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Instead of Rent: May, 2013

May 1, 2013

The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.

Due North by Kyle Rancourt, Vol. 1

April 24, 2013

Words and photos by Kyle Rancourt

Last week, the daughter of a member of our product development team joined her mother at work for the day. As part of the experience, the teenage girl spent a couple of hours observing and lending a hand in our finishing room, where one of the veteran finishing team members said to her, “make sure you go to college so you don’t have to work in a factory.” When I heard this, I experienced an immediate and intense gut reaction, “what’s wrong with working in a factory?” I said. “What does a college degree guarantee you?”

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Inspiration is Where You Find It: Isamu Noguchi

January 16, 2013

By Jake Gallagher

Isamu Noguchi was the organic answer to a design movement otherwise defined by pronounced lines and technological advancements. One of mid-century modern’s key figures, Noguchi’s nature-inspired pieces offered a stark contrast to the clean, seemingly mechanized creations of his peers. He began his career as a sculptor in the 1920’s, working with wood, metals, stone and plaster to create beautiful shapes that balanced hard edges with curved forms. In 1947, Noguchi took on another role as a furniture designer for the illustrious Herman Miller company, producing a variety of items including what is now his most recognizable work, the Noguchi table. With so much on his plate, the artist spent most of his days in his studio. Read More »

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Instead of Rent: October, 2012

October 3, 2012

The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.

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Instead of Rent: September, 2012

September 5, 2012

The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.

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Rancourt & Co. Langdon Boots

August 28, 2012

By Nick Grant

A good pair of boots should be able to stick with you through thick and thin, and keep looking great no matter what. They may cost a little more up front, but like all good investments, they’ll be worth it in the long run. Enter the Langdon Boots from Rancourt & Co. Read More »

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Rancourt & Co. x Standard Goods Ranger Mocs

June 7, 2012

This isn’t the first time Rancourt & Co. ranger moccasins have made an appearance on the site, but this is by far the best they’ve looked while doing so. The Rancourt & Co. x Standard Goods Ranger Mocs are meticulously crafted in Maine out of Horween ‘Plainsman Brown’ Chromexcel leather. Read More »

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Instead of Rent: May, 2012

May 2, 2012

The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.

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Rancourt & Co. Ranger Mocs

February 28, 2012

Even if you haven’t heard of Rancourt & Co., chances are you’re still familiar with their handiwork. Founded in Maine in 1964, the company has spent nearly half a century producing heirloom-quality handsewn footwear for a number of well known American and Japanese brands. The Ranger Mocs, part of R&C’s new(ish) direct-to-consumer collection, are crafted from an array of high quality Horween leathers. Read More »

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