Very proud to announce that the second edition of “The Essential Cap” is finally available for purchase!

Only 24 pieces available.

*Special thank you to Quimari Majette for the dope illustration.

The Essential Cap (Snapback Edition)

Designer’s Note:
I wish I had a better story to share with you on how the cap was developed, but in all honestly it was fairly simple once I finally made up my mind that I was going to actually produce a snapback. Just to give you a little background info, for about 3 months prior to production I was going back and forth with the idea of making snapbacks but I kept changing my mind because I didn’t want to fall into the (ubiquitous) trend. Then about a month later I spotted the amazing digi-camo denim fabric and I thought it would be cool as a snapback- however I still wasn’t sold on the idea. So the way I decided to settle the dispute with myself was by flipping a coin…and apparently the snapback won. I hope you enjoy!

Description:
-5 Panels

-Printed Denim Fabric in Digi-Camo

-Woven Label

-Adjustable Strap (1 size fits most)

-Individually Numbered

-Made & Crafted in Los Angeles (USA)

Price: $38

Colors

Here’s the third installment of “Essential Picks ❘ Retail Edition“ with MILKMADE, but this time featuring some of the store’s awesome accessories.  This is only a small fraction of all the great stuff they have in now; from BLK PINE WORKSHOP to MIANSAI.  Check out some of the standout pieces (at least to me) below.  *Disclaimer* This is not a review- simply just a visual display of the pieces I liked and thought were essential.  Enjoy.

- Side Bag by BLK PINE WORKSHOP (Pendleton Side Bag)
- Tote by BLK PINE WORKSHOP (Pendleton Medium Wool Tote)

- Bag by BLK PINE WORKSHOP (Pendleton Boston Bag)

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My buddy Manabu of SFI does it again- he just released this amazing looking bag called the “Waxed Haversack” in assortment of different colors.  It’s ideal in size, and perfect for daily use.  This one has to be my favorite bag of course after the “Waxed Rucksack“.

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Details:
- Japanese #11 Waxed Canvas
- Japanese #6 Waxed Canvas Lining (Khaki)
- Japanese Vegetable Tanned Cow Leather
- Japanese Solid Brass Hardwares
- Japanese Vegetable Tanned Cow Leather(Painting Edge Finish)
- Inner Partition Pocket
- Inner Key Pocket
- Two Layer Front Pocket
- Full Leather Flap
- Height 250 x Width 350 x Depth 8 (mm)
- All Handmade in Japan

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About two months ago I received a beautiful package from Southern Field Industries, and inside was this “Waxed Rucksack”.  If you know me personally then you would know that this bag is right up my alley.  When I say I love everything about this bag, I mean EVERYTHING- from the British Millerain Waxed Cotton (used for the body) to the fully lined Tartan Plaid fabric to Red Wing Shoes Boot Lace (used as a drawstring) to Japanese Vegetable Tanned Cow Leather (base and other accents). And the most important part is that the rucksack is amazing beyond looks, with it being handmade it ensures a certain craftsmanship and quality that you can’t always expect from mass produce items.

SFI Rucksack (Antique Red)

Details:
- Waxed Cotton Body (from British Millerain)
- Japanese Woven #9 Cotton Canvas Lining
- Japanese Vegetable Tanned Cow Leather
- Boots Lace Drawstring Cord(from Red Wing Shoes)
- YKK “Excella” Zipper
- Japanese Solid Brass Hardwares
- Height 16.5″ x Width 14.25″ x Depth 4″
- All Handmade in Japan

SFI Rucksack (Antique Red)

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