CSL

On a little music tour, me and a drummer, staying in houses of folks involved with organizing the concerts. Meanwhile at home our valley is on fire again (The Gifford Fire), it's only been about a month since the last one. The fire crews are getting a lot of work this year...

I've always used scissors. If you have access to a small pair you can get it close to invisible.

Thanks!

$325 but that's imported to the US. I would think somewhat less if you can order directly from Japan.

I thought these At Last pants that I got from Brogueshop the other day, could benefit from a proper trouser cuff, and creases. Today I tackled the job. I'd forgotten what a pain in the ass it is to do this kind of cuff, especially if there's any kind of taper to the lower leg. I'll spare you all the details. The end result look decent.

Check in 7.22.25. Now the heat's on I'm not wearing them as much as I'd like, but I think some evolution is evident.

There were a handful of us who tried to rekindle, but the fire wouldn't catch. Apparently it had just run its course. Double O had been a major contributor, sparking off conversations like he does here. When he departed a large amount of air went out of the balloon, and there was no getting it back. Of course there were other factors, the LeRoy incident being a big one, causing other major contributors to back away. But joking aside, someone should save the photos from the How It's Worn (or whatever they called it over there) thread. There were some seriously stylish and photogenic folks posting regularly. Would make a nice coffee table book...

Earlier this week Mrs. CSL and I decided to escape the heat and head to the California Coast for a few days. We had no definite plan other than to stop wherever seemed interesting and fun. Half Moon Bay was our first stop. After a night in a very smoky hotel room (from a fireplace apparently without adequate venting) we found a nice row of horticultural shops. Lot's of nice orchids here. We bought a few. Then we headed to San Carlos to visit Brogueshop (I lied when I said there was no definite plan...).It's a beautiful store and perhaps the only place in the US that stocks Freewheelers? Definitely the only one that stocks Timeworn/AtLast Co. It was great to see their products in person. A cap and glasses that I didn't buy. I did snag some things however, and Mrs. CSL got a sweater (already put away). I really didn't need another FW flannel shirt but as I've now become fond of saying, "Sometimes even when you don't need it, you need it..." We headed back to Miramar Beach, had dinner and searched for lodgings, finding a nice B&B by the ocean. Obligatory seagull pic His tracks and mine (Paraboot as usual). I think these structures are some kind of an art gallery made to look like a viking stave church I think. The next day we headed south planning to stop somewhere around Monterey. Encountered what I'm told is an authentic British pub along the way😉. 1st wear for the new FW shirt. Now it'll be in the closet until November probably. After this we encountered some LA grade traffic around Santa Cruz. After driving round in circles trying to get to a Starbucks, mainly for the bathroom we took a random road and pulled into a parking lot to regroup. By a complete coincidence we were at the Universal Audio facility. Those involved with music and recording will no doubt be familiar with the brand. Braving the road again we started our search for the night's accommodations. We found a place in Pacific Grove which worked fine as we weren't bothered about being in Monterey proper. (I visit there every year for a music festival). We enjoyed the neighborhood. A good selection of restaurants, record shops (one with a bar), and an art museum focused on local artists of the Steinbeck era, most or all being associated of his. I was very keen on this guy's work, of which I was previously unaware. After that we had lunch and visited an antique mall. I didn't buy these books but thought them cool enough to photo. Then it was back to the 101, and gradually rising temperatures, before arriving home at sunset. Since I can't figure out how to delete these extras let's call them bonus pics.

I'm sorry to hear the Lee 101 jacket had quality control issues. A few years back, I bought one of their jackets which became a go to piece for me. While obviously not on the level of the Japanese heritage brands, it was a super solid piece that looked great on. Apparently the brand has gone downhill.

Wide legged, loose top block.

Shrunk and faded?

When I was a kid there was a pamphlet going around where one could mail order racy, joke themed t-shirts. A couple that I recall : "Smile if you've screwed this morning" (this was just lettering) "Makin' Bacon" (with a cartoon image of two pigs having sex) Perhaps someone can notify the FW crew.

Clarify for me please, Gents. Regarding the Helmet Laws tee, the objection is to the literal sentiment rather than not pulling off the 70s vibe correctly, yes? It was interesting to see the reactions here. Personally if I saw someone wearing that I'd interpret it as a vintage reference, 70s Biker chic for want of a better term. Then again I do realize that the majority of people would have zero knowledge of that particular 70s biker protest and probably see it as a literal statement.

Thanks Double 0. I'll start searching.

Yes. Looks good like that.^^^