Stumbled Upon || Land’s End Canvas
Well I’m sure you’ve browsed J.Crew before. And I’m also sure you’ve reveled at the styling, the products, the photography. All of it is painfully well done, to the point where your wallet feels painfully thin. Land’s End, started in 1963 in a Chicago basement, has a new line creatively called Land’s End Canvas. They’re calling it a “new chapter in a storied brand” and I have to say, this is extremely good news. I’m going to repeat that, this is extremely good news. This is the model that companies must follow to take the lead today.
Clothing that’s “rooted in functionality” is what I’m about. Land’s End has produced cheap, good quality clothing for decades, but has always had troubles shedding their JcPenney facade. This is an incredible step forward into the relevant without steering away from the quality and functionality. We’re talking desert boots, canvas peacoats, shawl collared sweaters, and heritage oxfords, all under (or well under) $100. I’ll let them sum it up for you.
The Lands’ End Canvas collection features timeless casual apparel, swimwear, outerwear, shoes and accessories for both women and men that are relevant to a modern lifestyle. Lands’ End designers took great pride in redefining the brand’s heritage pieces with new fits and fabrications while also introducing new items that are certain to become go-to favorites. Found throughout the line are premium fabrications with soft, great washes in styles that make getting dressed in the morning effortless.
Inspiration || Burberry’s Art of Trench
Theres nothing that oozes class more than a well-sported trench coat. Of course, there’s nothing more to a trench coat then Burberry. Burberry teamed up with (author, blogger, photographer, and icon) Scott Schumann who I blogged about a good while back. The man has been making his rounds lately and now comes an epic collaboration that sets the tone for a fresh branch of marketing and solidifying your brand. It’s not like Burberry needed it, but they definitely shot themselves into the blogosphere with this one. Excellent photographs from around the world taken by the Sartorialist, comments, “likes”, user-submissions, it’s good fun. Check it out here.
(image via thesartorialist.blogspot.com)
My Dream Day || Manchester
I might not have ever filed one post under 4 different categorizes. This certainly qualifies.
Last Tuesday, I had the blessing to go to Manchester for the day on a leisurely mid-week trip. The train from Edinburgh to Manchester was an extremely pleasant one. I saw some of the most beautiful countryside I’ve ever laid eyes on. Can you imagine being blasted by scenes of rolling grass hills, sheep, cows, Scottish men playing golf, and then more sheep, and a few more cows? It’s therapeutic, even when there’s nothing to soothe. I roamed around Manchester a bit and thoroughly enjoyed the vibe the great city gave me. I visited one of my favorite shops in the world and got acquainted with the central area, but that wasn’t why I went.
The trip was focused on one thing, and that was to see Manchester United play. It’s always been a dream of mine, one of those things you put on your “things to do before you die” list. There’s a lot of history to why I appreciate Manchester United, and some of it gets pretty personal. I’ll tell you, walking into Old Trafford that rainy evening gave me the chills that I previously only thought a young child could experience. I sat there in 40 degree weather, probably the happiest I’ve been in a while. Here’s some photographs of the trip I took with my weapon of choice (an iPhone) that I would love to share.
Midnight Delirium
Something about early sunsets in Edinburgh makes the midnights seem even darker. It doesn’t help when you have to stay up late to finish some work. Here’s me trying to capture that, while listening to a very delirium-inducing, emotion-twisting Bon Iver song.
eBay Treasures || Vintage Outdoor Clothing Store
I literally stumbled upon this guy who has more than 200+ vintage pieces including at least 40+ vintage parkas from the 80’s in 60/40 or whatever you want. Seeing as he has about 20 pictures per item, I’m gonna say he’s quite the catch. Check it out:
Stumbled On || Hickoree’s Hard Goods
Definitely one of the brighter finds lately. Saw this at youhavebrokentheinternet and I must say, excellent stuff (blog and website that is). Hickoree’s Hard Goods finds some prime vintage pieces, excellent tool bags, as well as brands like Folk, Hill-Side, Portland General Store, Field Notes, etc. But decent prices, prime selection, and wonderful websites equates to a website I’ll be checking up ever so often.
Fascination || General Research: Mountain Research
This is definitely one of my favorite “labels” out there, if you can even call it that. General Research has various lines including Mountain Research, Hunting Jacket Research, Naval Research. The name essentially describes the company. Researching everything Mountain, or Hunting, or Naval that is gear related and reproducing it in their own creative way. The company toys with the line between 100% functional mountaineering gear and 100% bad ass styling, which equates to my full and undivided attention. I looked around youtube and actually found their channel which included some really interesting insights into what they actually do. Here’s a few for your enjoyment.
