Piper's HOLIDAY Gift Guide 2012

 Emu Slippers

The perfect gift for anyone. These EMU slippers have a hard-wearing dark gum rubber sole and a classic sheepskin outer and inner, making them perfect for the comfort of your own home, or outside on the street. EMU is proud to use all Australian grown sheepskin products. See our full collection of Emu slippers for both men and women in store. $85

Books
We now have books from local publisher GINKO PRESS! Titles such as 101 Essential Rock Records, Silk Screen Basics, and Beautiful Decay  all make excellent gifts! Prices range from $20-$65.

 Wolverine 1000 Mile
Based on archival WOLVERINE patterns, the Courtland Boot is crafted with great attention to detail and consideration of contemporary function. Made in America, the Courtland features premium Horween® Chromexcel leather and classic Goodyear™ Welt construction. The leather outsole is equipped with a Vibram® rubber pad and heel lift for more protection and traction in wet environments. $365 

Wheelmen & Co. Backpacks
WHEELMEN & CO. was born from a strong family heritage in cycling, combined with a passion for classic tailoring. Their mission is to create functional and durable accessories using classic lines and styles reborn in the 21st century. Made in the USA and backed with a lifetime guarantee. This bag is bound to make both the gifter and the giftee happy campers. $159

Moonflower Jewelry
Handmade by our lovely mother, Angi Dega. MOONFLOWER jewelry is made with semi precious stones, fossils, and sterling silver. Every piece is made by Angi herself. From left to right: Ammonite Fossil Ring $148, Dendritic Quartz Ring $168, Cat Eye Ring $95. 

 Emu Scarf
Australia's love affair with wool stretches back to the arrival of sheep, with the First Fleet in 1788. The wool industry has dominated their economy, their agricultural practices, their collective imagination and their global reputation as a quality wool growing nation. Australian wool is considered the most premium wool in the world. Made with superfine Merino wool the EMU Australia 'Mt. Sabin' scarf feels amazing against the skin. $76

Vintage Schwinn Stingray

In store right now are two amazing vintage SCHWINN Stingrays! One in green built in 1969 in Chicago featuring a speedometer and headlight, all original, priced at $750. The second in copper made in 1968, also in Chicago featuring, a suicide shifter and sissy bar. Priced at $800.

Ethanmade Bag
ETHANMADE bags are all handmade by local San Francisco genius Ethan Jamison. He makes each bag from start to finish himself. Prices range from $195-$425 and come in different sizes and color ways. He even named one style after our own Penny Piper!

 Moonflower Leather Bracelets

Made with heavy bridle leather these uni-sex bracelets can be wrapped to fit any size arm. Like all MOONFLOWER jewelry these are handmade in the USA. $49-$59.

Brixton Beanie
In San Francisco one can never have too many beanies right? Not to mention they take up a lot of space in a stocking! We have a range of colors including orange (for those Giants fans) as well as basic black. Oh, and we almost forgot to mention they are made in the USA! $19 and up.

Emu Kids
 These kids' EMU boots are called 'Little Creatures'. Fully lined with Australian sheepskin to keep little toes warm all winter. We have kitties, sharks, monsters, and fish! Sizes range from 0 months to kids size 13. $45-$90

 Red Wing Boots
For more than a century, RED WING SHOE COMPANY has built a reputation for making tough, comfortable footwear for hard working Americans. Today, Red Wing Heritage boots and shoes are still crafted with skill in the United States by craftsmen who take the time to make sure each pair lasts. This '877' boot was worn by Jack Nicholson in the 1975 movie One Flew Over the Cuckcoo's Nest. $287 

 A Peace Treaty Scarf
A PEACE TREATY creates employment for skilled artisans working in places of socio-political strife, effectively supporting their technique and craft while elevating their products to the level of high design for an exclusive and international fashion audience. A PEACE TREATY employs artisans with above fair trade wages and invests in creating income generation opportunities for out-of-work artisans, disabled and widowed women. $265

Purple Creepers
Dangerously cool purple suede T.U.K will make someone's day for sure! Come see our wide selection of colors and styles for both men and women. $71

Izola Soaps

Perfect for stuffing a stocking! Authentic handcrafted IZOLA soaps in the fine style of the 18th century toiletries. This old world triple milled recipe is an all-vegetable base with the moisturizing benefit of olive oil. These are environmentally sensitive soaps made with vegetable oils and are free of animal testing. Raw materials are domestically sourced. $19 for set of 3.

