space519 carries and edited assortment of mens’ items including  pick-up apparel, personal accessories and apothecary. our assortment includes vintage watches, desk accessories and men’s periodicals.

 

CXXVI

CXXVI is a fine heritage brand based in new york city.  they describe their hand crafted pieces as “american made with a matching aesthetic”  and most contain their signature americana inspired illustrated designs.  founded in 2009 by old college buddies matt gorton and jon contino, CXXVI clothing company is an offshoot of onetwentysix, gorton and contino’s NYC-based design studio (CXXVI represents the roman numerals for “126.”)  the line’s success has proved that the two are just as skilled at creating americana-infused men’s tees, bags and hoodies, as they are at designing campaigns for their clients.  in the few years since the line’s debut, the brand has found its way all around the world.  but given its stateside aesthetic, it’s only fitting that every piece in the collection is all american-made.  CXXVI was the first t-shirt line we carried at space519 and through the years we have seen the brand evolve and build a terrific cult following within our client base (and we’ve certainly seen a few of our female clients sporting their styles as well).  casual and comfortable with just the right touch of graphic imagery these are the easy summer pieces every guy is looking for. CXXVI graphic tees (pieces range from $45 to $55).

 

beren stitching company – spring 2013

after an amazing response to the launch of this capsule collection over the holidays, the new spring 2013 collection is now in-store. beren stitching company is the brainchild of benjamin eren bayram. his collection works to create the cool staples that guys reach for every day. after graduating from college, and law school, bayram formed his company. despite his traditional path, for as long as he could remember, he has been passionate about fashion.  three years later, he is the proud owner of this very special men’s clothing line, beren.  in his words, “beren can be described as high-end casual wear. we create pieces that every guy wears, that are well made. the idea is to “redo” the basics, provide a good fit and a good cut with immaculate yet smalls details whether it be heavy stitching or a raw edge.” and he adds (which we love) that beren is “west coast planet friendly.”  at space519 we are drawn to the easy price points and complete wear-ability of his pieces.  they are true basics – with just enough fashion make them interesting. what guy do you know who isn’t looking for the perfect sweatshirt or fleece?  we have been for as long as we can remember. accordingly, we are very excited to have beren as a part of the mix in our men’s studio. beren sticthing company – pieces range from $68.00 to $98.00

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dude no. 1 beard oil.

dude no.1 was inspired by the man in the life of fragrance designer anna mcclain (a graduate of the grasse institute of perfumery in southern france and the woman behind one of our top-selling women’s fragrance lines MCMC). she created the product for her husband, and the other guys in her brooklyn neighborhood, who were all sporting beards.  while the bearded look epitomizes rugged refinement, these guys were finding that their beards dried out their skin, and that like any other hair, it needed conditioning.  from this dude no. 1 was born.  fresh, spicy, and woody, this fragrance is the new classic manly scent that will make that special someone in your life want to get a little bit close.  the oil made in her brookyln workshop from virginia cedarwood, green coriander and pink peppercorn. dude no. 1 is mas a manly rugged scent – with a heavy note of refinement. and like all of MCMC’s products, this  formula is 100% natural and uses only natural ingredients, essential oils, organic hemp seed oil and american jojoba oil.  and as she notes so well, mcclain keeps it natural because “your man deserves the safest ingredients to scent his delicate face.”  hipsters everywhere – rejoice!  dude no. 1 beard oil from MCMC fragrances – $65.00 ( 1 oz / 30ml)

blind barber

just in to our apothecary studio is the much buzzed about product line from the uber hot NYC and LA mens grooming studio the blind barber. their concept represents a return to the “roaring twenties” – a period defined by the explosion of culture and its break from tradition.  the era was a movement in creativity – which the blind barber hopes to revive – while redefining modern manhood. their concept goes well beyond cuts, shaves and cocktails (within the barbershop and lounge) but rather it expands into all realms of the modern gentleman. we are excited to bring four of the private label products developed for their shop into our men’s assortment.  the wild watermint gin shave cream lathers to act as a cushion between razor blade and skin to prevent irritation and razor burn. it leaves the skin exceptionally smooth; providing a comfortable shave. top it with the aftershave soother which has been scientifically balanced to serve as an aftershave and skin toner - use daily to close pores and soothe razor burn. their hair care products are infused with nourishing hops and provide different levels of control. the protein-rich styling aids will leave hair with a workable matte finish.  blind barber men’s grooming aids (products ranger from $22.95 to 22.95).

 

o is for omega

just  in a fantastic batch of refurbished vintage watches.  after our mention for this product category in the new york times, we have had a huge resurgence of interest in this product category.  we focus on affordable luxury brands from the 30s to the 70s – names your dad knew like hamilton and bulova.  we also bring in true luxury brands like OMEGA when we can acquire a watch for the right price.  and in this group we found three spectacular timepieces from OMEGA. sourced mainly from estates, each watch is cleaned and restored by our expert watch-maker and comes on a new leather or grosgrain ribbon strap. and we have recently noticed many gals also enjoy the way these timeless (no pun intended) classics look on their arms as well.  in any case, we know these watches will add a bit of happy nostalgia to your daily routine.  refurbished vintage watches circa 1940 to 1970 (watches range from $195 to $795)

