Layering with L.L. Bean Norwegian Sweater Crewneck Lattice

My Barbour coat has a beautiful patina!

    Anyone that is a true L.L Bean fan have certain staples, which are usually a L.L. Norwegian sweater and a pair of L.L.Bean boots. It's usually the same story every time either they purchased the items five years ago or it was inherited from someone. All true L.L Bean fans own the same stuff. Reason why because these items have stood the test of time.

Southern Proper Gentleman's Jacket Green Tweed

   For this fall, Southern Proper has you covered with spectacular blazers option. One blazer I have been wearing frequently is the Southern Proper Gentleman's Jacket  in Green Herringbone colorway.

Freeman x Crescent Down Works Italian Vest

$260.00

       Another collaboration between Freeman and Crescent Down Works. I will keep it short because in the previous Crescent Down Works posts I have mentioned how awesome is the brand. Crescent Down Works has been in the outerwear industry for over 40 years. This collaboration features the Italian vest. The exterior shell is 60/40 cotton-nylon blend shell, which makes it water resistant and does pretty well against the wind. It's filled with 5.5 oz. of premium 700-fill European goose down that definitely will keep you warm.

Layering with L.L.Bean Norwegian Sweater & Southern Proper Edgefield Vest

Please no photos

    Sunday's I'm usually with clients, because it's the most productive day to see apartments. New York City has been having very unpredictable weather. One day its cold and rainy, the next day it's spring. I knew I was going to be out for a while from morning to afternoon. I wore my L.L Bean Norwegian Crew neck sweater which is a classic preppy staple. It's a favorite item among die hard L.L.Bean fans.

Gucci Canvas Web Belt Bee Buckle

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

        Aside from Burberry I don't put a lot designer brands on the blog but I have a weakness for belts especially leather belts with equestrian hardware. I tend to keep leather belts on rotation and my canvas belts in the recent years have been getting less wear time. Lately I keep seeing on magazine advertisements Gucci Canvas Web Belt with the Bee Buckle. This belt is a perfect combination of the uniqueness of the leather equestrian belts that I usually wear with the comfort of a canvas web belt. Signature Web canvas belt with a unfinished faded leather trim and our plaque buckle with embossed bee detail.Green/red/green cotton canvas Web with brown faded leather detail. The belt is made in Italy.The belt looks great when worn with solid colors in my opinion.The belt retails for $395.

L.L Bean Signature Jackman Blucher Moc

   A mocassin that looks great without putting a hole in your bank account is the L.L. Bean Signature Jackman Blucher Moc. I own a pair of Blucher mocs and they are very comfortable from the first day you wear them.I do recommend sizing down half a inch. The mocassins feature full grain leather and a molded sole. I'm seriously considering adding another pair to my shoe collection. They look great regardless if you are wearing corduroys, jeans or khakis.Available now in three color options.

Southern Proper: Ladies Collection 2016

    Last night my beloved Southern Proper introduced their Southern Proper Ladies Collection:Spring 2016. Southern Proper has been around for 10 years (time past by real quick) catering to the Crispy Southern Gentleman by offering bow ties to pretty much becoming a one stop shop for everything preppy; quilted jackets, tartan hats, and pants. Now women will no reason to borrow SoPro clothes from the guys! Southern Proper put in a lot of hard work into designing the collection for women which looks great! It has that timeless  but fun style that we all love about the brand! Check out the collection now

Bison Made Snap Pouch in Chromexcel Leather

      Even though I'm pretty organized with my wallet and card holder. In the business of real estate you exchange your business card very frequently.On the daily basis my pockets look very similar to George Constanza from Seinfield. I'm obsessed with Bison Made snap pouch in Navy.  The snap pouch makes for a great business card case. It can also be used as a wallet to hold cash and credit cards. A versatile everyday carry item, this design was inspire by a WWI era military issued "khaki set".  Made with Horween Leather; with 100 year old formulas and an old world style of craftsmanship, Horween has been making the finest leathers for over a century.

Crescent Down Works x Freeman Seattle: Italian Vest

    One of my favorite outerwear brands made in USA Crescent Down Works earlier did a collaboration with Freeman Seattle.Crescent Down Works I have huge admiration and respect for. They make their down jacket the highest quality possible. The good news that I have is that the down vest are on sale only thing you have to hope that you can fit a extra small or small. Freeman Seattle  used the classic The Italian Vest from Crescent Down Works.

LL Bean Fall Catalog 1941

In the L.L.Bean Catalog since 1925

 
    Looking at an old L.L. Bean Catalog before going to sleep. I came across to what's left of LL Bean 1941 Fall Catalog. The highlight has to be the Hudson's Bay Blankets. The Hudson Bay Point Blanket has been in the L.L. Bean catalog since 1925. This heritage striped wool blanket is practically windproof and water-repellent to keep you warm and dry. It will last a lifetime, according to Leon Leonwood Bean himself, who always kept one on hand (even in his car). Back in 1941 we were in the middle of a war, L.L. Bean was aware of a shortage since the wool came from England. L.L. Bean was carrying large quantities to protect its customers.

WOOLRICH X Topo Designs Duffle Bag Made In USA

What happens when Woolrich and Topo Designs get together?Total Awesomeness! The Made in USA Wool Duffle is perfect when you need to carry more. Simple on the outside, beautifully lined with coated nylon pack cloth on the inside. Comes with a detachable shoulder strap, inside zipped pockets and a natural leather handle. Made in Colorado. Available in the Original Buffalo Check plaid, created by Woolrich in 1850. The classic Buffalo red check pattern was inspired by blankets provided by Woolrich to soldiers during the Civil War. The duffle bag goes for $198.00

BlankenShip Dry Goods Sun Valley Tailgater

Great for a snow day!

    Yup we're still in January which means snow is always around the corner. BlankenShip Dry Goods has this six button snap pullover called  the Sun Valley Tailgater. Coozie Pocket Technology.This pullover makes a great base layering piece under a vest or water proof jacket (Barbour). This festive fleece features handcrafted drink holsters stitched into the mid section of the garment are made from 6 oz. canvas. Two metal snaps close the holsters when not in play. Because of the material and design, the coozies are unobtrusive to the garment wearer when they are not in use.The Tailgater Collection integrates innovative features with a handsome exterior. Lightweight Tailgaters are constructed from a cotton lycra knit blend and are custom pigment dyed in New York City. Canvas detailing is further found on the front placket neck binding for increased structure and durability. On the nape of the neck is stitched a 1.5 by 2 inch embroidered American Flag. What I love the most about the fleece is that it's made in New York City. Also for every 10 sales, Blankenship Dry Goods donates one of the goods to a United States Active Service Member or Veteran. The fleece retails for $159.99

Duluthpack 2 Original Duluth Pack - Canoe Pack

   Why not start the year right with durable, quality canvas canoe pack from Duluth? Duluth is a familiar name at the wonderful StayCrispyMyFriends website. The original #2 Original Duluth Pack canoe pack has been the time tested favorite for discerning individuals who demand rugged durability and uncompromising value. Made in Olive Drab or Waxed Canvas. All other colors made to order. Made for the rugged trail, yet elegant enough for a complete different environment. The canoe back makes a great backpack if you work in an office. I really like the design of the canoe back because of its simplicity, it doesn't have all the additional pockets compare to backpacks.