The West is Dead Raw Indigo Sweatshirt

May 8, 2013


What do denim-heads, nutritionally-minded hippies and Ol’ Dirty Bastard all have in common? They like it raw. The Raw Indigo Sweatshirt from The West is Dead is cut and sewn in the USA out of yarn-dyed French terry, a custom fabric that’s made like – and will fade similarly to – raw denim. Read More »

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The West is Dead Slim Chino Pants

March 26, 2013

By Michael Nolledo


You know that awkward moment when you’re out with friends and realize everyone is wearing denim? Or worse, you’re all rocking cuffed selvedge, looking like a herd of indigo-dyed sheep. Well, here’s your chance to distinguish yourself. These US-made West is Dead Slim Chinos are cut like jeans, but fashioned from 100% cotton duck canvas, and feature details like belt loops sewn directly into the waistband and a riveted button fly with custom hardware. Read More »

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The West is Dead Reversible Sweatshirts

March 22, 2012


In swings both ways news: reversible sweatshirts (what’d you think it was going to be?). The Reversible Sweatshirts from The West is Dead are handcrafted in the US out of slubby as all get out cotton-poly terry knit (which is also made here). Designed to be two sweats in one, the shirts feature v-stitches in the front and back neckline, and flatlock construction on all the seams. Read More »

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The West is Dead Duck Canvas Chinos

October 18, 2011


The Duck Canvas Chinos from The West is Dead are handcrafted in the USA from – you guessed it – 100% cotton duck canvas. Designed “with comfort in mind,” the “fit for any occasion” pants feature a roomy hip, slightly higher than average rise, and a slim, tapered leg (14″ opening, in case you’re curious). Additional details include custom forged brass hardware, a button fly, fully taped inner seams, and mismatched pockets in the back. Read More »

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