The most important things to remember when you head off to the beach this summer are sunscreen, sweet sandcastle building skills, and a good book or two. We asked around the office for some suggestions and favorite beach reads – some are new to us, and some get re-read every summer.
Ian works in our shipping department, DJs in his spare time, and also acts as our team’s resident shaman. He’s got a truly unique take on style and on life in general, is the most laid back guy in the office, and we think Ian is someone that everyone should know. We asked him some [...]
Summertime is for long drives with the windows down and music up. We asked our friend Gene, a former East Coast-er that’s currently giving the West Coast a taste of his coolness, for his perfectly curated summer playlist to get us ready for sweaty car seats and for blasting in the blazing sun – or [...]
Your dad may not be perfect. Maybe he gave you a black eye while playing catch in the backyard or let you try your first sip of beer far before you could ever appreciate it. But, we’re sure he did it out of love, and most likely looked super sweet while doing so. You’ve heard [...]
Ryan Plett is a photographer and entrepreneur based in New York City. You may know him from You Have Broken the Internet, TravelWell, or his most recent pursuit, #CURRENTLY. We teamed up with Ryan, who shot the lookbook Nowhere Fast in Brooklyn, New York, featuring Leebo Freeman and styled by Carolyn Doolittle. Can you introduce [...]
Need Supply Co. and New England Shirt Co. are proud to present The Cookout Collection, a small collection of lightweight summer shirts, perfect for grilling out. The three exclusive short-sleeved button ups feature contrast prints, breathable materials, and names taken from some our favorite oyster varieties. Shop The Cookout Collection here.
Early this month, we launched the tenth Warby Parker showroom in the country right here in our store in Richmond, Virginia. The entire Warby Parker collection is now available to try on a purchase with prescription or non-prescription lenses. Warby Parker was founded in 2012 by four friends and business school grads, David Gilboa, Neil [...]
I’ve got summer weather (and wardrobe) on the brain, and am having too much fun gathering outfit ideas for any possible summery occasion.
If you can’t actually transport yourself to California at this very moment, Harper Smith’s photography is the next best thing. Her dreamy California-scapes are at once romantic, nostalgic, poetic, and still gritty and grimey. Hailing from the dusty midwest, Harper studied photojournalism and went on to photograph some of the biggest names in music, including [...]
Olivia Malone was born and raised on the East Side of Los Angeles and now divides her time between LA and living in New York City. Her photography explores the transitions between youth and adulthood, emphasizing the period where freedom and independence define the essence of youth’s unabashed allure. Though her client list is impressive, [...]
Wash Me Over is an exclusive run for Need Supply Co. by Rogue Territory. Featuring hand distressed, enzyme bathed field wear for life in the flicker of the summer sun. Hand crafted from 6oz Kaihara Mills chambray for high temperature R & R. Float deeper, deeper into the heart of summer. “Wash Me Over was [...]
Style muses don’t always come in the form of fashion models or celebrities. In fact, the best dressed woman you know may not be hip to the trends these days, but we guarantee your mom knew how to rock an oversized collar or high-waisted swimsuit. Digging through her old photos is probably more inspirational than [...]
Ione Saunders is the sharply-dressed smiling face that greets you in our store most days and helps you find that perfect pair of jeans. She’s got a hip, ever-evolving sense of style that makes you take a second glance, and isn’t afraid to mix it up and borrow from the boys. We think Ione is [...]
We are excited to announce the 10th Warby Parker Showroom in the US here at Need Supply Co. The entire Warby Parker collection will be available for customers to try on, including acetate (plastic), titanium (metal), and sunglasses. We will carry up to 100 frames in the showroom, all available to try on and purchase directly from [...]
We’re excited to announce the release of the second issue of our biannual print magazine, Human Being Journal. Issue 2 includes work by contributing photographers Charlie Engman, Ashley Florence, William Godwin, Matt Licari, Olivia Malone, Duy Nguyen and Harper Smith, along with 192 pages of 9 species, 1 haiku, 5 colors, 2 paper stocks, 9 [...]
Chanthorn is one of the most longest-running members of our team here at Need Supply Co, and definitely one of the most loved. And on top of being the nicest, coolest and most laid back guy we know, he’s also the best dancer – by a long slide. If you’re lucky, Chan has shipped you [...]
The 9th installment of our Meet the Maker series brought brothers Raan and Shea Parton, founders of Apolis, and their traveling Nomad Market installation here to Richmond, Virginia. The Apolis Nomad Market is a traveling installation that presents product collection, stories, and films from Apolis Global, with a goal of connecting the local neighborhood to [...]
