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Cheap Christmas gift alert! This Percival jumper is on sale at ASOS so get it for the nu-workwear lover in your family. You’d be best not mentioning you got it because it was on sale though. Just say it was aesthetically rustically heritage and you’ll be okay. (ASOS)

Some might say that we’re a little obsessed, we’d say ’so what? If you had our range of fine shoe wear that can only be worn in certain weather conditions you’d be the same way’. That usually ends any arguments (on account that the other person slinks off and thinks we’re mad). So, with that in mind, here’s another pair of rain-ready shoes, thanks to the commando sole. (Folk)

SNS just relaunched their online store, which should help folks who wanted some of their lesser stocked styles. We’re enjoying the trippy pattern on this jumper, so we felt it’d make a great Christmas gift. We know it’s not exactly seasonally appropriate but a jumper’s for life, not just for Christmas. (SNS Herning)

Socially driven footwear company Oliberte dives into holiday with this green version of their Adibo shoe, a riff on the classic dessert boot. The perforated Nubuck joins sheep leather and patent among the newer offerings. Green is our choice, not only festive but it begins to give Oliberte a more distinct personality.

Monocle’s alpine inspired publication, Alpino drops this coming week. “According to the publisher, Monocle Alpino will be concerned with ‘everything at 1,500m up.’ The launch comes after the magazine, which is masterminded by its founder and editor-in-chief Tyler Brûlé, launched a summer publication this year called Monocle Mediterraneo. Monocle Alpino will be available in all Monocle shops and selected newsstands from 16 December for eight weeks, priced at £4. Launch advertisers for the title include Rolex, Pictet, Nissan and Moncler.” Even we have to admit, this is getting good. (mediaweek)

Let the gifting begin. What we have here is a waxed cover accessory that serves a strong purpose – rain protection. “This classic umbrella from Filson is made from Filson’s heavy-duty Cover Cloth; a tightly woven 6oz 100% cotton poplin with thick wax coating. The fabric is water and wind resistant and, despite the toughness, remains surprisingly light and easy to carry. With time and use the wax coating will wear to create something truly lovely and unique.” Blackbird has them.

More looks at the Filson Umbrella after the click.

This may be the perfect gift for your older brother or dad (or mom)  who came up during a very crucial period in the U.S. music. Hell, it’s perfect for anyone looking to a history lesson. Touch and Go: The Complete Hardcore Punk Zine ‘79-’83 is a massive bound collection of all 22 issues (576 pages!) of the legendary Midwest zine that not only launch a record label that brought us Big Black’s “Songs About Fucking,” but also fired up many other zines to come into existence. It’s a massive tome and a document into the history of the American punk and hardcore movements.

From an ephemera standpoint (Nick and I love this stuff), this is a strong document collecting flyer, photos, record sleeves and beyond from bands like Minor Threat, Black Flag, 7 Seconds, and whole host of others. (a modern online document expanding beyond the Touch & Go era can be found at The Hardcore Archeologist) .

Simply put, this Touch and Go collection is essential reading.

Wheelmen & Co. expand their bag rang with the Babylon. A waxed canvas backpack the mixes a little tradition with contemporary needs. As they say, “the Babylon backpack is a bag made for commuting. The outer shell is 100% waxed cotton and 1000 denior nylon lined. Sealed zippers in front and a patch pocket with leather pull-tab. Only the best materials go into making this original “Wheelmen” designed piece. Top grain leather accents and interior laptop pocket. Adjustable chest strap and pivot hardware on bottom of the shoulder straps. 1/4″ closed foam padding ensures comfort.”

USA made. More images follow.

Part of The Design Museum/Conran Octopus book series. Fifty Chairs That Changed the World looks at a large collection of seating that has made waves in design. “Fifty Chairs That Changed the World switches the scene indoors, taking an up-close look at the chair designs-from Thonet’s elegantly workaday bistro chair no. 14, of 1870, to the more outrageous creations of present-day designers-that have had the greatest impact on the look and feel of modern interiors.

Available at Amazon.

More looks inside Fifty Chairs That Changed the World after the click.