By Michael Nolledo
Rule number one of farmer’s markets: don’t stuff fresh produce in a plastic bag. Come prepared with a reusable tote, like the made-in-USA ones from custom bag maker Port Canvas. Start with any of their six styles, then pick the canvas color, webbing color, lining color, handle length, monogram it, add pockets or key lanyards – go buck wild or keep it simple, you decide. Read More
Welcome to the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Like the 40 Under $40 guide from last year, and the 25 Under $25 guide from the year before that, the following is a collection of goods that are not only affordable and US / first-world made, but also offer some utility, and will last. Hopefully it’ll help you cross a few people off your shopping list. Here’s to a healthy and sane holiday season.
Part two of the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Dig in.
Let’s face it, buying American rarely means buying affordable. Due to our country’s (very necessary) laws and regulations regarding compensation, factory conditions, environmental impact, etc., producing goods here costs more, which means the products do too. Add to that the expense of quality materials and fabrications, and prices can go from high to downright prohibitive. However, there are still bargains out there. Durable items that are made in America by workers paid an equitable wage, but don’t require a bank loan to buy. And now, thanks to the newly launched e-tailer Inland Clothing, those items have never been easier to find.
It’s that time again. The endlessly talented Christine Mitchell of N’East Style is back with another collection of #menswear illustrations, and once again, she’s knocked it out of the park. Check ‘em out after the jump. And for those who missed the first two installments, you can see them here. Thanks Christine! Read More
And since we’re breaking the warm weather wares dam (see previous post), how’s this for a summer bag? It’s made in Maine from heavy-weight, vat-dyed 100% cotton duck canvas. Its features include a cinch top, adjustable mil-spec webbing shoulder straps, four external pockets, and a Cordura lining. It looks great. And, it only costs $60. Read More