Spring jewelry is rolling in, and we’re introducing brand new lines as well as new collections from some of our favorites. Go ahead and stock up on some shiny new jewels while you wait for it to actually get warm enough for spring dressing.
Last week, we partied in the store with the arrival of Topshop Unique S/S 2013, and if you didn’t make it, you missed out on great food, great music, great clothes and a great time. Event photos by Will Godwin
We’re thrilled to announce the exclusive launch of Topshop Unique S/S 2013. On Thursday, March 14, join us in store from 6-8 pm for the release of Topshop’s “big sister” collection and help us bring the UK to the States in style. Led by designer Kate Phelan (formerly of British Vogue fame), the collection boasts [...]
Last Friday, the 9th installment of our Meet the Maker series brought brothers Raan and Shea Parton, founders of Apolis, and their traveling Nomad Market installation here to Richmond, Virginia. The Apolis Nomad Market is a traveling installation that presents product collection, stories, and films from Apolis Global. The Nomad Market opened in our brick and [...]
Carolyn Doolittle came from New York to join our team last year, and we’re so happy she did. As our stylist, Carolyn keeps our models looking good and coordinates all of our shooting. She’s settling into Richmond with her adorable new kitten, and loves mood rings, cats, iced coffee, and a good, extra spicy Bloody [...]
Engineered Garments designer Daiki Suzuki masterfully blends classic Americana with a certain Japanese aesthetic. Named for a pattern maker’s observation that the clothes carry so much detail, the garments are engineered rather than designed, the line delivers unparalleled craftsmanship and detail-oriented heritage workwear. Engineered Garments clothing is influenced by American sportswear, outdoor clothing and military [...]
The Good Ones is an online interview magazine that features influential and inspirational people who tap into the creative and independent spirit of counter-culture. With beautiful photography and design, The Good Ones reaches into the lives of some of the coolest people around, you know, the really good ones. Issue Three is now available, a feature on everyone’s [...]
The 9th installment of our Meet the Maker series brings brothers Raan and Shea Parton, founders of Apolis, and their traveling Nomad Market installation here to Richmond, Virginia. Apolis began in 2004 with the simple idea that people can live better lives if they are given equal access to opportunity. It is built by a [...]
The End is a temporary brand created by Need Supply Co as part of our Winter 2012 campaign, and to celebrate the culmination of life on Earth. As the end draws near, we’ve celebrated life (as seen in our Last Holiday Party Ever photos above), and prepared ourselves by creating products to help us through [...]
It’s almost upon us. The End is near and the world will be over tomorrow…if you believe in Mayan mythology, anyway. In honor of the last day of humanity as we know it, we compiled a list of some of mankind’s most famous last words- some are funny, some are poignant, but all are final. [...]
Leslie Hamilton is a doll of a girl that you can almost always find sweetly helping a customer in our store or working her little fingers to the bone on various fashion design projects. She’s got the most coveted head of hair in Richmond, and an equally as great brain behind it. Leslie loves kittens [...]
Krystle is one of the best-dressed ladies we know, so it’s no doubt her holiday wish list is a good one. Check out what our women’s buyer has got her eye on this season.
Will Godwin is our staff photographer, a graphic designer, and just about everyone’s hands down favorite person here at Need Supply Co. He will treat the gals to coffee, send you a video of Steven Seagal doing karate if you’re having a rough day, and be the very first and the very last person on [...]
We had a blast in Los Angeles and New York during our two Journal Release Parties, and it was so great to see our friends and family come out and snag a Journal and a hug for themselves. Above is a video from our L.A. release party and below is our day in New York [...]
Imogene Barron is a freelance stylist, creative director and consultant who lives and works between Sydney and Los Angeles. She’s made headway in the fashion world as Fashion Director at Oyster, Yen and Dazed & Confused Australia, as well as contributing to numerous titles such as Russh, Monster Children, Black, Wonderland and Dazed & Confused UK. She currently edits [...]
Amanda Weatherford is the newest addition to our blog team, and in her spare time blogs about all that is cool over at Peony Project. She’s got quite a few hidden talents, including (but not limited to) playing obscure musical instruments like the ukulele and the bassoon, tap dancing, and is even a critical care [...]
For the 8th installment in our Meet the Maker series, the crew from Baldwin Denim visits us in store tomorrow from Kansas City. We’re excited to kick off a collaboration with Baldwin and introduce an exclusive new pant for men. Also not to be missed, the Fall 2012 women’s collection from Baldwin will be available [...]
