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Quick Picks: Unionmade 40% Off FINAL Sale

June 24, 2014 By Christian | Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Here's why.

UNIONMADE: 40% off Spring-Summer FINAL Sale (no returns)

Some of us are completely fine with keeping it inexpensive all the time. Some of us mix in high-quality pieces with our lower-priced staples. And then there are those who swear by the “buy better buy less” mantra. If you’re of that last mindset, then you’re probably familiar with Unionmade.

Launched in San Francisco in 2009, they’ve got just two four brick & mortar shops (all in California), as well as a website that gets plenty of attention from the fans of high-quality, classic American looks. They mostly curate, but they have partnered up with brands for collaborative pieces before. Their focus on quality means that the prices are often (if not always) STEEP, and that’s still the case even with this current 40% off Final Sale.  And yes, it’s final sale. So no returns. Hold on to those wallets!

 

Journal Standard Seersucker Jackets in Plaid or Check – $127.00 FINAL ($213)

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Sizes are going fast, but with something as lightweight as this, at this time of year, it’s understandable. Unionmade teamed up with this Japanese brand to make a few different styles, and these are perfect for hot weather. Appears to be unlined (excluding the sleeves? maybe?), claims a slim fit, and is made of indigo dyed seersucker. The sleeves do have functioning buttons however, so beware. That said, they DO have a size chart that lists sleeve length as well as chest from pit to pit… which is good, being that these things aren’t sized in Small, Medium, or Large, but instead 0, 1, and 2.

 

Woolrich John Rich & Bros. Reversible Field Short – $66.00 FINAL ($110)

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Cut your laundry time in half! All right, so, you probably shouldn’t pull the works-in-college “just turn it inside out trick.” But these are extra versatile thanks to the solid khaki on one side, and madras plaid on the other.  All cotton twill.

 

Quoddy Kiltie Loafer: $207.00 FINAL ($345)

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This is one of those well established and legendary brands that Unionmade specializes in carrying. Made in the USA and hand sewn for over 100 years, Quoddy knows a thing or two about quality. This loafer has this….aged look to it right out the gate. Chromexcel upper, can’t-miss sole, and several sizes available at post time. Certainly not going to flip everyone’s skirt, and ouch-worthy expensive (for a limited use casual) even on sale.

 

Mark Weekender Bag: $153.00 FINAL ($255)

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Now, some of us like and use totes. But I know some of you don’t like them at all. What if I told you this was actually a weekender bag? YUP, a vertical weekender bag that looks like a tote…. but isn’t….sort of? Right up my alley! Made in the USA and has an exterior made out of 100% wool, veg tanned leather handles and a decent amount of space lined in cotton canvas fabric. Just a hair over 2000 cubic inches at 17″x14″x8.5″. Definitely not for everyone, but also a fun and unique piece. Comes in Orange and Navy.

 

Barbour Stanley Jacket: $209.00 FINAL ($349)

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Another jacket that’s reminiscent of the one that 007 wore while in Scotland in Skyfall. Seems like a great transitional jacket, and should see plenty of use in Spring and Fall. External material is full on waxed Sylkoil (traditional unshorn wax) cotton with the interior being lined in cotton as well.The lapels are pretty narrow, two flap pockets and a chest pocket, and is styled to look not too dissimilar from a blazer which is great. Was on sale during the half-yearly at Norstrom in a darker green, but now those are all but sold out. Final sale here like everything else.

 

Golden Bear “The Tiburon” Jacket in Green or Khaki – $144.00 FINAL ($240)

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Keep it simple, right? And who knew they were still making lightweight jackets in the United States? Claims to be slim fit, a 65% poly/35% cotton shell means it won’t feel too slippery/plastic-bag-like, and as classic of a design as it gets. Not cheap, but good for those who try to buy made in the USA as often as possible.

 

Quoddy Canoe Shoe in Grey Suede – FINAL $165 ($276)

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Some guys are totally fine with going the cheap-route when it comes to casual shoes (especially warm weather casuals)… and this is not that route. Like the Kiltie Loafer, this one seems very expensive for a casual shoe. But,Quoddy’s materials and workmanship are outstanding. Might be a pair of shoes you pull out and beat up for many summers to come.

 

Woolrich Upstate Hunting Blazer in Grey/Olive – FINAL $195 ($325)

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Boy… Unionmade is known for doing the upscale-rugged/outdoors thing… but you just can’t escape this hunting blazer/jacket combo can you? Unlike the Barbour, this one isn’t waxed. Lighter weight. Partially lined in a camo-fabric that appears to be cotton or cotton based? Patch chest pocket & bottom pockets, watch pocket, & map pocket.

 

The ???: Levi’s reproduction of the Bing Crosby Denim Tux

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Pants – $216.00 ($360) & Tuxedo Jacket – $1,080.00 ($1,800)

Wait.  Really?

The Union Made sale will last about a month and also takes affect at their two physical locations. Yes, they have the Bing Crosby tuxedo in the Los Angeles location and yes, I tried it on. I. LOOKED. GREAT.

About the author: Christian Davis is a 24-year-old Los Angeles based writer who likes high-quality stuff, but also likes a good cheap blazer every now and then. For more, you can follow him via his tumblr. 

Filed Under: Clothing, Shoes, Too Expensive Tagged With: Barbour, Golden Bear, Quoddy, Unionmade, Woolrich

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Comments

  1. bryclops says

    June 24, 2014 at 3:19 PM

    I can’t believe Bing Crosby was Canadian.

