ON & BEYOND

Named to honor the Largest and Oldest denim manufacturer in the United States (currently defunct), Amoskeag XX feels like a time capsule bringing us back to the 50′s & 60′s. A few relics and denim quilts are the only attractions in the modest window luring passerby’s into the small boutique located on Orchard St. It definitely doesn’t justify what is hidden behind the obscure windows, because what I found inside was Grand, and the owner, Hideya was a joy to exchange passions with.

I spent a good 15 minutes in the store, just conversing with Kenji, the guy has been backpacking the world scouring some of the most unexpectedly amazing vintage items (or bintage, in his thick Japanese accent, hehe). Aside from being a relic hunter, Mr Kawasaki is also a talented Textile designer, having even sold some of his denim patchwork quilt creations to brands such as J.Crew.

So if you ever go near the neighborhood, go drop a word, he is one easy going guy.

Amoskeag XX
96 Orchard Street
(between Broome St & Delancey St)
Manhattan, NY
(646) 237-7336

During my short stay in the big Apple, one of the boutiques in BK really was quite an experience. A real Gentleman’s Store, as would call it our local host, Hollander & Lexer makes most of the newly opened “hipster-heritage” stores in Williamsburg look like a large bucket of watery. From their knowledgeable staff  (who actually tailor whatever you purchase to your liking) to the boutique’s finely tuned decor, everything is just right. Brands include : John Rich & Bros, Engineered Garments, BillyKirk & Russell Mocs among others…

Hollander & Lexer
358 Atlantic Ave.
Brooklyn, NY
718-797-9190

“Stored in antique display cases and furniture are shirts that look better a little wrinkled, leather shoes that look better a bit scuffed and jeans that look better a bit dirty.”

Shots taken in Soho & Bklyn