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rag & bone‘s fall collection is pretty serious, folks and their Wellington Trench reaffirms this for us. The double breasted wool trench comes in a heather green finish and packs an over-sized collar which is great protection for the current weather. Alongside the quality and craftsmanship, rag & bone’s fit is always impeccable. This is a must-have for the winter and don’t be surprised if you see this piece land in our annual holiday gift guide (coming soon).
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December 9, 2010
fall 2010, fw 2010, men's fashion, outerwear, rag-bone, the want, trench coat
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Made from 100% Virgin wool, Folk‘s hand knit Moss Stitch cardigan is one well-crafted item. The elbow patches are made from cow suede for durability and to add texture. The two-tone charcoal finish really stands out and that coupled with the use of some high quality fabrics drives this piece home. As for the fit, it looks generous in all the right places, allowing you to layer up if needed without looking uncomfortable.
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December 9, 2010
cardigan, fall 2010, folk, fw 2010, knitwear, men's fashion, outerwear
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Who better to craft a down-filled pea coat than Junya Watanabe? This impressive outerwear piece features a black quilted water resistant puff exterior with down filling. The details are immense, with wool plaid flannel under the collar, a double breasted button front closure and black corduroy detailing on front pockets. The time dedicated to making each of one of these in Japan must have been extensive, because crafting something this special requires lots of it.
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December 7, 2010
down filled, fall 2010, fw 2010, junya watanabe, junya watanabe man, men's fashion, outerwear, pea coat, the want
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Nom de Guerre‘s waxed cotton parka is a must have outerwear piece for the current season. It’s getting cold and the winds are picking up so why not pick up somehting that’s made of a durable fabric like waxed cotton. It’s water and wind resistant and the jacket itself fits straight with a slightly slim cut. The field jacket’s fitted with a detachable hood and big buttoned flap pockets.
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December 6, 2010
fall 2010, fw 2010, made in japan, men's fashion, nom de guerre, outerwear, waxed cotton
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Unionmade recently teamed up with San Francisco-based Golden Bear for a new set of wool varsity jackets and this chocolate on chocolate piece just happen to catch our attention. It’s made in San Fran’s Potrero district by a company that’s been around since the 1920′s. The jackets feature some great detailing such as leather pocket details, wrist guards and cotton rib while coming in a slimmer cut to keep up with the times.
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December 3, 2010
fall 2010, fw 2010, golden bear, men's fashion, outerwear, unionmade, varsity jacket, wool
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Japanese label visvim delivers their Hudson jacket, a pretty well-crafted piece that’s got some fine details. Head designer Hiroki Nakamura works with a sheep skin motif and delivers an amazing outerwear pickup that’s as functional as it is wearable. Finding it may be difficult as it’s made in limited quantities and offered through select retailers. This item’s extra special as Hiroki Nakamura signed each piece on the inside.
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December 2, 2010
fall 2010, fw 2010, men's fashion, outerwear, the want, visvim
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Though we’re used to seeing symmetrical designs on a regular basis, switching it up once in a while is always welcomed. This “cutaway jacket” from Mountain Research is cut short in the front and features two front flap pockets, one that’s sized perfectly for your phone and another for larger items.
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November 30, 2010
blazer, fall 2010, fw 2010, made in japan, men's fashion, mountain research, outerwear
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‘Tis the season, folks so why not get in the spirit with some holiday-themed gear? All jokes aside, this vest from South2 West8 is a perfect pickup for the coming weeks. The shell comes in two varieties and is made of trimmed deerskin and lined with buck leather. The charcoal finish really works well with the two-tone design and dark brown trimmings.
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November 30, 2010
fall 2010, fw 2010, holidays, men's fashion, outerwear, south2 west8, vest
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3sixteen has just taken stock of their fall collection and from looks of it, their outerwear is looking quite promising. Atop the list is their duffle coat which comes in three finishes, our favorite being the camel shell. It’s made of a heavyweight melton wool and is fully lined as well. The quilted shoulder detailing helps it standout from the pack. Other highlight items include a melton wool overshirt and 3sixteen’s boiled wool vest in a charcoal finish.
Shop the collection here.
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November 30, 2010
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French label Bleu de Paname is still fairly young but their products and delivery are really something to admire and respect. Entitled “uniforme,” the fall season collection features reworked bombers, work shirts, and jackets that acquire modern detailing like mismatched pockets and elbow patches. This down vest is just another solid offering from the line. The navy/gray combination works well and will definitely prove to be more versatile than folks think.
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November 29, 2010
bleu de paname, down vest, fall 2010, fw 2010, men's fashion, outerwear, vest