How we miss Nick… our old pal may have moved onto bigger and “better” things over at Complex, but we still keep in touch. An “Eight for the Holidays” allows us the opportunity to pick his brains about the very best in his world today – rather,  goods and items that he would love in his world. Like Mr. Yang’s eight items, Mr. Schonberger’s range give us a nice mix. Expect vinyl records, live mammals and more.

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This smart Indigo handwoven mud-dyed scarf is made in Laos by a community project which offers educational and employment opportunities to its weavers. As usual Apolis manages to create a desirable product with an ethical production history. Find it at Apolis.

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Apolis and Sierra Design work together on some coming goodies.

Four “new” looks from the Katin + Apolis “Archive” collection of swim wear; two come in a unique chambray look. Katin is not new to the swim trunk world, so be satisfied in knowing that all aspects of the fit and fabrics have been well considered. The keyloop in the side pocket and use of multi ply lining make these shorts comfortable and functional. Available online.

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Ever wanted to pack your baguettes in style? Of course you have. Do it with this Apolis market bag. Also, in a random thought, has anyone noticed that baguettes are the foodstuff of choice for all stylish bag companies? It’s usually a baguette with a copy of monocle and free and easy to showcase how cultured you are. We blame all those ‘what I carry’ sites filled with stuff that people obviously don’t carry on a daily basis. (Need Supply)

Apolis works a special market bag for Madison, WI based Context. “The Apolis + Context Market Bag is an uncommonly attractive and practical market tote being produced in a remote region of Bangladesh by Saidpur Enterprises, an organization founded on humanitarianism. The market bag is made of natural golden jute fiber harvested in Bangladesh and has a waterproof lining. The vegetable tanned leather straps are secured with antique nickel rivets making the bag strong enough to transport produce and canned goods from the market to your kitchen pantry”

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Lonelyleap Film, Case Study: Apolis, “Common Thread”

“[Lonelyleap] captured the spirit of our “common thread” vision for connecting the hands that make our product to the hands that own our product. We really consider it a privilege to be doing what we love and are grateful for Lonelyleaps partnership..”  (189)

This category is clearly exploding. A strong basics collection really does speak volumes over #trending keywords. Apolis‘ Standard Issue collection for Spring offers California made menswear that sits in that casual safe zone while offering well prices garments that just about everyman can work.  Canvas chinos, chambray shirts, denim, and mason bags give you options. Nothing over the top. Just on point menswear.

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Back in August, Apolis released their first collection of accessories with Matteo. The  Los Angeles Arts District neighborhood based textile player. Now for Spring 2011, they work again on an extensive set of accessories made in the U.S.A. made from Italian linen.. “For this spring we have teamed up with Matteo again to release a maritime-inspired selection of accessories utilizing the same natural linen with a red marrow edge  and a navy stripe. Part of our excitement for this project stems from our desire to repurpose a timeless home furnishings fabric by giving it a modern utilitarian feel while making it accessible to a new audience.” Look for bandanas, caps, and more from the duo.

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Call it a duffle or rucksack, the forthcoming “Expedition” Bag from Apolis makes a wonderful addition to your personal game. It is made in California and features proper leather accents. It will set you back $454 – an interesting choice in numbers.

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