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3sixteen Earth Arp Camo CPO Shirt
Rugged militaria meets mid-century surrealism in 3sixteen’s latest foray into far-out fabrics. The rich, textured Khadi cotton provides the perfect canvas for this hand-blocked, Hans Jean Arp-inspired CPO. Think classic frog camo with an artisanal, avant-garde twist. Finished with replica BDU buttons and flashing the brand’s classic, cross-cut yoke, the CPO showcases 3sixteen’s effortless blend of high-art design cues and heritage styling. A work of art in so many ways.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/3sixteen-earth-arp-camo-cpo-shirt.html
Iron Heart 666S-21 ‘Devil’s fit' Jeans
The IH-666S-21 calls on Iron Heart’s show-stopping, loom-busting, 21oz denim to create a slim, straight silhouette with a medium rise. These jeans present the perfect option for those looking for something slim cut, super heavy, and stylish as hell. Which, now we think about it, might well explain its ‘Devil’s Fit’ designation.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/iron-heart-21oz-selvedge-jeans-ih-666s-21-slim-straight.html
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New Brand alert - Ten c
The passion project of menswear laureates, Paul Harvey and Alessandro Pungetti, Ten c offers an expert marriage of textile innovation and timeless design. The brand’s minimal, utilitarian approach to outerwear lets its proprietary OJJ fabric do the talking, and what a tale it has to tell.
Standing in testament to the brand’s tireless quest for superior material, Ten c’s OJJ (Original Japanese Jersey) is crafted in Japan before being dyed, cut, and sewn in Italy. It’s an adaptive, reactive material that will break in much like your favourite denim. Merging Japanese craft with Italian heritage, Ten c utilises this unique fabric to create high-calibre, cold-weather gear built to go the distance. It’s little wonder we’re so happy to welcome the brand to the rails of Rivet & Hide.
The Garment Dyed Anorak
Ten c’s Navy Anorak offers a no-fuss, fabric-first foray into serious cold-weather styling. The anorak’s raglan sleeve construction, slip pockets, and solid colour-block design make for a sleek and versatile addition to any winter rotation. But if you ask us, the real star of the show is Ten C’s OJJ fabric. With a break-in period not unlike that of your favourite denim or leather, this Original Japanese Jersey offers a reassuringly rigid intro that quickly yields a perfect fit unique to its wearer.
**_The Sniper Parka
The last word in military-inspired, technical outerwear, the Sniper Parka offers all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a winter staple in one, elegant package. From the storm-flapped, full-zip front, to the adjustable, drawstring hood, the Sniper Parka offers peerless protection from whatever the winter weather has to throw at you. That it also happens to look so good is just a bonus. Cut from Ten c’s signature OJJ fabric, the Sniper Parka is a bullseye by any metric.
The Rengen Anorak
An insulated riff on Ten c’s classic anorak, the Rengen offers a modern fit with vintage design sensibilities. The down-filled, garment-dyed OJJ fabric offers that all-important insulation and water repellency for the colder, wetter months ahead, while the dual storm-flap snap pockets keep things sleek and minimal. The Rengen Anorak is the perfect working example of Ten c’s timeless design aesthetic and offers a strong contender for the only winter coat you'll ever need.
The Shearling Liner
A modern spin on the ‘50s classic, the Shearling Liner offers style and versatility in equally expert measure. Shearling chest panels and a sheepskin-lined collar add a touch of old-school ruggedness to an otherwise modern, technical garment. A statement piece in its own right, the Shearling Liner can also be worn under Ten c’s anoraks and parkas for added protection against the elements.
The Down Liner
Simple, effective, and elegantly designed, Ten c’s Down Liner is the perfect lightweight, transitional piece for those autumn evenings to come. Its stripped-back silhouette and reversible construction make for a take-anywhere, go-with-anything option that can also be fitted to the brand's extended outerwear offerings for added warmth.
The Down Liner With Hood
The Hooded Down Liner offers the same welcomed versatility and winter-warming credentials as the Down Liner with the addition of, you guessed it, a hood. Perfect as a standalone piece or as part of a layered, Ten c ensemble.
