Levi’s Made & Crafted

An Amsterdam offshoot puts a modern twist on a denim legend

Borrowing their logo from a sample piece of denim a salesman could leave with a customer in the early 1900s, Levi’s Made & Crafted is “a journey to define what modernity is within Levi’s,” explains M&C’s Samuel de Goede. At its core is history over heritage with garments that look to the future while retaining elements of the past—qualities that come through mostly through hidden …

Nine Pairs of Long Underwear for Men

A buying guide to men's base layer bottoms

The Union Suit More traditional types might try The Vermont Country Store’s 100% cotton, red union suit ($35) that might add a little bulk, but looks good layered under a button-down for any mountain man or urbanite. Putting their brand spin on the classic wintertime base layer (or pajamas, for many), Burton calls their Midweight Union Suit a “classic Dutch oven” that will keep you …

CH Edition: 3sixteen

Ties made exclusively for us in one of the last factories in Manhattan's Garment District

While it’s becoming increasingly easy to tune out when clothing brands talk about heritage and craft, there are still some that warrant attention. At seven years strong, NYC- and LA-based label 3sixteen continues to set itself apart with a genuine dedication to producing high-quality threads that don’t capitalize on the latest trends, but will instead remain relevant throughout time. Founded by Andrew Chen in 2003 …