@Alex said in Iron Heart Update - 2026:

We are not, and will never, compromise on quality, cut corners, or manipulate supply.

This is why I buy Iron Heart. Please do everything and anything needed to keep the brand what it is

I’m sitting around bored because of a procedure I had today and thought I’d search the forum if that same procedure had come up here before. It has… and often.

I had my vasectomy today. An olive big buck was my prize. Feeling sore and guilty that I’m avoiding my toddler (that loves to run straight into that area) but that’s the price.
Happy to be at this stage of life

Hi folks, thought I'd introduce myself.

I'm a dad of one and expecting a second later this year. I live in California and was introduced to Iron Heart via Self Edge in San Francisco some years ago. Before then I had shied away from the kind of price points one finds in those stores but went in on a whim, looking to see what a nicer pair of jeans felt like. I think I walked out that day with jeans, two UHFs, and a crazy new curiosity for well made clothes. Who would have thought that a Japanese brand would be the one to make sleeves that fit my longer arms?
I have my PhD in philosophy and I remember early on talking to one of my mentors and telling them how proud I was of my new Dr Martens and how they meant I didn't need to worry about buying or shopping for new shoes for quite a long time (they ended up lasting me 12 years of near daily use). The professor, who dressed well in his own right, smiled and replied that I was right as long as I didn't care about fashion trends.
Sitting here, getting ready to watch the S/S '25 reveal I'm not sure if I care about fashion trends or not. Likely not. It's almost like the feat of creating well made clothes is something worth coming together and celebrating. Not because it's trend setting but because... HAVE YOU SEEN THAT STITCHING? ‍

I could ramble forever but I won't. Happy to be here and nice to see everyone's introductions!

Some hastily taken pictures of my native (to the California coast) tree orchard. Redwoods, Douglas Fir, and Madrones. Planted them three years ago and they've really been thriving. Just switched my irrigation from bubbler to drip and looking forward to helping that root network grow. Bonus picture of my latest addition - a young giant sequoia. They aren't native to the coast but will do just fine.

Have a great holiday everyone!

We lost power last night so we’ll see if there will be much of a feast tonight .

Actually wouldn’t mind a candle lit Xmas eve. Not sure about the rest of the family though

Random love:

I’ve had shoes that I’ve worn about every day for 12+ years and was proud of, despite holes and wear.
I’ve had a warm sweatshirt that I wore whenever it was cold and was embarrassed of because it was my only one and people would make remarks and notice its wear.
And many things in between.

I can’t help but look in my closet and identify with the things I see. What stories are being told and how those stories make me feel.
Recently, I’ve begun a tradition of having my 2.5 year old son pick out my shirt for the day. He has his favorites and gets excited to see me wear certain things. For him, what I put on is part of what makes me his dad.
There’s something to be said for a closet, not a style, that you’re known for. I miss that old sweatshirt.

Thank you IH for helping me connect with my wardrobe in a meaningful way. Getting better with age is something we can all hope for.

Big ups to the IHUK team and the impeccable shipping. Got mine today and am loving life.

Grabbed it and super stoked.
I'm really going to have to start selling some of my lesser-worn items though...

@ant1121 Let us know how it is when it comes in.

I've tried a couple of his shirts and the sizing had been off for me so I never dove into a larger purchase. Also... I find their marketing annoying so I stopped following them across all platforms and forgot about them until this post - seemed much more lifestyle focused and less about the fabric/clothing.

@northsouthdenimguy haha totally.

I know motorcycle riding plays a big role in IH clothing but at least they don’t make @SamD ride one around for every new drops and restocks vid

Will definitely be looking at the size chart for this when it's ready. I'm hoping they fixed the much too small sleeve openings that were on last year's IHM-48.

@northsouthdenimguy 100%

@northsouthdenimguy You're likely right.

It's easy to poke fun but it can't be easy to run a small business. No doubt impressed by his work and have big respect for anyone running their own line.

Edit: but his drone shots can't be cheap right??

Anyone have any recs for earrings? I only have two that I really rotate through (a GAH stud and a turquoise stud) but would like to mix it up more.

Well designed and crafted earrings for men seem few and far between... but hoping y'all can prove me wrong.

@northsouthdenimguy haha totally.

I know motorcycle riding plays a big role in IH clothing but at least they don’t make @SamD ride one around for every new drops and restocks vid

@ant1121 Let us know how it is when it comes in.

I've tried a couple of his shirts and the sizing had been off for me so I never dove into a larger purchase. Also... I find their marketing annoying so I stopped following them across all platforms and forgot about them until this post - seemed much more lifestyle focused and less about the fabric/clothing.

@ShopatIronHeart, at the risk of being "that guy". This is maybe another product page that shouldn't have care instructions.

@Ross ah bummer. Might be hard to find one that matches the quality of the hardware

@Ross in case you see this before the product page is back up - what's the material of the shoulder strap (assuming there is one)? Nylon?

@goosehd thank you. It’s a beaut. Just have to figure out if I need this more than a new jacket .

On the product page there are wash instructions - I assume that’s a mistake? Wouldn’t anyone throwing that leather in the wash.