September 19, 2011 by Simon Roe 
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Part of a small set of Needles items that includes a short scarf and some fingerless gloves all knitted in the same graduated style, these socks offer an interesting alternative to the various patterned and melange options available this season.
September 10, 2011 by Ryan Willms 
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—01. 51% Acrylic, 20% Alpaca, 20% Wool, 9% Polyester.
Needles have an interesting variety of cardigans available this fall. Some include unique trimmings, some use exotic fabrics, but this one just looks cozy. It might not be a classic shawl collar, or navy blue, but the texture and tone of the Boucle cardigan looks quite nice.
Needles August 7, 2011 by Simon Roe 
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June 3, 2011 by Ryan Willms 
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Nepenthes company, Needles, have released their sportswear spring-summer collection featuring some really clean functional pieces. This vest is definitely a strong point in their spring lineup which fuses both activewear and contemporary styles to create what Needles calls "techno-fabrics". Perfect for any occasion you might find palatable.
October 24, 2009 by Ryan Willms 
The quick release belt has always been an interesting item since the day I laid my eyes on it. Needles have them within their wide collections each season and while they always look quite nice, it has never been an item I've lusted after. I usually find I can get my belts off in good time, so it would be purely for the aesthetic of the belt, rather than the actual quick release function. The shape of the buckle is really nice however, and I feel there aren't many better matches for a pair of EG or Orlsow fatigue pants. The Needles model may be tough to come by, but Tim Hardy also make some very nice looking versions of their own and they are apparently pleasant to order from.
January 16, 2009 by Ryan Willms 
Made popular by Americana work wear, made available by Daiki Suzuki via Engineered Garments and Woolrich Woolen Mills and made awesome by great Japanese styling. While a lot of us have grown with more traditional 'fits' of slim pants, denim, jackets and shirting, there is something extremely appealing in the aesthetic conducted by some of Japan's designers and stylists which page homage to some classic Americana pieces. The baggy work pants, loose fitting blazer, wool vests, big knotted ties and more often than not, some great boots. A great example can be found in the last two Engineered Garments look books. It is however a slightly tough transition from a slim, well fitted outfit, to either incorporate some of these pieces or go all the way into the 'anti-fit'. I personally really like the look and have been doing a more slow incorporation with a couple items. It's been a common topic with a couple friends lately so I thought I should touch on the subject. When done right, there isn't much better, but doing it right isn't a particularly easy task unless you're buying full EG collections and happen to be aesthetically blessed.
I think the keys are cohesive materials, tonal colors, use of wools and the footwear and how the pants hit the shoe. Of course these are general points but any of them done right or wrong can make or break the entire look.
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