Now Open: Totokaelo Man

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—01. Capitol Hill, Seattle.

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Totokaelo has been regarded as one of the best independent womenswear stores on the west coast for a number of years. With a beautiful space, an interesting mix of fashion, accessories and home products, they've created a strong following in Seattle and online. Recently they've expanded by opening the basement of their Capitol Hill space to accommodate a menswear selection that includes Jil Sander, Yohji Yamamoto, Maison Martin Margiela and LVC among others.

—Totokaelo Man

Needles Suflur Dye Asyemmetric Deck Shoes

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–01. Navy Sulfur Dye.

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You'd have to be a lot cooler than I am, to run this look. Although as with most of the Needles collection that doesn't stop me admiring the idea somewhat wistfully. These Sulpher Dyed deck shoes are a playful and unique take on a classic design; modeled on a Top-Sider last from the 1970's. Only time will tell if their Converse inspired siblings will make an appearance on these shores later in the summer. Those I might just be able able to pull off. Although honestly, probably not.

—Available at Nepenthes New York

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Takahiro Miyashita The Soloist Pull Over Shirt

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—01. Available in five colours.

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This casual half-zip 'Classic Shirt' by Takahiro Miyashita The Soloist comes in five different colours. Made in Japan, it features a washed cotton, hidden buttons and as usual, a unique and interestingly cut pattern.

—Available at Silver & Gold

Battenwear 5-Pocket Island Shirt

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—01. Made in USA.

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Battenwear's 5-Pocket Island Shirt is my favorite piece from their spring collection. The casual silhouette and great fabric make for a perfect warm weather piece. The dark red pattern works nicely with navy, olive and white bottoms, providing both versatility and a unique texture.

—Available at Inventory

Engineered Garments Fall-Winter '13 Lookbook

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—01. LDT Jacket.
—02. Over Parka.

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Each season Engineered Garments is one of the brands I'm most excited to see. Their lookbooks are always interesting, exciting and very well executed. The Fall-Winter '13 offering is no different. With a playful mix of patterns, materials and a few new styles, the latest collection is unsurprisingly one of my favorites.

—Engineered Garments
—Images via Hypebeast

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Rapha Spring-Summer '13

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—01. Club Jersey.
—02. Arm Screens.
—03. Classic Jersey.
—04. Grand Tour Gloves.

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Rapha has recently added a number of spring items to their online store featuring lightweight fabrics, merinos and a refined palette. From the Sky Pro Team range to the classic Rapha pieces to the City Riding range, there are a number of great looking, functional garments for professionals and amateurs alike.

—Rapha

MHL x Converse Jack Purcell

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—01. White.
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Through Margaret Howell's MHL collection, the brand continues their work with Converse. This spring they released three colours in the classic All-Star model, but the re-arrival of the simple, paired down, Jack Purcell looks especially nice.

—Available at Margaret Howell Japan

Mountain Research Dispatcher Pants

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—01. Brown.
—02. Olive.

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Mountain Research has really been intriguing me from what I see online with their last few collections. While the brand does seem quite modern and technical, their pieces almost always seem heritage inspired. A real standout for me are these military inspired pants made of cotton duck with a removable belt. The front patch pockets and side slit pockets are a unique and interesting detail. Plus, both colours offered, brown and olive green, are very appealing. Most of the Mountain Research line is nearly impossible to get in North America, so for now I'll have to dream.

—Available at Midland Ship