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Mad Men is a hit show — we love it. It’s about advertising, vaguely, and the characters have become quite iconic in only a few short years. So naturally, they’ve been made into Barbie Dolls. What?

Four characters from the show are being made into Barbies. But my immediate WTF reaction stems from the disconnect between the show’s very not-adult themes, and Barbie, which is generally a young girl’s toy. Apparently, Mattel addresses this by saying they’re not for kids.

Mattel is marketing the dolls for adults through their Barbie Fashion Model Collection. While they certainly have an adult pricetag of $74.95 each, according to The NY Times they won’t come with grown-up accessories like martinis and cigarettes.

In my opinion, the move to merchandise Mad Men is not a smart one for AMC and for the show’s brand. There is, throughout, an air of sophistication and class — even if it is only based on nostalgia and the fashions of yesteryear. Barbie cheapens the show and the characters, whether or not the craftsmanship is slightly increased.

But maybe I’m overthinking it. Maybe these are for doll collectors and hardcore fanatics of the show only. To the rest of us, it’s a non-issue, absorbing almost no marketing dollars and making very little impact on the show’s general reputation. Yea, I think that’s it.

But I have to admit, the Joan doll is looking good! [insert remarks about the recurring debate of Barbie and unrealistic body image issues.]

Amid this story, we almost overlooked that Barbie turned 51! Having debuted 9 March, 1959. Perhaps we’ll see Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce pitching to advertise the fledgeling toy on the upcoming season 4.

There was also the Mad Men Suit from Brooks Brothers, which I wrote about a while back. That wasn’t such a bad brand extension because the costumer from the show helped produce the product line. I just don’t think folks want to have the clothing of a tv show is all. Especially not folks who wear Brooks Brothers suits.

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This is a clever idea and I’m surprised someone didn’t think of it earlier. But I can’t help but wonder why the company producing these didn’t just go ahead and make them black or white. Or why doesn’t Apple themselves start giving these away at the Apple stores — what a great brand-bolstering giveaway.

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I do hate myself a little for compiling an end-of-year top ten list, but in the spirit of professional altruism, I’m sharing with you, dear readers, ten brilliant blogs I’ve discovered, and have since become addicted to, in 2009. In no particular order:

1. It’s Nice That Touches my soft spot for Britain and provides daily doses of cool, especially in the realm of painting and visual arts

2. Print & Pattern While pagination and formatting are not the best, P&P has an immense archive of goodies. Lots of vintage and vintage-inspired.

3. Design Work Life Fantastic curation of mostly print work. Gorgeous stuff, mostly daily. I don’t know where author Courtney finds it, but the work here is almost always unique to this blog.

4. Information is Beautiful Dedicated to information design and infographics. An underrated practice, indeed.

5. Missed Connections Illustrator Sophie Blackall brings to life the often-beautiful-often-bizarre storyettes of the Missed Connection section of Craig’s List NY.

6. The Artist and His Model Having only subscribed a few days ago, I’m not sure how to categorise it. Products, print, posters, photography. Cool stuff.

7. Flickrdesign A digest of the best designs found on Flickr.com. Mostly posters, and great ones at that. Not too many examples of live-in-the-marketplace design, but still excellent.

8. The Intrepid Owl Sightings and thoughts from London-to-New York illustrator/designer Lisa Edwards. A slant towards illustrative design, but a bit of everything. And words.

9. Clients from Hell The recently-debuted site is already jam-packed with actual, real-life quotes from finicky, argumentative, uninformed, and unprofessional clients. Stranger than fiction, and therefore brilliant.

10. Magic Molly A bit of a cop-out since Molly is a writer, not a designer, but her thoughts and quips and observations constantly smack me awake with concise brilliance and poignancy.

11. (bonus) Lesile Miles Collections of theme-based photography. Lots to look at and gawk at and drool at. I don’t know where it all comes from.

This list alone should be enough to top off your daily dose of jealously, but if you need more, check out the resources page. And please, post your favourite design blogs in the comments — let’s try and spread the word about some overlooked blogs hiding gems.

