#3
Universal Works
Independent Nottingham menswear label reworking British and mid-century workwear into relaxed, well-made staples like its Bakers Jacket and Aston trousers.
What changes. UK sources and fabrics, less vintage-machinery construction
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#4
Gitman Vintage
Archive-driven shirting line from American shirtmaker Gitman Bros., launched in 2008 and built on heritage fabrics and US-made button-downs.
Why it's similar. Both brands emphasize high-quality craftsmanship and have a heritage-inspired design aesthetic.
What changes. Shirts only, no denim or outerwear
#5
Bleu de Paname
Parisian label founded in 2009 that updates French workwear staples — chore coats, utility trousers, knitwear — with made-in-France production.
Why it's similar. Bleu de Paname updates French workwear staples, chore coats, utility trousers and knitwear, with made-in-France production, the Parisian counterpart to orSlow's mid-century American reproductions.
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#15
Djerf Avenue
Swedish direct-to-consumer label by Matilda Djerf making non-seasonal minimalist staples — relaxed blazers, sweat sets, wide-leg denim — sold online.
#16
Reigning Champ
Vancouver-based athletic-wear brand making Canadian-made terry sweats, Pima jersey tees and minimal, logo-light training staples.
#17
Blue Blue Japan
Tokyo label from Seilin & Co., making Japanese-made clothing dyed with natural plant indigo using shibori, katazome and boro techniques.
#20
Oliver Spencer
London menswear label from tailor Oliver Spencer, making relaxed suiting, workwear jackets and knitwear from British and Italian fabrics.
#21
Carhartt WIP
European-run fashion offshoot of American workwear brand Carhartt, reworking Detroit jackets and duck canvas staples for skate and streetwear audiences.
#22
NEEDLES
Needles is Keizo Shimizu's Nepenthes in-house label, reworking Americana and 1970s leisurewear, best known for its butterfly-logo velour track pants.
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