Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Fashion & Style

The Manual may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site.

Worn Out Wednesday – David Rasmussen

By

Today we speak with craftsman and woodworker, David Rasmussen.

David Rasmussen is a designer and craftsman whose elegant and detailed work is a unique interpretation of Danish modern design. He is one of very few designers who also handcrafts his work, which includes everything from his vibrant line of home products, to furniture and architectural built-ins.

B1
Image used with permission by copyright holder

Raised and educated in New England, David was exposed to the Northeast’s rich culture of fine furniture making from a young age. Trained by furniture masters Wayne Marcoux and Dan Mosheim, David learned about composition and construction techniques. Eventually, he took this foundation and began to experiment by drawing from Danish, Ming Dynasty, and contemporary American studio furniture as he progressed in his career. Today he continues to work within these traditions, while pushing them forward with his own brand of style.

Recommended Videos

David’s background includes working as lead carpenter with the Vermont-based Forever Young Treehouses on a number of modern handicap-accessible tree homes from Los Angeles to Chicago, Cincinnati and Pennsylvania.

He also worked as an architect for three years but he returned to his roots in furniture design, armed with new inspiration taken from years spent building within trees. In 2005, he began David Rasmussen Designs and quickly gained a core following of folks who sought out his work.

B2
Image used with permission by copyright holder

In 2011, David all but lost everything when his studio, full of beautiful old, but restored machines and hand tools, caught fire and burned to the ground. Sometimes, what seems like the worst tragedy can actually become the greatest opportunity. Rasmussen moved his shop downtown, and with the help of a supportive community, was able to increase the quality and scale of production to higher levels.

Today, David Rasmussen Designs, and its brother company, Villarreal Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, are happily rooted in Carbondale, Colorado, where they continue to innovate and elevate modern designs for kitchens and homes all over the U.S.

As for Rasmussen’s personal style:

Jeans: Kormáks and Skjaldar, a small men’s store in Reykavik Iceland that carries Japanese denim.

Shirts: Norse Project black tee shirt w/ flecks of color

Pants: Givenchy

Suits: Givenchy

Shoes: Stan Smith black leather Adidas for Barneys

Accessories: Tom Dixon square brass watch

Outerwear: Margiela black leather aviator jacket

Favorite Cologne: Bois 1920

Your favorite App: Instagram

Favorite piece of technology: My sailplane

Next tech purchase:  A new iPad

Cator Sparks
Cator Sparks
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Cator Sparks was the Editor-in-Chief of The Manual from its launch in 2012 until 2018. Previously, Cator was covering…
You’re going to love Girard Perregaux’s elegant Geneva Watch Days releases
Girard Perregaux watch graphic

For any horology fan, the Genova Watch Days is a must-attend event to see the latest and newest of some of the best watch brands in the world. Luckily for watch lovers, this year’s Geneva Watch Days brings over 100 timepieces from around 52 brands that promise to capture your attention. Held in Rotonde du Mont-Blanc in Switzerland from August 29th – September 2nd, the Geneva Watch Days is a unique opportunity to see luxurious brands up close and in full detail. For lucky guests, one of the founding brands of the event, Girard Perregaux, has unveiled two brand-new watches ready to steal the show during the week. Honoring the legacy of the Bridges collection, these new releases are unique pieces to add to your line-up.
The Bridges Collection's new additions
The Esmeralda Tourbillon Girard Perregaux / Girard Perregaux

As part of the Geneva Watch Days, Girard Perregaux has released two brand-new watches with a major nod to the history of the Bridges collection. The first of the two releases, Tourbillion with Three Flying Bridges, is inspired by a long history that dates back to 1889. With such a long history to portray, this watch has everything from luxury to intricate details, including three floating gold bridges set in a light-filled case that takes a total of two days to finish. Along with floating bridges, the 44mm watch comes with improved indexes, curved sapphire crystals, and enhanced usability. With the highest degree of craftsmanship and detail, this Tourbillion watch is essential for anyone who admires the small details.

Read more
10 years later, Citizen updates its Satellite Wave watch
close up on citizen satellite wave x dial

Almost a full decade after the release of the Satellite Wave F100, Citizen is releasing two new Satellite Wave X pieces, ready to continue the legacy of the F100. With a few modern touches, these new Citizen Satellite watches offer the same unique design as their predecessor. The Satellite Wave F100 first made waves in 2014, when its main feature allowed it to receive time signals from satellites in orbit. With a rapid time signal capture, the newest Satellite Wave X watches offer more intuitive features and polished design choices that cater to new audiences. The Satellite Wave X isn’t just an updated version of the 2014 timepiece but two new pieces that offer plenty on their own. 
The new Satellite Wave X 

Citizen opted for two new pieces that honor the series's legacy while introducing some new modern touches. Both watches offer the same unique triangular shape on the four corners, which mimic satellites in space. Inside, both dials offer the same glittering design accent and inkjet printing, giving users the aura of outer space in the palm of their hands. The flat indices are finished with fine lines similar to the grooves of a vinyl recording. These unique indices are also finished with lume, which allows visibility even in the lowest-light conditions. 

Read more
Bye Summer, hello Fall fashion: Get ready with this lululemon gear
Lululemon gear fall fashion worn outdoors

While it's difficult to believe summer is already over, everyone is going back to school and the weather will soon start getting a little colder, or maybe not. Either way, it's time to start prepping for fall fashion. The best fall outfits blur the line between comfort and function. More importantly, they should be suitable for all kinds of weather, hot or cold. That means superior breathability, and moisture-wicking potential, but great coverage to keep you warm when it matters -- is a great plug here. You might be surprised to hear this, but lululemon gear fits the bill. From versatile shorts and pants to trusty everyday shirts, underwear, and even coats and jackets, lululemon offers a near-limitless array of possibilities.

Take the stretchy yet cotton-like used in lululemon pants, as an example. There are flexible, comfortable dress pants, to look professional but feel great. There are lounge-friendly sweatpants. There are joggers for sports and active lifestyles. There are also jeans, with pockets, that are ultra-comfortable -- although, those are made with lululemon's Warpstreme and Utilitech materials. Of course, it's not just about pants, you'll need some fly tops, too. Pull up a seat and let's explore lululemon's best men's fall fashion gear.

Read more