Danner Factory Tour

Behind the scenes at one of the world’s leading boot manufacturers

Like many heritage brands, the Portland, Oregon-based boot manufacturer Danner Boots has enjoyed a recent surge in popularity. Danner was founded in 1932 as a manufacturer of top-of-the-line work and logging boots, but when Japanese footwear retailer ABC Mart acquired Danner’s parent company LaCrosse Footwear in 2012, the purchase opened up new avenues of exploration. In addition to their partnerships with J. Crew and local …

Clarks Horween Chromexcel

The classic desert boot gets an upgrade with leather from Chicago's famed tannery

A quintessential piece of every man’s wardrobe—or, perhaps should be—Clarks desert boots’ history is as storied as the design is simple. While the classic suede offers the most timeless option, the recent introduction of Horween leather makes a strong case for a more durable boot. For the best results in both style and performance, Clarks tapped the famous Chicago tannery’s Chromexcel leather supply. The glossy …

Roots

From summer camp to the Olympics, a look at the Canadian clothing company's spirited 40-year history

What do David Bowie and a sporty varsity jacket have in common? Roots. In 1987 America’s Libraries tapped the music icon and reputed reader to pose for a literacy campaign, and Bowie was shown reading in a signature Roots jacket. But a look through the archives at their Toronto headquarters reveals it’s not just the rock legend who’s become a fan over the years; co-founders …