ON & BEYOND

Some friends of mine started a garage league. There are two teams in the league: Blue Ribbons & the Babouins. Going to watch them play is a good way to end a week, there is always quasi-serious drama on the pitch.

The Samurai brand needs no formal introduction. The jeansmaker from Osaka is one of the most respected and adored artisans in the world of Japanese denim. I was lucky to get my hands on a pair of their flagship model, the 5000VX, which is Samurai’s take on a modern straight leg jean. The details on these jeans are outstanding: everything, from the rivets to the chainstitch, is impeccable, and the 17 ounce-per-square-yard Zero denim’s rough texture and unique character is guaranteed to age beautifully. I’m looking forward to living in these jeans for the next few years!

J.CREW‘s line up of Summer shirting options make it pointless to even look elsewhere. Whether needing to dressing up or dressing down, they will have what you are looking for. This mini-gingham shirt worn by my buddy is so perfectly paired with a dark chino trouser, that I felt obliged to take a photo. I like how neatly he pinrolled the bottom of his pant, showing a hint of his gray dress socks.