“Gitman Brothers is one of the last remaining ready-to-wear shirt makers in the USA.  Originally called the Ashland Shirt & Pajama factory (circa 1930s), the factory was purchased by the Gitman Brothers in 1978… What sets it apart is not just the authentic styling and use of the original 1978 label, but also the actual line sheets from the early ’80s that inspired the fabrications or are actually re-fabricated themselves.  In fact a number of models for Spring/Summer 2009 are exactly what we sold 27 years ago (with only some slight modifications to fit).” 

More views from the Gitman Brothers Vintage Collection for Spring/Summer 2009 after the jump.

To celebrate 2 years of successful blogging, It’s Nice That is moving into the print world. With a bi-annual publication the excellent site will promote more in depth features of the same great stuff they regularly churn up. Full color and at a nice length of 128 pages. Pre-orders for issue 1 are now being taken. (via Curated).

Canvas shoes have been a growing trend lately but these Lad Musician boots are the first time we’ve seen canvas boots. Like all Lad Musician clothing, it’s clearly music influenced and all the better for it. They’re available in white (or ‘ivory’), black, red, navy and grey. The ivory versions are so blindingly white you can barely make them out in the picture, although that’s probably just the photography. Get them from Lad Musicians store or at an Opening Ceremony/Colette near you.

The UK iteration of GQ recently underwent a redesign and they’ve included a number of editorials to their fashion section, including a feature on American sportswear and cobalt blue. By far their best though is this weekend bag feature, showing six of the best holdalls from people like Norton & Sons, Mulberry and Bric’s. Take a look at the full article here.

With the renewed interest in classic shoe styles, companies like UK’s Loake are having a renaissance. Loake are the latest to open an online store, selling their full range of well made shoes at relatively low prices. These boat shoes are hand made in Northampton and are made from suede and leather. They’re also competitively priced, costing just £70. Get them from Loake.

We may be late the woodgrain eyeglass frame world (I’m still rocking Paul Frank), but we cannot pass up covering the Urban Spectacles collection of eyeglass frames. “Using the most eccentric and durable hardwoods as material, each pair of eyeglasses is fully customized to meet the specific desires of the individual.” The model above is made from Desert Ironwood and has been applied with a clear coat which protects the natural wood from UV rays and is “skin safe.” 

More frames from the Urban Spectacles collection after the jump.

New looks have arrived from Canada’s Creep line. As we mentioned with our Spring/Summer looks, the line made its way to Canada via Japan and looks to pull from the American workwear heritage. Looks for Autumn/Winter take this North American influence and re-fresh it for the modern man. Check the khakis with check print on the front – not to be confused with chaps.

Select views from the Creep Autumn/Winter 2009 men’s collection after the jump.

After our report on some one piece caps from Wrath Arcane shown at (capsule) show, we we turned on these one piece works from Christine Bec made exclusively for Oki-ni. “Based in London’s Notting Hill Gate, Christine Bec is a company specialising in the design, development and production of accessories and in particular millinery.” They’re made from solid felt and are fitted.

More views of the Christine Bec Caps for Oki-ni after the jump.

Raf Simons brings it on Gladiator style with one hell of a collection of sandals for Dr. Martens. You can only expect such design from Raf Simons. Let’s start with the 9 eyelet “Lace Sandal” which is imagined in black and white patent leather. The stitching is finished in Dr. Martens’ red thread for battle wear. The “Buckle” sandal is more toned down with patent and soft leather finish without the dissection of the lace-up. They may not be your choice sandal, but we can guarantee that someone is paying attention to the conceptual design and wearability of these looks. 

More detailed views of the Raf Simons for Dr. Martens Sandals for Spring 2009 after the jump.

“Made in the USA from the highest grade fabrics, this cotton linen Harrington from Patrik Ervell with contrasting pinstripe detailing is the piece de resistance for summer … grab a boat, some oars and a bottle of sancerre and go find a boating lake and pretend you are part of Hockneys gang…” He said it. Available now from Oi Polloi.

More views of the Patrick Ervell Harrington Jacket after the jump.