The Quoddy Blucher Mocs are an all season staple around this neck of the woods. Clean, simple, and tough. They cover enough of the foot to easily wear with socks in the Fall, but are light enough to wear sockless in the summer. Crafted beautifully in Horween Chromexcel leather this is a versatile model that should be at the forefront of any collection.
A friend of ours, Mr. Jacob Hinmon, is a family man, stylish gent, and all around good guy. Jacob is also a very talented video producer, running his company Four + One Productions by day. While in town one day, the idea came to him to shoot a short video about the store and I, giving people who may be interested a bit more introspective look at what it is that makes me tick. He came by the other week with good friend and excellent photographer Kelly James to shoot video and ask questions about the store and my life in general. I think the end result is a beautifully made video, that I am proud to say I could be a part of and happy to give Jacob and Kelly all of the credit for. Great job guys!
You're being taken to a 4th of July wedding at the beach this weekend. Yeah, it's another wedding, but at least you're getting out of the city and you might as well enjoy yourself. When it comes to packing, the trip is only for a couple of days and you don't want to bring much. It's also going to be hot and you don't want to be uncomfortable. Understandable.
All of the items you see are essentially rather casual and could be paired perfectly on their own, but thrown together create a nice effect for a Summer wedding at the beach. The cottons and linens are breathable and have a textured, slightly rumpled feel, while still maintaining some structure. And you can't pair red, white and blue better than for the 4th. I personally wouldn't show that much square, but it works for the photos so you can see the color. Pair with chinos and canoe mocs and I would say you could go pretty much with the clothes on your back.
The BillyKirk tote is perfect for these weekend beach trips. Fitted with a nylon lining, it makes it easy to rinse out all of the sand. They're also sized with plenty of room for towels, books, water, and the little things you'll need for lounging in the sun this weekend. A safe and happy 4th to you all.
Our Legacy Cotton/Linen English Cloth Blazer – $415
Our Legacy Linen Iceland Check Shirt – $230
The Hill-side OD Green Chino Twill Necktie – $72
The Hill-side Red Chambray Pocket Square – $39
BillyKirk Navy Wax Cotton Sport Tote – $155
Last Fall when we rolled out the "Little Tanks" as they were dubbed, I gave the story of their military inspiration and the idea behind their function. After months of use they have lived up to their billing, in my opinion, as being a knock around boot that can withstand the constantly wet Winter and Spring that Portland offers up each year. Most recently, the weather has put them through their paces and they have handled beautifully as I walk my dog in the morning through the downpour of precipitation that ended up flooding the creek by our house. The only thing that's left dry when this happens is my feet.
After these times, I let the boots rest for the next day, brush them and dub them with a bit of leather dressing every couple of soaks or as needed and they are no worse for wear. Alden's plantation crepe sole is extremely comfortable and hard wearing, not to mention waterproof and the Horween oiled reverse chamois leather just doesn't seem to age, even after being soaked many times and becomes more comfortable with each wearing.
Alden for Winn Perry No. 45193 H ("Little Tanks")
Features: Built to Alden New England standards, Horween oiled tobacco
reverse chamois leather, agatine eyes and hooks, flat wax cotton laces, 360 regular
welt w/ light antique finish, plantation crepe sole w/ leather tip, full leather linings,
natural cork insole, triple ridged steel shank, unique diamond cut backstay
Last: Barrie (runs 1/2 size larger than standard US sizing)
Sizes: 8.5D, 9D, 9.5D, 10D, 10.5D
Price: $425
Our late April re-stock of the Alden 97786 Double Waterloc Longwing in walnut brown calf has come and gone, as 95% of the stock was pre-sold. Thank you as always to those who purchased a pair.
If you are interested in this model the next shipments are scheduled for delivery in late August and one hopefully for delivery near the end of the year. Please contact us to see when your size will be available next.
Alden 97786 Double Waterloc Longwing in Walnut Brown Calf
Features: Walnut brown calfskin leather upper, heavily oiled water
resistant double leather sole, Goodyear welt construction, decorative
360 reverse welt, light antique welt finish, full leather linings,
blind metal eyelets, triple ridged steel shank, natural cork insole
Last: Barrie
*SOLD OUT
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