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J.Crew Denim Relaunch
J.Crew enters the selvedge denim game with its redesigned denim pant collection. Increasingly popular Japanese denim is the star; the line’s 13.5-ounce denim is sourced from Kaihara Mill in Japan, where it’s tailored and dyed according to a process dating back to the ’70s, then sent to Wonderland Concepts in Henderson, Kentucky, for hours-long washing cycles. Available in straight, slim and “slimmest” cuts, they’re worthy contenders; be sure to up your cuffing technique.
Gez Gear Compression Sleeves
If compression sleeves work for you, try these offerings from Gez, a new company from Atlanta, Georgia offering sturdy compression sleeves with attachable “gel packs” for direct heat/cold application.
Strider Bikes
Encouraging your kids to be athletic doesn’t have to clash with avoiding as many scraped knees as possible; pedal-free bikes offer a great way to do both.
House Industries Oxblood Big and Tall Blocks
Made with kiln-dried basswood and lead-free paint, these imaginatively designed yet understated blocks can both class up a playroom and lighten up the bar cart.
Camera Swagg
The much-loved Moneymaker camera strap gets a lighter-weight treatment in heavy-duty nylon for comfortable and adaptable camera gear carry.
Speck MightyPack Plus
Speck’s first-ever backpack features molded EVA foam, triple-layered padded base cushions, flexible compartments (including dedicated pockets for chargers) for versatile gadget storage and more. (Bonus points for the TSA approval.)
Reviews and Buying Guides
Advice from the Crew
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These Upgraded Wardrobe Essentials Are Worth the Price
You invest in your car. Why not your clothes? Here are the wardrobe staples, from baseball caps to blue jeans, that are worth an extra penny. Read the Review
Noteworthy Reads
Style Stories from Around the Web
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