Book of Denim | Code | Amsterdam (NL) | By Lee Fleming

The latest addition to our reading list is Book of Denim by Amsterdam-based CODE, published by Superzined an independent publishing house and subdivision of communications agency Supertroopers. First released in April 2016 at Blueprint Amsterdam's Denim Days, the indigo-filled publication gives a directional, professional and personal perspective on this fascinating fabric from around the world. A dedication to the science, industry, and poetic beauty of denim, the Book of Denim includes travels to the blue town of Donmatías in the Colombian mountains, progressive production in Portugal and Morocco's denim industry.

The Book of Denim is filled with familiar names that the IDMC° team admire includingTenue de Nimes, Indigo People, Facing West and Juniper Ridges' Desert & Denim. Dawson Denim, Story Mfg, Hiut Denim, Tender Co., Endrime and Universal Works fly the flag for UK-based denim production. With exceptional photography by Martin Scott Powell, Zachary Bako and Danny North, styling by Kanako B Koga and words by Samuel Trotman, the Book of Denim is a denim geek must.

Vintage Backpack | Amsterdam (NL)

Well-worn pieces are often the sign of good design built with purpose and functionality in mind. We spotted this vintage backpack by Amsterdam based concept store Six and Sons in their extensive collection that ranges from furniture, homeware, clothing and accessories.

Available at Six and Sons

Vintage Map Schoolcharts | Amsterdam (NED)

This beautiful assortment of vintage school charts (106cm x 85cm) depicting Belgie en Luxemburg, Azie and Donaulanden are the perfect addition to that lonely wall you've always been meaning to decorate. 

Available from Six and Sons.

Natural Indigo 6" Moc Toe Boots by Red Wing Shoes | Minnesota (USA)

If you don't ask you won't get, probably the exact phase murmured when Amsterdam based Tenue de Nimes found themselves at Kojima denim (Japan) and asked the good folk at the Rampuya factory to dip-dye some pairs of Red Wing rough-out leather moc-toe boots for them. Following various experiments they ended up with this darker shade of blue and decided to apply the dip dying process to fifty pairs. A true limited edition that we'd suggest getting your hands on.

No.11 Rain Coat by Hancock | Glasgow (UK)

With the Autumn and Winter months ahead of us, we look to practical outerwear that will serve and protect us against the elements. With form and function in mind, we introduce Hancock a British maker of rubberised outerwear that draws inspiration from Thomas Hancock, the English inventor who in 1819 began to experiment making rubber solutions and by 1920 patented his first rubberised invention. Having originally trained as a cabinet maker, Hanock’s interest in rubber seems to have originated from a desire to create waterproof fabrics to protect passengers on his coaches.

In 1825, Hancock began working with Charles Macintosh to manufacture his ‘double textured’ rubber fabric which was patented by Hancock on 21st November 1843, eight weeks prior to Charles Goodyear in the USA.

With a modern approach and aesthetic behind Hancock and two generations of expert coat-makers, all Hancock rubberised articles are made by hand at their factory in Scotland. A strong focus resides to build upon the legacy that Thomas Hancock left, using a fabric that offers uncompromised protection. The No. 11 Rain Coat is crafted from the finest quality caoutchouc (Natural rubber) from the Siphonia Elastica tree, the No.11 combines function with a clean, minimalistic silhouette resulting in a versatile outerwear option. Available at Tenue De Nimes (Amsterdam).