101 Primers
What is Melton Wool? On the Toughest and Arguably Warmest Woolen
You've seen it on pea coats, duffel coats, and more, but what exactly is this melton stuff, how is it made, and where did it come from?
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101 Primers
Know Your Wools: Cashmere, Lambswool, Angora and More
Sweater season is around the corner and we're here to give you the lowdown on the different types of wool, from angora to mohair.
How To
The Do’s and Dont’s of Breaking In a New Pair of Leather Boots
I’m sure there are plenty of you who are already rolling your eyes as you click your way to this…
How To
How to Date and Value Vintage Levi’s Type I, II, and III Denim Jackets
The ultimate guide to determining the age and value of vintage Levi's denim jackets. Follow along to see the worth of your Type I, II, and III.
Fade Friday
Fade Friday – LVC 1944 501 (7 Years, 1 Month, 4 Washes)
After 7 years of regular wear and some repairs along the way, these LVC's look like a vintage barn find rather than a pair of modern repros.
New Releases
Railcar Joins Forces with Whites for Proprietary 55 Boot Designed by Steven Dang
Steven Dang of Railcasr takes his years of experience working on the LA Metro to imbue these Collab Boots with true workwear spirit.
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KATO’s 4-Way Stretch Selvedge Balances Authenticity & Comfort
In an industry predicated on stiff, starchy fabrics, KATO offers comfy stretch selvedge denim that hits the rugged notes we know and love.
History
The History of the Polo Shirt: From Rene Lacoste Through Ralph Lauren
One of the most ubiquitous garments in the world, the Polo Shirt has humble beginnings on the polo fields of Manipur, India.
New Releases
Crown Northampton Drops Western Floral Embossed Horween Pack
Making the rarest even rarer, Crown Northampton worked with Horween to procure some beautifully embossed chromexcel and shell cordovan.
New Releases
Jelado’s Dean Jacket is Back in Two New Colorways
You can always count on Jelado to not only reimagine an iconic garment but to produce something new and objectively better.
History
The Untold Story of Huaraches – Mexico’s Native Sandal
We look back at the Huarache, the traditional Mexican woven leather sandal which has graced the feet of Meso-Americans for hundreds of years.
Fade Friday
Fade Friday – Iron Heart 666s (10 months, 5 soaks, 1 wash)
This week's Fade Friday features a jaw-dropping pair of Iron Heart 666s, with some lush fades despite only 10 months on the clock.
History
A Guide to JC Penney’s Foremost Jeans – History, Value, & Different Models
Our in depth guide to all of J.C. Penney's denim offerings over the past century, focusing on their top of the line Foremost collection.
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UES Made a 100% Linen Denim Work Shirt
Denim isn't always the breeziest fabric when temps are hot. UES is here to fix that with a 100% linen denim work shirt. Yep, 100%.
