Olive Twill Trouser

Made from a super-comfy, grainless cotton “z-twill,” these American-made pants are incredibly wearable. Cut and and sewn in LA, they have just a bit of stretch in them, offering extra movability. They’re also tapered at the calf—creating a stylish silhouette. Also available in tan or charcoal, they feature slash pockets and a zipper fly. These are an affordable wardrobe staple that will last.

Notes: Outfitting a First-Time Hiker

Understanding the value of technical clothing and embracing its style

I heard the rip before I knew what it meant exactly. I felt a sensation as well. We all know that strange, infrequent out-of-body experience: a tear taking place in our clothes, with seam tearing from seam. The incident occurred mid-hike, while I was wearing houndstooth shorts I had custom-made in Shanghai almost a decade earlier. The rip extended one inch just below the fly …

Strongbody Apparel’s Take on Athletic Gear

How a young tech-focused company is taking on big brands and being socially conscious at the same time

Sponsored by Strongbody

Activewear is an industry monopolized by a handful of internationally renowned brands, so it’s no small feat for a start-up to enter the space successfully. Clever and courageous entrepreneurs Quincy Samycia and Meghan Conyers are making a splash thanks to innovative thinking, tech-forward fabrics and a socially responsible business model. Their Strongbody Apparel piqued our interest so we spoke with the Vancouver-based founders about their …