The first time I saw these US-made Cobblecloth Crews on the Columbiaknit website, I misread the title as “Clobbercloth,” which I actually thought was pretty awesome. I mean, what a great name for a fabric used by a rugby jersey maker. But, alas, it’s Cobblecloth, which is still fine, I guess. Then again, at only $50 a pop, who cares what they’re called? Read More »

You gotta respect Archival Clothing’s approach to product design. Start with what’s widely considered to be the pinnacle version of something. Pinpoint what works about it and what doesn’t. Update the design to address the things that don’t (as well as add some originality). And boom, a new and thoughtful iteration of a classic staple, offering the best of the old, with just the right amount of new. The most recent item to receive the Archival treatment: the striped naval tee. Read More »