Have an unsatisfied varsity jacket fetish?

Heritage Research has an answer. Stripped to base essentials – wool body, leather sleeves and leather trimmed slash pockets – the snap button jacket ticks the key stylistic boxes. Two versions have been prepared, one with gray body and cream leather complete with gold quilted liner. The other is a full navy jacket.

Made in the US of A. Exclusive to Oi Polloi.

Full images of the Heritage Research for Oi Polloi Varsity Jackets after the jump.

Mark Borthwick fires off his camera for Mykita’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection. “With his warm, spontaneity infused work, the British- born artist is revered for his personal style of photography. Borthwick, along with other innovative photographers of the ‘90s, broke through the conventions of fashion photography and established a new working order that tremendously influenced all aspects of editorial and advertising photography.”

More looks at Mykita Spring/Summer 2010 Campaign after the click.

A very well stated Panama inspired hat from Robert Geller. “Made in collaboration with Japan’s distinguished CA4LA haberdashery and available in a variety of simple colorways and subtle finishes, these crumple-friendly toppers add a carefree romanticism to the wearer’s look that continues to grow as each piece breaks in with everyday wear.” Blackbird has it.

More looks at the Robert Geller Gradient Panama Hat after the click.

This black class 43mm stainless steel beauty from UTS is set to hit the shops soon. Some of the more interesting specs: “Top Grade finishing with a Glucydor balance wheel and Incabloc shock protection.” The simplicity of the white on black makes this an attractive offering. (timezone)

As another Easter gift to you readers, here’s a first look at Naked & Famous’ Autumn/Winter 2010 collection. After making belts and shirts last season, the Canadian brotherly duo now branch out into bags. The first one we can show you is this denim duffle bag. We’ve seen a fair amount of denim bags around lately, but the sheer quality of N&F’s Denim is reason enough to save your pennies for this one. The handles are a 10oz bovine leather, it’s lined with nylon and it’s a perfect size for an overnight trip. Look for these to drop around August.

Harlem Postcards opened on April 1 at the Studio Museum in Harlem and will run through June 27, 2010.

From the museum -

Represented, revered, and recognized by people around the world, Harlem is a continually expanding nexus of black culture, history and iconography. Venerable landmarks, such as the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Apollo Theater, Hotel Theresa, Audubon Ballroom and 125th Street, remain popular emblems of important historic moments and moods. The Studio Museum’s ongoing series, Harlem Postcards, invites contemporary artists of diverse backgrounds to reflect on Harlem as a site for artistic contemplation and production. Installed in the Museum lobby and available to visitors free of charge, Harlem Postcards present intimate views and fresh perspectives on this famous neighborhood. This season we feature images by Xenobia Bailey, Yara El-Sherbini, Brendan Fernandes and Monique Schubert.

Postcards are available to visitors freshly printed and free of charge. Take them home or share with mail – this is a fantastic opportunity to get hands on some portraits of one of New York’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

The above image is Monique Schubert’s contribution to Harlem Postcards. View the remaining artists after the jump.

It’s a bank holiday here in the UK, so we’re taking it a little easy on the posting side. That said, we just had to post up this chunky knit. The Folk Aran cardies have been doing the rounds lately but this is the first time we’ve seen it in this colourway. If the flame and sky blue versions were a little loud for your tastes, this version should be right up your alley. (Coggles)

Horween leather is something special as we all know. I’ve been carrying a MAKR flap version made from this later for some time and it simply looks great. Their vertical version with the snap closure may have to be close behind. “The Vertical Pocket is a snap closure pocket wallet. Closure makes you feel secure and allows for more cards and cash but still keep it lean enough for front or back pockets. A curved cut out right above the snap opens up the pocket for entry and exit of cards and folded cash.” 90$US is a solid price for these handmade wallets.

More looks at the Makr Vertical Pocket Wallet after the click.

Staff favorite Qwstion brings increased functionality to their Messenger Bag with a complete over haul of design and material. Among the benefits are a separate laptop sleeve (making computer removal a snap) and dedicated pockets for MP3 player and disks. Need to move quickly through a crowd, the bag also quickly transforms from messenger to backpack through built-in hidden shoulder straps.

The new version of Qwstion’s Messenger Bag comes in black (with white lining) or grey (with red lining).