Inspired by city life (and to a certain extent golfwear), Amongst Friends’ founder Mikol Stambaugh wanted to blur the line between streetwear and traditional prepwear. The result is clean, oxford Hyannis-Port preppy mixed with a Brooklyn streetwear edge. We love his classic outerwear, simple shirting, and funky belts. View Collection

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Founded by Kansas City native Adam Kaleikau, Angry Ape clothing has created his own unique style of t-shirts. Inspired by the cultures of both coasts and the motto “Play On”, the clothing is bold, creative, and cool. View Collection

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CJJQ was created from the intrigue of fashion, art, photography and a higher standard of excellence. San Francisco born but influenced and raised from cultures across the globe, CJJQ takes pride in its worldly grassroots approach to creating perfect garments. We love their motto “Do the most. Do the best. Stay well dressed.” View Collection

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Los Angeles, CA born Dime a Dozen Clothing makes this look easy. Keyword look. Inspired by the sophistication and nuances of everyday living, they express themselves through simplicity in design, shape, and texture. But don’t confuse simple with elementary. Dime got its start by emphasizing quality, not quantity. To them, the fine details matter. Sometimes cool need not be complicated. View Collection

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Elwood Clothing is inspired by skateboarders, art and music. Often, they collab with skaters to come up with cutting edge designs for everyday use. Elwood is also committed to the environment by using substantial fabrics such as hemp, organic cotton, and bamboo. Elwood also offers a Born On Gurantee for all of their products. Sharp. View Collection

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University of Kansas students Alex Beal, Paul Redlingshafer, and Jordan Allison founded E THE REAL clothing to offer “fresh and affordable” apparel to college students worldwide. Their bold yet simple t-shirts are bright, conscious, and decidedly West coast. View Collection

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Founded by Quad City native, former hoopster, and surfer looking dude Connor Carrara, FLiBY Clothing Co. is inspired by music and alternative sports cultures. FLiBY embodies a new generation of crispy young Thundercats who want it all and want to do it all. They’re clothing is about finding creative ways to express living free, doing you, and ignoring the rest. View Collection

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GoodWoodNYC was started in 2007 by combining fashion and modern art through wooden accessories. All products are designed and hand-made in their workshop in Brooklyn, NY. Thanks to their mad attention to detail, GoodWood is the premier wooden jeweler for just about everyone. They’ve been known to collab with Nike, Mishka, DC, Snoop and Mos Def. As Randy Moss would say – they’re “straight cash homie.” View Collection

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JS Blank & Co. is the oldest family owned neckwear company in New York City. Since 1920 they have perfected the art of classic, old school handmade bowties, neckties, and pocket squares for the dapper gent. View Collection

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Mighty Healthy explores both the tragedy and comedy of daily life in the metropolis. With a diverse audience and witty eye, Mighty engages through hidden meaning, coded language and raw-New York sarcasm. All filtered through the prism of Classic All-American ideals. Good, bad and unapologetic, it embraces the tried and true spirit of street progression. In an age of “look-alikes” and music-video-inspired uniforms, today’s young man seeks distinction. View Collection

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Mitchell & Ness offers vintage inspired NBA, NFL, MLB, and NHL snapback hats that remind us of a simpler time – when we had Starter jackets, Tommy jeans and pagers. These crisp, retro hats come in a variety of colorways, often in limited editions. View Collection

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Profound Aesthetic was founded in 2008 by a group of like minded individuals who valued forward-thinking, creativity, and everyday life. Their clothing represents the beauty of the highs and lows of real life. Somehow they’ve delicately blended intelligence, art, and swagger in their designs. Needless to say, we’re impressed. View Collection

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Rocksmith is in the hip hop genre of clothing (pretty much worn by everybody – Diddy, Wheezy, Hova), but don’t let that fool you, they’re special. They offer a complete collection of unique streetwear from a Japanese perspective. The brand started in Tokyo by a DJ crew inspired by US hip hop from the late 80’s early 90’s. Today in NYC, Rocksmith pays homage to throwback jams, Yo! MTV Raps, and the Gumbi fade through the eyes of Tokyo and New York City nightlife. View Collection

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Kansas City native Phil Sike, founder of Sikenomics Clothing, is a man of many talents – DJ, artist, and clothing designer. His intricately designed t-shirts, hoodies, and accessories are brash, bold, and thought provoking. View Collection

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Made by the same folks who make Naked & Famous denim, Unbranded denim is simple, clean, and effective. Decidedly without frills, the raw, heavy 14.5oz Japanese selvege denim is dark and dressy. Perfect for a night out, “jeans day at the office” or underneath a simple tee. We happily endorse strong, good looking, non-bedazzled jeans. View Collection

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YMYL (“Your Music or Your Life”) produces handmade italian leather gun holsters. They come in classic black or chocolate with light top stitching. Perfect for your phone, wallet, flask, or perhaps a derringer. View Collection

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