These are true structures of warmth. Iron Heart drops a double pack of 60/40 down vests on the market.  It’s the first time they have released a product of this nature after coming through with flying colors on their ultra heavy thick flannels (which I happened to pick up in here in Tokyo as well). The down vest comes in navy and khaki and includes interior phone pockets. Its sure to be built “Iron Heart” tough which means indestructible to this writer. Available from SESF/NY.

Blue and Green has taken stock of this custome terry sweat zip-up jacket. “Left Field original and plush 16oz Terry Sweat – custom knit with heavier back yarn looping and cut on the cross grain for authentic vintage detailing. Zip-Up jacket features Navy striped combo ribbing at collar, cuff, and hem, piping at armhole and pockets, and custom patch made on vintage embroidery machines. Sweatshirts are triple-needle stitch constructed with side gusset ribbing.”

More looks at the Left Field NYC Terry Sweat Zip-Up Jacket after the jump.

Back again for a second run is The Pop Up Flea. No brands have been announced but we’re assuming they’ll revolve around a gentleman’s theme. Maybe some others in there as well. Friday November 20th 3pm – 9pm, Saturday the 21st 11am – 7pm and Sunday the 22nd 11am – 6pm. Openhouse Gallery at 201 Mulberry Street NYC.

Following trend, Woolrich Woolen Mills pulls out a shooting jacket for those looking to put a little bit of the hunter into their street scene. “rey herringbone wool Shooting jacket with red and blue stitching running through it, notched lapels, buttoned windstopper tab with woven leather buttons, re-enforced cross-stitched shoulder guard, three front pockets with re-enforced straps and black leather trimmed pockets and cuffs. The jacket also features vented rear shoulders with a fitted waistband, double rear vent, black elbow patches and is fully lined with three inside pockets.” Coggles has it.

More looks at the Woolrich Woolen Mills Shooting Jacket after the click.

I got blocked on taking photos of these backpacks so I’ll refer to Zozo. The MP1210 backpacks are a simple double label variety for the Japan market. They’re made in the USA from 60/40 cotton/nylon for durable rocking. A simple look that works.

More looks at the Mt. Rainier Design for Manhattan Portage Backpacks after the click.

We have some good news for fans of the Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair line in North America. The line is now available online for purchase – just in time for holiday. As part of the launch Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair has also made available their “capsule” collection for Autumn/Winter 2009. This cord MP jacket is one of our choice pieces. Five vest pockets and “slightly” padded shoulders give the jacket a nice form. Have fun shopping.

More looks at the Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair Cord MP Jacket after the click.

Recently opened, Henry Darger and the Coloring Book packs nine examples of the artists work with mixed media and coloring books in a concise case exhibition. The collected material provides glimpse into Darger’s process, casting light on use of popular culture imagery adopted for his own unique purpose.

Henry Darger and the Coloring Book runs through September 13, 2010 at the American Folk Art Museum. (via Curated).

Further examples from the exhibition follow.

Here’s a post which is sure to rile up comments. Proletariat Shop in Cambridge, MA wants to re-inforce the hard working blue collar men who helped build the United State. Teaming with Michael Dacey from Repeat Press (down the road from Proletariat in Somerville, MA), they developed a limited run of 25 posters which proudly states the shop’s slogan “Men in Denim Build this Country, Men in Suits Destroy It.”

“The poster was printed on a Vandercook SP20 using a mix of vintage wood type and new woodcuts created specifically for the poster. Four colors were used and a blind impression with our logos was placed at the bottom. Everything was inked by hand with a brayer rather than using the automated inking system on the press. This gives each print a unique texture as the ink was distributed slightly differently for each print. Printed on heavy chipboard in a limited edition of 25.”

The poster is set to launch on the Proletariat website on November 1st with a variety of new products from the shop.

More detailed looks at the Men in Denim Build this Country, Men in Suits Destroy It” Limited Edition Poster after the click.

The stand alone Ralph Lauren building on Omotesendo is straight bonkers. The building actually reminds me of the Louis of Boston standalone with the addition of three front doorways, with security, and parking. Inside you’ll find about as complete a Ralph Lauren, RRL, Rugby selection as I have even seen in one spot.

We asked them to pull out some Japan exclusives to which they abided. This Japan only RRL numbered tie-dye was the only look they would allow me to shoot before putting up the big handed “X” which universally means “hell no” in Japanese. 102 pieces were dyed before they called it quits.

More looks at the RRL Japan Tie Dyed T-Shirt after the click.

Here’s another choice pick from Uniqlo. They’ve been the style bloggers secret weapon for eons now – we can’t think of any other high street brand who get namchecked in Monocle and has their own Supertalk thread – and pieces like this prove why they’ve retained that status. Patchwork shirts have a definite marmite effect on people; you either love it, hate it or hate that you love it. Us? we love it, but only in certain colourways (like the purple one above). We’re also in love with the price, coming in at an affordable £14.99. (Uniqlo)

Take a leap to see the rest of the collection after the leap.