Taking influence from the post-war era, Uniforms for the dedicated have avoided the reproduce-and-slim-down approach that all too many companies have taken over the past few years. Instead they’ve played around with the pieces making varsity blazers (as we previewed before), drop crotch chinos and work jackets. As the title of this post suggests, this is only a short preview, although we’ll be sure to update it in more depth closer to the release date.

Take a leap to see a couple more shots.

Here is our brief Winter Olympic tie-in.

John Fry, former editor-in-chief of SKI, provides the definitive history of skiing in, you guessed it, The Story of Modern Skiing. His tale covers a wide range of skiing topics from the environment to the the mega-resort (not mutually exclusive, obviously). Fry also adds winning anecdotes about skiing legends.

And, he also touches on snowboarding (a significantly less cool version of skiing).

Warren Miller gives The Story of Modern Skiing a warm review. His recommendation is enough for us. It should be enough for you as well. From UPNE.

Available now from Amazon.

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – we like the classics, but we don’t want to be swapping style tips with our fathers just yet. Which is why we like these ‘Uncle Dan’ oxford from Rachel Comey so much. They give a nod to the classic while being updated enough to avoid any old man connotations. What we love about these shoes in particular is the fine shade of tan they come in. Colour buffs (if such a thing exists) should be pleased to know that the colour is officially known as ‘toast’ – presumably after the perfectly made honey-esque golden brown variety as opposed to the burnt stuff. (Opening Ceremony)

Song remains the same, take a leap to see detailed images.

Why start from scratch when you can update what you have? Folk were never ones for wiping the slate clean each season, instead preferring to hone and update pieces they’d already made. This Cardy is a prime example of why more companies should follow their lead. It was introduced last season – folks should remember the spelling of the company name in the buttons detail – and it’s been given an upgrade for SS10. It’d make a great layering piece for these awkward days when the weather can’t decide whether it’s spring yet. (Oi Polloi)

Detailed images are after the leap.

Before anyone starts – yes, we know Gourmet are a ’streetwear’ brand. But that doesn’t mean we can’t feature them over here. The lines between streetwear and high end fashion have blurred enough for us to consider Gourmet a crossover brand. Anyhoo, the leather on these is top notch – the same stuff is used by the likes of Louis Vuitton – and the cutaway brings just a dash of the edgy into the mix. And if all that wasn’t enough, it’s also on sale – so you won’t have to break open the piggy bank. (Crooked Tongues)

We hinted with one or two looks from Rapha’s Spring 2010 collection these past weeks. But that’s enough teasing. They just dropped the complete collection for preview on their website. The long sleeve shirts and “Transit Elite Sweaters” are proper for the urban cyclist. Well done as usual from the Portland crüe.

More looks from the Rapha Spring 2010 collection after the click.

Native Son Autumn 2010 3-D Presentation. Directed by Eric Ray Davis.

For those not fond of the Barneys exclusives, Creative Recreation offers Saks clients a few new shades of the Turino. They’re part of the Italian line collection. Look for them in Saks doors  now.

Yesterday, Gant unveiled it’s Gant by Michael Bastian collection. Bastian gears his pieces (from the Fall 2010 collection) as a transition, clothes for guys looking for their first key staple garments. Inspired by lacrosse, their is clear play on Gant’s own collegiate heritage tying the collection into the brand fold. However, Bastian gives a youthful vision of the Gant lineage, slightly more prep school than just off the Ivy quad.

Some looks from the presentation after the jump.

I thought I would get away this week “heritage free” but these railroad vests from Woolrich Woolen Mills for Spring 2010 looks fresh. “100% cotton twill waistcoat with herringbone contrast piping, four front pockets, and a cinch back in powder and light blue. Made in the U.S.A.” Blackbird has them for 230$USD.

More look at the Spring 2010 Woolrich Woolen Mills Railroad Vests after the click.