The Hill-Side is a collection of ties, scarves and handkerchiefs created by brothers Emil and Sandy Corsillo of Brooklyn, New York. The collection is handcrafted in the U.S. from heavy-duty fabrics such as canvas, selvedge denim and chambray, most of which is sourced from Japan. We’ve been fans of these guys and what they do [...]
Recently, we had the opportunity to work with storied photographer Jason Lee Parry and rad stylist Imogene Barron on an editorial shoot for new print publication, Human Being Journal. Room Number 7 was shot in the California desert with model Teresa Oman, and even the outtakes are so dreamy you could eat them with a spoon. [...]
We’re excited to announce the release of our first biannual print magazine, Human Being Journal. We have been printing something each season, but never sharing thoughts and ideas. It’s a strong belief within our company that the products only represent one part of the story. The people who buy our clothing also sleep, eat, ride bikes, travel to [...]
A few weeks ago we were lucky enough to have our good friend Karl of Rogue Territory fly in from L.A. for the sixth installment of our Meet The Maker series. At the shop, Karl released two items exclusive to Need Supply Co., the Drake Camo Ar-G Trouser and work shirt. Amongst the festivities, we sat [...]
Elizabeth McKinnon is just about the sweetest person you will ever meet. But she’s more than just a pretty face and a pleasant disposition. In fact, Elizabeth keeps this place running in tip-top shape and keeps us all sane in the meantime. We asked Elizabeth to share her style picks and some of her favorite [...]
For the seventh installment of our Meet The Maker series, local designer Angela Bacskocky will be in store Friday, September 28, from 6-8pm to debut her Fall 2012 collection, Nest. The Nest deals with isolation and hibernation, and the animal instinct to burrow and hide away, which is simultaneously comfortable and claustrophobic. Though Angela Bacskocky [...]
Rogue Territory‘s handmade goods are built with an obsession to details. Based in Los Angeles, California, the Rogue Territory workshop is a tribute to American manufacturers of the early 20th century, when clothing was built to last and attention was placed not only on the quality of the materials, but on the construction of the [...]
A couple of weeks ago, we opened up the store to a first come, first serve table tennis championship. Out of 16 contestants and a hungry crowd, Richmond’s Markalo Prousalis took the gold: a $250 gift card to the store and a year of fame. Mark wasn’t even supposed to play. His brother was originally set [...]
In honor of the Olympics and the beauty of competition, we’re having a little tournament next Thursday with big prizes and bragging rights for a year. On Thursday, August 16th, Need Supply Co. presents the first annual Richmond Table Tennis Championship held in the store. We’ll be clearing the floor out for a one-on-one co-ed [...]
The weather is still hot, the pools are still open, and we’ve got plenty of summer gear going on sale now. The guys huddled up to select 10 essential items that you’d be crazy to miss out on. From Gitman Brother’s Vintage to handmade Yuketen moccasins, we’ve got some pretty incredible prices going on right now. [...]
We asked all the ladies in the office and studio to select some of their favorite items from the Summer Sale. From the bunch, we’ve narrowed it down to the following 10 items that you’d be crazy not to check out at this price. Let’s be real though, who doesn’t love a summer sale? It [...]
There are boots, and then there are boots that truly stand the test of time. Rider Boot Company makes boots that stand the test of time, and then some. Based in our home city of Richmond, Virginia, Rider is a family owned business that represents quality, certainly not quantity. Their boots are produced by hand [...]
We are proud to present an exclusive coffee blend with Lamplighter Roasting Co. as part of our Spring 2012 campaign. It is a blend of two fair trade, estate coffees; the Papua New Guinea Sigri Estate A & Kenya Ruiru Oaklands Estate AA. Enjoy a behind the scenes look at the roasting and cupping process and the [...]
Jason works in our shop, and can answer just about any question about denim that you can think of. But besides helping to make the masses more stylish, he also keeps our forests safe as a park ranger, and is an aspiring copywriter- in fact, you rarely catch him without a notepad in hand. Our [...]
Our dearest Rachel of Academy Jewelry recently paired up with New York’s Of A Kind for a limited release of French Blue pieces. With the collaboration came an insider’s look to our lovely home city of Richmond, VA. Rachel covers all the essentials for a day trip to Richmond: coffee, shopping, museums, downtime, and of course, [...]
As part of our fatherhood recognition this week, we’ve decided to take a look back at some of the other dads that we grew up with. Although they weren’t a direct influence on our good or bad behavior, we’ve grown to know them, recognize them, and watch their ways as we matured ourselves. Their traits [...]