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It seems that the Adobe Creative Suite pillows were only the beginning. Responding to an apparent market desire for software-inspired home decor, (aimed specifically at design geeks, I suppose), Meninos has created coasters in the style of the application icons, as well as magnet sets for the Photoshop and Illustrator toolbars and palettes.

The coasters are so simple, they just make sense. The magnets are very clever, but also very geeky. Still, imagine the smile when you walk into someone’s kitchen and discover that the Layer Comps panel is what’s holding this week’s grocery list to the fridge door. Awesome.

But as much as I want these (and honestly, may buy them), I have to wonder two things: why not update the design for the CS4 icons, and where the hell is Bridge!?

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Summary: A solid, feature-packed, pair of headphones. I hope they fit you, and I hope they last.

The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7 QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones are one of the highest-rated headphones on Amazon.com. In fact, they are one of the highest-rated products I’ve ever seen. With over 1000 reviews, most of them positive, it’s safe to say that majority of buyers are happy with these. So far, I am as well.

Because of the design and features of these headphones, I can’t help but compare them to my now-deceased Sharper Image headphones. Obviously, I’m searching for a replacement, but these are the closest relative so far, but with a few key differences. With a rather large price tag, my picky self will likely grumble about the lack of an on-board volume control, for example, but as an overall offering, these are a winner.

Sophisticated, yet boring, packaging

The ATH-ANC7s can brag about a number of things. They come with all sorts of cords and adapters, and the noise cancellation is pretty exceptional. They’re stylish, but don’t take over your head. A detachable cord and semi-hard zipper case imply that these can be stored and cared for by audiophiles and travelers alike.

But I fear that these may not fit some people! When I first put these on, they didn’t find my ears on the first try, but took some wiggling and adjusting to get right. Unlike my Sharper Image heaphones, these aren’t the most padded ear cups in the world, but are comfortable, once you find the sweet spot. The lack of an on-board volume control means you’ll have your hand in your pocket constantly adjusting the volume, especially when turning on and off the active noise cancelation. But most of us can live with these quirks for a great-sounding pair of headphones that feel solid and comfortable.

By my previously stated criteria:

Comfort: There are certainly headphones that are softer and more lusty than these. For example, the AKG 271 MkIIs seem to engulf your head in a manner that these don’t. These offer no discomfort when wearing for extended periods, but can lead to some sweaty ears on hot days — a fault of the weather more than the design, methinks.

Sound Quality: I am fully impressed by the sound. Voice and music both sound rich and full, and aren’t terribly distorted when going in and out of noise cancelation mode. Somehow, these fill you up with bass without losing the hi-end. Not the loudest set of headphones out there, but they don’t have to be.

What’s in the box: The headphones, an airplane converter, a 1/4″ converter, one batteries, a semi-hard zipper case (with smaller zipper pouch for the accessories inside) and two 1/8″ to 1/8″ audio cables (one of the cables boasts itself being “iPod compatible”, although both of them work fine with an iPod. Not sure what’s going on there.

Insulation/Noise Cancelation: The noise cancelation on these are superb. External noise is reduced and marginalised, with powerful low-end clunking reduced to some high-pitched whining, at best. The one quirk is that the requisite whoosh-and-snap first experienced when turning on noise cancelation is rather severe. The volume of the before and after states are quite different, and will require an adjustment. Like I said, this is made further inconvenient by the fact that there is no on-board volume control, as I’ve seen on other pairs. Also, the noise cancelation takes more than a second to fully kick in, which is a little odd to experience. But you’ll get used to it.

Style: Black with some silver, these aren’t terribly flamboyant. I have the feeling that the largest style consideration was how large to make these smaller, and pack all the goods into a smaller package. I’ve worn headphones that are a little bigger (and therefore, slightly more comfortable), but the designers probably made the decision to keep these subtle at the smaller size. I have the feeling that someone crunched the numbers and concluded that making them 5% smaller will save 10% on supplies, alienate 12% of buyers with large heads, but attract an extra 20% new customers who don’t want to look like a jackass with massive headphones. I can’t complain about the design or how I look when wearing them, but they aren’t exactly next season’s style accessory.

