Apolis Middle East Project

A new film about how making leather sandals united two people across the Israeli-Palestinian border

Released today, the new Middle East Project film from Apolis tells a story linking Los Angeles to Tel Aviv and across the border to Hebron. When third-generation shoemaker Shlomy Azolay met David Shlachter while surfing in Tel Aviv their conversation revealed something surprising in common: Apolis. Shlachter is a friend of Apolis founders Shea and Raan Parton and was in the busy Israeli city working …

Pierrepont Hicks Unisex Parkas

The Minneapolis brand's first foray into outerwear results in handsome unisex parkas lined with Faribault Woolen Mills fabric

When newlyweds Mac and Katherine McMillan started Pierrepont Hicks in 2009, their mission was to make the perfect tie. Now that they’ve achieved that goal—evidenced by the loyal following they’ve garnered—the duo has expanded their line bit by bit to include shoes and for the first time ever, outerwear. Made in Seattle, the new parkas from Pierrepont Hicks are unisex and available in two different …

The Line

Stylist Vanessa Traina's casual opulence in an inviting online format

With today’s launch of The Line, famed fashion stylist Vanessa Traina has entered the luxury retail world. As the site’s executive creative director, Traina hand-picked all of their stock, which includes clothing, beauty products, furniture and home decor. She refers to her selections as “quintessentials,” focusing on timeless items defined by simplicity. There is an ease to the presentation of season-less items, which is encouraged …