Category: Denim
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When you start looking closely at denim, one of the first details that separates fabrics is the direction of the twill. Almost all raw denim is woven in a twill pattern, which creates diagonal lines across the surface. Those lines can run in two directions. That shift changes how the fabric feels, wears and fades over time.…
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There are many brands today that reference vintage denim. Far fewer truly understand it. TCB Jeans exists because its founders believed that the history of American workwear deserved to be studied with care rather than reinterpreted through trend or nostalgia. The brand is built on research, restraint and a deep respect for how jeans were…
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Selvedge denim has become one of the most recognisable markers of quality in modern clothing, yet the word itself often raises questions.
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Iron Heart began in 2003 with a clear goal: to create heavyweight, high-performance denim for motorcyclists. Founder Shinichi Haraki had already spent decades in the Japanese garment industry. He started in his twenties working for Edwin, where he learned every part of the production process from patternmaking to fabric development. At 46, he launched his…
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As Gavin Lau opens the door to his Collingwood, Victorian terrace, the first thing we notice is the hand made sashiko design on his t-shirt. “My Mum did this!” he tells us. The t-shirt is a Godspeed Daimaru Loopwheel T-Shirt and Gavin’s mum who still lives in Malaysia has been trying her hand at the…
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Sashiko is a unique Japanese handicraft technique that has been passed down through generations. The term “sashiko” (刺し子) literally translates to “little stabs” or “small stitches,” referring to the hand-sewing technique that involves creating a simple, running stitch. It originated during the Edo period and was originally used to reinforce and insulate clothing, particularly for…
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Workwear’s evolution is closely tied to the rise of industrial America, and few garments represent that legacy better than the chore coat. Designed for durability and daily use, the original chore coats were built for railroad workers, farmers, and tradespeople. Among the companies that helped define this category, Carhartt stands out as a true pioneer. Carhartt was…
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At the same time, it enters a much larger story about why looser denim has meant so much to so many.
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When it comes to Japanese denim, few brands balance tradition and modern tailoring as well as Japan Blue Jeans. With a focus on fabric, dyeing, and fit, they offer a range of silhouettes designed to suit a variety of personal styles. Slim Straight – Timeless and Versatile The Straight fit is exactly what it sounds like: a balanced,…
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Attractions is a Tokyo-based brand founded by Tomo Nishizaki, a long-time collector and enthusiast of American vintage clothing. Since its launch in the early 2000s, Attractions has built a reputation for producing garments and accessories rooted in the aesthetics of mid-20th-century Americana. The brand focuses on quality, historical accuracy, and domestic Japanese manufacturing. Its strong emphasis…
