New Balance M998CSEF

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—01. Suede and mesh uppers.
—02. Embroidered heel branding.

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If I was asked, I'd have to say that the 998 was formerly my favourite New Balance shoe, only to be ousted by all the incredible 990 and 997 models that have come out over the last few years. With this new colourway however, a strong case has been made for a change in sneaker hegemony once again. The impeccably balanced grey and navy option is one of the best I’ve ever seen, and sure to be a hit.

—Available from Blue Button Shop

Russell Moccasin Sporting Clays Chukka

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—01. Tanned Chromexel leather.

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With the exception of one or two stores, Russell Moccasin fans have a hard time finding shops in North America offering collaborative styles produced with the Wisconsin bookmaker. Working with the company for the first time this season, Blue Button Shop have now made that a little easier. The Toronto-based retailer is offering three of the brand’s iconic models in a handful of interesting leathers, one of which is a personal favourite of mine: the Sporting Clays Chukka.

—Available from Blue Button Shop

New Balance CT300SKK

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—01. Made in Flimby, UK.

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Blue Button Shop has just received this outstanding version of the CT300 by New Balance. The black suede upper, tonal ’N’ logo, and contrasting sole unit make for an understated treatment on an appealing retro tennis shoe, that's seen a quiet renaissance in recent years next to their always popular running styles.

—Available from Blue Button Shop

Anachronorm Satin Easy Pants

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—01. Single back pocket.
—02. Sulfide dyed.

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It isn't a hangup I expect everyone to have when it comes to pants, but I don't normally advocate for a flyless, slightly amorphous shape with a drawstring waistband. There is something about this pair, however, that has me reconsidering that judgement. The details are exceptional, not least the sulfide dyed fabric and the uniqueness of a single back pocket on a fatigue style.

—Available from Blue Button Shop

New Balance M998: Bring Back Series

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—01. Made in USA.

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The all grey New Balance releases are always the ones that catch my attention and Blue Button Shop has one of the most desirable colourways in one of the most sought after models still available. Options like this are the best of the best in my opinion, to be chosen any day over vibrant of-the-moment limited editions that are rolled out in steady streams. More all grey colourways, I say!

—Available from Blue Button Shop

Kapital Katsuragi Django Pea Coat

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—01. 100% cotton.

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Kapital’s restrained designs are the ones that always catch my eye, ranking alongside some of the best from any Japanese brand. This single breasted pea coat is certainly of that ilk, featuring an overall simplicity, free from any superfluous details. The shorter cut and option to button the lapel at the neck make it a good choice if you're looking for a unique, lightweight cotton version of the always classic naval style.

—Available from Blue Button Shop

Life Stationery Vermilion Notebook

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—01. A6 Size.
—02. Lined.

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Notebooks are a great addition to coat pockets for making lists and jotting things down, but there are so many different options to choose from. These two, featuring graphics based on Life magazine covers from 1951, are handmade in Japan with different coloured jackets to distinguish lined from grid paper. Perhaps most importantly though, they are very affordable so you can stock up on enough for every coat in your closet.

—Available at Blue Button Shop

Phigvel Zip Hooded Sweatshirt

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—01. Made in Japan.
—02. 100% cotton.

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This simple 1950s sweatshirt, featuring an oatmeal body and contrasting navy pocket and hood details, from the Japanese brand Phigvel, is the right decision for a finely made, lightweight athletic fleece. The two-tone colourway sets it apart from the scores of monochrome versions out there and the two-way zipper adds a nice touch. 

—Available at Blue Button Shop