RATS 2012 Fall/Winter “BADMOON RISING” Lookbook

As a clothing label that strives to embody its “Way of Life” philosophy in each of its products, RATS takes its much acquainted approach in showcasing the latest fall/winter collection titled, “BADMOOD RISING.” Known to set a dark tone, while being rough around the edges, the brand’s consistent gritty image and nod to American biker culture does not go unnoticed — the lookbook title even pays homage to American rock band CCR’s foreboding single. Throughout the lookbook a full range of jackets, heavy tops, and knit headwear are introduced including a few accessories in the form of an anchor pendant and metal lighter case. Believing that life should not always be about glorious times and that life must be experienced like that of a rat crawling through the streets to survive, RATS has crafted these garments with just that purpose in mind.

Anchor Division x The Hip Store - Fall Picks

Jeans by Levi's Vintage Clothing, 505 1967 Rigid. Footwear by VISVIM, Serra Paccard hiking boots. Socks by Universal Works, rib sock yellow. Hat, Shirt, Knit & Jacket all by Oliver Spencer.  Photographed and styled by Liam from The Hip Store.

All products available now at www.thehipstore.co.uk

SPRING KIT Nº7 – BEACH BBQ - FREE / MAN

"The spring warmth we tend to experience near the end of May on the coast kicks off the season of impromptu beach or lake bbq weekends, so it's best to be prepared. The Rucksack from Southern Field Industries holds more than you think, making it perfect for a quick trek carrying your food and beverage options safely. Though you could just as easily throw on a pair of sneakers for this gathering, Leffot did a fantastic job creating these Brown Rowdy Chukka's, utilizing a beautiful waxy leather with one of Vibram's rugged brick soles. I would absolutely wear these on a hike and they would be able to take it. Finally, in the case that you find yourself needing a cap, Vetted just released this specially made 5 panel option at an attainable price point." Rogue Territory 10OZ Grey Caste Stanton Vetted 5 Panel Cap Chamberlain Popover Aviators Southern Field Industries Waxed Red Rucksack Quoddy Chukka Swamp Green Tee

Brown x 2-tacs "Seed It" Vest

2-tacs is a Japanese brand originated in 1998 by stylist, Ryoji Homma. With 2-tacs, Homma pays homage to classic blue collar styles and re-interprets them for modern day streetwear. The "Seed It" vest, recently highlighted in Inventory magazine, is part of the Brown collection by 2-tacs that was created in 2009. Its lightweight fabric and simple design makes this top a staple for this Spring and Summer.  

John Joseph x 10.Deep Lookbook

John "Bloodclot" Joseph was born in the 1970s in a Punk New York City. His formative years spent in a society "teeming with anger, desperation, violence and the birth of underground communities" allowed him to become a corner stone to the city's hardcore scene. A true renaissance man, from his "infamous band" the Cro-Mags, to his work as a screenwriter and author, right down to his devoted spiritual side. In the company's most recent lookbook they feature him wearing their Spring line, as well as polishing off the collection with a collabrative T-Shirt inspired by the Cro-Mags first album cover art. Watch an exclusive interview and lookbook at the 10.Deep website.

Animal - Made in the USA Collection

Made in USA is something you don’t see too often anymore especially in apparel. A tough economy has made most people choose a cheaper overseas production rate over national pride while letting craft and skillful blue collar work in America slowly fade away. When Animal first started all of our parts (although a small range of sprockets, pegs, and stems) were made domestically. We continued to make these products domestically until all of our manufacturers slowly started going out of business. We tried finding new manufacturers in the U.S. but they were all closing too. We had started making other products in Taiwan like tires because there were no factories or production outlets anywhere in the states capable of making them. Eventually we had no choice but to take everything overseas.

At the onset of deciding to make a proper clothing line we couldn’t find anywhere locally to make what we wanted so we went overseas. After being involved in the apparel industry and doing some digging we found a few different manufacturers we are really happy to work at home. The first of which was Demartini Canvas who produced our Kenmare back pack. Now we are expanding our Made in USA range with the Branded hat made by our friends at Quintin and Branded jacket made right here in New York City. Both the hat and jacket are made of wax cotton, which was milled in New Jersey where we drove to pick it up right from the factory. Waxed cotton is incredibly durable, windproof and water proof. It wears like leather and only gets better with age. On top of that this jacket is constructed to military-grade specifications. Accompanying these are two t-shirts: the Northern shirt, Made in USA and printed by America Icon in Newburgh, NY and the Branded pocket shirt which was constructed and assembled at a factory in Brooklyn a few blocks from my house.

This collection is small run and only available directly through our web-store. Although we’d love to produce all of our products domestically right not it’s just not possible. But look out for more small drops of locally made clothing in the future.