The Military Duffel by Whipping Post

A simple, rugged leather bag with no zippers inspired by the standard GI issue

Building on the success of their previous vintage-inspired leather messenger bag, leather goods producer Whipping Post‘s latest offering is a rough-and-tumble duffel. Originally from Georgia and now NYC-based, founder Ryan Barr (who started making leather goods after he needed a new guitar strap) was inspired by his father’s bag from his service in the Vietnam War. The Military Duffel is handmade from vegetable-tanned full grain …

Word of Mouth: Vancouver

Traditional sushi, a reclaimed wood studio and more in the Herschel Supply Co. team's guide to Canada's scenic coastal city

The Great White North isn’t all pond hockey and maple syrup—Canada’s west coast province of British Columbia holds its own unique identity to the rest of the country and indeed the world. Drawing on influences from home and abroad, the country’s largest coastal city is a dramatic yet harmonious juxtaposition of natural beauty and cosmopolitan culture. Mountains line the north and west while beaches dot …

Word of Mouth Los Angeles: Arts District

The Ace Hotel, an indoor bouldering gym, new restaurants and more spaces opening up downtown

The Arts District in downtown Los Angeles, east of City Hall and Little Tokyo, has long been known as a haven for artists and creatives. The industrial buildings mix multi-use living and working spaces with bars, food, factories and all kinds of businesses. On the east side, three bridges span the LA River connecting downtown to Boyle Heights. Now as the Ace Hotel readies to …