By Nick Grant
There’s only one drawback to this Japanese-made Reversible Varsity Jacket from Nanamica: and that’s having to choose which side to wear, every time you put it on. One is an all black 65/35 poly-cotton blend with leather trimmed pockets and brass snap closures. The other is a 65/35 poly-cotton check with zip closure and ribbed collar. Read More
Unless there’s moonlight, a shark-free body of water and a game companion involved, we don’t recommend going au naturel in public. That said, we do fully endorse these Natural Canvas Stantons from Rogue Territory. Made in Los Angeles out of undyed – or, “naked” if you’re nasty – Cone Mills selvage canvas, the slim-fit pants will keep your lower half decent, even if you’re not. Read More
By Nick Grant
Just like compliments, paid days off from work and cheese, you can never have too many camp caps. Especially when they feature crazy camos, anchors and flying geese (!?!), like these US-made, $36 Camper caps from The Legends USA. Now, if only they made one with an all-over cheese wedge pattern… Read More
By Michael Nolledo
Don’t mistake Shelter’s Prickly Mountain Bag for just another backpack – since it’s actually a shoulder bag (yeah, I totally thought it was a rucksack when I first saw it too). Fashioned from waxed canvas, veg-tanned leather and brass hardware, the bags – which are named in honor of a counterculture architect-hippie community in Vermont – are just as well suited for foraged foodstuffs as they a store-bought sandwich and MacBook. Read More
By Michael Nolledo
Some of my favorite British imports: the Beatles, Harry Potter, Doctor Who and these Fred Boots from Grenson. By slapping a Vibram wedge sole onto a brogue upper in a not-so-subtle nod to American workwear, the world-class shoemakers have created a boot that’s comfortable, casual yet classy and fit for everyday wear. Read More
By Nick Grant
Ever feel like your life is missing something? A certain lavishness and excitement? Well, these Montana-made Epperson Mountaineering Climbing Totes probably won’t fill that void, but that doesn’t make them any less great. Crafted from lightweight-yet-sturdy camo Cordura and Navajo-inspired embroidered nylon webbing, the bags are like a catered gourmet meal atop Mt. Kilimanjaro. Read More
By Michael Nolledo
In the name of the Poplin, the Tweed and the Holy Corduroy, Amen. Don’t mind me – I’m just doing a quick sign of the cross for the holy trinity of textures found on these Sunny Sports Fisherman Jackets. Made in Japan, the jackets combine a poly-cotton poplin shell, corduroy collar and tweed pockets for quite the saintly effect. Read More
By Nick Grant
Look, we totally support picking up that used flannel shirt on eBay. We really do. But, just know that for a little more (okay, kind of a lot more), you can get yourself one of these Midwood Flannels from Ovadia & Sons. Made in the US, the shirts feature a slim, tailored fit, great color palette and antelope suede elbow patches. ANTELOPE SUEDE. Read More
The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.
By Michael Nolledo
Two things to keep in mind when traveling abroad: don’t drink the water, and don’t lose your passport. Fortunately, there are preventative measures that can be taken, like stocking up on bottled H2O, and getting yourself one of these Travel Wallets from Corter Leather. Intelligently designed to keep you organized, the wallets feature a main slot for your passport, another for your travel documents and two more for credit cards. Read More
By Nick Grant
As much as I like warm weather, I always miss being able to layer my favorite pieces. Fortunately, this spring-weight Odd Fellow for Draught Dry Goods Varsity Jacket makes it so I can enjoy both. Featuring a 10 oz. waxed canvas body and incredible floral lining, the jacket lets me keep the layers, even as the temperature starts to rise. Read More
Early birds, meet your proverbial worm. Owner Operator is now taking preorders for their soon to be released Summer Packs. Designed for “beach bummin’, bike rides, day hikes and breezy adventures,” the lightweight luggers are made in the USA from water-resistant nylon packcloth, and feature a flap top, outer zip patch pocket and Cordura nylon base. Read More
There are leaders and there are followers. Those of you that count yourselves among the latter group can stop reading here. For you rein-takers in the former: these new MTO Shirts from Epaulet are something to be very excited about. Not only do you get to choose the fabric, you also have control over the length, cut, button type, and just about every other detail. Read More
Like a lot of pieces from Engineered Garments, these Type 5 Red Selvedge Jeans aren’t for everyone. They’ve got tonal stitching instead of gold. A high rise and roomy straight leg instead of low and slim (some fit images here). A cloth patch instead of leather. The list goes on. Read More
By Michael Nolledo
As far as affordable US-made button downs go, these Candy Stripe Oxfords from Individualized are some of the sweetest. Made in New Jersey by a company that’s been doing small batch custom work since 1961, the slim-fit shirts have all the trimmings, including a button-down collar, v-stitched chest pocket and box pleat and locker loop on the back. Read More
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
By Nick Grant
Listen here, maggot. You think you know good sweats? YOU DON’T KNOW SQUAT! These Bootcamp Hoodie and Crewneck Sweatshirts from Cadet are made in Brooklyn out of a poly-cotton mix, and come in a gnarly heather red and deep navy. And, at $98 and $78 respectively, you won’t have to crawl through mud or climb over walls to get them. Read More