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The Portland-based Dehen 1920 enjoys over a century’s worth of experience in crafting well-made goods built to go the distance. We mean this both literally and metaphorically. Not only are Dehen’s wares built to withstand just about anything, they’ll do so with an unerring timelessness while they’re at it. Full-throttle goods perfect for all hell-for-leather endeavours, here’s the latest and greatest from Dehen 1920.
_Dehen x Rivet & Hide Flyer's Club Jacket _
The original Dehen Flyer's Club Jacket takes its stylistic cues from the military flight jackets of yesteryear, harnessing the ruggedly utilitarian charm of both the MA-1 and the B-15 flight jackets. Back by popular demand, this exclusive collaborative jacket swaps out Dehen’s cotton canvas outer for a hefty-yet-soft, 24oz Melton wool (from the family-owned Pendleton Mills of Oregon). A heavyweight, safety orange, satin lining adds a pop of classically accurate colour, while a genuine mouton collar imparts a touch of luxury upon an otherwise rugged winter staple. A subtle Rivet & Hide logo - expertly embroidered on the jacket’s inner placket - offers up a final, custom flourish.
https://rivetandhide.com/dehen-x-rivet-hide-flyer-s-club-jacket.html
**The Full-Throttle Moto-Hoodie **
Pushing any acceptable definition of a hoodie to its absolute limit, Dehen’s Full-Throttle Moto-Hoodie puts a heavy-duty spin on a humble gym classic. Made in Portland from 100% worsted wool, the hoodie’s four-end jersey knit, fully lined interior, and ribbed waist and cuffs make for a sturdy, bomber jacket-like shield against the elements. Two-way brass zippers double down on the garment’s brawny construction.
Hoodies simply have no business being this robust. Full-throttle by name, full-throttle by nature, Dehen’s Moto-Hoodie is a no-brainer on or off the motorcycle. The navy version is exclusive to Rivet & Hide for 2021.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/dehen-full-throttle-moto-hoodie-dark-navy.html
**Wool Knit Watch Caps **
There’s not a single stitch of winter kit that can’t be improved upon by Dehen’s expert touch. Take the Wool Knit Watch Cap, for example. Made from 100% worsted wool, the watch cap’s 6-gauge knit construction offers a rugged build with a luxurious hand. A solidly-crafted, soft-as-anything piece of winter wear that more than makes good on the Portland-born brand’s long-held mantra of ‘heavy duty, old school truth.’ Now available in tobacco, old gold, and navy colourways.
https://rivetandhide.com/shop/brands/dehen-1920.html?_bc_fsnf=1&categories=Hats+%26+Caps
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Pure Blue Japan x Rivet & Hide Extra Slub Denim Jackets
It’s no secret that we’ve long admired Pure Blue Japan’s exquisite fabrics, peerless cuts, and expert approach to the art of making denim. As we enter our tenth year of partnership with the brand we have launched a run of collaborative denim jackets.
Available in both Type II and Type III silhouettes, each jacket is cut from PBJ’s superlative, vintage-loomed, ‘extra-slub’, 17.5oz selvedge denim. The result is a beautifully tactile weave with a cascading, rain-like slub throughout. The kind of denim that, for all our rhapsodizing, truly speaks for itself.
Pure Blue Japan Broken Twill Jeans
Woven on vintage Toyoda looms, PBJ’s 13.5oz Broken Twill denim offers a softer hand and a more subdued texture than the brand’s usual line-up of super-slubby selvedge. The broken twill process (made famous by Wrangler back in the ‘60s) imparts a subtle zig-zag pattern upon the denim’s weave. The indigo warp and sulphur-dyed grey weft create dusty, cool indigo hues that will quickly yield a more even yet still high-contrast fade with wear.
The Broken Twill denim is available in the Slim-Tapered BRK-013-ID and Relaxed-Tapered BRK-019-ID fits.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/pure-blue-japan-brk-013-id-broken-twill-slim-tapered-jeans.html
https://rivetandhide.com/products/pure-blue-japan-brk-019-id-broken-twill-relaxed-tapered-jeans.html
Pure Blue Japan GRE-013 Jeans
Pure Blue Japan’s aptly named ‘Green Cast Selvedge’ calls on a green sulphur-dyed indigo warp and a natural white weft to create a unique indigo hue with plenty of fading potential. The denim’s low-tension, lightweight weave (12oz) offsets a slim, tapered silhouette to offer the perfect pair of all-season jeans. Denim of distinction from a brand in complete mastery of its craft.
