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No, this isn’t the work of some contemporary artist—it’s a serious attempt by HyperStealth to create camouflage that can help hide soldiers fighting in urban environments:

This is the unconventional pattern in field trials, previous computer simulations showed this pattern to be quite effective for both outdoor and indoor urban environments. The perceived depth within the pattern throws off the ambient and focal vision from noticing the target.

Currently, the camo is still in the experimental phase.

(KitUp! via Gizmodo)

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Here is a necklace that makes a statement about the grind of daily life, beside making a fashion statement as well. The black and clear glass bead necklace is nice looking on its own. But the two strap-hangers that adorn it speak to the daily grind of commuting in the big cities. Jewelry with social commentary is just more fun.

Product Page (€40.00, about $59)