The Material Review
Issue 033: An Incomplete History of Online Fashion Fandom, Vintage Soccer Jerseys, The Customized Drink Epidemic and Chore Coat Recs.
Stories worth reading. Stop indexing the internet.
The Users Who Overtook the Machine
“A Relatively Brief, Entirely Incomplete History of Online Fashion Fandom” [SSENSE]
How Tweed Went From a Hunting Essential to a Beloved Menswear Fabric
“The cloth, which originated on Scottish estates, has developed a universal appeal.” [Robb Report]
A Moment in Time, Preserved in Polyester
“Vintage soccer jerseys have become a streetwear staple, and a target of major investors. Their real appeal lies in the memories they conjure.” [NYT]
The Tupperware Trap
“The company’s bankruptcy filing is a reminder that being first isn’t always enough.” [The Atlantic]
The Customized Drink Is Out of Control
“As cafes grant us the power to cobble together ultra-personalized beverages filled with syrups, powders, fruit chunks, boba and plenty of caffeine, we’re all soda jerks now.” [NYT]
A shortlist of things we’ve got our eye on.
Inis Meain Ribbed Fisherman Hat
Randy’s Garments Cotton Ripstop Service Jacket
Wythe Washed Flannel Workshirt
Crockett & Jones Denver
Noah Moleskin Shirt
Chore Coats
Frizmworks Backsatin French Work Jacket
L.C. King Olive Duck Chore Coat
Jungmaven Olympic Jacket
Form & Thread Canvas Atelier Overshirt
Drake’s Brown Wool-Cotton Three-Pocket Chore Jacket
Barena Visal Mante Overshirt