Persimmon Presence: Studio D’Artisan’s Kakishibu Noragi Sashiko Shirt
Studio D’Artisan’s Kakishubu Noragi Sashiko Shirt blends traditional Japanese workwear with modern American styling. The garment uses kakishibu, a natural persimmon‑tannin dye, layered in three shades to create a subtle check pattern, while hand‑stitched sashiko reinforces and decorates the fabric. The iconic “Kaki‑no‑ha” motif references persimmon leaves, linking the dye’s source to its visual language. The shirt retails for $308 through Redcast Heritage.
Iron Heart Renders Western Shirt in Rope-Dyed Indigo Corduroy
Iron Heart has launched a 7.5 oz selvedge corduroy Western shirt crafted from 14‑wale, rope‑dyed indigo fabric. The slim‑fit piece features a classic western yoke, snap fasteners, and multiple needle stitching for durability. Technical details include single, double and triple‑needle seams,...
Dawdle in Dobby with These Breezy Hansen Garments Pants
Hansen Garments has launched the Emir Loose Drawstring Pants, a navy dobby‑loomed cotton‑linen trouser that blends a sharp silhouette with sweat‑pant comfort. The pants feature an elastic waist and a roomy cut, targeting consumers who want breathable, versatile apparel for...
Rough with the Smooth: Bleu De Chauffe’s New Liscio Leather
Bleu de Chauffe has launched its Liscio collection, a new smooth, water‑resistant leather aimed at business travelers. The line introduces three bags—the Ledger briefcase, the Zeppo messenger‑briefcase hybrid, and the 30‑liter Hobo travel bag—priced between $525 and $800. Each model blends...
Bet on Blue Skies with GUSTIN’s 139 Big Sky Workshirt
GUSTIN has launched the 139 Big Sky Workshirt, a sky‑blue, 13.5 oz cotton shirt that blends 1970s-inspired styling with rugged workwear details. The garment features triple‑stitched construction, side gussets, chain‑stitch run‑off, and custom Corozo buttons, all in a slim‑fit cut. Priced at $126,...
Head for Fades with Wies Made’s 14 Oz. Denim Ball Cap
American brand Wies Made has launched a 14 oz denim ball cap crafted from Mt Vernon Mills broken‑twill denim. The cap mirrors the weight of traditional jeans, featuring premium ring‑spun cotton woven on vintage looms and finished with the brand’s red,...
Zip-Up the Pull Up with Unmarked’s CXL Diego Boots
Unmarked’s CXL Diego Boots combine heritage craftsmanship with modern functionality. The boot features a 270-degree welted construction, side‑zip upper, and Horween Chromexcel calf leather that develops a pull‑up patina. It includes a Dainite studded sole, vegetable‑tanned lining, cork footbed cushioning,...
Upstate Stock’s Fancy Sock Blends Merino Wool with Recycled Plastic Bottles
Upstate Stock’s Fancy Sock blends 95 % merino wool with 5 % spandex and a 50 % recycled PET component derived from post‑consumer plastic bottles. The fabric offers softness, durability, and stretch while repurposing single‑use plastics. Production occurs in New Jersey with sewing...
Blowout: On the Lookout for Watch Caps
The article explores the watch cap’s evolution from a utilitarian cold‑weather accessory to a fashion staple. It traces the garment’s roots across cold regions, highlighting early workwear origins and Japanese reinterpretations of American styles. The piece notes the cap’s modern...
The Rambler Jacket: A Modern Classic at the Heart of Iron & Resin
The Iron & Resin Rambler Jacket, launched in 2013, remains the brand’s flagship cut‑and‑sew piece. Inspired by the Lee Stormrider, it blends a cropped trucker silhouette with 10.5 oz waxed‑cotton canvas for water resistance and aging patina. Reinforced with 14‑wale corduroy...
Yuketen Wadaken Mil Spec U Tip Oxford Is Up To Snuff
Yuketen’s Wadaden Mil Spec U‑Tip Oxford blends military dress shoes with rugged sport oxfords, featuring full‑grain Tosca Snuff leather from Italy’s Conceria Opera tannery. Hand‑cut, hand‑lasted in a small Italian mountain factory, the shoe uses a Cortina lug sole and...
Big John’s M1011RC Wild Duck Jeans Contain Reed Fibers From Lake Kojima
Big John’s M1011RC Wild Duck jeans blend 94% cotton with 6% recycled reed fibers harvested from Lake Kojima, creating a 13.5 oz selvedge denim with a distinctive green "Midori Mimi" selvedge. The reeds are removed annually to curb lake pollution, and...
Will Fade, Won’t Tear: 3sixteen’s Indigo Ripstop Field Vest
New York‑based 3sixteen has launched the Indigo Ripstop Field Vest, a rugged, eight‑pocket garment built from parachute‑grade ripstop fabric. The vest’s indigo dye is engineered to fade gracefully over time, creating a lived‑in aesthetic. Priced at $240, it is manufactured...
Blowout: The Gory Details Behind GORE-TEX
GORE‑TEX remains the benchmark for waterproof, breathable fabrics, recognizable by its iconic black‑and‑yellow tag on outerwear and footwear. The podcast explores how the proprietary ePTFE membrane delivers simultaneous breathability and water resistance, and evaluates its real‑world performance across brands like...
UES’ Indigo-Dyed Hoodie Is For The Cozy Faders
The United States of Europe (UES) has launched its Indigo‑Dyed Hoodie, a heavyweight, tube‑knit sweatshirt priced at $254 and sold through Redcast Heritage. The garment combines American and Mexican cotton, circular knitting, and a garment‑dye plus bio‑wash treatment to create...