Guides
Heritage, style & the places behind them.
AVANT's guides explore the brands, clothes, places, objects and traditions that have shaped the way we dress and live. From heritage labels and timeless wardrobe staples to historic hotels, road trips, architecture and design, these are in-depth
references for discovering the stories behind
the things worth knowing.
From heritage workwear to classic tailoring, explore the brands, garments and materials that have defined American and European style and continue to influence the way we dress today.
Heritage Style
The ultimate guide of RRL
For menswear enthusiasts, RRL sits at the intersection of Americana, western wear, vintage workwear and luxury craftsmanship which is exactly why it has become a cornerstone in the AVANT universe.
Mastering Americana Style
This guide is AVANT’s overview of Americana menswear: where it comes from, the key pieces, how to build a wardrobe and which brands to explore – from Levi’s and Wrangler to RRL, Stetson and Japanese Americana labels.
Everything you need to know to start collecting workwear clothing
This guide is for the serious side. Whether you are just starting to build a collection or looking to deepen your knowledge, here is everything you need to understand American workwear: where it came from, what makes a piece worth collecting, and how to develop the eye that separates an amateur from an archivist.
Discover the places, hotels, homes, objects and traditions that give modern life a sense of history. From historic American hotels and road trips to antiques, architecture and design, these guides explore the places and rituals worth seeking out.
Modern Heritage Living
Berkshires & Hudson Valley:
The Ultimate Americana Road Trip
AVANT's first chapter in the Heritage Travel Series — nine days across western Massachusetts and New York, opening at the Brimfield Antique Show and closing at Mohonk Mountain House. Mill towns given a second life, a discreet Hudson Valley estate with a civil-rights history, a Catskills motel bought back by its own guests, and the antique fields and detours that connect them.
Brimfield Antique Show
The Brimfield Antique Show is one of America’s great destinations for antique lovers, collectors, and design enthusiasts. Three times a year, the small Massachusetts town comes alive with dozens of independent fields stretching along Route 20, filled with antique furniture, folk art, vintage textiles, Americana, architectural salvage, and unexpected treasures. More than a flea market, Brimfield is a celebration of American objects, craftsmanship, and the stories they carry.