INSIGHT CHECK SHIRTS

Insight - Fred Sonic Shirt
in
green or red
DETAILS: A really great check shirt made from a rough but lightweight flannel-like fabric. The shirts come with a crumpled texture which, if you prefer, can be washed out. We recommend embracing the relaxed feel of it, though! Two button-down patch pockets on the chest. Button placket with one contrasting-color button towards the bottom. Slightly small collar. 100% cotton.
sizes/green: S, M, L
sizes/red: S, M, L
$66

DIET BUTCHER SLIM SKIN 'GASP' COLLECTION PHOTOS

Diet Butcher Slim Skin seems always to produce beautiful catalogues and presentations to go along with their collections. To go with this season's collection, Gasp, they did a very cool and moody photo shoot inside a rundown apartment complex a quick taxi-ride away from their head office in the Nakameguro area of Tokyo. Shown also on the DBSS homepage, these photos are taken from the Japanese blog Jamool.

TREND: HERITAGE, GRANDPA & LAYERS

Men.Style.com is currently featuring photos of New York City men presented by Scott Schuman, a.k.a. The Sartorialist. The people in these photos are generally from the fashion industry and therefore ahead of the curve; but come Fall, this is how all the cool kids will be be dressing. Start studying.

COLLEGIATE
This fella doesn't embody what I am really talking about since he looks a little old to be going to school and too tough to be a professor. None the less, he's an excellent reminder that once the Japanese got tired of our American wilderness looks, they went to hard core collegiate. Stiff oxford cloth shirts with white collars, woolen ties, heavy letterman sweaters, horn rimmed glasses, cuffed pants and all sorts of preppy shoes like white bucks, saddle shoes and penny loafers.

WILDERNESS
Camping, hiking, fishing or hunting, are a huge influence on our Fall 09 style. Some of these fellas are evolking a British gentlemen's weekend squab hunt, while Mordechai Rubinstein (friend of Blackbird) appears to be channeling an international reporter at large on assignment in Alaska. Feel free to mix these elements into your wardrobe (a waxwear coat or gnarly hunting boots) or go for the full look. You can't really mess up an outfit like this since historically these garments were based on function rather than appearance and were passed on through generations. Anything goes.

BAD ASS LEATHER JACKETS
This is more of a Spring trend but you will see them continue into Fall. What you should know about leather is that many leathers now are being washed and treated with waxes and other coatings so that old fear of getting caught out in the rain and ruining your investment should mostly be ignored. Leather looks better after it's beaten up. Bad Ass is back.

KILLER
This is the only kind of *slick* I can handle. It's under the radar and completely about fit and quality. Do you think he has a gun in that bag or his yoga mat?

MIXXE
This kid must be a happy person. Oh the joys of mixing your wardrobe to create the ultimate carefree outfit. This is the biggest lessen we learned from our Japan adventures. Buy a few BEAUTIFUL garments and mix them with everything. Devil may care! Be a person not a clone!

RAG & BONE RAZOR SUIT

(above picture from men.style.com's spring 2009 Coming Attractions feature)

In stock now is one of the most show-stopping outfits from Rag & Bone's spring/summer 2009 collection. The Razor suit was done in three different fabrications, two of which we have available. These very special pieces are all done in a very caring collaboration between Rag & Bone and the famous Martin Greenfield Clothiers. All pieces are completely handmade with the utmost care by the master tailors of this legendary factory.

Shown below is already the most infamous of these fabrications -- the jaw-dropping wool-blend "shiny" fabric. This is made from a finely woven 90% wool/10% nylon blend which, due to use of the nylon, has a gorgeous luster, varying in intensity depending on the light of your surroundings. As mentioned above, this fabric combination in particular is an absolute show-stopper that has to be seen to believe.

Please note that, in addition to this sparkly version, we also have the more subdued (although equally beautiful) matte black 100% wool version. Both should be up on the webstore by early next week, but for now please e-mail or all (1 866 500-2524) with any inquiries.

Rag & Bone - Razor Jacket
in black shine
DETAILS: Slim-fitting two-button blazer with narrow armholes and sleeves. Single vented, notch lapels, surgeon cuffs, angled besom pockets, and fully canvassed construction. Handmade by master tailors in Brooklyn.
sizes: 36, 38, 40
$2150

Rag & Bone - Razor Pants
in black shine
DETAILS: Slim-fitting pants with a slightly high rise and subtle taper. Double welt pockets on the back. Zip and button fly. Handmade by master tailors in Brooklyn.
sizes: 28, 30, 32
$360

NEW KZO ARRIVALS

A shipment from KZO's spring/summer 2009 collection has hit the store and frankly, we are blown away. KZO has grown so much in such a short amount of time and, if this collection is any indicator, there are some very great things in the near future. Down to the tiny details, KZO is really a brand which is truly innovating in the American "fashion" world.

In particular, the jeans from this season are something we have all fallen hopelessly in love with. We have three styles in stock right now, all of which are made in Okayama, Japan, a prefecture which is quite legendary in the denim world. Each style uses a selvage Japanese denim and is full of some very unique details which set them completely apart from anything else on the market right now.

Below are just a few items we have ready right now on the webstore. Everything is available in-store right now for locals to check out and we will get the rest ready by next week. Other items include lovely stripe shorts, t-shirts, more fleece jackets, crazy transformer jacket and camera bag (think Acronym-level insanity), and a few other things.

Click here to go directly to the KZO section of the webstore.

