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Paris West

Posted on 11.28.2020 (09.03.2021) by Shinola Team

Made to Last Volume 1 In Spanish, casa means “home” in the literal sense—four walls and a roof. But there’s another word, one lacking a suitable English equivalent. You might have felt it the last time you came home after a long vacation (or, lately, after emerging from a day of meetings at your makeshift “home office”). […]

A 2021 Guide to Watch Materials

Posted on 11.16.2020 (08.03.2021) by Shinola Team

Different Types of Watches Inspired by growing industries and materials used in medicine, transportation, and aerospace, watchmakers of today are experimenting with different combinations of lightweight and aesthetically pleasing watch materials. Amongst these are alloy watch metals, carbon bondings and coatings that increase the jewlery’s durability and resistance to damage. Modern combinations […]

How to Measure Ring Size for the Perfect Fit

Posted on 11.11.2020 (08.03.2021) by Shinola Team

Rings are symbolic, so getting one just the right size can feel extra important. After all, it’s impossible to have a perfect ring without the perfect fit. Rings sizes can typically range from a 3 to 13. Women’s rings usually range from 3 to 9 while men’s sizes range from 6 to 13. The average […]

Courting the Ice

Posted on 10.12.2020 (09.03.2021) by Taylor Rebhan

A Photojournalist’s Pursuit of Great Lakes Ice Culture But where had he been, and what was he doing on all those frozen mornings? Decades later and now a Detroit photojournalist, Amy wanted to uncover the mystery. What started as a passion project to get closer to her father turned into a reflection of Midwestern culture […]

The Five Types of Leather: Styles, Tanning, and Care Tips

Posted on 10.01.2020 (06.09.2022) by Taylor Rebhan

7000 years—that’s how long our civilization has been using leather to build clothing and other consumer goods. That’s a long leather legacy. So the leather trend stands the test of time, but will your products last just as long? Not all leather products are created equal. Whether you are purchasing a leather wrist watch or […]

Bucking the Trend: Why You Should Embrace Nubuck Leather

Posted on 10.01.2020 (08.03.2021) by Shinola Team

What Is Nubuck Leather? What started in the 1930’s as the buckskin of wild animals, has turned into an iconic material used for shoes and auto interiors in today’s modern world. Wallets, handbags, and furniture are a few ways nubuck is sold in today’s market. From high-class closets to your very first car, nubuck leather […]

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Dive Watches

Posted on 09.09.2020 (08.03.2021) by Shinola Team

The best experiences come with careful planning and preparation. Before you dive head first into adventure, equip yourself with reliable gear. Start with your time keeping instrument. A good dive watch can help you keep track of elapsed time above or below the water. Whether you are going out for an afternoon surf, a week […]

What Are Precious Metals? A Jewelry Guide to Metals and Gemstones

Posted on 09.09.2020 (08.03.2021) by Shinola Team

The beauty of this world extends far down into the deep layers of the earth. From gold to silver, the earth holds within its layers exquisite elements that become some of our most prized belongings. Precious metals found in distant mines are often used in our modern day society— especially for jewelry. In this article, […]

The Champ: From the Finish Line to the Front Lines

Posted on 09.04.2020 (08.03.2021) by Shinola Team

THE CHAMP’S CHALLENGE Crowds roaring, confetti flying, and national anthems ringing loud and clear. The podiums and pyrotechnics. The ceremonies and celebrations. There’s nothing like the sheer scale of the summer Olympics. 2020 was supposed to be no different—well, was. Flags were turned in for masks. Spandex was swapped for scrubs. Suddenly, the home team was […]

The Champs of Summer 2020: Ka’Juan Hill

Posted on 08.27.2020 (08.03.2021) by Shinola Team

Earlier this year, Detroit native Ka’Juan Hill faced such a conundrum. The group that he had planned with friend and fellow activist Kendell Jones and the Detroit Recovery Project was meant to create a safe space for safe sex and mental health conversations—and no one could share space anymore. But Hill comes from a long […]