GRE-019 Relaxed Tapered fit is also available.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/pure-blue-japan-gre-013-12-oz-green-cast-slim-tapered-jeans.html
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Viberg Chelsea Boot - Rowdy Dachshund
Canadian bootmakers Viberg are back doing what they do best: making classically inflected, peerlessly constructed boots that let their leathers do the talking. The leather in question is the mocha-hued ‘Rowdy Dachshund’ from Chicago's Horween Tannery. The fat-liquored and hand-waxed cowhide makes for a robust leather with exceptional pull-up and an immediate patina. The Chelsea boot construction leans on its clean lines and single-piece upper to create a timelessly cool silhouette with a touch of rough n’ readiness.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/viberg-chelsea-boot-rowdy-dachshund.html
Studio D'artisan Kakishibu-Dyed Plaid Flannel Shirt
Another entry into Studio D’Artisan’s roster of stand-out fabrics, the Kakishibu-Dyed Plaid Flannel offers a thoroughly Japanese riff on an American classic. This modern workshirt-style piece is cut from a beautiful, Kakishibu-Dyed Plaid Flannel. ‘Kakishibu’ refers to a centuries-old dying process that calls on the natural pigments of unripened ‘Kaki’ fruit. It's a slow and meticulous labour of love, the fruits of which are all too evident in the autumnal, burnt-amber hues.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/studi-dartisan-kakishibu-flannel-shirt.html
Studio D’Artisan Indigo-Dyed Check Flannel Shirt
Studio D'Artisan's Indigo-Dyed Check Flannel is easy on the eye as it is soft to the touch and the shirt’s reassuring heft is offset by its once-washed softness. The rope-dyed indigo of the proprietary, 100% cotton flannel will fade beautifully over time. Resin-cast buttons, dual chest pockets, and side gussets offer flourishes upon this great shirt.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/studio-dartisan-rope-dyed-indigo-heavy-flannel-shirt.html
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Merz b. Schwanen 346 Heavyweight Crew Neck Sweater - Barn Red
German loopwheel laureates, Merz B. Schwanen, prove once again that they’re the undisputed champions of well-made winter staples with this classic gym throwback. Crafted from a robust-yet-soft, 3-thread organic cotton and finished with a ribbed hem and cuffs, this 12oz heavyweight crew neck provides a truly elevated take on an everyday essential. Classically cool and warm as hell. What's not to love?
Merz b. Schwanen 3S48 Heavyweight Crew Neck Sweater
A serious contender for your go to winter warmer this season and beyond, this 14.8oz heavyweight crewneck from Merz b. Schwanen blends classic simplicity, unparalleled comfort, and unbeatable robustness with expert ease. The sweater’s loopwheeled, 3-thread construction makes for a soft and sturdy garment that will maintain its shape and warmth for years to come. Yet another feat of German engineering. Available in Anthra Mel and Ink Blue colour options.
https://rivetandhide.com/shop/brands/merz-b-schwanen.html?_bc_fsnf=1&categories=Sweaters
The Indigofera Alamo Shirt
Indigofera’s Alamo shirt combines a fuller fit and a heavy-duty, cotton twill construction to create a real workhorse of a layering piece. The large chest pockets and natural corozo buttons double down on the shirt’s rugged, ‘50s-inspired aesthetic. Simple, elegant, and built for regular use and abuse, the Alamo Shirt is exactly what we’ve come to expect from a brand of Indigofera’s pedigree and calibre. Available this season in Poseidon Blue and Sassafras Brown.
https://rivetandhide.com/shop/brands/indigofera.html?_bc_fsnf=1&categories=Shirts
Iron Heart Indigo Ultra Heavy Flannel and Military Serge Western in Olive Drab
The latest shirts from Iron Heart need no introduction in these parts.
The IHSH-302 Indigo Buffalo Check Ultra Heavy Flannel and the Military Serge Western shirt in Olive Drab have hit our stores in recent days with sizes runs XS-XXXL available.
