How to Determine Your Hat Size
It’s that time of year (if you live in the Northern Hemisphere, at least) when the cold weather means swaddling…
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There is a plethora of information that goes into the production and maintenance of your favorite products, learn all about their history, how their made, and how to keep them looking their best.
Lee Storm Rider Denim Jackets – The Complete Vintage Guide
The business of denim history is a tricky one. It’s probably safe to assume there is some gorgeous, well-written, and…
What is Fleece? Comfort and Warmth Through Plastics
Somewhere (hopefully hidden in a dark place), there’s a photograph of seven-year-old me, grinning and clad in a rather offensive…
The Three Tiers of Down Parka – Entry, Mid, and End Level
The down parka is the archetypal winter garment. Invented by Eddie Bauer in 1936, the feather-filled jacket rose to mainstream…
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Understanding Persian Rugs – Two and a Half Millennia of Silk and Wool
In the city of Ctesiphon, a city along the banks of the Tigris river, not far from modern-day Baghdad, there…
How To Own Things You Want To Use Forever – An Anti-Fast Fashion Manifesto
Every now and again, I think it’s a good idea to take stock of what we’re doing and where we…
How to Find a Tailor that Fits Your Needs
Readers, we know you like quality stuff that’s built to last, and helping you find the best threads is our…
Greenwashing – How to See Through Disingenuous Eco-Marketing
It’s undeniable that sustainability, environmental impact and ethical manufacturing processes are ‘on trend’ at the moment. And as a result,…
Synthetic vs. Natural Fibers – For Your Health and the Planet’s
The simplest building blocks of clothing are the fibers that are ultimately spun and woven into textiles, whence our clothing…
Bean Boots, Duck Boots, and Sorels, Oh My
Winter calls for drastic action, especially in some parts of the world where the cold weather has the tightest grip….