INDIE INDUSTRIES BLOG

The Launch Presents – SUMMER BLOCK PARTY

Mike Stone — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 23:16:12 +0000

Grab a BBQ Monster Dog and customize it at the toppings bar…
melted cheese… chili… fritos… bacon… sour cream…
pile it all on and create the sickest dog ever…
then wash it down with a Frosty WatermelonVodka Cooler,
Ellen’s Famous Lemon Drops
or an ice cold beer.

The Launch Presents – SUMMER BLOCK PARTY
Hosted by IndieIndustries.com and Zenat Jewelry, Sponsored by IZZE Sparkling Juice.

Friday, JUNE 15th From 6-9pm
Come early, first 50 guests get a FREE GOODIE BAG
which includes a FREE T-Shirt and Custom Jewelry!
Free drinks served up all night long at our sweets and treats bar…
BBQ Monster Dogs while they last…
You know you wanna…
so bring all your friends and your wallets to find the deals of the summer!
YEEEEEHAW!

Special Guest Appearance by Kelly Koo & Ari!!
Meet & Greet from 8-9pm

WEST COAST TOUR!!!

Mike Stone — Mon, 07 May 2007 00:51:51 +0000

San Francisco… here we come!

We’re flying out a fresh batch of hoodies and tees to our
street team in San Francisco!
Come out to find sweet deals
(tees starting at only $9.80)
and support a great cause!

more info: http://www.boutiquebonanza.com/

THE LAUNCH – NYC’s Hottest Emerging Designers

Mike Stone — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 21:18:16 +0000

It’s finally here!!!
The Official Launch Party we’ve all been waiting for…
Zenat, King David Jewelry, Yana Handbags, Indie Industries, mikeSK + Final Vendetta, Mochilicious, 10TIGERS, Produce, SOUP, Otsutree, Abstract Attic… Over 10 of NYC’s Hottest Emerging Designers have teamed up to host THE LAUNCH Party of 2007!!

Come celebrate with us…
FREE Goodies Bags (This time they’re filled with over $100 in goodies!)
Specialty Cocktails, Treats & Munchies Bar
Support SEAA and get a deal at our Silent Auction
Up to 90% OFF Retail in the Sample Sale Room
Sponsored by IZZE Sparkling Juice

Friday, April 27th from 6-9pm
STUDIOS39
257 W. 39th Street, 10th Floor
New York, NY 10018
email@indieindustries.com
for info & questions

In Darfur – a play in NYC

Mike Stone — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 01:00:03 +0000

Just wanted to tell you about a very special play that is about to premiere in New York City. In Darfur is a play that follows an aid-worker’s mission to save and protect lives, a journalist’s pursuit to deliver a front page story and a Darfuri woman’s quest for safety. It is a searing story of urgency and international significance. We hope you will consider attending a performance of this important play during the next two weeks.

I’m gonna try to make it sometime next week, email me if you want to go!
-Mike
What: In Darfur – a provocative play about three intertwined lives at a camp for internally displaced persons in Darfur
Who: The Public Theater
Where: 425 Lafayette Street, New York City
When: April 13 – April 29
Time: Tues-Fri at 8, Saturday at 2 & 8, and Sunday at 3 & 7

CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE! Click HERE

BREW YEARS EVE!!!

Mike Stone — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 01:18:39 +0000

Hey Yall,We’re having a brew years eve party saturday april 14th. Celebrate your right to drink beer! April 7th, 1933 was the day the prohibition law was repealed. Beer was the first achoholic beverage to be legal again. The first delivery of beer was immediately made to the white house. So every year the brewer’s association of america celebrates this day. We have to celebrate april 14th because a lot of school people are on spring break last week. It is at Thalers house. 617 grand street btwn lorimer and leonard. Take the L train to Lorimer or the G train to metropolitan ave. 10:00pm til ?. It’s a celebration of beer so make sure to bring your favorite beer to spread the joy!

Come party with us! Jason will be representin’ along with the crew….

NYC Sample Sale – March 29th

Mike Stone — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 20:48:00 +0000

Indie Industries Sample Sale
80-90% OFF Retail!
Most items for only $5-10!!!
Cash/Credit/Checks

Free Drinks & Munchies
Free Gift Cards to the first 20 Shoppers!

Thursday, March 29th from 6-9PM
257 W 39th Street (btwn. 7th / 8th Aves), 10th Floor
New York, NY 10018

Take the subway to 42nd St./Times Square
and we’re just 1 block away!

