The Harsh Reality of the CARES Act and Paycheck Protection Program
We check in with small businesses who tried to access government relief of the CARES Act and Paycheck Protection Program with very mixed results.
Op-Ed
Op-Ed features shine a light on the culture and opinion that surround the products and and brands we cover throughout the site.
What Will the New Retail Shopping Experience Look Like?
Retail shopping is starting to return after a 2 month hiatus but along with it are a host of new rules and regulations to keep us all safe.
Private Inequity – Breaking Down J.Crew’s Bankruptcy
The American mall giant is one of the first retail bankruptcies of Covid-19, read on for what set the label up for failure long before the virus.
The Indispensability of Domestic Manufacturing
In late March, Governor Cuomo of New York begged businesses to begin making masks, “If you can make them, we…
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Heddels Corona Update 2 – Keep Staying Home!
Our second deep dive digest in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak, hear our understanding of the actionable developments of the last week.
Ghost Cart 2 – The Kapital Corduroy Blues
Our second dive into the Ghost Cart sees a missed connection with an understated piece from a much more than understated brand.
Why Denim Doesn’t Die – Marginal Identities in the Weave
Many op-ed writers are quick to declare the death of denim, but our look into the fabric's diverse history shows it's going to be around for a good while.
Ghost Cart – The Curse of the Black Suede Loafers
Our new series from Reed Nelson regales with tales of purchases that could've been. This first installment details the Aldens that got away.
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…
Cost Per Wear and the Nostalgia Variable
If you’ve been following our site, you might have noticed a tagline that reads, “Own things you want to use…