San Francisco based Golden Bear collaborated with the guys at Unionmade to create their take on a set of cotton varsity jackets. All jackets are “made in San Francisco’s Potrero district, the jackets feature timeless styling with a contemporary twist featuring tartan plaid lining and leather pocket details.” This is the second run of the collaboration between the two companies. These jacket s are now available at Unionmade. (gb)

More looks at the Golden Bear for Unionmade 1950s Varsity Jackets after the click.

Looking for a new option in leather jacket for your wardrobe. Meatpacking D.’s take may suit you. “The Meatpacking D. brand offers an elaborate yet slightly edgy approach to the classic piece. With the usual press buttons and zips, the jackets are fitted and feature folded collars, patch pockets and nice stitch detailing. The carefully selected leathers are washed with particular hand-made treatments to create distressed effects. The result are diversified and unique looking jackets that are sure to age nicely.” Porvocacao has them.

More looks at the Meatpacking D. Jackets for Autumn/Winter 2010 after the click.

From Canadian brand Wings + Horns we present you an interesting piece out of their Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection. They enhanced the classic peacoat a bit and were inspired by another classic – the varsity jacket. This new peacoat comes with a wool body and leather sleeves. Furthermore the jacket features leather details on the pockets. The coat is now up for pre-order from Roden Gray.

Check out the full jacket after the jump.

The new Ashfield Corduroy Jacket has released from the Engineered Garments Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection. Inspired by the world of cycling, the jacket beautifully mixes materials and functionality, resulting in an overall solid piece for the new season. The jacket is now available from Context.

More views of the jacket follow after the jump.

It’s cool how NY and Taylor Supply rhyme, right? Probably the reason the company chose to produce all their garments in the Big Apple…

Bad lines aside (i.e. those words above), the real reason for local production is a genuine appreciation for manufacture and a desire to get up close and personal with the process. Though much of the fabric is sourced from Japanese mills, the Taylor Supply team takes great pride in knowing their factories. This may seem par for the course these days, but the idea remains important.

For Spring 2010 they’ve worked from an early 2oth-century industrial/nautical theme. The jackets we’re showing are the Hillclimber and the Whaler. No prizes for guessing that the jacket with anchor buttons is the whaler.

Check them out after the leap.

While Jason and Jeff are enjoying the spoils of Berlin, I took a quick ride up the New Jersey Turnpike to visit handsome Elizabeth, New Jersey.

The purpose of the trip? To view the Perfecto by Schott N.Y.C. Spring 2011 collection. Literally fresh off the factory floor, the new collection highlights the best of the best from Schott’s 98 year history. New Schott creative directory, Greg Chapman (seen above fitting me in a Mountain Parka), explains, “The Perfecto Brand by Schott NYC is for men with high taste levels who understand the construction, materials and history behind the garments. The pieces are not based on trend; the styles have been passed down in the Schott family for nearly 100 years. These jackets are built to last for decades.”

In the name, Chapman pays homage to Schott’s first ever collection, released in 1928. In that year, Irving Schott took advantage of the growing motorcycle market by introducing a line of leather jackets named for his favorite cigar – the Perfecto. Today the line continues to be manufactured in these United States, with emphasis on local sourcing an added bonus.

The Perfecto by Schott N.Y.C. line will debut officially on July 19, 2010 at (Capsule) NY. A full first look preview and the specs for all four jackets in the collection comes after the jump.

More form Barbour at BBB. Based on the Barbour Bomber suits of the 70’s the new International jackets in Nylon help the brand celebrate 75 years of motorcycle clothing. The Nylons feature the all the characteristics of the original International but in a lightweight finish. Look for them in blue, red, and my favorite, yellow.

More looks at the Barbour “The International” jackets in Nylon for Spring 2011.

The “Gleam” Autumn 2010 collection from Rick Owens has the usual serious output of dark tone wear including this lambskin piece  that is sure to please with its unique take on the leather jacket form. “Fastening with a chunky silver zip, and with zip details at the cuffs this is an ultra refined take on the biker jacket aethetic. Fully lined and with a full set of internal and external pockets” Available now at Oki-ni.

More looks at the Rick Owens Lambskin Leather Mollino Jacket after the click.

The North Face Purple is one of those brands that we deeply regret not being able to get outside of Japan. nanamica is in charge of the brand and presents fantastic pieces every season, fusing The North Face heritage with technical materials. Today we came across this new wind coat from the line. The yellow will always remain a classic on these kinds of jackets and nanamica adds some nice fabrics, as well as technical features to it, while overall keeping the classic appeal. A perfect companion for the rainy Spring and brisk summer nights. (AC)

A full look follows after the jump.

As much as we like it simple and classic, we also appreciate smart and innovative construction in clothing. That is the case with this new hood jacket from the Les Hommes Spring/Summer 2010 Collection. We love the beige tone of it and the mix of blazer, hoodie and vest. We were first not sure about the silk hood, but once you see the back of the jacket it all makes sense again and that mixed with a classic 3-pocket front definitely makes it work for us. The jacket is now available from Restir.

More views of the Les Homme jacket follow after the jump.