Where would we be without color? We’re not too sure but life probably wouldn’t be nearly as fun. Would Eddy Murphy in Delirious have been as good if you didn’t see his bright red leather suit? Would the Spice Girls have existed? Who knows, but for this summer, we’ve got color taken care of. Check it out.

Three new Herschel styles are currently on their way to us, and we are stoked to share them with you!

First, and possibly our favorite, is a two-tone version of the Settlement. Fully lined with Herschel’s custom fabric, exposed gold metal zippers, and an internal media pocket. Front pocket features inner key clip.

The second two are a limited version of Herschel’s Novel bag in a 420 denier coated nylon, in charcoal and army.   The perfect duffel bag with a separate shoe compartment and padded shoulder strap.  Fully lined with Herschel’s Custom Fabric. Removable shoulder strap. Forty five liter capacity. Waterproof zipper Detail.

All 3 bags are now available for preorder. Quantities are super limited in these styles so don’t wait to grab yours!

You usually don’t realize your summer essentials until early September when it gets to chilly at night to take them out of the closet. If they even made it that far. We’ve gathered 20 essential items that make summer complete, minus the backyard cookouts, hammocks, boys and cold…

You love Rag & Bone , we know. And now we have them in a refreshing new color perfect for the summer, mint. They feature the classic 5 pocket styling, zip fly, tonal stitching, and a mid rise. So relax, fix yourself a Mojito and enjoy the summer in style.

We just got our hands on some great new pieces by Apolis, a company started in 2004 who’s philosophy is to empower people through opportunity not charity; what they call “Advocacy through industry”. Apolis is now available online and in store.

You’ve seen what Raleigh Denim can do with denim, now transfer that same mindset into beautiful raw canvas. The Jones Raw Canvas is handcrafted and sourced in North Carolina with 13.5 oz. White Cone canvas. Each pair is hand signed and individually numbered. Features regular fit with straight leg, mid rise styling, and made with a canvas-style weave.

With just 34 more days to go until the official first day of summer, our eyes are already wanting some coverage. We’ve got you covered more than zinc on the nose with everything from the classics to frame styles you never even seen before. Check out the options after the jump.

It’s baaaaaaaaaa-aaaaaackkk! (bell chimes)…

Okay, so we know it’s been a while, but with the warm weather ahead, you can expect some more righteous duds from our friend Kate of Na Nin Vintage, just in time for those porch hang outs, roof top BBQs and trips to the river!

This is just part of the first summer delivery, so be sure to keep checking back in to the Na Nin Vintage page for airy sun dresses, cut-offs, crop tops and more!

We’ve got ‘em. Leather, canvas, reusable, cute ones, cuter ones, big ones, small ones. If you’ve missed out, click to see our (almost) full line-up.

Here’s the thing about even just one day of warm weather after a slew of blustery winter ones, when you live in the mid-Atlantic region of the East Coast, you want more of it! I mean, really, who wouldn’t? So even though the forecast here, for the next week or so, predicts a hot rainy mess, we can all still get pumped for the days where the sun shines so brightly, you get tan without even trying…

We’re filling up the racks this spring with top-quality shirting from Gitman Brothers Vintage. Gitman Vintage, est. 1978, is an American heritage sport-shirt line that pays tribute to the past. Located in Pennsylvania, it is one of the last remaining shirt makers that bases its manufacturing entirely in America. We’re truly proud to carry such an extensive selection from them this season and we’re sure you’ll enjoy.

Illesteva was founded in 2009 by Daniel Silberman and born-and-raised New Yorker Jus Ske. Illesteva is handmade in Italy and Germany, in concert with the world’s leading manufacturers of luxury eyewear. The duo push normal boundaries of design by exploring fresh shapes and materials like acetate and bamboo, titanium and natural buffalo horn, with each new frame design

Miss Unkon has arrived, and we couldn’t be more excited about it! The brand creates a dreamlike and creative storytelling aesthetic with delicate fabrics, fantastical prints and a whole lot of love for its wearers. Each collection takes you down memory lane of young love, self discovery, passion, adventure and the innocence of youth. Even each piece is named with nostalgia for something familiar and fun, what’s cuter than that?! (You know, other than a kittens in a basket…)

Our good friends over at The Blaaahg sat down with Aime Cunningham of Thief & Bandit, one of our frist local vendors. It’s nice to see the progress and growth of such a great local company making an extraordinary product, right here in Richmond. Not to mention seeing how cute baby Wolfgang is.

