History
The Men With Blue Jeans – Navy SEALs in Vietnam Wore Levi’s
Instead of the standard issue camo gear, many Navy SEALs in the Vietnam War chose to wear Levi's 501 denim jeans into combat.
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The Full History of Navajo Blankets and Rugs
Wool blankets and rugs have been iconic artisanal products of the Navajo Native American tribe for five centuries, we dig into their history and creation.
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?
101 Primers
American Flight Jackets From 1927 to 1946 – The Complete Guide
We rundown the outerwear of the early American military flyers, from A-1 to B-15 and nearly everything in between, learn about the jackets of 1927 to 1950.
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Time Catcher’s Comfort Fit Tees Blend All the Yarns
Featuring a blend of cotton, wool, and a duo of semi-synthetic fibers, Time Catcher's latest tees offer comfort and utility at just $30.
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Brave Star Selvage Renders its True Straight Jean in 18 oz. “Samurai” Selvedge Denim
A pair of heavyweight jeans made in Los Angeles for under $150? Seems hard to believe in 2025 but Brave Star Selvage is here to indulge you.
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.
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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.
