Tom Hanks Typewriter App for iPad

Old Typewriter

Tom Hanks has made it well known that he's one of the few remaining typewriter diehards, but today he's taking that passion digital. He's releasing an iPad app called Hanx Writer that recreates the typewriter experience on a tablet: keys clack, the paper moves side-to-side, and new sheets need to be rolled in each time you start a page.

"Hanx Writer is just my little gift to the future Luddite hipsters of the world," Hanks tells USA Today.

Hanks' app does make some updates for the modern age, adding in impressive new technologies like a "delete" key — though those who want the true experience can set it to just cross out unwanted marks with Xs instead. Hanks created the app in collaboration with the agency Hitcents.

From Vintage Geometric to Minimalist Totes

If you're looking for something simple yet stylish to carry around your belongings in then look no further, because these minimalist handbag designs will definitely provide you with ample space without showcasing a flashy or over-the-top design.

"Minimalist design has been gaining immense popularity over the years, with consumers becoming more interested in clean and simple design layouts."- Minimalismo

Having a handbag with a minimalist appearance is a great way to guarantee its popularity over time, with simple geometric shapes and colors making these purses something that fashionistas will be able to use at any type of occasion.

A Casual Relationship Guide for Men

Remember that language has "registers" and people know how to use different registers (even if they don't know that they know this).

People speak differently when they are talking to their boss or their lover or a little child. It's easy and natural to switch registers, and you can't use the wrong register in the wrong place — talk to your boss like your lover. It would be disrespectful. Each register has appropriate uses and environments.

Casual Dating

A. The Difference

Academic communication requires you to show that you are intelligent and organized. You are showing that you can write well and spell well. The grammar is more formal, and you are being judged (graded) according to how well you have mastered this register.

B. Too Soon

When you meet someone online, you generally feel less inhibited than you would if you met him or her in person.

This is because you feel safer and more anonymous. There is less at stake. You are distanced from the impact of your words. As a result, you might say or write things to a new cyber-acquaintance that you would not say to someone face to face.

It's just part of being successful in that environment.

Branding & Identity

Business Card

If a brand can describe its core values and philosophy on its business card without a detailed description, the brand becomes a full representation of its vision.

Forget standard, dull business cards. Take a look at how we use the marketing tool to stand out from the crowd.

These days, a standard rectangular business card just won't cut it, especially in the design world. A great way to leave a long lasting impression, the small but powerful marketing tool should make you stand out, showcasing your unique identity in a professional and creative way.

Indie - Clothing Brands Store

Young Republic

The grandfathers and grandmothers of indie, these web shops have a massive selection of independent labels and a history of supporting emerging talent.

There are plenty of good reasons to head to J.Crew or Zara for your summer wardrobe needs, but today we bring you 38 reasons not to. From the old guard to the newbies, massive collectives to favorite local boutiques, we present the 38 best places to find independent designers and labels on the internet.

Emerging designers get their due here, where a limited-edition piece, designed exclusively for the site, is featured each week. Editions can be as small as five pieces, so visiting early and often is recommended. The site also features profiles of each designer, so you can get to know the brains behind the talent.

Good Read

Photography Book

Emmanuel Andre and Stephanie Wang Breal went on a trip to South Africa in December 2009, to teach photography to the children of Room 13. With them, they created UBUNTU.

The result is an exhibition, a documentary and this limited edition hardback book which is being sold internationally to raise funds for Room 13 projects.