Wabi Sabi: other things that evo
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This is a great idea for a thread.
It may be kinda weird, but I really appreciated seeing the degradation/evo of my skate/everyday shoes compared with a new pair of the same model that recently arrived. I don't know if a beaten-up pair of sneakers can really be considered beautiful, per se, but I just really enjoyed the juxtaposition of old and new.
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Gustin Horween horsehide belt in natural. I like this one because it’s thin. I like thinner belts with my thick denim, cause I’m weird like that. 2 years consistent wear.
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I’ve been carrying this pen most days for the past 9 years… (Monday thru Friday at least)
Tender Natural Belt after about 6 years:
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Technically this is IH and probably belongs in that thread, but the indigo crocking on my hoodie's label caught my eye yesterday.
Additionally, my favorite hat doesn't get washed–or won't until it stinks.
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That's a specious definition of evolution, which is just something changing over time and reflecting the passage of time and use. Fading, wear and tear, stains, crocking, tarnish, and yes even dirt can fall under that category.
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I’ve used this pan several times a week for like 15 years. It came out of a toaster oven, which is long gone. It’s great for the oven when you don’t need a whole sheet pan. It’s the exact length of a slice of bacon.
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You’re a brave man cooking bacon in the oven. Last time I tried that smoke came billowing out because of the grease. But dang, those were some awesome bacon wrapped jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese [emoji1641]
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325-350 works just fine. I’m probably braver for eating this much bacon…
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This old Case xx sheath c/o @derivative666 . I wish the suppleness of the aged leather were electronically transmissible. This lockback blade has gotten much carry of late, and the Case's case has something to do with that. It is attached to a beautiful belt from @seawolf ZeeBee Leather. Look at that grain and the immaculate saddle stitching!
The ravages of time have done a number on my Sambas but they're going strong.
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@Sheepdog149 those are both ridiculously good. What boots are they? I can only hope that my Chromexel viberg engineers look that good one day.
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@Sheepdog149 those are both ridiculously good. What boots are they? I can only hope that my Chromexel viberg engineers look that good one day.
Thanks boss! They're horsehide Phigvels from Japan. They were resoled by Role Club. The steerhide wallet is from Japan too. It's darkened quite a bit with use, suntanning and hand rubbed coconut oil[emoji16]
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Heck yeah! That's a great example.
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Hard to capture the differences but here is my Bexar Hudson briefcase brand new (2014) and today. The leather has softened and broken in beautifully. The bag width was just under 4" new and is now a touch over 5" (gussett break in). The brass hardware has a nice patina to it as well.
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Flat Head calf sneakers. I think @Madame Buttonfly had a pair too.
Indeed I do, well remembered! My first pair were navy, and looking pretty worn - my black pair look incredibly good considering length of time I've had them (5 years, maybe longer?) and the amount of wear they get. Incredibly comfy too.
(apologies for photo quality)