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Seuvas Sets up Shop at Rivet & Hide
With their very own, vintage loom-equipped factory in Kurashiki, Japan, it’s safe to say that nobody takes their canvas quite as seriously as Seuvas. By marrying a flair for canvas selection with some serious sewing prowess, Seuvas crafts minimal garments that truly let their fabrics do the talking.
We’re delighted to host Seuvas’ roster of canvas jackets and flannel shirts for a month-long, in-store pop-up at both our London and Manchester stores. Swing by and check them out for yourself.
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Iron Heart N1 Alpaca Lined Deck Jacket - Black
As classic in its aesthetic as it is tank-like in its construction, Iron Heart’s N1 Deck Jacket makes a strong case for the last winter coat you’ll ever realistically need. The jacket is cut from a hefty, heat retaining whipcord cotton cloth, lined with soft alpaca, and fixed with a heavy-duty, two-way zip and buttoned front placket. A stone-cold heritage staple built to withstand whatever winter has to throw at you. The black is here now with the olive version on its way soon.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/iron-heart-alpaca-lined-n1-deck-jacket-black.html
All New Ultra Heavy Flannels
It simply wouldn’t be winter without a few Iron Heart’s Ultra Heavy Flannels hitting the rails at Rivet & Hide. The shirts are double brushed on the inside and single brushed on the outside and cut from a heavy, 12oz Aspero cotton fabric. The result is a series of exceptionally soft flannels with immediate character and excellent heat retention.
Available in three options. The Classic Check's mellow-red-meets-ivory pattern offers up a timelessly cool take on the western silhouette. The indigo-dyed, Buffalo Check flannel boasts a crunchy hand and plenty of fading potential. Last but not least, the Crazy Check serves up some serious winter warmth with the added bonus of an eye-popping, high-contrast, yellow check pattern. Take your pick.
IHSH-300
IHSH-302
IHSH-303
https://rivetandhide.com/shop/brands/iron-heart.html
Military Serge Western Shirt - Olive
Cut from mil-spec, sulphur-dyed, heavy cotton serge, this heavy duty olive Western has all the fading potential of your favourite denim. The IHSH-235 is perfect for those looking to break up all those blue hues in the wardrobe and guaranteed to yield a washed, vintage look over time.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/iron-heart-military-serge-western-shirt-olive-drab-green.html
21oz "Super Black Fades to Grey" (SBG) Selvedge Denim
The SBG (Super Black Fades to Grey) denim’s sulphur-dyed warp and a reactive-dyed weft create a beautifully dark fabric that will yield high-contrast, grayscale fades in no time. A true feat of fit and fabric mastery. We’d expect nothing less from Iron Heart. Now restocked in the super-slim, 555 cut.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/ih-555s-sbg-super-black-slim-selvedge-jeans.html
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Samurai Jeans at Rivet & Hide
Few brands speak to denim’s storied past and forward momentum quite like Samurai. Founded in Osaka in the late ‘90s, Samurai quickly garnered a reputation for its vintage-inspired cuts, its exceptional fabrics, and its near-obsessive pursuit of superior quality.
Over the course of its almost 25 year tenure, the brand has produced some of the most grail-worthy denim on the market. For all the history and heritage at the brand’s heels, however, it’s the road ahead that excites us the most. We’re proud to welcome Samurai’s jeans, sweaters, shirts, and tees to the rails here at Rivet & Hide.
