ON & BEYOND

I’ve been seeing a lot of Herringbone weave patterns in the last couple of seasons. It’s one of those things, that make a garment noteworthy, kind of like…”premium” leather on Nike’s or Elk leather on youknowwhat‘s.

This here, is a workshirt from Engineered Garments’ Spring2010 Collection. I’ve been eager to get on my spring/summer rotation, so a white button-down and high-water chinos have been on the immediate list. Now you’re saying, “a white shirt for the summer…a linen shirt?”. I don’t like linen because it reminds me of a corny Caribbean resort…and Jay-Z’s Hustlin’ Remix (love that track). So this 100% cotton workshirt is a good lightweight solution!

I’ve been eying this field watch since it came out last fall, I was quite surprised they would still have it over at J.Crew. I’m no watch connaisseur and trust me there are some crazy fanatics in that area, so I won’t even start by telling you how “amazing” this watch is. I just like that it’s simple but heavy (I think that’s a good thing for a watch, right?).

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

We play at any time, in any weather; fuck snow, fuck mud, let’s play some bloody fucking football.

The Ringleaders FC | No Pity

Shot from the sidelines

I went by to look for homie Shimon, he wasn’t there so I ended up chopping it up with Andrew, great people and a great shop. Got myself some Tanner Good-ness

www.selfedge.com
157 Orchard Street
New York, NY

Super lightweight worn-in chinos by Woolrich, with a small coin pocket, a few rolls in the bottom, a pair of new b’s and I’m ready to go. Definitely my best pick up in geared with the imminent arrival of spring..

“The collection revolves around garments that in their simplicity, have the entire American outerwear history in their structural details. It is from the Woolrich Mills that this product takes form from the same looms that produce the most authentic American outerwear fabrics.”