Last night Target took over The Standard Hotel in the Meatpacking District, occupying 155 rooms facing the south side. What was the occasion? To showcase their fall line in the most audacious and possibly most expensive way. Dubbed the Kaleidoscopic Fashion Spectacular the twenty minute performance included 66 dancers dancing from the notoriously transparent rooms. Meanwhile LED lights accompanied the dancers from the rooms and were perfectly synced to an original score composed by Sam Spiegel, aka Squeak E. Clean aka Spike Jonze’s brother. So who was responsible for pulling off this extravaganza? None other than Mother New York. The event was streamed live and recorded through their Facebook page. Running just shy of an hour the performance starts 30 minutes in and can be viewable from four different angles.

As far as heritage clothing labels go, it’s tough to beat Filson. The Seattle based company specializing in outdoor and hunting gear since 1897 was recognized by Levi’s for its American made designs and quality craftsmanship. Levi’s announced a collaboration with Filson last week and we were able to view a few of the samples. The collection takes the best from both companies, mixing different fabrics with existing and new designs. Like the Denim Patch Pocket “Cruiser” Jacket, originally made of Mackinaw Wool, Levi’s has updated this classic with indigo denim. The details of the design are all kept intact, including the “cruiser” pockets in the back. The Work Shirt looks to be a basic silhouette but is actually the first ever “fully functional denim shooting shirt,” equipped with a shooting patch over the right shoulder. One of Filson’s most popular luggage item is also included. Retaining the genuine bridle leather straps, The Rugged Tote Bag combines the original cotton twill with indigo denim. The collection also consists of the original Levi’s Trucker Jacket, denim and wool cap, and a small duffle. Prices will range from $50 to $228 and will be available starting this month at Levi’s and Filson shops.

Jae Kim, the man behind Ugly Original has been selling his handmade scarves, shorts and t-shirts in various shops including Oak and Cube here in New York. But things have changed. Since June, Kim has switched it up a little, taking his offerings to the streets and selling to passerby from a makeshift bicycle. He’s converted a three wheel bike into a movable shop. Equipped with a light up sign, retractable hangers and hidden compartments that reveal themselves, it’s quite the ingenious invention. The charm comes through in its originality, its playfulness and Kim himself. Decked out in an old school apron, Kim looks as if he’s about to sell you a newspaper. Watch this video to see the “Ugly Original Wardrobe” in action and keep track of his whereabouts through Twitter and his blog.

Levi’s® Jeans, Made in the USA for Brooks Brothers marks the beginning of an ongoing collaboration between the two iconic American companies. This initial collection offers three different fits from the known 501 and 505 to the newer 514 slim strait fit. The jeans are all made in a factory in Los Angeles with imported fabrics and retail for $148. It will be interesting to see what Brooks Brothers have in mind for Levi’s.

Bandanas, pocket squares, handkerchiefs, call them what you will, but for this weekend, they’ll be sweat rags to us. The heat wave continues through NY and it looks like LA is getting a dose of it as well. We’ve rounded up a few stylish options to choose from to keep those un-stylish droplets off your forehead.

Mister Freedom original “Swallow Series” bandanas

Mister Freedom for J.Crew bandana

Whiskey Bandana by CXXVI

The Hill-Side Selvedge Chambray Small Handkerchief

Simonnot Godard madras pocket square

Be sure to visit Discharge Style’s collection of handkerchiefs, bandanas, pocket squares, and sweat rags.

We couldn’t resist making one more post before we took off. Here’s a quick look at Daiki Suzuki’s collection for Woolrich Woolen Mills’s Spring/Summer 2011. It was shown this morning in Milan and will mark the final season Suzuki designs for the label. In Suzuki’s departure, Mark McNairy has been brought in to take over.