Unbreakable Sunglasses by Italia Independent

A playfully designed frame made of rubber to last forever

Ideal for those accident-prone amongst us, the I-Ultra sunglasses from Italia Independent are made entirely of rubber, save for the high-quality lenses of course. The malleable frames can be bent in essentially any direction without breaking, making them safe for stashing in your back pocket or tossing into a bag once the sun goes down. The lightweight material—which Italia Independent claims to have never been …

Studio Visit: Alder New York

The Brooklyn-based designers discuss influence, diversifying and the gaps in fashion design education

After just a few semesters into school at the Pratt Institute, designers Nina Zilka and David J. Krause took their passion out of the studio and into the marketplace. With one label already under their belt by graduation, Zilka and Krause started anew with Alder New York. With an unflinching commitment to quality and a diverse array of influences, the label has expanded from menswear …

Hit City USA’s Perfect White T-Shirt

A foray into classic apparel from the Los Angeles independent record label

There’s no staple piece of clothing quite like the plain white T-shirt. Its role in pop culture moved it from an undergarment, worn beneath dress shirts, and placed it front and center. Now, LA’s independent record label Hit City USA found the white T to be the most appropriate way to enter the world of apparel (after testing the waters with a bandana). Their California-made …