We love fitteds and we love beanies, so a hybrid of the two is an easy win—just like playing the Raiders. Today’s Buy It Now, the GI Knit Hat from Nom de Guerre, is a military-inspired, wool/nylon hat that has the brim of a cap and the warmth of a skullie. From the NYC-based line’s “Third Generation” Fall/Winter collection, it’s available after the jump…
STORE: Context Clothing
CITY: Madison, WI
SINCE: 2005
FOUNDED BY: Sam Parker and Ryan Huber
PRICES: $$$ (out of 5)
WHY WE COSIGN: What DQM and UNFTD are to sneaker stores, Context Clothing is to denim shops. Not satisfied with just selling denim, these guys opted to head down the “boutique” path and make the in-store experience just as cool as the product. Much like sneakerheads, denim connoisseurs are often interested in the story behind the final product as much as the item itself. From the quality of the denim to the cut, Context knows everything there is to know and are more than happy to share the wealth (unlike their sometimes overly pretentious cousins in the sneaker industry).
Stocking brands like Atelier LaDurance, A.P.C., Dunderdon, Engineered Garments, Nom de Guerre, Nudie Jeans and Woolrich Woolen Mills, these guys have an eye for quality and that’s for damn sure. So get your denim game as proper as your sneaker collection and make sure to stop buy…if you’re ever in Wisconsin. You would be a fool not to, what else is in Wisconsin?
BRANDS CARRIED: Atelier LaDurance, Nom De Guerre, Nudie, A.P.C., Kicking Mule Workshop, Woolrich Woolen Mills, Wings + Horns, Somet, Shades of Greige, Quoddy, Momotaro, Krane, Kenton Sorenson Leather, Jean Shop, Band of Outsiders, Dunderdon, Canada Goose and Engineered Garments.
For pics of the store, an interview with the owner and contact info, see below…
Look, we like graphic T’s, Dunks and raw denim as much as the next dude, but there are times when we have to switch it up and button it down. Especially during the summer, when trips to the Hamptons have us exchanging our beer for something clear with a lime in it. But we know what you’re thinking: all that sophisticated, “grown man” shit is out of my price range, right? Nah, man. While you can drop a stack or two trying to get your look right, you can also achieve it cheaply by shopping at the right places. And, like always, Complex knows exactly what those places are. Keep reading to see how you can mature your summer look whether you’re ballin’ or just tying to fake it ’til you make it.
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Don’t get caught looking stale like last week’s jump-off in a mediocre shirt. It’s all about the details my dudes, and Nom de Guerre gets it right with this tailored button-up. The military-inspired pockets and short sleeve design will have you lookin’ flyer than the rest of ‘em. Check out detailed pics and Buy It Now info after the jump…
Capsule Paris is a new international menswear tradeshow started by the BPMW agency. In its second season in Paris, (Capsule) came with an exciting roster of brands. Many exclusive, hard to find Swedish and UK brands were present as well as some Complex classics including Common Projects, Wings + Horns and WoodWood. Not to mention it was held in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, while the Paris Men’s collections were showing all around the city.
If you weren’t lucky enough to be there, s’all good'we got you covered. Read on to see our 6 favorite collections from the show…
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