Rivet and Hide
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Over the weekend and the coming week we will be launching shirts, jeans, and jackets across many brands including The Flat Head, Pure Blue Japan, and from the latest brand to join us Mister Freedom. Stay tuned.
No better place to start on this forum tan with Iron Heart and the 555-01 jean. This is made from the signature 21 oz denim. For anyone unfamiliar with it is has been sanforized in such a way that it is ultra soft, whilst ultra tough, and in this fit is ultra slim. It's when you wear such a slim jean in this denim that you appreciate just how breathable and comfortable it is.
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/iron-heart/ih-555-01-slim-selvedge-jean.html
A wholly diffrent jean to the 555 in terms of weight and fit is the Hiut Work@ regular fit in 14 oz. Kuroki selvedge.
This is a more relaxed straight fit compared with the Slim Hack@.
These jeans are made in Wales, UK and for those interested David Heiatt who founded the brand 2 years ago, had a mission to tap into the skill base in his small coastal town of Cardigan. Back in the 80s and early 90s there were 400 jobs making jeans before companies outsourced the work to cheaper countries.A new generation of young Welsh people is learning the skill of making jeans. His mission "to get this town making jeans again" is gathering pace to the point that they work flat out to meet the growing demand. My slim selvedge jeans have been worn for about 13 months and are a personal favourite. They are very well made. Rolls of Japanese selvedge denim being delivered to this sleepy coastal town does put a smile on my face.
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/hiut-denim-co/hiut-denim-workat-regular-selvedge.html
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Our latest arrivals from Pure Blue Japan reveal just the extent to which they have mastered the production of complex indigo dyeing with the most intricate and sublime fabrics.
6 oz. Stainless Steel Work Shirt
I first saw this shirt in Tokyo last May. When the details were explained to me I thought we were lost in translation. The 6 oz. stainless steel and denim work shirt is made by twisting cotton fibres around a central filament of stainless steel to create a weft thread with a rope dyed warp. PBJ believe them to be the first to weave a selvedge fabric on shuttle looms in this way. This shirt will mould to your body shape like no other due to its unique construction.
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/pure-blue-japan/pbj-6-oz-stainless-steel-denim-work-shirt.html
PBJ Deep Indigo Western Shirt
The double indigo western shirt again uses the same principle as the denim jacket but this time in a lighter 6 oz. weight. It has a smooth and even handle but like anything Pure Blue Japan produce will fade out beautifully over time.
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/pure-blue-japan/pbj-deep-indigo-western-shirt.html
PBJ Coated Indigo Herringbone Denim Jacket
The indigo warp and white weft of the pattern have been coated in indigo. This will fade out with wear. The jacket is based on a Type ll with the central pleats and pocket placement.
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/pure-blue-japan/pbj-coated-indigo-herringbone-denim-jacket.html
PBJ Deep Indigo Denim Jacket
This jacket uses indigo-dyed warp and weft threads just like the X012 jeans.
The denim is 13 oz. without the slubbiness and rough texture the jeans have. This jacket will look pretty amazing after some good hard wear. Check out the hues of indigo already popping through.
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/pure-blue-japan/pbj-deep-indigo-denim-jacket.html
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What MF stuff will you sell?
Enjoy ya addiction!
Pique Ranch blouse, Speedway pants, 'Californian' 64 jeans, Pit Stop shirts and Svivvy tubular knit tees. Should all be up on Wednesday.
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The Flat Head has developed a light weight material that has the appearance of their ever popular winter flannels. The boys from Nagano lead the way in the development of stunning new fabrics.
Production of this new Border Check fabric was limited. We would have liked to stock more of these shirts and have limited numbers. In the short sleeve blue shirt we have sizes 38 to 42 but they run up to size 46 in the long sleeve configuration in both blue and green.
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/the-flat-head/tfh-block-check-s-s-workshirt-blue.html
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/the-flat-head/tfh-block-check-l-s-workshirt-blue.html
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/the-flat-head/tfh-block-check-l-s-workshirt-green.html
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Mister Freedom now has a home in London. Many forum members will be familiar with this iconic brand but for those of you who are not let me introduce you:
In the words of Mister Freedom founder and maestro, the brand is "based on an original script and story, playing with fictitious characters in a historical background, MFSC is not about reproductions or trends, but creates historically plausible original clothes that never existed but could have". Christophe Loiron, owner and designer of the brand, wholly creates his own wonderful garments based on the often wild, at times surreal, imaginations of his own mind. The clothes tell a story, a story he has scripted, which he invites you to be a part of. His deep love and understanding of vintage garments serve as reference points, but his designs are his own and totally unique. In 2006 Mister Freedom started a collaboration with Sugar Cane/Toyo Enterprises known as MFSC, where the designs are all by Christophe, but the fabrics are milled in Japan and the garments assembled both there and in the USA with an exemplary attention to detail.