Samurai S0255XX 15oz Ushiwaka Jeans - Slim Tapered
Anyone looking for an example of Samurai’s flair for merging superior selvedge with Sengoku-era Samurai lore need look no further. Cut to a slim tapered fit, these ‘Ushiwaka’ jeans are rife with subtle nods to the eponymous warrior (just look at the denim’s Katana-like, silver lamé selvedge ID). The super slubby, high-tension Texas cotton creates an impressive, 15oz denim with endless fading potential.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/samurai-s0255xx-15oz-ushiwaka-slim-high-tapered-jeans.html
Samurai S211VX 17oz Benkei Jeans - Relaxed Tapered
Samurai's custom Benkei denim is a real wonder to behold. The one-of-a-kind, 6x5 twill weave boasts a rich, hairy texture and a substantial, crunchy hand. A relaxed tapered fit, with a generous top block and subtle, medium-to-high rise, makes for a classic cut with all the everyday versatility you could ask for in a denim.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/samurai-s211vx-17oz-benkei-relaxed-tapered-jeans.html
Samurai S211AX 18oz AI Benkei Jeans - Relaxed Tapered
Samurai’s ‘Ai Benkei’ relaxed tapered jeans show the brand at their most obsessive. Putting the fabric front and centre, the jean’s weft is cut from a home-planted, organically-grown, and hand-harvested Japanese cotton. This is then rope-dyed with a mix of natural indigos to achieve the denim’s unique hues. A heavyweight, hand-dyed cowhide patch puts the exclamation mark on an already head turning pair of jeans.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/samurai-s211ax-18oz-ai-benkei-relaxed-tapered-jeans.html
Japanese Cotton Slub Yarn Loopwheeled Sweatshirts
Samurai’s sweaters are another well-travelled example of the brand’s ‘no compromises’ ethos. They are cut from cotton grown in Sasayama, woven in Wakayama, and dyed in Kyoto. With Union Special flat seams and a double-stitched collar, these sweatshirts are guaranteed to be as comfortable as they are hard wearing. Available in natural white and ‘Kuromame’- a charcoal-like dye derived from black beans.
https://rivetandhide.com/categories/brands/samurai.html?_bc_fsnf=1&categories=Sweaters
Japanese Cotton Slub Yarn Loopwheeled T-Shirts
Cultivated, cut, dyed and sewn in Japan, Samurai’s Cotton Slub Yarn Tees are as homegrown as they come. The T-shirts will make several stops to some of Japan’s most esteemed workshops before they finally make it to your wardrobe. It’s a labour of love, the fruits of which are joyfully evident in these slubby, rugged, and robust tees.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/samurai-japanese-cotton-slubby-yarn-t-shirt-natural.html
Samurai Rope Dyed Indigo Heavy Flannel Shirt - Orange
This is a heavy-duty, densely textured flannel with some exceptional fading in its near future. Rope-dyed indigo offsets burnt orange to create a boldly contrasting shirt with a real autumnal charm. It’s all the proof you need that Samurai’s fabric mastery extends far beyond its denim.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/samurai-rope-dyed-indigo-heavy-flannel-shirt-orange.html
Samurai Pure Indigo ‘Ichimatsu’ Work Shirt - Shima
Another perfect marriage of fit and fabric, Samurai’s Ichimatsu Work Shirt wears its Japanese sensibilities on its kase-dyed, broken twill woven sleeve. In true Samurai fashion, the 'Ichimatsu' checkerboard pattern offers an eye-popping ode to Japan’s Edo period. Work shirts simply have no business looking this elegant.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/samurai-pure-indigo-ichimatsu-work-shirt-shima.html
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UES Puca Purcara Sweatshirts - Oatmeal and Black
UES’s soft-yet-sturdy sweatshirts boast winter-beating comfort and eye-catching texture in equal measure.
They are cut from hand-harvested Aspero cotton and loopwheeled in Wakayama, Japan. These are sturdy, go-the-distance, sweaters guaranteed to keep their shape and supple softness for years to come. Now available in new Oatmeal and Black as well as Grey and Navy.
https://rivetandhide.com/shop/brands/ues.html?_bc_fsnf=1&categories=Sweaters
3sixteen Stadium Jacket
3sixteen‘s best selling Stadium Jacket makes a long awaited return in this all black twist on an old-school classic. The heft of the jacket’s 8oz waxed canvas outer is offset by a lightweight, winter-warming ThermoLite jersey lining. Heavy duty cotton ribbing at the collar, cuff, and hem offers a further functional flourish.
https://rivetandhide.com/3sixteen-waxed-stadium-jacket-black.html
3sixteen Garment Dyed Tees
Solid essentials built for everyday use, 3sixteen’s garment-dyed tees are cut from the very same 9oz jersey as the brand’s best selling heavyweights. The dyeing process imparts a soft hand and a vintage look from the get-go. Available in French Blue and Sand colourways.
https://rivetandhide.com/shop/brands/3sixteen.html?_bc_fsnf=1&categories=T+Shirts
Rogue Territory Jumper Shirt - Black/Natural HB Plaid
This 6oz, variegated herringbone iteration of RGT’s popular Jumper silhouette offers a workwear staple with a streetwear twist. Relaxed yet tailored, soft yet substantial, subtle yet statement-making, the Jumper Shirt is nothing if not a masterclass in stylistic balance.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/rogue-territory-jumper-shirt-black-natural-hb-plaid.html
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The Indigofera x Wes Lang 'Unbridled' Blanket
Wes Lang and Indigofera’s ‘Unbridled’ blanket is a raw, uncompromising, and inimitably cool slice of Americana artistry.