The look

Commuting mode, with hat and glasses

The Dredg Test: Pretty good, considering I really forgot that Dredg was even playing in the background. I guess that’s a pass. With noise cancelation it’s even better.

The Subway Test: These things eat the subway for lunch. Honestly, your train ride will be nearly silent, especially while on the car. The loudest rumbles will still make -some- sound, but that’s impossible to eliminate. The one drawback of such powerful isolation is that you might miss announcements or warning bells. And you won’t hear that pushy woman behind you, who will no doubt become twice as pushy due to your non-response. Get used to feeling like a bubble head.

Does it have: A carrying case? [semi-hard zipper case] A detachable cord? [yes!] Volume adjustment? [no, sadly.] The ability to fold up? [folds flat to fit in the case].

Overall Build Quality: It’s hard to tell the long-term endurance of a product, but they don’t feel cheap, which is a big plus. While I would like to see more metal and less plastic, these do give me some confidence when adjusting the main overhead band — instead of the vague sliding, we are treated to a confident system of clicks. This also helps in remembering where your sweet spot is — 3 clicks on each side, for example. I’m glad to see that the forks attaching the headband to the earcups are designs to reduce tension. See, whenever you put on a pair of headphones, you have to stretch them slightly, but if the parts that stretch aren’t really designed to hold tension, eventually they will break. It’s called failure by fatigue, and it’s taught first year in every Engineering school in the world. I previously had a pair of headphones break at that point when a plastic peg simply snapped. Fortunately, the engineers at Audio-Technica decide to let the headband carry the tension, and everything else stays rigid or pivots on a hinge, as it’s designed to do.

Price/Value: Retailing for over $200, they’re expensive, and not for the casual user. Still, if I feel that most commuters and frequent air travelers will be happy to spend for something that finally ticks those boxes. While I’m happy with them now, the real test will come down the road. In other words, if they break in a year’s time, they will officially be the most expensive headphones I’ve ever owned.

I should also note a bit of cleverness in the design of these headphones: the battery that powers the active noise cancelation is concealed beneath the forks, and simply popped on the side of the ear cup. This helps keep everything streamline and reduces the profile of the headphones, making them slimmer and more attractive. Also, the battery slides in at an angle into a narrow channel, instead of the typical cavity with a door and those stupid springs like you find over every remote control, for example. It’s hard to explain, but trust me, it’s clever.

The jack for the detachable cord is set rather deep into the left ear cup, which means that it won’t get snagged so easily, I hope. That’s a good idea.

Overall, these are awesome. They sound great, have brilliant noise reduction, and come with a number of clever engineering features. With any luck I’ll be using these for years to come, and will be one of the thousand+ positive reviews on Amazon. However, if you have a massive head (or ears), these might not fit you. And if you’re like me, you’ll constantly be wanting more, making the lack of a volume control apparent. No one likes taking their iPod out of pocket on the subway so frequently, right?

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Summary: Not bad, but not brilliant. A good introductory pair to ‘expensive’ headphones, if they fit you.

The Plane Quiet Platinum were recommended to me by a fellow Twitter user when I put out the call for recommendations. And since it’s you can’t fit a pair of headphones through the Internet (yet), they stood just as good a shot as anyone else. I’d never heard of the brand, but at sub-$90, these were looking to be the surprise value. But unfortunately, these are fairly run-of-the-mill with questionable comfort and quality.

They say first impressions are everything and in this case, the PQPs did not make a good one. First, blister packaging, which is not only annoying to open, but a clear indicator that these are mainstream headphones to be sold at Sears and marketed towards the same folks who collect Incredible Hulk mugs from Burger King.

Blister packaging. Oh how I hate thee!

Next, when I finally opened the pack (with the aid of an exacto knife), I was disappointed to see that all the electronics for the active noise cancellation are contained on a widget halfway down the ridiculously long cable. Clumsy by anyone’s standards, and for me a definite turn off.

When I finally put these on, they felt lightweight and plasticy. The earcups feature only the minimum softness and barely fit over my ears. I may be a fully grown man, but there are plenty of folks with bigger ears than I mine, so I dare say these may not fit a large portion of people.

