Always returning to Workers, K&TH – a small scale operation from Takashi Tateno based in Kurashiki, Japan. The collection moves around the same themes of classic American workwear so don’t expect to see future-leggings or ‘directional wardrobing’ anytime soon. For May Wabash fabric returns in a smart vest and railway jacket, alongside a heavy canvas tote, polka dot shirt and parachute trousers.

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A great item from Porter and Beams with this B Yoshida Rigby backpack. A familiar shape (and colourway, remember this?) returns in sturdy brown canvas with tan leather trim featuring front pocket, back pocket, inside pocket – basically lots of places to store/lose your possessions. A slim body makes this backpack feel neat rather than clunky whilst still offering up plenty of room. Porter and Yoshida branded fixtures, top handle and mobile phone pouch. This rucksack is very much wanted. Find it here.

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We’ve always enjoyed the contributions of The Superior Labor to the tool bag movement. This Khaki version of their Engineer Bag is no exception. The Japanese company make a range of accessories but their carriers remain the star of the show. The large natural leather pocket on the front makes this one, matching handle and a detachable cross body strap mean it can be thrown over your shoulder for hands-free moments. The painted base finishes it off perfectly, nice one The Superior Labor. Find it at Slow down Joe.

Yeah, a bit novelty heavy. We would’ve passed ‘Shoes like Pottery‘ if they didn’t look so canvas-ey good. There’s not a great deal to these. The rubber soles are baked on in a kiln, they’re handmade in Kurume, Japan and stockist South Willard point out that the production process on the sole makes for a more flexible and durable shoe. The look is a raw, stripped back pair of Converse with a slightly more interesting texture to the fabric. Black, indigo and white – we’d be happy with whichever. Thanks to Ready for the House for the heads up.

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Stanley & Son’s, purveyors of fine bags and work aprons have got together with accessory designers The Hill-Side to produce these blanket bags. Turning lining inside out, the front features a good sized dyed leather pocket with matching 12oz leather handles.  The interior is 100% cotton canvas and everything is held together with Kick-pressed rivets with leather washers. Sewing machine purists will be happy to learn these are created on a vintage Singer single needle machines. This is a Hickorees exclusive so head on over for more.

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North Sea continue their march to accessory glory with another addition to the collection. A simple canvas holdall with a nautical feel (well, it’s trimmed with navy), they have enlisted the skills of a long established Belgian craftsman.

Using leather from English tannery Sedgwicks, everything is constructed by a small saddlery firm. As with all things from this label, expect sturdy, hard-wearing goodness with this carrier – those rubber handles mean business. More at North Sea.

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Defy Bags works under the “Old material, new ideas” motto. Their bags source various vintage and deadstock textiles to produce ready to use  messenger and tote bags. Their Bowery Bag, shown above, is one of their popular forms. Made from vintage WWII era military canvas and old stock Horween leather, the Bowery bag will hold up under most conditions. Made in the U.S.A. for those that are asking. Find them online at Defy Bags for $178.

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TOMS is known for doing some great things, especially their “One for One” deal: for every pair of TOMS shoes that are purchased, the company donates one pair of shoes to a child in need. When it comes to kids, we all need to do our best to assist the future. We’ve been walking and working in the TOMS desert boots for some a minute and while they may not be the most styled of footwear, the casual comfort of the lightweight finish has made then pleasant to wear. The outsole is very bare, keeping you low to the ground with an almost barefoot appeal. As for the price point, they will not break the bank. Worth a look if you are hunting for the bare essentials in a shoe.

Photography: Jeff Carvalho/Selectism.com

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Holiday collection have been around for ages. They bring that little boost of freshness to lines in the middle of their autumn and winter offerings; specially tailored for the holiday shopper needing to bring the new to the gifting. Imogene + Willie, one of those small companies making classic garments with the blue collar worker in mind, brings a short series which includes duck canvas utility trousers, plaid shirts, wool vests, and a camouflage overshirt that works for me – at least. Dig through the looks and discover something new from Imogene + Willie.

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Some coming soon carriers from Makr. These guys never disappoint and although we don’t know many messengers down on the farm we’d happily transport our valuables in these cross body canvas bags. Flap front, two leather straps, 4 inside pockets and top handle. Pre-order yours here.

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