Category archives: Manufacturing Countries

Lewis Leather - Specialized in motorcycling jackets

Lewis Leather was created in 1892 by David Isaacs. At the beginning it was a Tailoring and Outfitters shop located at 124 Great Portland street in London. Some years later D Lewi[...]

Dr. Martens – Made in England

At the end of the 90’s all the Dr. Martens production was outsourced to Asia. All the British Dr. Martens manufactures were closed. Only remained open, a small unit located in Wo[...]

Cuff Links by Samuel Gassmann

Finally you can buy Samuel creation online. For more then 3 years Samuel creates cuff links in his Parisian workshop. It’s about high quality cuff links, all made by hands. You [...]

IZOLA - built to last

Here’s the way Izola describe themselves : Inspired by the old world utilitarian ideal of making something that is "built to last," IZOLA and Aesthetic Movement have curated a col[...]

Ragtop Vintage Clothing - Nice finds !

It is always with pleasure that I visit the blog of "Ragtop Vintage Clothing" . Military clothing, workwear, jeans ... Here are some of their latest findings ... As a short walk a[...]

Antique typewriters modified to work as USB Keyboards - (Etsy)

This small shop on Etsy sells antique typewriters modified to work as USB Keyboards for PC, Mac, or even iPad Beautiful and original! Look great on your desk ... And handymen[...]

Muttonhead - Slow-Design in Toronto

We already talked about some Canadian labels. This time we found a Toronto based label. Muttonhead was created in Toronto in 2009. From it’s beginning Muttonhead decided to go l[...]

Dartmouth college students wearing Varsity jackets, 1963 (TAKE IVY)

The Varsity Jacket

The Varsity Jacket is a jacket traditionally worn by high school and college students in the United States to represent school and team pride as well as to display personal awa[...]

3x1 Denim : How to make a Jean (Video)

We already wrote an article about 3x1 denim. But by visiting their website we found this video. How to make a jean? In pictures and music.

The Duffel-Coat - A Belgian Pride

Yes, you've readed well the title : A Belgian Pride !!!! Perhaps our British Friends won't be happy to read it but the Duffle Coat wasn't invented in England but in Belg[...]

Upcycled vintage objects and Iphone charger station by iasVintage

Traveling on Etsy, I discovered the shop "iasVintage". Especially these recycled objects. Or better, upcycled objects. Old trinkets, old machines, old clocks, etc ... DIY to become[...]

My favorite ZIPPO Lighters

Some lighters. My favorite Zippo from the 2012-2013 catalog.

(French) | Universal Works - La qualité intemporelle des pièces sera la fondation de son image

Il y a quelques jours j'ai reçu un mail annonçant le début de soldes d'hiver chez Oi Polloi. Pour les néophytes d'entre vous, Oi Polloi est un des magasins phare pour l'homme rech[...]

General Knot - Handmade bow ties using fine vintage and deadstock fabrics

A bit of whimsy for your style. In my case, it was decided, I will be wearing a bow tie for christmas! General Knots manufactures handmade bow ties using fine vintage and deadst[...]

Big Sur Country Soap (@ Meatpacking District, NY)

(photo © Lynel Moore) Big Sur Country Soap. At the begining of the week I was in NYC. During my free time (I was there for my job), I've made some shopping.... I went to t[...]

Peregrine - English clothing since 1956 ... but ...

... If the name "Peregrine" is 57 years, the family business has-beens Producing quality clothing for eight generations since 240 years ... From Thomas Glover in 1824, to Tom Glove[...]

REIGNING CHAMP X LEE JAPAN 101-J JACKET

A few days ago, we told you about Reigning Champ and its basic sportswear. Today we present you a jacket from a collaboration with the famous denim brand Lee. The legendary 101J[...]

(french) Traveler’s times with a little nostalgia by MIDORI

Je vous présente le concurrent du légendaire Moleskine, The Traveler’s notebook by Midori Que vous soyez aventurier, poète, artiste ou businessman, cette marque japonaise propos[...]

Usually we speak about things we like, but this time, that's different.....

The first time I've heard about Momotaro Jeans it was 4 years ago when a Guy coming from Japan push the door of our boutique and present himself as working for Momotaro Jeans. The[...]

Reigning Champ - Unfortunately my size was sold out...

wo weeks ago I was in Milano and had two hours for visiting some shops. The first stop was at the WP Store. I found a very nice pants from Reigning Champ. Unfortunately my size [...]