  2. BenR says

    June 24, 2014 at 3:25 PM

    I think it needs to be in bigger bolder text.

    FINAL SALE. NO RETURNS.

    Yadda yadda so on and so forth.

    That said, I ordered a Golden Bear jacket and a Filson briefcase (now sold out) that I am super stoked to get my hands on.

  3. Quancho says

    June 24, 2014 at 4:27 PM

    GRRR! Reversible shorts sold out in 34. Damn you, frequent Dappered checkers!

  4. Sigtweed & Corduroy says

    June 24, 2014 at 4:35 PM

    Denim tuxedo…Wat

  5. Logan Gilles says

    June 24, 2014 at 9:19 PM

    I have to say, as a union member I find it pretty offensive that a company named “unionmade” hardly sells anything that is actually union made.

  6. Farhad says

    June 24, 2014 at 11:17 PM

    Which bag did you order, Ben? 256 or one of the tote bags?

  7. Mike says

    June 25, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    Journal Standard has some matching plaid seersucker shorts for that jacket….. Shorts Suit!!!!

  8. ALand says

    June 25, 2014 at 6:36 AM

    I completely agree. They’ve gotten shit for it in the past.

  9. ALand says

    June 25, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    Does anyone know if Unionmade’s sales will up the % off in the coming days? Looking to pick up some gitman vintage stuff but their costly and stupid slow shipping always turns me off.

  10. BenR says

    June 25, 2014 at 7:32 AM

    “Large selvedge briefcase.”

    http://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-fsg/unionmade/Images/Products/Filson_Large_Briefcase_in_Natural_3_1395963435.jpg

  11. Shomas says

    June 25, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    I picked up a pair of Alden captoes (kind of like the Alden version of the Strand). They were significantly less expensive than I’ve seen elsewhere, though still pricey. I figured the final sale thing isn’t such a big deal given my comfort with Alden sizing and the resale market for them.

  12. KCIvey says

    June 25, 2014 at 8:15 AM

    I’m surprised they haven’t been sued, or fined for false advertising.

  13. Ryan says

    June 25, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    I thought I read somewhere on StyleForum that they will eventually do a 20% off 40% and finish with a 40% off 40%. Who knows if this will happen or if stock will last.

  14. AlwaysBeenTim says

    June 25, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    Well, they tried when they first started. They just gave up.

  15. Ryan says

    June 25, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    I had those in my cart for a good 24 hours before realizing I already had the same shoes in Black. Love them, super comfortable and highly recommended.

  16. ALand says

    June 25, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    I’m not sure there’s a hipster lawyer out there willing to make a case for a boutique menswear store lying about how union made their 200$ buttondown shirts are.

  17. ALand says

    June 25, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    I’m going to hold off until then… gitman stuff at 80$ is a very nice price.

  18. Officer Rex Bishop says

    June 25, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    Canada better not try to claim my fellow Washingtonian.

  19. David says

    June 25, 2014 at 9:51 AM

    There’s actually four brick & mortars now: San Francisco, Santa Monica, Larkspur, and Los Angeles.

  20. Joe says

    June 25, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    FIXED. Thanks sir.

  21. Ganima says

    June 25, 2014 at 10:43 AM

    I stopped by their LA store and picked up the Golden Bear Kentfield in Navy. I feel like I have nothing but navy jackets but this one is really nice. Also got a Golden Bear top coat and couple of shirts.

  22. Adam says

    June 25, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    They clearly state they’re not affiliated with any union:

    “We are interested in well-made American style and aesthetically classic goods, many of which are made in the United States, but we’re not affiliated with any unions, other than the unions, civil and otherwise, that tie us all together.”

  23. Ivan says

    June 25, 2014 at 12:43 PM

    Can you recommend American clothing companies with unionized workforces? I always prefer to support living wages. Sterlingwear of Boston is one company I like because they not only make quality, authentic garments in my home town but employ a unionized workforce as well.

  24. reggieandtfe says

    June 25, 2014 at 1:22 PM

    Most Filson, Red Wing & Alden products are assembled by Union workers.

  25. Ivan says

    June 25, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    I buy Filson when I can afford it. Nothing beats it for outdoor skills teaching and bushcrafting in Winter. I’ve always been a Chippewa guy, but some of those Red Wings look like a good bet. Alden? Well, I make a fair bit of money for a 16 year old, but those are way out of my budget.
    Thanks for the help, Ivan

  26. Farhad says

    June 26, 2014 at 11:44 AM

    Looks great. I’ve had my 256 for five or six months and love everything about it. I’m sure you’ll love yours too.

  27. --------------------- says

    June 26, 2014 at 7:37 PM

    They have actually faced legal action for the name before:

    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/30/union-made-clothing-afl-cio_n_2218551.html

  28. --------------------- says

    June 26, 2014 at 7:38 PM

    Beware that the best stuff usually goes quick when the sales begin to compound; you really have to order quick then

  29. fash1on says

    June 27, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    Would you say the kentfield is a slim fit? I saw the small is a chest 22″ which bigger that i would expect.

  30. --------------------- says

    June 30, 2014 at 4:14 PM

    It’s a raglan jacket, which makes the measurements really off, but essentially, the jackets are slim, but fit TTS

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