For this third collaboration between Wes Lang and Indigofera, the American artist’s original charcoal-stick-on-canvas artwork has been lovingly woven into the brand’s highly-collectible 205cm x 150cm, 100% Norwegian wool blankets. The result is a statement piece perfectly in keeping with Indigofera’s ‘prima’ philosophy.
The original Wes Lang collaboration blanket, released in 2013, adorns the wall of our London store to this day. It’s a point of great pride and hearty conversation. It stands as a celebration of the bond between brand, artist, and small business. We still get requests for it almost a decade on. It’s easy to see why: these spectacular collaborative blankets provide the perfect canvas for Wes Lang’s fevered take on the American West.
Artistry and nostalgia aside, 'Unbridled' is a solid blanket tailor-made for modern living. Use it around the campfire, snuggle under it on the couch, or hang it on your wall as we do. But whatever you do, grab one now while you still can. They are, after all, as wildly coveted as they are finely designed.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/indigofera-x-wes-lang-unbridled-100-wool-blanket.html
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Rogue Territory BM Shirt - Blue/Blush Ombré Plaid
A modern twist on a workwear classic, the latest edition of Rogue Territory’s BM Shirt calls on a Japanese-woven, ombré plaid in mellow tones of faded blue and subtle blush. An understated shirt replete with Rogue Territory’s flair for the finer details.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/rogue-territory-bm-shirt-blue-blush-ombre-plaid.html
Rogue Territory 17oz Cryptic Indigo Silveridge Jeans - Indigo and Stealth
This season also sees the introduction of Rogue Territory’s Silveridge fit in an all-new, extra slubby, 17oz Cryptic Denim. The same high rise, slim yet accommodating top block, and subtle taper in a heavyweight and highly textured sanforized denim. Available in Indigo and Stealth options.
https://rivetandhide.com/shop/brands/rogue-territory.html
3sixteen Overdyed Indigo Utility Flannel
Cut from a crunchy, substantial herringbone twill and overdyed in natural indigo, 3sixteen’s Utility Flannel sees the brand continue on its course of pairing rich fabrics with unique garment dyeing practices. Over time the indigo will fade to reveal the plaid pattern underneath. The relaxed, roomy fit makes this a versatile shirt for year-long wear.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/3sixteen-overdyed-indigo-utility-flannel.html
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Iron Heart Alpaca Lined N1 Deck Jacket - Olive
We’ve long been fans of the Deck Jacket’s tank-like construction and simple, classic detailing. Iron Heart’s latest take on the N1 doubles down on its military heritage with a winter-beating Olive Drab whipcord. The luxuriously long pile Alpaca lining will make this jacket your best friend for the colder months ahead.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/iron-heart-alpaca-lined-n1-deck-jacket-olive.html
Iron Heart IHSH-304 Ombré Check Ultra Heavy Flannel - Red
With a subtle gradation from crimson red to deep black, Iron Heart’s Ombré Check Ultra Heavy Flannel puts a darker spin on the brand’s classic red check western. Another winter winner from the undisputed heavyweight champions of, well, the heavyweight flannel.
https://rivetandhide.com/products/iron-heart-ihsh-304-ombre-check-ultra-heavy-flannel-red.html
Restock: IH-777S-21 Slim Tapered Jeans - Indigo
The 777 cut from Iron Heart needs little in the way of introduction around these parts. Pairing a modern, slim taper fit with a heavyweight yet surprisingly soft and breathable 21oz denim, the IH-777S-21 offers up a great pair of jeans whichever way you cut it. Now fully restocked in indigo.
https://rivetandhide.com/iron-heart-ih-777-21-oz-slim-selvedge-jeans.html
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At first I want to applaud Rivet and Hide customer care….great guys!
