Wo ist Walter? oder Wo ist... Wally?

"A Wally by any other name would be as fun.” – Shakespeare, probably Did you know that everyone’s favorite puzzle book character’s name changes around the world?Originally dubbed Wally by British creator and illustrator, Martin Handford, his moniker changed when he hopped over the pond to North America. Wally became Waldo.  Why? Pretty simple really: Publishers around the world decided to give “Wally” a name that local readers would be familiar with, hence the minor tweak.The more popular he became, the more names he got under his belt. So, think you’re up for it? Do you think you could match the name to the country? Where’s… 1. Charlie a) France        b) Italy        c) US & Canada 2. Walter a) Denmark   b) Germany   c) US & Canada 3. Waldo a) Finland        b) Italy        c) US & Canada 4. Holger a) Denmark        b) France        c) Germany 5. Vallu a) Iceland        b) Greenland       c) Finland Answers: a) France; b) Germany; b) US & Canada; a) Denmark; c) Finland How’d you do? Were you able to match the “Wally” to his country? Wherever he goes, whatever he’s called, he always brings laughs and good times. And now… great style! Check out our most playful collaboration yet to take [insert name here] with you wherever you go! Thanks socks much for reading! Weiterlesen

Ein paar Fakten über Bio-Baumwolle

Both regular and organic cotton are high-quality materials that produce premium-quality products (in our case, cool socks). However, organic cotton is grown without harmful chemicals and leaves a lighter carbon footprint behind.That’s why we’re working to include more of it in our original socks! While many of our Athletic designs were already made with organic cotton, we wanted to bring this more sustainable practice to the production of our Casual socks as well! That’s where our Garden Collection comes in! It’s our first collection made with 100% ISO & OEKO - TEX® certified organic cotton. And it’s just the beginning.But is organic really better? Benefits Less water contamination Less air pollution Lower impact on the surrounding ecosystems Better crop diversity = healthier soil = more stable ecosystems which, in turn, creates more jobs as the land can be farmed year round Drawbacks Smaller yields More expensive to produce & harvest Supply can’t always keep up with demand In the end, the pros greatly outweigh the cons. And while we’d love to go in 100% with organic cotton, we want to do so responsibly. In the meantime, we’ll be able to stay on track with our sustainability goals! Thanks socks much! Weiterlesen

Quiz: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

Enjoy this no-pressure quiz packed with behind-the-scenes facts to see just how well you know the heartwarming blockbuster. SPOILERS: If you haven’t seen the movie yet, put on some socks – we recommend the E.T. Be Good – and watch it already! Let’s start easy: 1. Which one is E.T.? Fun Fact: E.T.’s face was inspired by different historical figures – including Albert Einstein. Other features included those of writers Ernest Hemingway and Carl Sandburg. The alien’s aesthetic is due to Spielberg's great work with the incredible designer Carlo Rambaldi. 2. Who finds him and where? a) Gertie in the atticb) Elliott in the woodsc) Michael in the gardend) Elliott in the shed Fun Fact: Most films are not shot in chronological order due to conflicts with locations, schedules, budgets etc. However, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial is one of the few studio-film exceptions that was filmed in order. Spielberg made that decision to make it easier for the children to have continuity as if it were real life. 3. Finish this sentence: “E.T. phone _____________.” a) Dadb) Momc) The sund) Home Fun Fact: Many of the doctors and nurses that appear in E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial were not actors. They were real-life emergency room technicians told to treat E.T. the same way they would treat a real person. 4. Where does E.T. point when he says, “I’ll be right here”? a) Elliott’s foreheadb) Elliott’s heartc) Gertie’s heartd) Gertie’s forehead Quiz Answers: C, B, D, A Now it’s time to rewatch this classic! Thanks socks much for reading! Weiterlesen

Quiz: Wer bist du in Back to the Future?

