snapshots and observations

Monday 10 December 2012

3x1









when i was in new york in october i had a meeting at 21 mercer
and as ever i got there early.

so i had a bit of a mooch around mercer street and came across a place
i'd been told about months ago... a business called 3x1

to cut a long story short, 3x1 is a denim business.
you go there and design your own jeans... bespoke jeans.

the choice is incredible, not just the denim, but all the trims.

let me show you a few photos then maybe you should check out their
website to learn more.


my photos are not in any order or trying to tell the story, they are just 
things i photographed while having a look around he place.







some examples of the buttons you can use on your jeans










examples of the stitching available










rivets and stuff










more buttons and what not










that nice chalk stuff too










more rivets... is that what they're called ? naturally i'd choose the orange ones











3x1 branded button










also available in other colours ( or colors if you're in the usa )










more of the same










some finished jeans










did i mention they make all the jeans right there on site ?









which is pretty good right ?










what the what ?! a denim bow tie ( also available in white denim )










zips










zips and buttons









buttons and rivets... am i boring you ?










jean making things kicking around










i know, it's only a tape measure but at the time i found it interesting









tape measure and chalk










some nice selvedge denim









and again










selvedge denim on rolls behind a display case table










selvedge denim










and again










grrr !










examples of denim, stitching, buttons etc










looking into the workshop










and through the open door


ok, as you  know, words are not my thing but i hope you liked some
of the photos.

3x1 really is a denim enthusiast's dream.
it's well worth going in for a look and a chat if you're in the area.

now have a look at their website for the full story.









2 comments:

  1. Ohh, glad to see you made it there and thanks for the detailed pictures. Really have to go there on my next trip!

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    1. yes, you should definitely check it out. it's a very interesting place... but mad pricey.

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