And finally, when I actually got around to plugging in the PQPs, there was an unpleasant crackling sound, most likely tied to the active noise cancellation, which reminds of the sound given off when headphones are about to die! Yikes.

By my previously stated criteria:

Comfort: As I mentioned, these aren’t terribly comfortable. The tightness of the earcups can get annoying over a period of time, and even after half an hour, I felt like my ears needed a break. When in commuter mode, this was only made worse — my sunglasses seemed to dig in to my skull in a manner that I’d like to do without.

Sound Quality: The sound quality actually isn’t bad. Both music and talk were competent and there was no glaring lack of either bass or hi-end frequencies. I’m sure audiophiles will have more to say, but if I didn’t notice anything, it’s a Pass in my book.

What’s in the box: The headphones, an airplane converter, a 1/4″ converter, two batteries, a soft case, and a smaller zipper pouch for the accessories.

Insulation/Noise Cancellation: The noise cancellation on these pair is rather weak. That is, there wasn’t a great difference between regular listening and active noise cancellation. While most pairs of ANC headphones engulf you in a sort of wall-of-sound effect when activated, these simply amplified the signal. Or so it felt. From what I could tell, the noise cancellation pretty much just makes things louder, and not much louder at that.

Style: These are clearly styled to resemble the serious headphones used by aviators. With metal-coloured cups, they are clearly going for that quasi-industrial edge. But since these are almost all plastic, the effect is lost. The Plane Quiet Platinum are very small in general, and therefore have a relatively low profile for the wearer. In other words, you don’t look too absurd wearing them. In fact, with a hat, they are almost invisible. As the blister packaging indicates, these are intended for a mass audience, and therefore the design isn’t terribly bold. It isn’t bad either, though.

The look

Commuting mode, with hat and glasses

The Dredg Test: Not terrible, not great. By turning the volume up, and by activating the “noise cancellation”, you can concentrate on your own music and not the ambience. But that’s hardly the point.

The Subway Test: These are clearly marketed as a good pair of headphones to wear on a plane, in order to cancel out the droning of the engines. Ok, fine. But considering that, they performed poorly on the subway. In following the troubles with water-down noise cancellation, these had trouble blocking out the subway noise compared to many other headphones I’ve tested. Obviously, it’s impossible to insulate entirely, but what about the low droning and repetitive sounds that subway cars make? That should be right your alley?

Does it have: A carrying case? [soft case] A detachable cord? [no. But the cord is absurdly long, if that helps] Volume adjustment? [none, which is disappointing consider all the electronics are 'external' and not located on the headphones themselves] The ability to fold up? [folds flat to fit in the case].

Overall Build Quality: Light and cheap, probably not the most durable pair in history. I fear that these are designed for someone who travels every now and then, but not for the day-to-day commuter. I also wonder what would happen if someone were to slam into my while I was carrying these in their soft pouch.

Price/Value: Retailing for $90, they don’t break the bank. If you’re an occasional air traveler, these might do the job. But if you’re willing to spend more for a quality product, these are no substitute. It’s only a value if you get something good, right?

Assuming these did fit me better, they’d be an all around average pair of headphones. Cheaply made, decent sound, not expensive. So maybe your dad will like these. With the addition of a few features, these might be more of a competitor, but then they’d be a totally different model, I suppose.

In they’re present form, I’d like to see the Plane Quiet Platinum equipped with a volume control, and with a detachable cable. That way, if people are indoors, and they don’t need the noise cancellation, they can swap it out for a shorter, plainer cable.

Perhaps it was the series of bad first impressions, but these are not the winner. Meh.

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Summary: Gorgeous specimen of audio engineering. Not intended for outdoor use.

The first model in my road test are the most expensive and most professional of the lot. The K271 MKII from AKG were recommended to me by a professional sound engineer for concerts and recording sessions, I knew these meant business. But it was difficult to gauge the serious nature of these headphones until they arrived. All in all, these are impressive, and I would love to have them around for those times when I need to savour a bit of music, but for commuting, especially in a city like New York, they are slightly impractical.