Neat is a elegant and super minimal table by designer Christophe Pillet. It features a nifty duct for cables and is made of aluminum and marine plywood covered with epoxy-coated metal.

With all of that new skin showing, why not give it something to look forward to besides the sun. New jewelry from Tom Tom, As Is, MRD74, Lillian Crowe, K/LLER COLLECTION, Garnett Jewelry and more.

The Ford by Jeffrey Campbell is the perfect summer version of the famous Lita, and Aimee from Song of Style is killing it in her pair. Also, if you haven’t already heard, the Lita is one of the most comfortable pairs of shoes you will ever wear, so it makes sense that the Ford is no different. Run and play in these bad boys all summer long!

One of the most timeless pieces from Billy Kirk that we’ve seen. 100 % vegetable tanned leather featuring a sliding handle, detachable leather shoulder strap, brass closures and two interior compartments. Available now online and in the store.

Just the other day Rachel and I were chatting it up about our obseeeesssion (yes, we are obsessed) with monochromatic, well, everything- but especially when throwing an outfit together…

So so so very excited to announce that we just got our first shipment in from the New York based brand SOPHOMORE‘s SS11 collection- Awwwww yeaaaaahhh!

This exquisite tube amp is designed by Koichi Futatsumata and is a stunning example of minimal design. The stereo amp features two vacuum tubes and only two controls: one for power and volume, the other for tone. The overall concept and aesthetic remind of the excellent Braun products designed by Dieter Rams.

We just got in a wonderful little collaboration with Rachel Antonoff and Bass that we’re head over heels for. The cute little saddle shoe is a perforated leather slip-on featuring a flat heel, leather lining, padded foot bed, and large velvet bow detail. We hope your picnic baskets are ready for the park.

We just got in a few limited pairs of Momotaro Vintage Label 15.7oz jeans. How thick is 15.7 ounces? Pretty damn thick. These guys are made of un-sanforized raw Darkest Indigo Blue Denim. They’re shrink to fit, with a soft and comfortable fit. Vintage series is sewn with 0s yarn (thickest type), and has no decoration on the back pockets, making them genuine and solid jeans. Enjoy real vintage in a rigid, dark blue denim.

Valet just did a great feature on Feiyue, a shoe brand we just got in and are pretty stoked on for the warm weather months. You can check out their feature here, plus here’s what we think you should know about the brand.

Soulland’s head designer, Silas Adler (b. 1985), founded Soulland in 2002 and what started as a small company specialized in print t-shirts has now grown into a well-established menswear brand recognized worldwide and represented in leading stores across Europe and the USA.

We’re proud to get in a men’s line that is truly one of a kind. Creep was founded in Osaka, Japan by Kiyofumi Awai in 1997. Since then, Creep has sold it’s cutting-edge designs in dozens of stores in the US. In 2008, Hiroshi Awai, based in Toronto, Canada, joined Creep as men’s creative director.

As if this onesie didn’t already look good enough on it’s own, check out this recent image of how Chloe Sevigny styled it. 

We’re proud to introduce Kenton Sorenson leather goods, all handmade right here in the USA. Kenton Sorenson bases their designs off the modern man, traveling light. Raised in Fargo, North Dakota and today based in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, classically trained barber-turned-leather craftsman Kenton Sorenson lives by the moniker above and has a contagious passion for leather.

New arrivals from Na Nin Vintage are now up just in time for cookouts and bike rides!

What a gorgeous day here in Richmond, VA, and what’s a better way to welcome the warm weather than a new sun dress and a vintage find at Need Supply!

Huge drop from Insight for the guys right off the cruise ship. Hope you’re ready for the beach, no shoes, light fabrics and cool prints. Insight’s bringing their vacation game to the front with some classic cuts for shirts and shorts that are meant to be around water. These are pieces you’ll be wearing when you’re 70 by the pool playing shuffleboard, guaranteed.

The Naia by Miista is available for pre-order now. Inspired by female warriors, designer Laura Villasenin experiments with weaving leathers and different textiles for her Spring 2011 collection. These are not expected to ship until 4/15.

We are loving the new delivery of Heavy Machine shoes, and since you guys showed just as much love for the first pair we decided it was probably time to provide a  little background on this amazing line.

Quite possibly one of the best parkas we’ve come across in a while.  Classic hooded parka from Schott based on their own 1960s design. Features two flap and snap closure waist pockets, two slant and snap closure chest pockets, draw string hood, inner chest pocket, velcro cuff cinch, brass hardware, and full zip and snap closure and fully lines. Unionmade in NYC.

