The Rush to the Great Outdoors
This is the story of what drew Americans to the national parks, what they hoped to find there, and what they carried along.
Ivy League and the Grammar of Inherited Style
From a Yale storefront to a Harvard boathouse: how Brooks Brothers, J. Press, Alden and Barbour built the grammar of Ivy League fashion, and why prep style for men is inherited, not invented.
Why Americana Is Menswear's Most Romantic Movement
The great misunderstanding of Americana is that it has always been discussed as a language of utility. In reality, it may be one of menswear's most enduring forms of romanticism.
Brimfield: Why Vintage Collectors Still Travel Across the World
Once known for legendary finds and hidden treasures, Brimfield has evolved into something far more valuable.
How Jeans Become a Personal Archive
Discover how jeans became America's most honest garment: a personal archive written in indigo, friction, and time.
Workwear and the persistence of labor
Originally designed for durability and function, workwear clothing has evolved into a symbol of authenticity, craftsmanship, and heritage style.
Ralph Lauren: The Power of Family
Ralph Lauren built more than a fashion brand: he created a family-driven world. As birth rates decline and identity shifts, his vision of inherited style feels more relevant than ever.
Tinted lenses and the rise of filtered reality
From aviation to aesthetics, tinted lenses reveal a shift in menswear, where style becomes a tool to filter, shape, and experience reality.
Ivy Style: The exhibition that defined the history of Ivy League menswear
Discover the Ivy Style exhibition at FIT, a landmark show exploring the Ivy League look and its lasting influence on American menswear and global fashion culture.
Stifel, the Indigo Gold Rush
Stifel’s iconic indigo fabric—often called Wabash—became one of the most sought-after textiles in vintage workwear.
Cory Piehowicz: Hunting 1891 Levi’s and the Passion Behind Vintage Workwear
Vintage workwear collector Cory Piehowicz shares how he hunts rare Levi’s, explores old mining sites, and builds one of the most fascinating workwear collections today.
Seven things you should know about the Moleskin jacket
People often get introduced to the French workwear world thanks to this item: the famous “veste en moleskine” (moleskin jacket). But what do you really know about it ?
The Age of the Irreproducible
In an era defined by algorithmic taste and infinite digital imagery, heritage menswear is entering a new phase.
The Boys Who Watched the Sea
During the First World War, Britain relied on watchful eyes along its shores. Among those observers were Sea Scouts, standing in heavy wool jumpers inspired by the Royal Navy.
Black Cowboys: A Forgotten History
Once erased from history, Black cowboys made up a significant part of the American West. Culture and fashion are finally restoring their legacy.
Take Ivy: the accidental manifesto that preserved Ivy Style
In 1965, as Ivy Style was slowly fading from U.S. campuses, a Japanese photographer called Teruyoshi Hayashida documented it with precision, patience, and respect.
American Football Clothing as Folk Heritage
A short visual history, from the early 1900s to the mid-century, of what American Football players actually wore.
Solid Rivets and Burrs for Beginners
Rivets may be the key to your newfound creativity. Solid rivets and burrs are the traditional choice and, unlike many modern rivets, are solid metal all the way through.
French Workwear words you need to know
Mastering the ABCs of French workwear is an essential first step in becoming an expert.