Upstate creators Kalen and Astrid design one-of-a-kind garments and home fabrics using their own take on shibori and dip-dyeing methods. Upstate’s elegant Tilden Top, made of 100% silk, is made more playful and causal with bold shibori patterning. Available in an array of refined color pairings, each hand-picked and hand-dyed, the shirt is a totally unique piece for any wardrobe.
Spring 2013 saw the introduction of Giro‘s cycling lifestyle collection New Road. While the initial launch was semi-soft, Fall 2013 made waves when launched a month or so ago and, from what’s been seen of Spring 2014, attention isn’t fading. The innovative collections blend technical design with man-made textiles for a range of clothing designed to be worn on the bike, but stylish enough to …
The confidence a well-fitted suit can provide in any business or social setting is arguably worth every penny invested in this wardrobe staple. Indochino‘s modestly priced custom suits have been a terrific option for men over the years, and recently the Vancouver-based brand brought their online approach to the streets of Chicago to help men find an affordable option in person. Dubbed, the Traveling Tailor, …