KZO - Ceres Fleece Mods Coat
in [washed] black
DETAILS: Slim-fitting fishtail parka-style fleece. The midweight of the fleece makes this a really excellent outerwear piece to wear through the spring or cooler nights in the summer. Drawstring details along waist and hem. Convertible hood easily detaches via a hidden zipper. 100% cotton fleece.
$336
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KZO - Central Denim Pants
in indigo or deep black
DETAILS: Slim-fitting jeans with a slight taper. Every detail of these jeans is very well-thought-out, contributing to a very unique style. The darting through the inner thighs helps keep the fit nice and slim throughout the entire leg. The waistband is constructed from one piece of fabric folded over which creates an almost 3D effect. The front pockets have a very slight amount of extra fabric which helps keep them very practical even with the slim fit through the thighs. Slightly low rise with a very subtly dropped crotch.
$240
click here to buy in indigo
click here to buy in deep black
click here to buy in white


KZO - Bretto Flannel
in black/red
DETAILS: Shown above worn by Brett Westfall himself during his visit to Seattle last October. Collaborations between KZO and Unholy Matrimony's Brett Westfall. This season's version has double layered sleeves and attached bottom portion. Sealed zip pockets on sides and chest. Hidden zipper in the back allows for the entire shirt to be folded into itself in hobo-bag fashion. Made from a thick, very soft and comfortable 100% cotton flannel. Works great worn as a jacket or alone as a main shirt.
$344
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BOY by BAND OF OUTSIDERS

We have in stock some new women's items! We received a small shipment from the women's line by Band of Outsiders, Boy. Last year we posted a translated article about the brand with a preface stating that we would not be receiving anything from the line. Now, a year later, that statement is no longer valid! It is just a few shirts for now but more will be coming as the season progresses.

Click here to go directly to the Boy by Band of Outsiders section of the webstore.

LIBERATION MUSIC

BILLYKIRK

We have received a whole bunch of new items from Billykirk, including several bag styles (both new and re-stocks of some of the most popular) and bracelets. We are working on getting everything up on the webstore and so far have the majority of the bag styles available. Click here to browse what is available right now.

WOOLRICH WOOLEN MILLS

In continuation of the previous post, shown below are all of the items we have received from Woolrich Woolen Mills. These items will not be available to purchase through the webstore, so please e-mail or call (866 500-2524) to purchase.

Overall, we have been incredibly happy with all of these items. From experimenting with customers' styles, as well as our own, we are finding that every piece is versatile in its own way. A lot of people seem to think immediately that Woolrich and all off-shoots is a purely Americana brand but it really can work within just about anyone's personal style. The sizing is very generous and the wearer can achieve slim fits to go with their skinny jeans or experiment with different sizes for a more relaxed style. Aside from the styles, we have also fallen completely in love with the tough organic fabrics; it is really something anyone can appreciate.

Click here for our previous introduction to the brand.

Woolrich Woolen Mills - Upland Jacket
in black
DETAILS: Three button blazer-style jacket in a springtime-weight twill. Partial cotton lining through front of the body. Four pockets throughout the exterior with one interior and slots for interior access along the button placket.
sizes: S, M, L, XL
$475


Woolrich Woolen Mills - Pen Jacket
in chambray
DETAILS: Lightweight three button blazer-style jacket made from a tough chambray fabric. Due to the light, airy weight to the fabric, this is really an ideal jacket to wear through the warmer seasons with even just a tank top underneath. White stitching with darting along the back. Three pockets on the exterior and two on the interior
sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
$399


Woolrich Woolen Mills - Maine Guide Jacket
in navy
DETAILS: Made from a tough yet lightweight finely woven ripstop cotton fabric. The collar folds down to become a shawl but can also be worn up and features a detachable strap to keep the top closed. Three external pockets and two internal. Sheep-embossed metal buttons.
sizes: S, M, L
$399


Woolrich Woolen Mills - Maine Guide Jacket
in gray
DETAILS: Made from a light and airy tropical wool material which is perfectly suited for warm or heavy weather. The collar folds down to become a shawl but can also be worn up and features a detachable strap to keep the top closed. Three external pockets and two internal. Sheep-embossed metal buttons.
sizes: S, M, L
$445


Woolrich Woolen Mills - Field Vest
in navy
DETAILS: An all-around great vest for any style. The fit is a bit slim so each size can accommodate a couple different body types. The curved hem is very flattering in the way that it sits on the hips and the side pockets are placed in a perfect place to keep them very useful. Made from an organic cotton twill with light cotton lining and ribbed neckline. Double zipper. Three external pockets and one zip-close interior pocket.
sizes: S, M, L, XL
$299


Woolrich Woolen Mills - Trail Shirt
in chambray
DETAILS: Lightweight safari-style shirt-jacket made from a tough chambray fabric. Wear it alone as a shirt or with a tank top or other light under layer as a lightweight jacket. Multiple exterior pockets with internal strap along the sleeve to allow them to be rolled up.
sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
$209


Woolrich Woolen Mills - Bush Shorts
in beige or blue jean
DETAILS: Very cool outdoorsy-looking corduroy shorts with safari-like details. Very short length with a regular rise. Two trouser-style side pockets, snap-closure pockets along the thighs, and two back pockets. Zip and snap-closure fly. Shown with Chausser Boat Shoes.
Please note that the beige color is wider Wale corduroy while the blue jean color is a fine Bedford corduroy.
sizes/beige: 30, 32
sizes/blue jean: 30,
$249