The Mini car brand have unveiled their rather sporting Mini Cooper Works GP, which they claim to be the fastest Mini ever produced. Although it’s still under testing process, this new model’s already reported to have completed the lap of Nürburgring’s Nordschleife circuit in 8 min and 23 seconds — an improved 19 seconds than its predecessor. The engine capacity has not yet been confirmed, but it’s rumoured that the car will be powered by a 214+ horsepower. The Mini Cooper Works GP’s body has many aerodynamic changes to meet extreme driving situations, side skirts and a bespoke roof spoiler, completely redeveloped rear diffuser to optimize airflow around the underbody and large front and rear aprons includes in notable features. Mini will produce only 2,000 units of the John Cooper Works GP and price is still unannounced. More images follows after the jump. Related posts: » Mini Cooper Goodwood » KRINK Mini Cooper S » Rolls-Royce x Mini ‘Inspired by Goodwood’ » KRINK Mini Cooper S | A Closer Look » Dsquared2 x Mini Cooper S ‘Life Ball 2011′

Similar to its Nike counterpart at 21 Mercer , which is just a few streets south from it, the Cole Haan flagship in New York City’s trendy SoHo neighborhood is a launch platform for the various projects in the works. Everything from all-reflective loafers , the most recent LunarGrand design, to these new Skylar Oxfords for women. In grey, khaki, or the classic cordovan, each consists an upper made of waxed canvas and premium leather with brogue details. But the more notable aspect will be its pastel yellow outsole.  Like other Cole Haan creations, Skylar Oxford comes with padded sock lining and cushioned foot bed for comfort. Retails for US$ 328, available now as an in-store item at Cole Haan SoHo. Cole Haan SoHo 128 Prince Street |  Map New York, NY 10012 TEL #: 212-219-8240

Among the most enduring models from the Nike ACG line, the Nike Lava Dome is making a return this year as a Spring 2012 offering. Almost indistinguishable from the original silhouette, the updated Nike Air Lava Dome 2.4 features the same sturdy nylon mesh and suede construct with one new alteration – a Zoom Air cushioning unit at the heel. Of course, the most notable differences from the old are the flashy colorways in Soft Grey/Lush Teal or Blace/Magenta. Both are now available at select Nike Sportswear retail locations such as BODEGA of Boston. BODEGA (BDGA) 6 Clearway Street | Map Boston, MA 02115 TEL#: 617-421-1550 Pages: 1 2