Hope you’re pedicure is up to date because we just got in a bunch of new shoes for the spring and more are coming in everyday. New arrivals from Jeffrey Campbell, Heavy Machine, Marais USA, Seychelles and more.

With spring rolling in, we thought that it was time to bring you another one of our staff picks – and who better to do that than Ali! If you like the styling on the models then you now know who to thank. Ali is one of our behind-the-scenes superhero’s that we couldn’t live without. To welcome in this new season of green grass and high tides, she’s gathered nine of her essentials for spring that we’re already falling in love with too.

This spring, RVCA is giving us more and more reasons to be outside in the sun. Flowing dresses and tops in light, breathable fabrics with amazing cuts. This season, less is more.

The first delivery of men’s S/S 2011 Shades of Grey has arrived. Clean lines on very practical pieces with great colors and of course, an amazing fit.

We’re absolutely crazy about the first delivery from Motel – a company driven by uniqueness and diversity. Motel is based on the thrift store culture of vintage-inspired prints and well-crafted pieces that celebrate the feminine silhouette. In place of cookie cutter trends, they have created a legendary account, and continue to do so every season, of a girl and the dress that makes her feel invincible. Motel’s enduring versatility means that each garment is instantly fascinating and instantly infatuating.

We’re going to let you guys in on a secret: these jeans look good on everyone.

We’re starting to see more and more arrivals of beautiful summer pieces that can’t wait to be shown off. New pieces from Richmond’s own Garnett Jewelry, Academy, Michelle Lopez Studio and La Mer are all in with so much more to come. Check out the new arrivals.

We’re pleased to bring you in a very limited pant from the great minds at Levi’s and Opening Ceremony. The 505 Chambray is a vintage-inspired unisex pant using 100% Japanese cotton chambray. Features a slim fit and higher waist, straight outseam, five pocket styling, and zip and button fly. Straight leg presents a clean silhouette with one amazing color for the spring.

We just got the first S/S 2011 delivery in from Sweden’s Cheap Monday, full of flowing tops, dresses, body suits and everything a girl could ask for. Say hello to wonderful prices and high quality – that’s Cheap Monday.

Tayor Supply is a New York City based brand that is exclusively designed and produced in the city. Founded by native New Yorker Christophe Hascoat with the philosophy that working locally maintains a sense of quality that is often lacking in today’s fashion market. The inspiration for Taylor Supply springs from the 1920s through the 1950s – a time in America that was characterized by rugged individualism, industrial innovation, entrepreneurship, and quality craftsmanship. That is the spirit as well as the vision of Taylor Supply. Their line is designed to recreate a time when clothes were made to be worn, to be comfortable, to last, and to look good.

Spring is the season for bottled coke, skirts, floppy hats and Zalo shoes. Handmade in Italy, one pair of these might not be enough.

We’re pleased to release our first shipment of Alden boots, available in the store and online. The Alden Shoe Company was founded in 1884 by Charles H. Alden in Middleborough, Massachusetts. Alden is now the only original New England shoe and boot-maker remaining of the hundreds who began so long ago. Still a family owned business, still carrying forward a tradition of quality genuine-welted shoe-making that is exceptional in every way. Click for the continuation.

We’re pretty excited to see a preview of the forthcoming spring 2011 line from Brooklyn’s Hill-Side. The team paired with photographer Antony Crook to showcase the fine garments, eat a delicious meal and quench their thirst with some cocktails. Keep an eye out for Spring to be on our shelves very soon. Click for the video.

Believe it or not, the water is getting warmer. We’re pretty excited to have a full stock of Franks trunks for this spring/summer season. They’ve been called, “One of the top 5 beach shorts ever.” Born from the beach culture of Australia and designed for the guy who appreciates style and is not afraid to stand out from the crowd, Franks shorts are tailored from the softest water resistant fabric, for superior comfort. Their individual hand drawn pattern designs and unique quick-dry fibres will get you noticed in the water as well as on the shore. Click to see what we’ve got.

So, as you have probably seen, we have new Na Nin Vintage in stock, which I have to say, we are all pretty excited about! And, if you haven’t heard already, Kate Jennings is one of our new favorite friends. She went around her neighborhood last weekend, and took some snap shots (beauteous, by the way) of a few of her new items. Of course, Sam, Emi, and Andrew were all too willing to help show the pieces off (thanks guys!). We hope you enjoy these as much as we  do!