Get ready to party it up…

Mike Stone — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 02:52:55 +0000

No need to RSVP…
Just print this invite and you’re in!
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Be one of the first guests to arrive and receive…
one of 25 Goodie Bags full of all things ‘good’ including a
$20 IndieIndustries.com Gift Card,
Aveda Products & more!
___________________________
Find limited edition shirts & hoodies by mikeSK indie revolution,
Final Vendetta, 10Tigers, and Produce!
Sample sale items up to 90% OFF!
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Exquisitely crafted fine jewelry by David Topper.
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Beverages & snacks will be served from 6-9PM.
info. email@indieindustries.com

Society of Illustrators 3 on 3 Night

Mike Stone — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 03:03:56 +0000

by Mike Stone
Bunny in pumps… before you judge,
keep in mind that she was really dressed like that.

by Jason Raish

A bunch of us (designers at Indie Industries; Mike Stone – Final Vendetta, Jason Raish – 10 Tigers, Matt Atkins – Mochilicious, Diana – Indie Industries) went to the Society of Illustrators 3 on 3 night in NYC. It’s a really cool and super fun event on every 3rd Thursday of the month. It includes 3 nude models, live jazz and a buffet (with a bar!) It doesn’t get much better than eating, drinking, listening to great music and sketching with your buddies… all for $20/person.
check out their site: http://societyillustrators.org

L to R, Mike Stone, Diana, Jason Raish, Matt Atkins

The really cool part, was seeing our different styles and interpretations of the same exact models. I’ll post all of our versions up soon so you can compare and contrast and all that good stuff.

Matt in Action

Also, comment on them… good or bad, we love input and ideas! Keep in mind that I am not a trained illustrator, and Jason and Matt are both professional illustrators… so with that , I should get a few extra credit points for trying (so you better like mine the best.) – Mike Stone, Designer

Diana in Action

MOCHICLICIOUS CONTEST!

Mike Stone — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 02:50:32 +0000

Here’s a few sketches I drew up for Mochilicious’ new logo, it’s our fun/cute label that will also feature our first kids’ line. mikeSK’s famed “Pirate Girl” series which include “Balloon Girl” and “” will all be moving to Mochilicious. The ones with the check marks below them are the favorites so far… let me know which ones you like and why by commenting on this blog below… create a story about them and give him/her a name! Sweeeeet. THANKS!

Hey! As a special ‘thanks’ for voting for your favorite logo, I’ll send the first Mochilicious logo tee to the best/funniest comment! (make sure to leave your email so I can contact you if you win!) – Mike Stone, Designer

mikeSK joins forces with Final Vendetta

Mike Stone — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 03:33:54 +0000

original mikeSK logo

We’ve only been around for a little over a year and it’s been a wild ride. From one designer (who was still taking classes at F.I.T.) with just one design… that one retail buyer wanted to buy 2,000 units of… mikeSK indie revolution was born. Six months later the one man team grew into a real company… with 8 independent designers… a full-time production manager… and a New York City showroom and design studio… all while keeping the indie spirit alive. Some highlights included three fashion shows in NYC and San Francisco, being invited to both NY and SF Fashion Week as the new trend in streetwear and showing at both MAGIC (Las Vegas) and ASR (San Diego).

new Final Vendetta logo

Along the short but fun ride (which has been one of the greatest experiences for many of us), we created a spin-off line… Final Vendetta. It is an edgier, fresher and slightly more serious perspective on design than it’s big mama, mikeSK. While working on both mikeSK and Final Vendetta, we realized that instead of working on two lines, and spending half our efforts on each one, we could create a better overall brand, design and the ultimate goal… better clothes… by joining forces.

We’re keeping mikeSK’s logo and mixing in the Final Vendetta name. We’ll still keep our solid designs, which have become the objects of affection to our mighty and loyal customers and the remaining mikeSK indie revolution tees and hoodies will be sold at our sample sales… which are sure to become collectors items. But, there’s no need to fear… we’ve put together the best of both labels and we promise that you’ll love the new Final Vendetta more than you thought you could ever possibly love your clothes.

Check out all new Final Vendetta tees at IndieIndustries.com

Designer Profile – Stephen Workman

Mike Stone — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 04:35:13 +0000

Our new lovechild brand, Final Vendetta has a new indie designer… Stephen Workman.

Born in Utah Stephen studied fine art at the Acaedmy of Art University in San Francisco. Painting, drawing, and sculpting are what keeps this cat the happiest. He spent two years in Mexico and brings a spicy edge to his work. His work is mostly figurative and always deep. He now lives in New York breaking his way into the art, modeling, and fasion market. We are pleased and lucky to have him on board creating work that can be found in Final Vendetta’s newest collection. He’s a fun guy so if you see him out and about say hi, it may be the best thing to happen to you.

Beach Bum Tee

What does a fine artist have to do with a clothing line you ask? We take this sketches and drawings… burn them onto silkscreens… add a little fabric ink and slap them onto our fine tees and hoodies… check them out…

“IT” Tee

Help us welcome Stephen to the family (by posting a blog comment), and tell him what a great job he’s doing (or not, if you think he needs a spanking.)

Check out Stephen’s website: artesw.com

THE MARKET | SOHO, NYC

Mike Stone — Sat, 07 Oct 2006 20:54:56 +0000

This Saturday, Sunday and Next weekend
Indie Industries is going to be selling Tees (designed by some upcoming artists)
at The Market NYC (aka Young Designer Market)
in Soho {268 Mulberry St (btwn Houston & Prince)}

Awesome place to go on the weekends
It’s set in a empty chruch

with a bunch of stands
where a bunch of designers sell there self design clothes and accessories
Go~ Check it out