The packaging is sleek and professional

By my previously stated criteria:

Comfort: With large pads that totally engulf the ears, these are an extremely comfortable pair of headphones. The headband features both a rigid wire exoskeleton and a soft leather flap, which work well together to fit your head properly. Considering these are designed for hours of studio use, that’s not surprising. They are also very lightweight considering their overall fortitude. However, these weren’t the most comfortable pair when wearing sunglasses and a hat.

Sound Quality: Rich and full sound, with good range from bass through to high-end. Certainly does not sound blown out or strained, even at high volumes. Very good sound quality overall.

Inside packing

What’s in the box: two ear muffs (fuzzy and smooth), two cables (normal and coiled) and a 1/4″ jack adapter. No airplane adapter or carrying case.

Insulation/Noise Cancellation: While there is no electronic active noise cancellation, these are a very well-insulated pair of headphones. In fact, the seal around your ears is so severe that you get the same muffled feeling where you can’t even hear yourself speak, as if you had proper earplugs or industrial ear protection as they wear in an airport or during construction.

Style: The styling is function over form, and by all measurements, these look rather goofy. They protrude out on either side, give the wearer a sort of Baby Stewie effect. Even with a hat, the headphones look overbearing, as if I’m really seriously trying to block out the world. Again, not a problem in a studio setting, where everyone is wearing them, but on the streets they get the wrong kind of attention. I like the black and metal aesthetic, but with plugs and knobs and wires all over the place, the design isn’t the greatest.

The look

Commuting mode, with hat and glasses

The Dredg Test: I was able to block out the background music and concentrate on what was playing through the headphones. After focusing for a minute, I could barely tell what Dredg some was even on, and the difference was dramatic. This is due mainly to the insulating effect and the generous sound quality overall.

The Subway Test: Unfortunately, these still allow some subway noise to filter through. While it is impossible to block out all sound, I was hoping that these would be able to cancel out the low-end droning of the underground trains. By turning up the volume, it quickly became a non-issue, allowing me to focus on my tunes, but subway noise still persists.

Does it have: A carrying case? [none] A detachable cord? [yes, but using a sort of mini-XLR cable (which may be proprietary). The detachable cord doesn't tear away, but instead uses a release button, however, the K271 comes with an alternate "springy" cable, with the telephone-style coiled cable, which can stretch and bend. Therefore, snagging the cable is a non-issue.] Noise cancellation? [no electronic noise cancellation] Volume adjustment? [none] The ability to fold up? [does not fold or compact].

Overall Build Quality: These are without a doubt, heavy duty. Instantly, you’re able to tell that these headphones will last forever if you take care of them. Considering that studio engineers are usually respectful of their gear, these are a very rugged set of phones. They don’t feel flimsy, but rather they are designed to fit the head with a flexibility that feels completely intended. The ear cups are rock solid, with joints and screws kept nicely out of view.

Price/Value: With a retail price of $300, these are the most expensive of the bunch, and generally not for the lay audience. For a professional studio, it’s just the cost of doing business. But I must say, the amazon.com price of $150 or so changes things slightly. Perhaps an audiophile who works in a noisy office might like to dish out for these.

The trouble here is that these simply aren’t a practical commuting headphones. My main concern is that I will simply destroy these by carrying them with me everyday, packing them in and out of a messenger bag multiple times per day, and risk getting them bumped or snagged as I go about my day. The lack of a semi-hard carrying case indicates that these really aren’t intended to leave their home destination. I suppose I could rig something up with foam and cardboard, but that’s more work than I feel like doing for a $300 price point. The fact that these headphones don’t fold down mean that I’ll need a bigger bag just to accommodate these in the first place!

They’re big and bulky, but sound great. If you are a musician, or simply and audiophile, these are a great pair to have at your studio or home stereo setup. However, for the rough and tumble lifestyle of subway commuting, these aren’t the right pair.

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This isn’t related to design and branding per se, but being 2009, I don’t think anyone will mind me documenting my adventure in the search for the perfect headphones.