Who are you? Doc, Marty, Biff… or maybe Doc's dog Einstein – the world's first time traveler? Don't be a chicken, take thisBack to the Futurequiz to find out! 1. It's Friday night, what's your ideal plan? a) Practicing with my band – I play the guitar and love to play classics like Chuck Berry's ''Johnny B. Goode.''b) Tinkering with my latest invention, I just can't seem to get it right!c) Cruising around town and giving anyone in my way a good scare. d) A nice night in with a cozy dinner, maybe stretch out and take a nap. Who knows? Wherever the night takes me (my bed)! 2. What's your style like? a) I like classic cuts and quality designs: lots of denim (jeans, a jacket), a good checkered button up, sweet kicks and a puffy vest in case I get cold.b) I have two gears when it comes to clothes: whatever's closest (jumpsuits, hazmat suit, etc.) or something really classy like a silk robe and a Hawaiian shirt. Got to mix things up, you know?c) If I don't have my varsity jacket with me, I don't feel like myself. d) Hmmm...clothes... I never really think about clothes. 3. If you could travel to any point in time, where (or better yet, when) would you go? a) I'd go to the past so I could ensure my (and my sister's) existence!b) Wowee! I'd go to the Wild Wild West! I've always dreamed of that rugged cowboy life on the old American frontier.c) I'd go to the future to get the winning lottery numbers to give them to past me so I could become the richest man around.d) I'd go one minute into the future – just to say I'd done it. Then I'd go back and probably take a nap. ANSWERS Mostly A's: Marty McFly! Your taste in puffy red vests is legendary (well your whole '80s-inspired look really). Your happy-go-lucky, up-for-anything attitude makes you the ideal travel companion. That said, you're not perfect. Your Achilles' heel? Anyone who calls you a chicken. But don't worry, you get over it in time. Mostly B's: Doc (Emmett Brown) Your mind (and hair) are bigger and crazier than anyone else's – but that's why everyone loves you! You invented the iconic Delorean time machine! You're equal parts genius, stellar friend and hair icon. Mostly C's: Biff (Tannen) You might have a reputation for being a little rough around the edges, but hey, you come by it honestly – it's a family trait! Plus, if it weren't for you, McFly couldn't pretend to be such a hero all the time, he'd just be a punk-haired kid running around town on his skateboard. Mostly D's: Einstein (The Dog) Doc might have invented the Delorean, but you, my four-pawed friend, are the real MVP! You're the first time traveler… ever! You can hear it now:''That's one small step for dogs, one giant leap for dogkind!'' Whoever you are, stay in character with these designs from our totally rad Back to the Future Collection! Thanks socks much! Weiterlesen

Ihr fragt – Jimmy Lion antwortet. FAQs zu Jaws

Is Jaws a true story? Based on the real “warfare” between New Jerseyans and a shark in 1916, this don’t-look-down thriller is inspired by real events. The real story follows a string of attacks along the coast in New Jersey that took four lives. But that’s where the similarities end. Sharks rarely attack humans and this is one of two recorded events in the history of the area. The rest of the film’s plot is inspired by Peter Benchley’s 1974 novel of the same name and Spielberg’s imagination. And that spine-chilling soundtrack? Artist, John Williams’ masterpiece. Is Jaws appropriate for a 10 year old? Up to you, mon ami, up to you. Is Jaws a boy or a girl? Not sure why that’s relevant, but the shark from the 1975 classic is named Bruce. So for those wondering, Jaws seems to be about a binary cis-male. Of course, we don’t speak Shark so I guess we’ll never know for sure. Is Jaws the best movie ever? Best is subjective, but we’ll venture a guess that this is a classic for a reason. We suggest watching it with an open mind and taking the release date into account (1975). The effects weren’t what they are today, but it’s still a film we keep going back to! We hope your Jaws-related questions were answered. In the meantime... Duuuunnnn duun... duuunnnnnnnn dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dunnnnnnnnnnn dunnnn! Thanks socks much for reading! Weiterlesen