Every heritage garment tells a story that runs deeper than stitches and seams. In the case of Alberton, the journey is unusual: a 19th-century cotton duck mill village in Maryland, United States, whose name has been revived as Alberton Japan by a company committed to military-grade fabrics and historic accuracy. What began as a mill […]
Back in 2023, Julian Day and Shaida Day from the costume department working on the new F1 movie were looking for specific pieces to dress Brad Pitt’s character, Sonny Hayes. They needed clothing that would feel authentic for a veteran racing driver who’d been around the block and knew quality when he saw it. For […]
Papa Nui was the first brand we sold at Those That Know back in 2019 when we didn’t really know what our plan was for the store. We knew we liked good gear and, as owners ourselves, we knew Papa Nui caps were the best. We contacted John Tesoriero and it quickly became apparent we […]
Fred Harvey-era jewellery refers to a distinctive style of Southwestern Native American adornment that emerged in the early 20th century. Produced during a time when railway tourism was booming, these pieces were designed to appeal to curious travellers exploring the American Southwest. Lightweight, stamped with evocative symbols, and often incorporating turquoise, they were the perfect […]
At Those That Know we have one of the biggest selections of RoToTo socks around. We thought we’d put together a guide to the various styles available, along with a sizing help and information about the brands other products. We hope this will help you choose the perfect pair of these amazing Japanese socks for […]
Ventile is a fabric with deep roots in British textile history, originally designed to protect World War II airmen and later embraced by outdoor enthusiasts and heritage style aficionados. Known for its durability, water resistance, and natural breathability, Ventile has evolved from a utilitarian textile to a prized material in vintage clothing and heritage fashion […]
The Loop & Weft brand produce the finest cut & sew sweatshirts, hoodies and tees in Japan. Each season, creating completely bespoke fabrics and taking inspiration from classic workwear and military pieces, they create clothing that you’ll never want to take off. At Those That Know, we were the first European store to offer Loop […]
The roots of camouflage can be traced back to ancient civilisations where hunters and warriors employed rudimentary methods to blend into their environments. Yet, it wasn’t until the 20th century that camouflage took on new dimensions with the advent of modern warfare. The trenches of World War I witnessed the birth of disruptive patterns, a […]
Japanese denim brand Milestone Basement is a new addition to our tightly curated roster at Those That Know. We’re the first store to offer the products made by this amazing brand outside of Japan, so we spent some time chatting to owner Yuki Nagaoka about looking forward rather than backwards, Zen and Japanese hip hop. […]