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Tree-lined Montana Avenue pleases many and carries a quiet kind of magic. It’s a sunny stretch
of fancy boutiques, restaurants and cafés from Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica to the Brentwood
District of Los Angeles. It sees a little bit of everybody and those who are nice to be seen. From
the 1920s to the mid-80s, it’s charm was made up of something different: unique stores that
had their own image, mom and pop shops, soda fountains, a hardware store and some empty
lots.
The Montana Trucker Hat is a nod to those who first made it iconic, not on Montana Avenue, but
from the auto and tractor parts dealerships of middle America. It’s been transformed as a
working class accessory into a beachy, utilitarian-inspired staple with its wide brim, mesh
panels and large, foam front. When perched low, it feels a little rebellious but carries sunlight
and stories, much like the olden days on Montana Avenue.
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Abbot Kinney Boulevard feels like the best friend you wish lived next door - the kind who invites
you for bites on a whim, where you could walk outside for golden hour walks and easy
conversation. It’s that part of Venice Beach where you hit a cross-section of America, with all
the feels of what Venice was, what it could be and what it is today. Named for the developer and
tobacco magnate who founded Venice Beach back in the early 1900s, the mile-long stretch
radiates brightness, from the colors of murals and painted shops to the effortless, every day
sight of the sun setting into the earth. The Abbot Kinney Woven Colorful Sweater evokes
comfort, warmth and brings to the forefront the joys of laid back Los Angeles with its soft
threads and perfect feel.
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Sepulveda Boulevard covers a lot of ground. Named in 1925 after 18th
century Mexican-born soldier and patriarch of the prominent Sepúlveda
Family, Francisco Xavier de Sepúlveda, the 42.8 mile stretch was developed
in the 1920s & 30s to connect the San Fernando Valley to the Westside.
Known as the longest street in LA County, it meanders from the mountains to
the sea passing through some of the most diverse parts of LA. History aside,
the Sepulveda Short isn’t just a shorty short, it carries weight and holds true
as a summer style icon all throughout the valley no matter the season. When
paired with a woven sweater or a bikini top, it’s versatility feels natural and
never too short. It feels playful, carefree and tailored enough to wear just
about anywhere.
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Known for being extremely steep and notorious for no stop signs, walking
down Baxter Street in Echo Park/Silver Lake is a dance of momentum and
exhilaration with every step. Built in the 1890s before modern, strict
street-grade regulations were put in place, it has a 32% grade which made it
perfect as an unofficial testing ground for car manufacturers.The Baxter slide
doesn’t share the same incline but we like to think it shares the same thrills
and spirit. It’s easy to slip on, backless, open toed with a wide band and ready
for an LA lunch date or trip to the beach.
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Normandie Avenue is one of Los Angeles’s longest north-south streets
covering about 22.5 miles of ground. It’s renowned for its toughness, much
like the Normandie Canvas Jacket. Each crease, scuff and mark tells a story,
making the Normandie a one-of-a-kind chronicle of life’s adventures. We see
and feel its durability which has made an impact through Los Angeles history
in moments of heavy lifting, tireless labor, and the steadfast resilience that
shaped the city. As fashion trends have evolved, the Normandie has retained its
appeal with its heritage style and hard-wearing utility.
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Marengo Avenue, named after the ranch that gave rise to South Pasadena, is a
pepper tree lined street where history has stood the test of time — its
Craftsman-style bungalows built in the early 1900s by architects, contractors
and artisans in sturdy, denim-clad workwear. It’s a testament to their hard
work. Each pair of the Marengo Jean is cut, sewn, and finished with durability
in mind and designed for longevity. Balancing old-world precision with modern
wearability, they’re finished with a light rinse for a touch of softness and the
beginnings of worn-in character that only deepen as the months turn to years.
They get softer with every wash, but don’t lose the history from their roots
throughout California and the San Gabriel Valley.
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Traveling on Huntington Drive between Los Angeles and Pasadena in the
1930s would have taken you past an ostrich farm, a hot dog stand and the first
restaurant opened by the McDonald Brothers. Every hero has an origin, much
like the Huntington t-shirt. The t-shirt began as a practical undergarment worn
by soldiers and servicemen underneath uniforms. It evolved into one of the
most influential and universal pieces of clothing in modern history — a
garment shaped by labor, war, rebellion, pop culture, and self-expression. Its
the essence of simplicity — a long-lived uniform of everyday life.