Collaborations and Releases with MotivMfg, William Lockie, Freenote Cloth, and Iron Heart
Each Black Friday, while the world stampedes toward the ephemeral and the disposable, we return with our annual counterpoint: “Buy Craft, Not Crap.” Rather than chase the churn of fast-made, fast-forgotten goods, check our curated set of collaborations and exclusives – MotivMfg, William Lockie, Iron Heart, Freenote Cloth – that stand firmly against the culture of overconsumption. These are pieces built with integrity, reasonably priced for their craftsmanship, and designed to gain character and value with each year of wear. Think of it as a compass bearing for those navigating the noise of markdown mania and the mountains of soon-to-be landfill.
We know our community well: the lifelong learners, the material obsessives, the provenance researchers, the folks who value what goes into a garment as much as what they get out of it. And while “sustainability” has become a marketing fixture across the industry, the reality is stark – overproduction and waste continue to accelerate as the developed world prioritizes price over value. Even as the conversations grow louder, consumption and unethical sourcing trends are heading in the wrong direction.
So this season, we’re reaffirming what we’ve always believed: sustainability isn’t a slogan – it’s a practice grounded in responsible raw material sourcing, transparent supply chains, honest production, and goods made to endure for decades. Value is not determined by the percentage discount, but by the lasting utility, beauty, and integrity of what you bring into your life.
For those already committed to thoughtful wardrobes and meaningful purchases, this collection is for you. Our limited-edition selections from heritage makers are crafted from the finest materials in pieces that honor both the creators and the wearers. On a commercial “holiday” built on excess, now stretched into weeks, here’s a collection rooted in purpose, longevity, and the soul-soothing satisfaction of choosing craft over crap.
MotivMfg x Division Road
We are pleased to present MotivMfg atelier-level precision to a range of our exclusive designs cut from Fox Brothers® and Abraham Moon® cloths sourced by Division Road over the years and dead-stocked at the production studio. This merging of our archives, rare cloth, and architectural tailoring reflects a union of our longstanding partnership with the Best in Beijing, combining timeless style and craft with a modern aesthetic and utility.
William Lockie x Division Road
From the century-old Scottish knitters comes a pairing of richly patterned Fair Isle Crewneck Sweaters and our exclusive Oxford Vest. Available in unique palettes and patterns that underscore the tradition and refinement for which Lockie is known, these fall-through-spring staples elevate wardrobes with heirloom-grade construction and character.
Freenote Cloth
Contributing a robust Japanese Melton Wool Midway Shirt, the Lambert in a custom stripe for a period-correct workwear staple, and the Workers Chinos in Tan Slub Canvas, each piece from Freenote Cloth consistently embodies the brand’s craft integrity. These garments combine utilitarian design with premium fabrics exclusively developed and produced in Japan for everyday longevity.
Iron Heart
The ever-popular N1 Deck Jacket returns in a classic, authentic to the original Navy 12 oz. Whipcord. Paired with a new Blue American Check Ultra Heavy Flannel Work Shirt in the signature Aspero Cotton, these pieces highlights the brand’s hallmark of overbuilt construction and uncompromising materials built for decades of hard use in a refined, workwear-rooted style.
