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Feb 14 Fade Friday – Naked & Famous Left Hand Twill (2 years, 3 washes, 1 soak) - Cockpit USA
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/ Fade Friday /
Fade Friday – Naked & Famous Left Hand Twill (2 years, 3 washes, 1 soak)
From Canada to Indonesia, Naked & Famous fades can be found the world over. This time around, it’s a pair of Left Hand Twill Skinny Guy jeans worn by our friend Yitzhak Bongenaar for over two years.
Interestingly, these N&Fs aren’t heavyweight jeans like many Southeast Asian denimheads seem to prefer, so it’s especially impressive that they endured the sweltering heat and friction of the tropical climes. That’s a testament to the craftsmanship of Naked & Famous if you ask us.
All of Yitzhak’s wear has culminated in some insanely contrasty fades in the stacks, combs, and especially the knee bags, which are among the most contrasted knees we’ve ever seen. Kept alive with patches and pure determination, Yitzhak has put in the work and got the rewards with this pair.
Have a look at the fades above or see the rest of Yitzhak’s work on Instagram.
/ In Partnership with Cockpit USA /
While we know and love Cockpit USA for its military jackets, you best believe their Moto Collection can ride with the best of 'em. This collection steers away from the brand's swathe of classic flight jackets and other military pieces and pulls into iconic moto style, all put together with the same heritage DNA as the rest of Cockpit's goods.
Drawing on the golden era of Motorcycling (1925-1946), the Cockpit USA Moto Collection has options for anyone looking for a rugged, biker-centric leather — from horsehide Riders Jackets to Stonewashed Goatskin Dispatch Jackets, and more.
Head over to Cockpit USA to see the full collection.
/ New Releases /
If HAVEN held a military contract for garment manufacturing, the RCAF would be flooded with new recruits and the USAF would be green with envy. I mean come on now, look at how their Pilot Jackets in Wool Charcoal and Wool Ash turned out.
Powered by Loro Piana‘s Primaloft Storm System, these bomber jackets get a luxurious leg up on the completion but providing 200g of Primaloft Gold insulation. Trust us, you won’t be worried about the cross breeze wearing this thing. Modeled after the L-2A, the inverted snap flap pockets and left sleeve pocket system steal the show while the ribbed collar, hem, and cuffs complete the iconic look. This Canadian-made subtle banger may not be olive drab or emergency orange in color but the grey shades give it some sophistication allowing you to dress it up far beyond the capabilities of the reproductions we are well acquainted to seeing. So yeah, go ahead and separate yourself from the pack, in style. Just don’t think it gives you the right to pilot an aircraft based on style or confidence alone.
Available for $825 from HAVEN.
The Freenote Cloth Japanese Wool Blend Twill Bodie Shirt in Black Stripe looks to be one hell of a shirt. Cozy, sophisticated, and built-to-last – just how we like our shirting. I mean, just look at this fabric, it’s unlike anything we’ve seen in recent memory, so stock up while you can. A fabric this special isn’t going to stick around in stockrooms.
This 7 oz. Japanese blanket stripe twill fabric is loosely woven for breathability and softness in the springtime. with a wool-poly-nylon-acrylic composition, it’s as robust of a shirting-weight blanket fabric as there is. The Bodie bodes some impressive detailing, too: mid-century style metal buttons forged in Japan, dual flap-closure acorn-shaped chest pockets, felled seam construction, curved back yoke reinforcement, chainstitch construction, and bar tack seam reinforcements.
All of this is tonal stitched in the USA by Freenote’s expert craftspeople, which bodes well for a shirt you’ll want to use forever.
Available for $300 from Division Road.
Levi’s Vintage Clothing is back with a partial return to form with the 1933 501 Jeans in Dark Indigo Organic denim. These 1933-era Levi’s reproductions were made to work but you don’t have to be a gold miner to appreciate old-timey jawns — any denimhead can find a reason to love classic garments like these.
They’re still a five-pocket jean, with a few other details you don’t see too much anymore — exposed rivets for example. LVC is still preserving the history of their denim designs and construction techniques for the good of us all, not every pair of jeans can or should be heavyweight slim tapered jeans made for internet-approved high contrast fading.
Coming in a straight-leg fit that tilts toward the wider side of the spectrum, each pair is made in Japan from 100% cotton 12 oz. Japanese-milled selvedge denim. But the key to this release is the depression-era details like a reproduction National Recovery Act label, period-correct Levi’s arcuates, and those aforementioned exposed rivet reinforcements. A more obvious detail on first look is the lack of belt loops on the rear, which are subbed for a rear cinch and suspender buttons.
Available for $312 from HAVEN.
/ Weekly Rundown /
The Best Defense – Patagonia Stories
Inside Vietnam’s Raw Denim Subculture – Stridewise
Westminster Dog Show 2025: Unforgettable Dogs Like Monty, Mercedes and Bourbon – The New York Times
Guide – How to measure your feet properly – Shoegazing
All the Shoes & Boots Derek Guy Loves—and a Few He Really Doesn’t – Stitchdown
How to Wash a Down Jacket: Expert Guide to Washing & Drying Down Garments – Field Mag
Celebrating Black Designer Bill Whitten – Levi Strauss & Co.
Naked Kudu Returns: The One-of-a-Kind Leather That Had to Come Back – Crown Northampton
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