Ballin was founded in 1946 by Charles (Chic) Balinsky. In our 65th year, we still remember the days when Chic opened the Canadian factory and sold goods by horse and buggy. The original building has been expanded several times, but it is still home to Ballin’s main Canadian production facility. Chic left a legacy of […]
Martin Dingman
February 14, 2014 By
“Arkansas’s Martin Dingman, well known for its luxury leather goods, is gaining equal praise for its new Countrywear Collection, which includes these dapper English pointer neckties. A smart way to wear your love of sporting on your sleeve—er, neck”- Garden and Gun Magazine (http://gardenandgun.com/gallery/southern-inspired-stocking-stuffers)
Bird Dog Bay
February 14, 2014 By
It all started in a little Chicago suburb called Sleepy Hollow, where our founder & principal designer, Steve Mayer, spent his youth. He was raised by a mother who was the town’s favorite over-the-top second grade teacher, and the perfectly contrasting Harley riding, fly rod toting, dangerfield-esque art teacher for a father. Both parents showed […]
Peter Millar
February 14, 2014 By
Our apparel is not made to define you, but to punctuate who you already are. At some point, being stylish began to mean uncomfortable jackets, painful shoes and pretentious attitudes. If that defines a fashion brand, then we are a lifestyle brand. We produce smart casual clothing for men and women, as well as formal […]
Jack Victor Suits
January 7, 2014 By
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Johnnie-O
January 7, 2014 By
Right place, right time. So goes the story for the birth of johnnie-O apparel. It was back in 2004 that founder, John O’Donnell, was helping a friend with what might be called a “hobby”. Little did O’Donnell know at the time that this so called “hobby” would turn into what it is today! Growing up […]
Southern Proper
January 7, 2014 By
Style, Tradition and Authenticity are the Southern pillars that inspired the creation of Southern Proper, Haberdashery for the Southern Gentleman. Emilie Claire Howard (fondly known as Emmie) and Reagan Hardy Howell co-founded the company in late 2005 and planted the company’s roots in Atlanta, Georgia. By combining an appreciation for heritage and fashion, they infused […]