For further details on all of the garments are are carrying at this time click on the link below each item.
The Ranch Blouse in Wheat Pique
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/mister-freedom/mf-ranch-blouse-wheat-pique.html
Pique Speedway Pants
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/mister-freedom/mf-sportsman-speedway-pique.html
Lot 64 California Jeans. Regular fit.
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/mister-freedom/lot-64-californian-uncle-sam-jeans.html
Pit Stop Shirt Blue
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/mister-freedom/mister-freedom-pit-stop-shirt-blue.html
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Pit Stop Shirt White
http://rivetandhide.com/brands/mister-freedom/mister-freedom-pit-stop-shirt-white.html
Navy, Green, and White Tubular Skivvy T shirts
http://rivetandhide.com/index.php/brands/mister-freedom.html
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Really looking forward to visiting later this month while I'm in London. Mister Freedom is a great addition to the R&H range.
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I was in London earlier today, so went to see if Danny was at the new Rivet and Hide HQ. He wasn't, but the shop is nearly there, and looking good.
I was in London earlier today, so went to see if Danny was at the new Rivet and Hide HQ. He wasn't, but the shop is nearly there, and looking good.
Sorry I missed you, Graeme. See you there next week
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@Sugar:
Really looking forward to visiting later this month while I'm in London. Mister Freedom is a great addition to the R&H range.
Let me know when you're around to ensure I'm there.
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Will do Danny. Passing through from the 29th April to 3rd May.
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Rivet and Hide is nearly open…
I dropped by the shop today, and it's looking good. I'll be along tomorrow or Friday to see the finished product.
And the Mister Freedom shirt you can see on top of the yellow jackets on the shelf is gorgeous. If you fit into a Large then get in touch with Danny before he decides to keep it for himself.
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Today Thursday 17th April we open our doors at 5 Windmill Street, London W1, in the Fitzrovia area of Central London.
It was always the plan to get to this stage. I had no idea how long it would take but we did it almost 2 years after launching on line and after a year of operating by appointment at the workshop.We wanted to create a space that our customers would want to visit, see the great brands in person, hang out if they wish and chat denim. We hope we have done that.
Robin, Ryan, and Rich have done a truly remarkable job fitting it out using reclaimed timber and beach Groyne wood for the flooring, shelves, fitting rooms, and storage units. Timber that has come out of 50-100 year old buildings the South East of England. Each plank is different in width and length. Cut, laid, and finished by hand to give a totally unique pattern and look.
The shelving in the shop is made up from reclaimed beach groyne Oak. The groynes have been standing for over 50 years on the beaches of East Sussex as a means of stopping coastal erosion. When the groynes are replaced, the old wood can be dried out and used again - they are sought after due to the distinctive patterns and colours found in them - formed from years of exposure to waves and weather. The shelves are hung on half inch thick hand forged steel brackets, that where made by a master farrier in East Sussex.
The steelwork was fabricated by hand in a workshop in East Sussex, and clad once in place in the shop, using specially selected timbers to compliment the flooring. Both fitting rooms are generously sized and feature a built in bench to allow customers to sit down in comfort to removed footwear. Lighting in the changing rooms is provided by vintage cast aluminium wall lights and we have placed 1930s factory lamps over the rails.
The rail is made from brushed steel and is a blatant rip of of the fabulous design invented by Self Edge (sorry, Kiya). I needed something to reflect the inspiration for Rivet & Hide. They hang from 1920 London street boulder chains.
Our normal opening times are Monday -Friday 1200 - 1900 and Saturday 1100 - 1900.
Over the Easter holiday we are opening:
Friday 18th 1200 - 1900
Saturday 20th 1100 -1800
Sunday 21st 1200 -1700
Monday 22nd 1200 - 1700Come and visit us and you'll be assured of a warm welcome.
