J Press, Stock Vintage, CHCM, Snyder: New New York
It was really nice to be in New York last week, after a break of three years. (The last time being for our Ivy Symposium .) I got to see many old friends, both in the industry (Steven Taffel of Leffot and I realised we both have our 15-year anniver...
J Press, Stock Vintage, CHCM, Snyder: New New York
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Thanks, yes I've seen those labels before. I think there is quite a bit that's still handwoven, as in it's not too hard to find, even if it's of course a tiny proportion of the market. Crofts in Lewis and Harris are the ...
Filson briefcase: How great things age
Of all the things we cover in the ‘How great things age’ series , a bag such as this probably has the most potential – because it is made of canvas, leather and brass. All those three materials age differently. Bras...
Filson briefcase: How great things age
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Just unpacked same bag as in here. My girlfriends reaction was, how heavy it is! Mine, its a bit taller but a bit slimmer than expected! And so many pockets! Colour is darker than on filson store pictures. Like a very ca...
If you only had five bags: A capsule collection
Five bags might seem like a lot – certainly compared to shirts or ties, as featured previously in this series . But given you’ll need some kind of suitcase, plus a day bag, and probably a backpack for cycling, walking or s...
If you only had five bags: A capsule collection
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Price is certainly a factor. Ask if the leathers are vegetable-tanned, if they're coated or not, if the hardware is brass - see article here for details. Bennett Winch are good, yes. The totes and briefs aren't that smar...
The appeal of workwear, and my favourite pieces
Although tailoring is my primary passion, I’ve always worn clothing that these days would be grouped under the term ‘workwear’ on the weekend. Good denim, obviously, but also sweatshirts, waxed boots and canvas trousers. Some of th...
The appeal of workwear, and my favourite pieces
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that's a great insight - thank you!...
Five paradigms of casual clothing: Which do you w...
Although casual clothing is far more susceptible to fashions than tailored clothing, it is possible to organize it into certain groups, or paradigms. These groups, such as preppy clothing or workwear, often have their roots in particular parts of th...
Five paradigms of casual clothing: Which do you w...
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Hi David, To be honest I hadn't included that in this section at all, as it's mostly quite smart compared to anything modern. Even flannel trousers, a shirt and sweater is pretty smart today. Did you mean that kind of cl...
Ten bags over ten years
One of the advantages of a long-running blog, perhaps, is the ability to look back and see how purchases have performed over time. It’s particularly useful when we emphasise – as we do, day after day – the value of inv...
Ten bags over ten years
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I'd recommend Equus...
Filson bags
I’ve known Filson bags for quite a few years now, but only got to know the management back in January when I met the President, Gray Madden (above). The aesthetic of Filson bags has a lot to recommend it, with its rugged mix of bridle le...
Filson bags
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I have several Filson bags that were bought just when Filson started making them: a medium twill field bag which I use as a camera bag - it has been back to Filson for repairs, and a pullman bag which is perfect for over...
