Fade of the Day – Somét 003 (6.5 Years, Unknown Washes, 7 Soaks)
Six years old, my how they grow up so fast. This pair of Somét 003’s comes to us from Roger L. and it’s a multi-year project, to say the least. For the first year, he only wore them for “clean”...
View ArticleVans x C2H4 x Pros by CH Customized Indigo Dyed Hand-Stitched Patchwork Sneakers
Indigo dyed sneakers are not a new thing. Dye a pair of canvas sneakers in that magical blue liquid and it’s immediately more interesting. It’s been done. But how do you take it to the next level? Vans...
View ArticleAsics Gel-Lyte Japanese Denim Pack Hits Peak Denim
Have we reached peak denim yet? No, definitely not. But with Asics upcoming Japanese Denim gel-lyte release, it makes me wonder. Don’t get me wrong, I love a well-done indigo dipped shoe. My dreams...
View ArticleRed Wing Heritage 8137 6″ Classic Moc in Black Chrome
Attention punks, goths, bikers, and New Yorkers: Red Wing Heritage has just released their beloved Classic Moc Boots in a completely saturated black. From the leather to the laces and all the way down...
View ArticleFade of the Day – Voyej Natural Pine Wood Wallet (5 Months)
Switching into patina gear for today’s FotD, we look to the Voyej Leather Goods Pine Wood Wallet submitted by Joseph Andrew who calls Jakarta, Indonesia home. After five months, the original cream...
View ArticleThe Afterlife of Cheap Clothing – Beneath the Surface
Dear reader, this is the second of a two-part piece about the hidden costs of cheap jeans. If you haven’t had a chance to read the first one, may I suggest you read it first? For those of you who have,...
View ArticleViberg Service Boot in Italian Beige Kangaroo Leather
Expanding their repertoire of exotic leathers, Canadian boot company Viberg has added a little down-under flavor with their new Italian Kangaroo Leather Service Boots. We’re assuming Italy is home to...
View ArticleSugar Cane “Blue Moonshine” Hank Dyed Natural Indigo Workshirt
We’re all about freshened up classics ’round here, and Sugar Cane‘s hank-dyed work shirt hits every mark. The fibers used to make the 3.5oz. 100% cotton selvedge fabric are carefully hank-dyed to...
View ArticleFade of the Day – A.P.C. Petit New Standard (7 Years, 2 Months, 3 Soaks)
Admittedly, we see a lot of A.P.C.‘s in our inbox. While that probably comes as no surprise, what we don’t often see are pairs as crazy and repaired as this pair of Petit New Standards worn for a...
View ArticleFade Friday – The Strike Gold 5109 (2 Years, 3 Soaks)
Take one look at Steve Lafleur’s two-year-old streaky, slubby The Strike Gold 5109 jeans and it’s easy to understand why they’re worthy of this week’s Fade Friday spotlight. A lot of the wear and tear...
View ArticlePorter x 5525 Gallery x United Arrows Suede Bag Collection
Stylish motifs meet modern accessories with the latest collaboration between Porter and 5525 Gallery featuring a suede-tastic lineup of functional necessities for those on the go. The collection is...
View ArticleRed Wing Heritage Gives a New Sole to the Iron Ranger
From U.S. boot freaks to working class old men, almost everyone knows that the Red Wing Heritage name in synonymous for timeless quality. Recently the brand has revisited their ever-popular Iron Ranger...
View ArticleThe Sale Finder Shortlist: August 19
“I had to come all the way from the highway and byways of Tallahassee, Florida to MotorCity, Detroit to find my true denim.” There’s no need to search high and low for your next pair, hop on over to...
View ArticleThe Weekly Rundown: Patagonia’s Balancing Act
There’s a ton of great stuff out there. And, while we would love to cover it all, we thought it best to just give it to you straight. The Weekly Rundown is here with the latest happenings from around...
View ArticleBattenwear Promenade Parka in 24oz. Melton Wool
While the prospect of gearing up for winter may be the last thing on your mind in the middle of August, brands like Battenwear are here to remind you that winter will be coming around soon enough. They...
View ArticleFade of the Day – Sage Highlander Special Roll 21 Oz. (1 Year, 1 Wash, 1 Soak)
Heddels reader Faisal Ridha Yathesta from Indonesia knows a thing or two about putting his jeans to work. He has worn his Sage Highlander Special Roll 21oz. denim almost every day over the last year in...
View ArticleTricker’s Longwing Boot in Espresso Scotch Grain and Calfskin
When it comes to men’s boots, there is a fine line between work and dress, and Tricker’s is walking that line in a serious way with their latest Longwing Boot. Constructed with the highest grade...
View ArticleWinter Session Waxes Poetic With Their Fall 2016 Collection
Fall is right around the corner and the folks over at Winter Session are here to help you gear up with their latest line of autumn-inspired bags. Their Fall 2016 Collection is out to capture the vibe...
View ArticleAlden ‘Corbett’ Natural Chromexcel Longwing 97872
Despite sharing its name with a recently ousted governor of Pennsylvania, the Alden Corbett is a crepe-soled longwing blucher made in Massachusetts and one of the brand’s most enduring styles. The...
View ArticleFade of the Day – Pronto Denim x The Flat Head PROXFH05 (1 Year, 10 Months, 4...
We’ve said it time and time again, but we are constantly reminded with submissions such as today’s that something magical happens when wearing raw denim in Thailand. In the case of Atip Aroonsirirat,...
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