The Material Review

The Material Review

The Material Review

Issue 213: Camo Everywhere, The Bench, 25 Objects That Explain America, Gramicci, GPS and Getting Lost, Spotlight On: Tool Watches and a Social Media Roundup.

Michael Williams and Taylor Stacey
Aug 12, 2026
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Why Is Everyone Wearing Camouflage?

“Realtree and Mossy Oak turned patterns designed for the woods into coveted streetwear and luxury fashion.” [Bloomberg*]

The Bench as a Made Object.

“On the difference between a bench that is bought and a bench that is made, with Donald Judd as the court of appeal” [The Idle Gazette]

The 25 Objects That Explain America

[NYT*]

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