Triwa Watch Straps

Since 2006 Triwa has been making a variety of colorful watches for all the eccentrics who feel the need to know what time it is (this is about the point where a grumpy old man would yell, "Get a job you bum!").  Specially for S/S 2010 Triwa has branched out and created their own NATO straps for their own and all other watches alike.  The straps aren't revolutionary, but I know how hard it is to track certain bands down so it's good to see the supply side of the market increase - actually, I'm not sure if I've seen anything like the "Jamaican" strap before.  All models come in both 20 and 22 mm sizes so all off us rocking with non 18 mm joints can finally oneup our skinny banded brethren.

-L.A.S

"Sometimes You Just Gotta Say..."

Sperry Topsiders, oxford button downs, Nike Cortez, varsity jacket, polos, crewnecks, Ray Bans - for a kid that wasn't "Ivy League material" Joel sure had the look down.  Don't get it twisted, jean cutoffs are always risky business.

-L.A.S

Some People Never Wear Anything Else...

...and I can't say I blame 'em.

[Editor's Note: Picture Coutresy of James who never ceases to amaze me with the sheer amount of gems he unearths.]

-L.A.S

The Image Of Tailored Perfection

This just in: Mister Crew has posted some navy sportcoat images from the Japanese magazine Men's Ex - one of which happens to be the Sart Inc image of tailored perfection. Six button double breasted blue blazer, check. Gray trousers with the perfect cuff, check. Spread collar, check.  Twisted tie, check. Double monkstraps, check.  I'll be damned if this isn't the way I dress in my head. Actually, I have most of these items in spring ready fabrics so I will try my hand at this shortly. And, before I forget, who wants to hook a brother up with subscription to Men's Ex?

-L.A.S

Lusting After: Southern Proper Bean Boot Neckwear

Seen over at Dreams of Perfection these new ties and bows from Southern Proper are serious lust worthy due to the fact they aren't yet available for purchase and happen to feature the Sart Inc "mascot" plastered all over them.  I'm not sure when this collection, dubbed "Town & Country", will be available, but you can bet your ass that come fall you'll be able to catch me with one of these tied around my neck and Bean boots on my feet (you most likely knew half of that already).  You would think that after the purchase of many a pair my Bean boot habit would be under control - well you thought wrong.  Hell, it's tough to even make out the exact pattern on the ties and yet I'm already sold.  Blame rampant consumerism. Blame an unhealthy fixation. Blame whatever you want. I guess it comes down to wearing your influences on your sleeve or your neck for that matter.

-L.A.S

Jake Davis Test Shots: Jeremy Kirkland

Jeremy is a business partner of mine and more importantly a good friend.  He was recently featured in Jake Davis' Test Shots series and I thought it would be nice to give him the shine he deserves.  If I made a list of the best dressed people I know JK would easily find himself at the top no question.  Here he is channeling his patented style of urban prep, rocking brands from J. Press to Mark McNairy to Adidas with the kind of ease only developed by paying your dues at Smoothie King and living on the mean streets of Harlem.  This also more than makes up for that shot that was supposed to be on The Sartorialist, but got yanked due to "lighting" - you messed up Scott, you messed up big time.


Jake Davis Test Shots: Jeremy Kirkland from Jake Davis on Vimeo.

-L.A.S

1901

As familiar as I am with Nordstom's in house 1901 brand (I'm not gonna front like that place wasn't my fashion Mecca for a while back in the day) I am kinda surprised I haven't posted on it sooner.  While the 1901 garments leave a whole lot to be desired in terms of fit and style, the shoes are pretty on point.  It's nothing crazy, just a few classic styles for under $100.  As far as S/S goes they have a few of the cornerstones to a footwear game done right - a buck, saddle and driver.  For the guy on a fairly strict budget the 1901 stuff is actually a pretty good deal.  It also seems fitting I talk about this now because apparently these guys drew the biggest crown at Coachella or so I hear.

-L.A.S