THE HILLSIDE - SPRING/SUMMER 2014

We all know The Hill-Side from their great ties and scarfs, but their collections grows and grows with

bags, sneakers, shirts etc. The pictures are shot in New York's Flower district, I bet that these tulips are from Holland.

ALEXANDER OLCH - LOOKBOOK FW '13

Man I love wool ties, and this Alexander Olch collection is mouth watering!

Alexander Olch may be one of the premier names in luxury neckwear, but the designer’s story is far from conventional. Olch didn’t study fashion or apprentice in his craft. He actually got his start in the men’s accessories game after completing a thesis film at Harvard. Rather than a T-shirt or a baseball hat, Olch decided to make a necktie as a gift for his crew. It took him about a year and half to get the sample back — long enough to lose track of the crew — but he decided to show it to some old friends at dinner one evening in the early 2000s. They wanted to buy it, and a business was born. Over the course of the following years, Olch expanded his offerings to a full line of neckties, bow ties, and accessories: all made in New York, and all cut from the finest materials. A decade after its founding, Olch’s signature combination of Old World craftsmanship and distinctly modern style is still going strong. (pics via flickr)

DOLBEAU - CANADIAN HABERDASHERY

Dolbeau was launched in 2010 by David Caplan and David Gross, based in a little workshop in Montreal, Canada. Specialized in neckwear, today they launch weekly a limited edition of high quality men's fashion accessories that have character, style, and a story. Each week, an edition of up to six products will be released. The editions follow a central theme and are accompanied by an informative blog post, describing the products and how to wear them. At Dolbeau everything is designed in-house, from the garment patterns to the products. They source the highest quality materials, like custom-made bone buttons from Italy, small-batch wool from the UK, and incredible Japanese cottons and linens. 

DRAKE'S @ No.3 CLIFFORD STREET, LONDON

Drake's opened it doors of No.3 Clifford Street almost a year ago on May 20th 2011. The building is a landmark in the heart of Mayfair on a stone throw from Saville Row and Bond street. The store is a must for those who love Haberdashery, well stocked with ties, bow ties, socks, etc. Enjoy the comfort of the Harris Tweed covered armchairs, the fire place and cabinetry from the Natural History Museum and simple wooden floors.

Drake's was founded in 1977 by Michael Drake, Jeremy Hull and Isabel Dickson, the original Drakes collection was comprised of mens quality scarves. A range of English handmade ties and printed silk handkerchiefs quickly followed, and today Drakes is the largest independent producer of handmade ties in England. On Friday there is someone from the factory in the store to show how a tie is finished with the slip-loop. The slip loop secures the slippers thread which allows the tie to move freely along it's entire length. Your purchase will be wrapped in a silk foil with a full explanation of a Drake's tie.

GITMAN VINTAGE NOT JUST A SHIRT

Gitman Vintage is known for their interesting designs, when it comes to all over prints. This Spring/Summer they present a variety of new ones, including an Union Jack Print, Tennis Racket print, Bandana Print, Rabbit Print, Hawaiian print and a preppy Nautical print. This season they don't just sell their famous shirts, but they also can stock you with shorts, pocket squares, bow ties and ties. (click here for a great selection)

"STAY PREPPY MY FRIENDS"

Ivy Prepster is just a few years old, the brand has grown to satisfy everything you'll need to complete your collegiate-inspired outfit. The brand is inspired by the resurgence of the tie in the male wardrobe and the modern prep movement, Ivy Prepster neckwear reflects the past, the present and future of knit ties. They reflect classic tie patterns, such as stripes and dots, as well as sweater-like argyle and fair isle motifs. Every Ivy Prepster knit tie is designed in the USA and handmade in Shanghai. Boy, I like that navy tie with anchor. "Stay Preppy my friend" they say at Ivy Prepster.