My life is a search for great headphones. Like women with their handbags, I own many pairs for many occasions, but there seems to be something imperfect about them all. Like a handbag, I am willing to pay a bit of money for a quality product, especially if I use it everyday, but I am weary of rip-offs and cheaply made crap.

My current forray into headphone shopping came about after my previous commuting headphones (not to be confused with my office headphones or running headphones) stopped working! These were a pair from Sharper Image which I had previously raved about … until they broke. And those were actually a replacement for the previous pair, which also broke! So maybe that’s why Sharper Image is outta business. So I’m on the hunt for high-quality, heavy-duty, durable, adaptable, stylish, great-sounding, insulating, comfortable headphones. Think I can find it?

In the past, I might have hopped in the car in headed out to The Wiz or something. But these days, retails electronics chains are hurting. Their selection is grim — even the Apple store, which makes so much of it’s salt on portable audio, only carries a handful of models. Somehow, I haven’t been able to get wind of a specialty music or audio store in New York that will allow me to test each pair of headphones for comfort. So I’m forced to do something rather drastic: order a number of pairs online, choose the best one, and send back the losers.

I’ll chronicle this affair as best I can. But I’m going to subject each pair to a number of tests so I can compare apples to apples in making my decision. Here’s how it will work: (in no particular order of importance)

Comfort: overall wearability and feel, especially for an hour+ timeframe. The real test of comfort is whether or not I can use sunglasses and/or hats while wearing these headphones.

Sound Quality: not being an audiophile, I can’t get too technical, but I have to listen to music and audio without wanting to hurt someone. For example, my cheap Radio Shack (running) earbuds are tinny and sound terrible at high volume — they whistle violently any time someone pronounces a strong S sound. Bass is important, as I listen to a lot of jazz. Volume isn’t such a big deal since I listen to a lot of podcasts and audiobooks.

Insulation/Noise Cancellation: Does the ambient noise interfere with my listening? Can I block out the world?

Style: yes, design is important. If at all possible, I want to avoid looking like I’m wearing a piece of mining equipment, or the electronics equivalent of a ruffled shirt. Electronics should be understated and elegant and should really blend in. No one wants to be “that guy with the massive headphones” even though that’s exactly what I am.

The Dredg Test: this is my simulation for how well the headphones block out other noise and music. Dredg is a hard rock/metal band which I happen to like. So I will play some of their rather noisy music at a generous volume through my stereo, and on my iPod, using headphones, I’ll listen to something subtle and rich, like Madeleine Peyroux.

The Subway Test: this is the big one — how well does do the headphones block out the incredible din of the New York City subway. Since I don’t travel by plane too often, this is the real test of headphones with active noise cancellation. Obviously, I want a quiet ride while I’m on the car, but the loudest moments for a commuter are just as the train pulls into the platform at full speed.

Does it have: a carrying case? (hard/soft/none) a detachable cord? noise cancellation? volume adjustment? the ability to fold up (fold in/lay flat)

Overall Build Quality: have you ever driven a really crappy car (probably an American car) and you just know in less than a minute that everything is poorly and cheaply made? Do the joints feel secure, or does the whole feel fragile? Is it mostly plastic, or is metal used in appropriate areas? How much strain does do the headphones take when coming on or off?

Price/Value: naturally, this factors into things. I’m willing to pay for quality, but a high price tag for a cheap product is an instant fail.

With this, I should be able to determine which pair is right for me. I asked for recommendations on Facebook and Twitter, and read reviews for a number of products on Amazon. In the end, I decided on five pairs:

Plane Quiet Platinum
AKG K271 MkII
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7 QuietPoint
Behringer High-Performance Studio Headphones HPS3000
Behrhinger High-Definition DJ Headphones HPX2000

So, off we go. This should be interesting and of course I’ll document all I can and provide a recommendation when it’s all over and settled. This should also be an interesting case study in customer service and the process of returning things from Amazon (through 3rd party vendors).

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This is bad-ass! Love it. Pizza Boss 3000 »

And you know what, it’s actually safer than the conventional pizza cutter because it shields the blade on all sides except the business end, which is obviously buried in pizza. But I imagine cleanup is a little more difficult.

Packaging could be better, methinks.

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