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Nau Urbane Jacket for Women... IN STOCK!

2010-03-15T11:25:00.000-07:00

a few words from nau...

bridge the gap between arcing turns and turning heads. complete with a waterproof/windproof/breathable recycled poly shell, the urbane’s distinct silhouette is beauty, performance and sustainability, incarnate.

performance: elegance enveloped in a recycled polyester waterproof, windproof, breathable shell. sweeping, asymmetrical button placket covers the front zip; matte finish echoes the sophisticated texture of a dobby weave.

sustainability: the recycled polyester fabric was developed in partnership with teijin, the fabric supplier behind ecocircle® technology, which weaves stretch fabric from post-consumer and post-industrial polyester waste. closing the loop, at the end of its long life the urbane can be recycled once again into polyester fibers for reuse.

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The Stronghold raw denim (black)

2009-11-18T13:04:00.000-08:00

Established in 1885, The Stronghold is the very first denim brand manufactured in Los Angeles, and still maintains their store in Venice Beach, California.

All items are handmade, which adds to the superior quality of each Stronghold piece. The combination of old-world workmanship and selvage fabric with the trim of the original, make these pieces undeniably timeless. Not only do these pieces have brilliant character, they are of great sustainability. If at any time you grow too big or too small for your Strongholds, the manufacturer will tailor them to your needs for no cost.

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Mukee Designs. Belt buckles and more...

2009-11-18T11:49:00.000-08:00

Consider this wearable art with everyones favorite medium : skateboards. Mukee Designs consists of belt buckles,earrings, and charms all made from reclaimed skateboard material.

Derek Keenan, founder of Mukee Designs, who found inspiration for Mukee Designs during his time spent in Gambia for the Peace Corps, uses his design skills and locally sourced reclaimed materials to complete these accessories. It is his hope that his work and statement will get people to look at the things around them and reconsider the possibilities of coexisting with the environment.

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Photo: Annie Purpura

Nau Men's Blazing Jacket

2009-11-18T10:44:00.000-08:00

The quintessential Chicago jacket, built for the coldest of days with a body and lining of 100% recycled polyester and 650 fill of 100% goose down. The options are countless with this jacket, whether your biking to work or just walking around with your better half, either way you're covered.

Other features include removable hood, waterproof seams, wool ribbed cuffs, and two hand pockets and two interior pockets.

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HOLDEN Women's Agnes Jacket/ Gifts for Her

2009-11-18T09:50:00.000-08:00

The Holden Agnes Jacket is constructed from heavy oxford nylon, giving a classic and tailored military feel.This jacket is a perfect for the snow or the streets, ranking in with 10,000MM of waterproofing with fully taped seams and an eco-friendlier liner.

Perfect hues compliment this jacket. Tomato Orange, our personal favorite, is stunning, unique, and guaranteed to turn heads.

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Alley Collection at Connect Chicago...

2009-09-05T10:15:00.000-07:00

alley collection is a duo out of SFO. connect chicago is now stocking these unique pieces. This jacket is great in so many ways.

inspired by the jacket john wore when he graduated from the fire academy. his dad arthur was the one to pin his badge.

once known as the military jacket, this arthur jacket is the perfect jacket for all events. while it is made of rugged canvas ideal for day wear, it has the style and details needed to complete your ‘night on the town’ outfit. the cut is similar to a blazer; three seamed detail in back allows for a perfect fit for the athletic body.

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Rough Empire Reclaimed Wallets

2009-08-10T10:53:00.000-07:00

Here at Connect we are now stocking these reclaimed wallets made from surplus ties. They are simply amazing. We will be adding them our digital shop soon.

This is a five pocket wallet/bill-fold. There are two slots for cards on each side. For a total of four. This wallet also includes the paper money pocket. This wallet has been designed with style and functionality in mind (all of the pockets are lined with dark blue heavy satin). Made from recycled mens polyester neckties for prolonged use, verses silk that is delicate and can not withstand wear and tear. For added strength only Nylon thread was used. The benefit of having one of these wallets is that they are hand made, very stylish, and very unique.

---Exterior dimensions of the wallet are aprox 4 1/2 inches x 6 1/4 inches---

---Please note that these ties are vintage and used, they may have some minor imperfections---

Topo Ranch eco-friendly organic cotton

2009-07-27T12:41:00.000-07:00

Topo Ranch has the softest organic cotton t-shirts. They are a big hit here at Connect Chicago. The graphics are good to go as well. Check out these lush pieces from the Topo Ranch

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Tree Theory Bags at Connect ...

2009-07-13T09:02:00.000-07:00

This Chicago-based collective is making bags in a different way. There isn't any stitching and they are designed to be seamless. They are very affordable too. And of course, Connect Chicago stocks them...

artless organic v-neck t-shirt

2009-07-13T08:31:00.000-07:00