 

Brixton Hat
Inspired by music, culture, and the people who surround them, BRIXTON is the collaboration of three friends who wanted to convey their lifestyle through unique products. This round top short brimmed felt bowler hat with grosgrain band looks great on girls. $45

Pendleton Blankets

To a native Oregonian, there are few company names that inspire as much confidence and pride as PENDLETON WOOLEN MILLS. For six generations, the Bishop family has owned and operated a company that consistently produces woolens of incredible beauty and quality. All Pendleton blankets are made in the USA. $195-$278

Super Sunglasses
SUPER sunglasses are made to the highest possible standards, hand made in Italy by the best manufacturers and with the best materials. SUPER uses only German ZEISS lenses for maximum protection against the harmful UV rays from the sun. This just released style is extra large, extra strong, extra thick and made with solid black quality acetate paired with silver metal arms and hardware. $185

Miista Boots

Okay, so maybe these are one of those gifts that you give to yourself...but why not? These babies are the perfect boot for the holiday season. Made in Spain. Wear them with black tights and a dress! Foxy! $192

Billy Kirk
The BILLY KIRK Schoolboy Satchel takes inspiration from the old school satchels and Medic cases from WWII Europe. Leather divider inside separates bag into two separate compartments. Adjustable shoulder strap with dull nickel silver hardware. Hand-burnished and edged. 14" x 5" x 10". $365

Some images and content via brand websites.

Topo Designs

We are proud to add Topo to our ever expanding selection of bags here at Piper's! Made in Colorado with that vintage style and feeling we love so much we may just have to keep a few for ourselves!  

 Below is a bit more about this amazing brand courtesy of Topo...

About Us

Growing up in the mountains of the West we’ve been using gear from our earliest memories. We are fishers, hunters, ski instructors, hikers, climbers, bikers, travelers, and through it all we’ve searched for gear that really works – as well as satisfies the styles that we’re attracted to. Never satisfied with the standard fare, we sought out ski gear from France, bags from Japan, all the while honing our tastes and growing a seed of desire to create something ourselves.


Topo began well before it began, in discussions, sharing ideas, and just the desire to have quality products that were in our heads rather than the ones we saw in stores. As everyone that’s made something knows, it takes a lot longer to make something than to decide to make it. So we took our time, made prototype after prototype, tested, re-tested, took vacations just as an excuse to test, and we finally had our first bag. At this point we’d gained some skills and the following bags came more quickly. After some initial success in Japan we realized we’d need to step up our production a bit so we started working with a local production shop known for making quality bags. And that brings us to today, designing, sewing, prototyping, and moving forward. We strive to make products that are simple, functional, and beautiful – think canoe vs. motor boat. We’re the canoe.


At Topo Designs we talk a lot about how things are made and why, about the value of creating versus consuming, and how to work with that tension. When making the decision of where to produce our designs, we talked about importing and making locally. While drawn to the ideas of making things in the US we also understand the importance of making things work. After research we were pleased to find that we could make things locally and even more, we could control quality at a closer level, we could drastically reduce minimums which gave us more flexibility and, if we were careful, we could bring things in at a price that didn’t reduce it to a luxury item. We’re global citizens and enjoy things made all around the world, but we’re very proud to be making and producing things in the country we call home. We hope you enjoy them.


Topo bags are all made in a LEED certified building in Colorado, USA with an amazing view of the Rockies.

Photos via Topo

We Love Filson's American-Made Tradition

Born in 1897, the Seattle based brand, Filson has created products using only the best quality and most durable vegetable tanned bridle leathers and rugged cottons, that will last many years and in some cases generations. We are in love with their dedication and pride taken in making durable bags, as well as their maintenance of the American made tradition.

