We were accused of negativity the other day, so we’ve decided to dedicate today to something we love – knitwear. Not every post will be about knits, but most of it will. First up is Selectism favourite, SNS Herning. We always hesitate to call things our outright favourite, but SNS have the largest selection of desirable knitwear that we can think of.

It’s so big that we didn’t even notice this ‘paradox’ jumper, which we haven’t seen at any of their other stockists. The dusty green colouring is a great alternative to the usual navy and will also match very well with some indigo denim, tan deserts and a beige coat – not that we’ve decided on an outfit already. (SNS Herning)

01. Parting Glance: Irving Penn (above)

“Irving Penn, a modern master and one of the most celebrated photographers of the 20th century, died on Wednesday morning. He was 92…Renowned for his fashion photos and studio portraits, he captured the famous of his time including Pablo Picasso, Georgia O’Keeffe and Truman Capote. He is also recognized for his portfolio of fleshy abstractions of the human nude and still lifes. Mr. Penn’s career was jump-started with his association with Vogue magazine, beginning in 1943, and his commercial work gained him attention and later entrance into the art world.” (nyt)

02. Circa 1872–74 Whiskey Bottle Brings $30,240 At Auction

“A medium chocolate amber California Clubhouse Whiskey bottle, made circa 1872-74 and one of only nine examples known, soared to $30,240 in an Internet and catalog auction conducted August 10–21 by American Bottle Auctions. The bottle, highly prized by collectors, boasted a fancy monogram in the center, a gorgeous embossing pattern and a 9.5 grading.” (antiquesandthearts)

03. Oh Shit Kits

Oh Shit Kits is a all round helper which can help you out if you suffered cuts in your office to needing a toothbrush if you forget one to even flares when you get lost in the jungle. Well, shit happens. Designed by Eric Hollings. (packaging)

04. Nashville Guide

“today’s city guide is dedicated to nashville, tennessee! i’ve been dying to check out nashville for years and am thankful to nashville native lindsay for creating today’s guide to eating, shopping, entertainment and site-seeing in this exciting city. so, a big thanks to lindsay for sharing her local’s tour of nashville!” (ds)

Early holiday gift idea? How about this “luxury” Paul Smith Shoe Care Kit. “Paul Smith luxury shoe care kit is presented in a black washed wooden box. It is complimented with multi stripe leather trims and is fastened at the sides by steel hinge clasps. Internally the box comprises of various compartments.” It comes loaded with all the proper supplies you need to treat and condition your footwear. The colored handle on the wood box finishes off the package well. (stylecrave)

More looks at the Paul Smith Shoe Care Kit after the jump.

Established in 1944, the Design Council was formed to educate the British public about good design and serve as strategic entity for the design community. Throughout the history of the Council, images have been collected to reinforce its aims. These archival slides have recently been digitized and are now available online. Some 13,000 images make up the current database (roughly two-thirds of the collection). A must for those searching for inspiration or simply just interest in the history of design.

Head to the Visual Arts Data Service to explore. (via Creative Review and Curated).

Further examples follow.

Closet the scarf and get a little British with these snoods from the Burberry Autumn/Winter 2009 collection. They’re meant to be worn in or our of your overcoat and jacket and come in various textures.  Available in trench, plum, sand, grey melange and black and Burberry’s trademark check. Keep that neck warm fellas.

More looks at the Burberry Snoods for Autumn/Winter 2009 after the click.

Forward stocked up on the AW delivery from Raf Simons. One of the more interesting items is this black wallet with a blue magnetic band strap closure. They’re Italian made and offer a distinct look which you will not find in most men’s pockets. Handmade in Italy.

More looks at the Raf Simons Wallet after the click.

Follow the history of the Gitman Bros. shirt company through this vintage label white oxford. Take a look at the labels which represent various “private label” work they have done over the years before really pushing their own name out there. Expect this one to be limited. (gstore)

A bigger look at the Gitman Bros. Vintage Label shirt after the click.

To be honest this new cyclocross bike seen at INTERBIKE a few weeks ago may not be a true Miller collaboration but for all those “High Life” drinkers reading Selectism, we’re throwing it out there. Raleigh is introducing this new Miller High Life inspired color way cyclocross (ss) bike to the masses. The CX bike includes a nice Easton fork. Run it single speed on the course for some more fun.

More images of the Raleigh “High Life” Cyclocross Bike as well as a few of the PBR version after the click.

Canada’s Palmer and Sons drops another great workbag on the market. The “No. 11″ workbag is built for an all day affair. We asked them what their intention was on this workbag: “Something we could throw around but would fit everything i personally carry each day to and from work.  We also wanted something a little more definitely made for guys.  There are very few small leather bags that don’t end up looking like a handbag on a guy.”  The usual vegetable tanned leather is in use. Look for it in November at around a $300USD pricepoint.

More looks at the new Palmer and Sons No.11 Workbag after the click.

Did Jay-Z really make the Yankee hat more famous than a Yankee could? Did I really just mention Jay-Z? So sorry.

With MLB play-off season in full swing baseball caps are once again on the mind (and head). For those with no defined allegiance to any competing team, or any outfit in pro baseball for that matter, there is an alternative to the everyday New Era. In truth, there are many. One example comes from Ebbetts Field Flannels, makers of exacting replications of uniforms from the sports by gone era. The 1940 San Francisco Seals of the Pacific League and the Detroit Cubs (an Independent Negro team) are just two of the offerings. The caps take to history in reviving memory of the teams and of manufacture. Not famous, like the teams of DiMaggio or Ruth, but nonetheless important in America’s sporting history.

Off the topic of caps (but remaining on the topic of baseball) Jeff once lived next to Fenway, Jason has likely never played the game, and I once caught two no-hitters on route to becoming a Little League all-star. I also grew up without a home team, so naturally gravitated to historic franchises.