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cremo cream – our most popular men’s product now back in stock

cremo cream was one of our very first products at space519 and it endures as one of our most popular products.  each day we see guys return for a tube of this perfect potion which consistently delivers a smooth shave without the usual nicks or cuts. we both used it before we opened the store and love the idea of a company based on a principal of perfecting one exceptional product.  the company was founded in 2005 by mike boone (inerestingly enough – boone is the inventor of the white board). motivated by his search for the perfect shaving cream, boone worked with worldclass cosmetic chemists to manufacture a product that virtually eliminates cuts and nicks, and leaves smooth and soft skin. after the initial development kyle schroeder became the managing co-founder and helped get the word out about this very special product. most shave “creams” and “gels” are actually foam–which is primarily air. visualize a sharp blade scraping across your delicate skin with air as the main lubricant. cremo has no air: it’s an extremely rich cream. it contains unique, super-lubricating, highly slippery molecules that have been compounded with powerful skin conditioners. together they make your blade glide effortlessly over skin like an ice skate. we know you will find this is better than anything else you’ve ever used. try it once to believe it. enjoy it for life. and based on call outs from the ladies we also now carry cremo cream for women (but don’t worry they have their tube – you have yours).  cremo cream – the astonishingly superior shave cream – $9.95

 

ursa major 

ursa major is the latest addition to our men’s apothecary section. the line was created to provide men with a healthy and highly effective skin care solution that’s really a pleasure to use – a robust, natural alternative to the bland, chemical-intensive and unsustainable products that pervade today’s marketplace. their advanced formulations artfully blend nature’s most effective and luxurious ingredients to provide rich textures, robust aromas and unbeatable performance. that’s why they call them ‘super natural’. the result is clear, healthy skin – and a kick in your step – so you can get out there and make the most of every day, or ‘live major’. unlike the vast majority of skin care products on the market today that are loaded with cheap synthetic chemicals. borrowing from a favorite t-shirt, they believe: “life is too short to use crappy shave cream”. it’s true, it really is. when you look and feel great, life just gets much better. ursa major skin care for men (products range from $24.95 to 28.95)

 

 

baldwin fall essentials shop
our latest shop-in-shop partnership lauches with our old friends at baldwin denim.  their women’s jeans are consistently a top-seller. women love the refined fits and clean washes of their jeans.  it is so hard to find a denim line that is modern, but not too tricky.  baldwin is just that. we hate having logos or silly stitching on our back  pockets, but we love the elegance of contrast seam stitches and the aesthetic of a perfectly placed rivets. we are for sure denim geeks at heart.  in our baldwin essentials shop we have two of the lines strongest men’s jean fits and washes. we’ve also added the perfect jean jacket.  it retails for $225 and it is something you will wear season after season.  we’ve capped off the capsule with three great plaid flannels.  these shirts are perfect on their own or are hefty enough to layer as a shirt jacket.  again, we like their modern fit and we love their simple details (like the taping on the inside collar).  so stop in the store this month and find out what our female customers have been obsessing over, and check out the jeans we wear every day.  baldwin men’s essentials shop (pieces range from $220.00 -$238.00) – open fall 2011

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wm. j. mills & co.

we’ve carried wm. j. mills & co. bags since our opening because we believe they are the best casual bags in the market. each hand-crafted bag is made one at a time in their long island sail loft.  the bags are made with the same meticulous attention to detail that has served as their hallmark for over a century.  the bags are created using the same rugged fabric and stitching used to make their weather-resistant marine products, so you know that they’ll last, year after year.  the “double-needle” stitching creates rolled and finished seams – inside and out – for unsurpassed strength and longevity. timeless style, built to last a lifetime.  and because the bags are custom made to order we have colored each ourselves and created a unique bag assortment which is very space519.   note the natural rope handles on the over-sized tote which is a highlight this season.  wm. j mills & co. canvas bags – (bags range from $150 to $225 )

 

 

TOPMAN summer “pop-up” at space519

space519 is pleased to announce their partnership with London-based TOPMAN for a pop-up shop open now through the end of july.  the temporary “shop-in-shop” features a carefully edited selection of the forward thinking men’s fashion brand’s latest summer offerings. pieces range from suiting to swim, from t-shirts to penny loafers -  all at the sharp price-points which made TOPMAN famous.   the instalation offers consumers a first peak at the international mega brand launching a 300,000 square foot flagship store with TOPSHOP on michigan avenue this fall. “we are delighted to be previewing within space519 ahead of our official flagship launch this fall. space519 has a great design aesthetic and carries some excellent brands so we are very pleased to have been invited to be part of the mix this june,” noted david shepherd,” managing director of TOPMAN.  new pieces are arriving bi-weekly, so look for tweets announcing new arrivals.  TOPMAN pop-up shop (pieces range from $26 to $175)

 

baxter of california

given the recent boom in men’s grooming and all the hype of new products, baxter finley must be having a great laugh. finley is the unsung father of the modern men’s skincare industry.  moving from new york city to los angeles in the mid 1960’s finley realized the constant heat and sun was doing a rough number on his skin. after searching high and low for a moisturizer that wasn’t pink or floral, he finally gave up and created his own. by the 1970’s every hollywood hotshot was slapping their mugs with baxter’s bounty.  today baxter of california has a new look and feel with updated packaging, exciting new imagery, new cutting-edge men’s products that target very specific skincare needs, and improved formulations that combine the trusted traditions of science with fine ingredients with nature.  ideal for all skin types, the high-tech assortment works alone or in tandem, providing men with intelligent skincare solutions to anti-aging, shaving, cleansing and basic skincare. baxter of california – (products range $9 to $20)