Take a closer look into their American made materials, photos and content courtesy of Filson.

 Heavy duty spools of cotton thread.

Otter green cotton twill bundle ready for production.

They use only the absolute best vegetable tanned genuine bridle leathers found right in Seattle, Washington.

Their heavy duty brass zippers.

Filson operates their own factory and is one of the last Union factories in Seattle. Each product is hand built with care and attention to detail...

Operator in their Seattle factory hand finishing a piece of rugged twill luggage.

Here are a few of the Filson products now available at Pipers...

 "Carry-on" in Tan

"Rucksack" in Otter Green

 "Tin Cloth Backpack" with Quilted backing

            

Like Filson says, "Might as well have the best!"

FILSON ~ RUGGED QUALITY FOR OVER 100 YEARS

Filson, a leading outfitter for outdoor enthusiasts, is committed to providing the highest quality apparel that stands up to the toughest conditions. Filson puts the same care into all our products that C.C. Filson insisted on since 1897. We believe that no one can craft our heavy wools, rugged cottons, and genuine bridle leather with the same quality and durability that we can get right here in Seattle. Whether you're active in drenching rain, brush and briars, or severe cold and snow. Filson makes a natural fabric that will stand up to the worst abuse, and keep functioning for many years -- in some cases for generations. Rugged, durable, and comfortable. These qualities never go out of style. Filson's legacy is built upon its reputation for reliability, satisfaction, and honest values. The brand's tough yet comfortable outdoor clothing is a favorite among hunters and fishermen, engineers and explorers, mariners and miners, and anyone who has a passion for the outdoors.  Renowned for proprietary fabrics such as heavyweight Tin Cloth and warm, rugged Mackinaw Wool, Filson's quality apparel and accessories have made it a trans-generational brand. Filson operates a Union Sewing Factory at its headquarters in Seattle, Washington.

Black Pyramid at Piper's

Join us tomorrow night for another awesome POP-UP shop by online vintage boutique Black Pyramid! Loads of vintage on sale as well as yummy cocktails and shoes of course! See you there!

www.blackpyramidshop.com

RUN THE GAME Book Release Party

Please join us this Tuesday June 12th to celebrate the book release of RUN THE GAME by our dear friend Jason Myers! Jason will be reading from 7:30-8, and then signing copies until 9. The book will be for sale and if you purchase it during the event you will get 15% off Piper's merchandise (excluding jewelry).

Complementary beverages as always. Hope to see you all there!

RSVP here.

Wheelmen & Co.

We are very excited about the latest addition to our ever expanding bag selection... Wheelmen and Co! With a history going back to the late 1800's Wheelmen and Co. strives to create functional, durable products using classic design ideas reborn for the 21st century. All designed and made in the beautiful USA.

Wheelmen & Company’s bloodline can be traced back to Thomas Smith, the founder’s great grandfather in the 1800’s. He was born in 1874, lived his whole life in Oldcastle, County Meath, Ireland, and was a man with many diverse talents. Thomas Smith not only worked full time for the national railroad, but was also one of the first bicycle mechanics in Ireland. His bicycle repair business flourished and wasn’t long before he became an exclusive dealer of Raleigh Bicycles. Thomas Smith’s bicycle business prospered for many years. The same tools the founder's great grandfather used to create some of the first bicycles dating back to the late 1800’s as well as his original bicycle shop stood can be seen in our Lookbook. At Wheelmen & Company, we stand by tradition and a long lasting understanding of creating product that can be worn now, as well as in many years to come.

All bags pictured are available now at Piper's.

Images and content via Wheelman & Co.

///Sandal Weather///

It might rain tomorrow, but today it's 70 degrees so we're just going to roll with it. Especially since we have so many cute new sandals coming into the store in bight neon's and pretty pastels! YAY spring time!

From Top Gee WaWa $133.00, Lacoste $48, Seychelles $81

))))Monday Inspiration((((

Some psychedelic Monday morning art.

Images via Cosmic Dust