May I ask if I am not indiscreet why there is a difference of 50 euros in the price of the ultra heavy flannel shirts?
I really like a shirt available in my size only on Rivet and Hide ... isn't there any discount code for forum members? Thanks in advance
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@cesco10 they’re the same price in GBP so I’d guess it’s either a brexit/tax thing or an error.
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@cesco10 they’re the same price in GBP so I’d guess it’s either a brexit/tax thing or an error.
Thanks for the reply. I've sent an email to them. I have just bought 2 UHF from Iron Heart Eu (that is located in UK) and the price is 325 euro vs 375 on Rivet and Hide!
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@cesco10 @LewisStonehouse Thanks for raising this and giving me the opportunity to explain.
Even before Brexit our Iron Heart margins in Euros were our worse across our entire brand range. This is because Iron Heart uses a USD as a base rate and their Euro price is determined by that. Our base currency is GBP (much weakened since the 2016 Brexit referendum). However, until the end of last year we still matched Iron Heart UK's Euro prices and absorbed those lower margins.
Since Brexit we pay the duty and VAT on behalf of the customer just as Iron Heart does.
The cost of doing this is significantly higher than how it worked before we left the EU.Using a UHF as an example - the Euro retail price of 325 would have accrued before Brexit 20% UK VAT - €54.16. With Brexit now a hard reality we have to pay 12% duty when we ship to the EU, higher shipping costs, and then VAT is added to not only the duty but the shipping cost as well. Broken down it looks like this:
Sale price €325
Duty €39.00
Shipping €25Total value at this stage = €389
Let's say the customer is in Sweden where there is 25% VAT that now comes to €97.25
So when we ship duties and taxes paid we pay €136.25 in duty and in fact the shipping fee is €30 because DHL like UPS charges us to process the duties and taxes payments to each EU government.
So on a UHF sale at €325 we now pay €166.25. On top of that we have to pay the wholesale price of the UHF to Iron Heart. If that item comes back for a refund we cannot claim back those duties and taxes paid. We are suddenly in serious loss on that shirt.
You may ask, therefore, how does Iron Heart UK manage to keep its Euro price lower than ours?
Three key points (I hope Giles, Paula and Alex do not mind me being so frank and open here) - Firstly, as a distributor of the brand they have slightly better margins than as a retailer like us. Secondly, we operate our online store from our 2 bricks and mortar stores in London and Manchester. The overheads are much higher than being online only. Finally, the margins for Iron Heart UK on EU sales have also been reduced significantly but as a distributor they feel duty bound to maintain volumes and not reduce their orders with Haraki. That would have wider consequences for the brand itself.I've been very open and vocal against leaving the EU Single Market and Customs Union. It is having a terrible impact on small businesses in the UK. Yesterday I was interviewed by the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation about this very issue for a documentary to be shown in January marking the first anniversary of living with Brexit. The interviewer asked me why I still sell into the EU given all these costs and all the extra red-tape that it involves. My reply was the our EU customers have played a big role in the success of Rivet & Hide. Your support was a significant factor in our ability to open a bricks and mortar store in London and Manchester. I am not going to close the door to our EU customers and let Boris Johnson and the Brexit Taliban win completely. We are doing our best to keep our EU market alive but the truth of the matter is that it is costing us all a lot more. That's Brexit in a nutshell.
Footnote: if any forum member living in the EU wishes to buy from us and take care of the duties/taxes themselves we can offer you a significant discount. Just contact us via email.
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Oh, and thanks for the considered reply, and we don't mind at "frank and open"…
Just to expand on one of Danny's points. We (IHUK) make virtually no margin on our EU business (and Haraki knowing this, gives us a rebate on all direct business into The EU).
So why do we and Haraki continue bothering to sell into The EU? As Danny pointed out, losing EU volume would have a significant detrimental impact on the volumes of orders we place on Haraki, which in turn would mean that he would place smaller orders with the workshops and factories. At the margin, that might mean that some of them close, the, as a brand, we are in deep shit.....
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@Danny RnH @Giles I fully respect, admire, and will always support businesses that have those kind of conversations with us the customers. In my mind, most people who read this will realize you guys are in it for the long game and support you guys until something can be worked out (hopefully).
I’m impressed and want to say Thank you!
