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DEFINITIVE TOUCH

A Record of Menswear. 2009–2014.

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Common Projects Suede Desert Trainer
Footwear

Common Projects Suede Desert Trainer

Common Projects gives us a great warm weather shoe in this suede Desert Trainer. Can’t decide between desert boots and kicks? Get…

May 3, 2010

Gareth James's New Website
News

Gareth James's New Website

One of our favorite photographers, Gareth James, has launched a new website and blog, showcasing his work. The last time we showcased…

Navy Suede Bluchers by Quoddy
Footwear

Navy Suede Bluchers by Quoddy

Finding a great pair of casual shoes can be impossible, but Quoddy is up for the task, giving us these bluchers in…

Comme des Garcons BLACK at Number 3
News

Comme des Garcons BLACK at Number 3

Comme des Garcons will open a pop-up shop at Number 3, hosting the brand’s BLACK diffusion label. With more conventional pieces, and…

Gant Rugger Spring / Summer 2010 Collection
Collections

Gant Rugger Spring / Summer 2010 Collection

Gant is best known for its trans-Atlantic style – a combination of American style and French attitude – and this spring /…

'Flight From The Abbey' in VICE
Editorial

'Flight From The Abbey' in VICE

VICE, known for its subversive content, has given us this new editorial, entitled ‘Flight from the Abbey’. Styled by Daniel Ortiz, it…

What Dropped Last Week
News

What Dropped Last Week

1. Oxford shoes by Chausser available at Blackbird. 2. Shirt by Maiden Noir available at Haven. 3. Polo shirt by Lyle &…

May 2, 2010

Loake Burford Two Boot
Footwear

Loake Burford Two Boot

Loake has released the Burford Two boot, a sort of desert boot, brogue cross-breed. It’s all good though, as it takes the…

May 1, 2010

Alden Tan Suede Longwing
Footwear

Alden Tan Suede Longwing

Continuing with its tradition of using high-quality materials in its construction, storied American shoemaker Alden has just released their Tan Suede Longwing…

Silver Tears Campers
Misc

Silver Tears Campers

Going cross country with a camper is something of an American tradition. Man, alone, in the wilderness, with nothing but a car…

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