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Old Town Moving Sale

  • February 16, 2012 |
  • News
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We’ve got some pretty big news for you all… In an effort to serve our clients better, we will be closing one of our three locations, Old Town, to prepare for a new, larger space this fall. As a special thank you, we invite you to save at least 50% on all items at our big Moving Sale! READ MORE

The Everyman’s EDC

  • February 16, 2012 |
  • EDC
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Well, we’re using the term everyman lightly here, since no two EDCs are truly alike. But, with this, our first official everyday carry on the blog, we have a collection that most would agree on: Herschel’s Field Pouch to collect your essentials; a Postalco notebook to collect sketches and notes (much more reliable than bar napkins); a Swiss Army chrono; shades by Michael Bastian x Randolph Engineering; and a truly ingenious product from Kenton Sorenson, a non-bulky wallet in buttery leather that will age perfectly and protect your iPhone. READ MORE

Tie One On: Distillers Night

“But the good news is, the whiskey works.”
—Bill Murrary in Lost in Translation

There’s no shortage of ways to tie one on in Chicago. This is the city of 4 AM bars and liquor stores with drink menus. And lately, I’ve taken to sipping on some small batch hooch made by local liquor distillers—it is perhaps my favorite way to to live the dream of the 1890s in Chicago. READ MORE

Terrapin Stationers

“At one time, in one building in downtown Manhattan, there were probably twenty-five engravers,” says Ted Harrington of Terrapin Stationers & Engraving Co.. “Now there’s two left making engraved dies in all of Manhattan—my dad and his best friend. Most of the shops either closed down or moved out of town—outside of Manhattan.” READ MORE

Haberdash Street Style on Très Awesome

  • February 9, 2012 |
  • Style
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It goes without saying, seeing your photo on street style blog Très Awesome is an honor, so when some of the guys from Haberdash were featured on the blog this week, we couldn’t help but repost the photos here on our blog as well. Thank you, Très Awesome! And now, without further ado, the street style of the Haberdash guys. READ MORE

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

With new spring products arriving everyday and Valentine’s Day coming up next week, we figured now was as good a time as any for some new gift ideas. From LBM’s latest in soft jackets to Tanner’s tried-and-true accessories to the perfect overnight duffel by Rag & Bone, you’re sure to find something for your Valentine. Or, something to leave up on your screen for your significant other to take note of. READ MORE

Meet Tristan Marshall

The next in our Meet the Team series is Tristan Marshall, one of our sales associates here at Haberdash. Originally from Akron, Tristan’s got a style all his own and a penchant for workwear-inspired goods, items with heritage.
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Celebrating Super Bowl XLVI

Finally, Super Bowl XLVI is this weekend. Just in case your plans fell through, or you’re still not sure where you’re going, here are some of our picks around the city, as well as some very helpful establishments offering to-go options. READ MORE

Modern Man Fashion Show

Once again, Haberdash will be joining some of Chicago’s most stylish men at The Underground for this year’s Modern Man Fashion Show. This year’s models include Andrew Barber, Andrew Henderson, Curtis House, Doug (Stylz) Bobrowski, Edward Glassman, Ernest Wilkins, Jason Berngard, Jeremy Scheuch, Justin Roman, Kevin Aeh, Phil Tadros, Scott Horwitch, Shannon Sangster, and Tim Toomey. READ MORE

The Good Kind of Pitti Party

Menswear enthusiasts get three Christmases each year. The traditional and festive Christian celebration at the end of December, in addition to two different three-day gatherings of thousands of menswear brands in the birthplace of sophisticated dressing: Florence, Italy. The trade show is aptly named Pitti Uomo. The most recent convention-like festival took place from January 10-13, showcasing 1,073 menswear brands from around the world at Florence’s famed Fortezza da Basso. The trade show was created in the 1970s to promote different menswear labels and allow for new brands to be premiered for the thousands of department stores and boutique buyers, along with editors from all of the great men’s magazines. READ MORE

Meet Grace Marsh

In our latest Meet the Team blog post, we’re very happy to introduce Grace Marsh, our Merchandising & Marketing Associate. Her eye for all things simple/classic, upbringing in retail, and appreciation for tradition make her an integral part of the Haberdash team. READ MORE

Start the New Year Looking Your Best

  • December 28, 2011 |
  • EDC
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No matter where you end up when Chicago rings in 2012, we think you should look your best. Join us at Haberdash EDC from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve for $15 straight razor close shaves! Call (312) 646-7870 to make your reservation, then grab a seat in our vintage barber chair for the ultimate pre-NYE ritual. READ MORE

Raise a Glass

While it may not look like winter (yeah, we’re bummed we didn’t have a white Christmas, too), it’s still the holidays and what better reason to celebrate. Wherever your plans may take you for New Year’s Eve, you don’t need to use that night as an excuse to enjoy one of life’s greatest indulgences: Champagne. There are loads of spots around Chicago to raise a glass, but here are a few of our favorites that offer a robust selection of the bubbly stuff. READ MORE

Top Chefs Open New Spots


Over the last few years, a number of Chicago’s top chefs—from Graham Elliot to Rick Bayless—have opened less-expensive spots with upscale cuisine and continue to draw in the crowds. And the trend isn’t ending anytime soon. In the last few weeks, three new places have emerged: Bar Toma, Slurping Turtle and Yusho. READ MORE

Phil’s Final Music Picks of 2011

If you are unfamiliar with Adrian Younge, you may want to get yourself acquainted with his works. In ‘98 he was coming into his own as a prominent hip-hop producer, but the desire to take his art further and explore his influences of Italian soundtracks meant teaching himself various instruments. The result was a a limited pressing of his Venice Dawn project, a plunge into depths of sound textures and atmospheres of the Italian soundtrack genre with a soulful/almost psychedelic twist. (more…)