Indigo & Cotton, ‘A men’s store in Charleston, SC’ have produced this attractive lookbook for your viewing pleasure. An impressive roster of brands including the likes of S.N.S Herning, Sierra Designs and billykirk shot against a shade of blue we’d quite like to know the name of. Hit here for more.

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I’m listening to the latest mix up on mnmlssg, by Ancient Methods. The sound of this music can only be described as modern techno: hard hitting, almost battering at times while remaining in full control both my ears but also the pace at which I write this post. It is not for the faint hearted, and very far from what many would consider casual listening. Try it. You may like it. Play it while you read the following post and I’ll get to the point at the end…

Richmond, VA’s Need Supply rolls through their 15 year projects with this final collaborative work with the boys of Jersey’s Billykirk (yes, they are brothers and their products predate this menswear blogging business). The schoolboy satchel is made from rich Horween leather (your favorite of course for many reasons); Chicago Latigo leather to be precise. Hardware wise, you’ll find a leather carry handle and a detachable shoulder strap as well as brass closures throughout. It is indeed a beautiful bag, well constructed from people we trust to bring us a solid, performing product, which we hope you hand down to your friends and maybe your kids.

This schooolboy bag is one that we would carry and wear without the need for a uniform in mind. It is a utilitarian item made to serve a purpose. The fact that it looks great is secondary. If you do buy this bag, you will purchase it for one of many reasons. You will study the photos below (and maybe even see it in person) to ensure that you find it up to your standards. We believe it will be.

But more importantly, you will not give a rat’s ass what the guy next to you thinks about this product. This is for you, not for the trainspotter in SOHO trying to discover the next new look is. You.

Like me and the Ancient Methods set I am listening to right now: you do not care if anyone approves because at the end of the day, shopping and music is personal. Who gives a shit what anyone else thinks. It’s almost 2012.

Find this and many other goods  at Need Supply.

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Billy Kirk elevates the keyring beyond its usual status as ‘free gift with purchase’. Brass clip, hand oiled brown leather, nickel silver closure – the teardrop cut is what makes this a little bit special. We know it’s just something to hang your keys on but if you find yourself handling an object at least twice a day it may as well be as pleasing to the eye as possible. Find it at Need Supply .

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Dopp Kit. Sounds sturdy doesn’t it. Tom Selleck has a dopp kit. So does Ron Burgundy. I mean, we’re happy to call it a toiletry bag but you won’t catch those guys carrying around anything so unmanly. Billykirk is obviously a fan of the kit, he presents us with this waxed canvas carrier with leather base and strap, buckle and structured form. Something to carry your old school cutthroat razor and fine brandy miniature in. Need Supply has them.

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We previewed the Billykirk collection for Autumn 2011 way back. Today, we bring you some fresh looks at a few pieces as presented by Indigo & Cotton. Quality and craftsmanship is what the collection has always been about. Everyting is handmade by the brothers in their Jersey studio. Photography can only show so much. Hunt down the collection and feel it for yourself. (189)

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In tandem with the growing popularity of cycling, brands have began broadening their accessory lines, many now producing bike-friendly products that speak to a previously under-serviced audience. Billykirk have swiftly joined the race to please the cycling crowd, having crafted this all leather bike-frame bag, said to have been inspired by vintage model they uncovered whilst in France. Three silver buckles attach the bag to the frame, with a duo of collar buttons (studs) securing the central flap. The bag comes in a variety of colours, all of which are now available direct from Billy Kirk. -jr

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This is not the first time we’ve profile Billykirk’s hat work but today they showcase a new collection of Panama hats available on their webshop. Woven in Ecuador, the three models, including a pork pie and snap brim will keep you shaded through any heatwave. Various colors and takes to choose from.

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An interesting new take from our friends at Billykirk. The brothers worked with Horween Leather Co. to develop this “westrn floral” motif for a collection of new bags, including a top-tube bicycle bag, bill-fold passport, and more. The details should be viewed in our gallery to get a true feel for it. Otherwise, head to (capsule) NYC and see them for yourself in person.

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Set for debut over the weekend at (capsule) Paris, this handsome bag combines two of the New York areas finest leather goods purveyors. Marrying elements of Schott’s iconic Perfecto jacket and the classic carryall from Billykirk, it is an object that celebrates domestic manufacture. Made from brown and black American cowhide, the tool bag features a quilted nylon lining, heavy chrome zipper, exterior coin pocket and Schott Perfecto hardware. The bag features double drop handles, signature Billykirk luggage tag, metal hinge frame, two interior pockets, and a detachable leather shoulder strap. Retail release set for Spring 2012.

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The ACE Hotel works once again with the bros. Billykirk on another item to give their check-in that additional considered detail. The leather tray is a great option to leave bedside to stow your pocket-wares: money, coin change, your watch… makes it easy to find your keys as well. Find them at the ACE Hotel N.Y.C. front desks and for sale in their gift shop.

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