Created in Cambrai, Northern France, chambray is a lightweight and tough fabric that was traditionally used for casual workwear. It’s woven with a dyed warp against and unbleached weft. This particular chambray is made in Japan with natural dyes for exceptional color depth. It’s soft and very comfortable.
Ours, just in from New England Shirt Co. [...]
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The Chambray Shirt
June 3, 2010 – 1:01 pm
GOOD SHIRTS. GOOD JOBS.
March 31, 2010 – 4:29 pm
We just returned from our first visit to what was formerly Fall River Shirts and is now New England Shirt Company.
Long story short: large shirt manufacturer in Fall River Massachusetts falls victim to overseas production and a tough economy. Entrepeneur (and good friend of ours) buys some of the equipment at auction, secures loan, gets [...]
Compagno Bag
February 5, 2010 – 1:52 pm
Easily the best three-nighter bag we have seen yet. Once again, Michael Toschi comes through with form (style) and function.
The bag makes sense: stiff sides so you can see your packings, all sorts of organizational pockets, and (this is the real genius part) a separate zippered shoe compartment. A slightly high-tech look that makes the [...]
The Genius of Bobbie
December 4, 2009 – 11:20 am
Last July, I mentioned to our window designer of over twenty-five years, “Let’s trim all the mannequins as if they were snowmen for our Holiday windows.”
He nodded, and continued his work.
Well, here we are, December 3rd, and the Holiday trim is happening.
Only genius, passion and hard work makes art like this happen. I had no [...]
It’s Black Friday!
November 26, 2009 – 8:05 pm
Hot coffee. Festive treats. Warm hospitality. Fabulously stylish gifts for one and all.
Please join us tomorrow, Black Friday, 10 to 6 pm., at David Wood, McKenzie Tribe and Barbour by David Wood, all located in Portland’s Old Port.
Happy Holidays!
See you soon,
Turkey Etiquette
November 19, 2009 – 2:36 pm
Just in time for the holidays, a refresher course on the proper etiquette for wearing ties, courtesy of Drakes London.
Like good manners, rising to the occasion and dressing well never go out of style.
Enjoy!
See you soon,
GQ Takes Notice Again
November 16, 2009 – 3:32 pm
The Horse Riding Jacket from Barbour’s To Ki To Beacon Heritage Collection, as featured in GQ Magazine’s Season’s 10 Best Waxed Jackets.
We’d mention it was rated number one, but that might be considered boasting.
Stop by Barbour by David Wood, 235 Commercial Street, Portland, Maine, and see why the fashion press is positively abuzz with the [...]
When Men Wore Hats
November 14, 2009 – 2:46 pm
For an unexpected, stylish touch. The Joey hat by Wigens, in 100 percent wool.
Available now at McKenzie Tribe, 237 Commercial Street, Portland. Call 207.699.5575 for more information.
See you soon,
Profile in Style
November 3, 2009 – 4:09 pm
Our very own David Hodgkins is profiled in the November/December issue of Maine Magazine, with the headline, “Clothier, gentleman, arbiter of good taste.”
Indeed. On behalf of David Wood, McKenzie Tribe and Barbour by David Wood, we couldn’t agree more. Thank you Maine Magazine!
See you soon,
