in a Wes Anderson film, now’s your chance.

This eclectic Paris apartment is now for sale.

It has the same sort of decor you’d find in one of his films, with offbeat colors mixed with quirky objects.

The asking price is €5,775,000, so this is definitely a dream home for most…

… but just look at that view!

h/t: [Messy Nessy Chic]

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From 1977 to 2001, photographer Richard Sandler roamed the streets of New York City, capturing some of the most iconic street photography of this bustling city in flux. Using his Leica, he documented generations of New Yorker’s caught in the whirlwind of change that almost 30 years brought upon the city.

In his book, The Eyes of the City, Sandler showcases the best of his photography, which captures everything from the urban decay of the 1980s to the ever-widening class differences, which is a recurring theme throughout his work. Sandler’s subjects appear vacant and preoccupied, lost in their own worlds looking for love or wishing themselves anywhere but the graffiti-laden subway. It’s this energy that fills Sandler’s favorite photograph, CC Train, 1985, which also graces the cover of his book.

“I like this one because every person is looking at me or through me, but also looking at YOU, the viewer! Each person in the picture is a kind of question mark requiring your interpretation,” the acclaimed photographer tells My Modern Met via email. “The graffiti and clothing date it as the recent past, but it is their gazes at us that I find timeless and haunting. The best pictures are the ones that ask more questions than they answer.”

Today, Sandler reflects back on his time as New York’s foremost street photographer. In a time when people look back upon a pre-9/11 New York with nostalgia, his work has continued to garner a strong following. “As the recent past ripens, it fades into the distance, but until it does, its meanings live in limbo and uncertainty. In our own time, ‘the recent past’ are the two decades just before computers, cell phones, and the internet, and most of us miss that time because, though we were not connected to the worldwide grid, we were more connected to one another.”

In fact, Sandler points to the rise of the cell phone as the main reason he stopped photographing New York’s streets. “I don’t want people on cell phones in my pictures because they are essentially virtual; their bodies are on the street but their attentions are elsewhere and they walk around in bubbles,” he shares with us. “I like intensity in street photography and people on cell phones are boring.”

Richard Sandler’s images from Eyes of the City are on view at the Leica Store in New York City through November 29, 2017. He will also be hosting a talk about street photography and his work on November 10, from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Acclaimed street photographer Richard Sandler spent almost 30 years roaming the streets of New York City with his Leica.

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For a child, few things are more exciting than unwrapping a shiny new toy on Christmas morning. While tried-and-true playthings like baby dolls and toy trucks are sure to satisfy, why not experiment with some more imaginative gifts this year?

In this selection of creative gifts for kids, you’re sure to find the perfect present for your favorite little ones. From hands-on kits that allow them to do-it-themselves to everyday accessories in a range of fun shapes and kid-approved colors, this quirky collection guarantees a merry Christmas—and a creative new year!

If you’re in need of playful presents for the creative kids in your life, look no further than our selection of imaginative Christmas gifts for kids.

 

3D Printing Pen

 

Mermaid Bookmark

 

Astronaut Backpack

 

Shark Pencil Case

 

Stone Pillows

 

DIY Paper Lamps

 

Stackable Space Blocks

 

Dinosaur Crayons

 

Crystal Growing Kit

 

Unicorn Terrarium Kit

 

Origami for Beginners Book

 

Magnetic Blocks

 

Edible Chemistry Kit

 

LEGO Poster

 

Needlepoint Kit

 

Elephant “Puppet Gloves”

 

How to Make a Computer Kit

 

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Throughout history, people have fabricated shelters that fit their surroundings. With a universal set of criteria in mind—including access to tools, availability of materials, and type of climate—individuals from all over the world constantly reinterpret, reimagine, and redefine the concept of home.

To many of us, a home is a four-walled fixture on a permanent foundation. But to others, it is a snowy sanctuary, a hidden cave, or even a floating boat. Here, we explore these different types of houses in order to understand how and why such a wide range of shelters exist across the globe.

Let’s take a tour of different types of houses around the world.

Cave Homes (Matmata, Tunisia) 

In Matmata, Tunisia, cave homes—ancient abodes that have been carved out of sandstone—keep people comfortable all year long. Situated around a central pit and connected by a network of passageways, these one-of-a-kind properties provide protection from the North African sun and desert winds.

Today, many cave homes in locations around the world have been turned into unique cave hotels.

 

Rondavels/Round Homes (Lesotho, South Africa)

In South Africa, rondavels—rounded, single-cell huts—are favored for their ability to be built from natural, locally sourced materials. Like igloos, rondavels were traditionally used as temporary hunting lodgings.

Today, round houses are built and bought by people interested in saving both space and energy.

 

Stilt Houses (Cambodia, Southeast Asia)

In Southeast Asia, where heavy rain is prevalent, you can find communities of stilt houses. These homes are raised up on planks in order to protect its inhabitants and their possessions from flooding. They’re also designed to sit just high enough to keep safe from invading vermin—namely, snakes and insects. Additionally, their roofs are sloped, in order to allow rainwater to easily stream down without damaging the property.

Though they’re primarily built in Southeast Asia today, stilt houses are also present in the western hemisphere where homes are faced with hurricane damage. This type of house is thought to have first be used (in the west) by indigenous tribes of the Americas.

 

Yurts (Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia)

Yurts—portable tents traditionally composed of animal skins—have been used by Central Asian nomads for centuries. While, in the past, these structures were intended as temporary shelters, contemporary construction methods and access to new materials have allowed them to be used as permanent housing.

 

Underground Houses (Coober Pedy, Australia)

In addition to being the “opal capital of the world,” Coober Pedy, a South Australian town, is renowned for its “dugouts,” special shelters built beneath the Earth’s surface.

According to Smithsonian Magazine, these unique underground homes act as an oasis from the outback’s heat (summer temperatures can reach a sweltering 113 degrees Fahrenheit) and occasional dust storms. For this reason, half of the town’s residents—as well as a museum, a church, and even a hotel—have opted for this underground lifestyle.

 

Igloos (Baffin Island, Canada)

Though not as prevalent as they once were, igloos are used by outdoors enthusiasts as temporary shelters. Skillfully constructed out of insulating, compressed snow, the icy accommodations keep dwellers warm by blocking harsh winds and housing a small fire.

Today, igloos—which are deeply connected to Inuit history and culture—can be found in Baffin Island, Canada, and other snowy, North American locations.

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