The Paratrooper Pant [Archived]
BRIEF HISTORY he Paratrooper, or “cargo” pant, was a functional piece worn particularly by the British Military in the early 1900s. Originally, the pant featured one single-flap pocket on the front side of the left leg. The need for cargo was necessary, though the poor design of the pant made them just about useless to ...
DIY: Fabric Dye [Archived]
ore often than not, our new pieces lie not in the department stores, but in our own closets. Looking through what we already own, one can discover items that can easily be rejuvenated through the use of fabric dye. A simple trip to our local craft store revealed various colors to choose from – some ...
Twelve Frames [Archived]
yewear could be deemed one of the most understated accessories in both culture and style. Transcending function into the realm of expression, frames have made a statement for some of history’s most memorable and stylish icons. Magnification lenses though purely functional during the time of origin in Italy around 1286, as well as later development ...
The Safari Jacket [Archived]
With Spring fully underway, it’s interesting to look towards smartly adding a layer instead of further shedding due to warmer weather. Especially in Southern California, Spring is usually equal to an early Summer. But for those occasional weeks where the temperature brings a brief reminder of Fall, rather than spring for your wool coats, or ...
