Second Chance

Publish gives cutting-floor scraps a new life in a collection of men's basics

With a brand motto of “Today for Tomorrow,” LA’s Publish focuses on providing garments that are sustainable in terms of both design longevity and environmentally supportive production practices. To support this goal, Publish is launching the first collection as part of their Second Chance program, a resourceful initiative to turn manufacturing plant fabric scraps gathered from multiple Chinese factories—including their own—into limited-run men’s basics. The …

The Odin at Target Collection

First look at the NYC boutique's big-box collaboration

Honing in its successful collaboration series on independent boutiques, Target announced a partnership with NYC-based menswear pioneer Odin back in May, and last night we got a first look at the upcoming line for The Shops at Target initiative. As one of two New York stores to be included in the program (along with Kirna Zabete for women), Odin teamed up with innovative mega-retailer Target …

Gentlemonster

Classic vintage shades get a refreshing modern twist

Vintage-inspired eyewear isn’t a new concept by any stretch of the imagination, but Gentlemonster reworks the classics with an emphasis on innovation. Buddy Holly specs and brow line glasses take on a modern edge with sleek angles whereas changeable faceplates give Wayfarers a much-needed update. Frames from the ’50s to ’70s serve as points of reference, but strictly in a design sense. “We actually don’t …