Boot Season in Here!

                                      Michigan MADE Boots

"Known for making durable, high quality boots since 1883, Wolverine® is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Original 1000 Mile Boot with a special Centennial Edition. Meticulously designed to replicate the craftsmanship and aesthetic of the 1000 Mile Boot first introduced in 1914, the Centennial Edition 1000 Mile Boot features Horween Leather Company’s Genuine American Bison and is made in Wolverine’s Big Rapids, Michigan, factory. Check out the Rockford boot and other styles at http://mettlersamerica.com/collections/mens-shoes-boots"

Summer Favorites for the Ladies

Abby shirt jacket, Cosmo felt bag, Solid knit shirt, 

Mary Pat Dress, Sophie Boot, and Mon Bateau Sweatshirt!

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Summer Favorites for Men

Plaid Shorts, Suede bucks, Whiskey Rebellion shirt, 

Overland Quarter Zip, Braided Belt, Horizontal Stripe sport shirt.

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Winter Olympics, USA Manufactured Uniforms?!

The Olympics start tomorrow in Sochi, Russia, first and foremost, let us all cross our fingers that everything goes smoothly and safely for the athletes and families visiting Sochi.  Secondly, let's talk about MADE IN THE USA. 

 

 At least Ralph Lauren got things right this year, after being thoroughly criticized  (rightfully so) for manufacturing the 2012 Olympics uniforms in Asia.  He has guaranteed the USA opening and closing ceremony uniforms are 100% from design to finished product Made in the USA!  Seems like it should be a no-brainer, Team USA = Made in USA, but alas, not such a no-brainer. 

 

 

 Just look at Burton.  Now, as a long time supporter and lover of Burton, based in Vermont, I am sad to say that their uniforms were NOT Made in the USA!! This is very upsetting to the Made in USA movement.  Burton is a USA based design company and they couldn't even produce their American Olympic athletic uniforms in the USA?  This is a sad step for Burton. 

 

 

 With the vintage patchwork quilt style jackets and patches of the American flag, you would automatically think, YES! Made in USA, what a huge win for American Manufacturers. 

 

 

 Let's hope, like Ralph Lauren, the next Winter Olympics will be 100% MADE IN USA.  If we can't do it for the American Olympic team uniforms, how are we supposed to do it on an everyday basis?

Essential Menswear Fabrics To Know

Want to get ahead of the curve with your style?  Get to know the following fabrics. It is as simple as 1,2… well, I am a fashion designer, so maybe I'm not the right person to say how easy it is! 

But, If you are trying to improve your wardrobe, or to be more knowledgeable at the tailor or at your favorite store (which we HOPE is Mettlers, wink, wink) with this knowledge you can now walk into a store with confidence and knock the socks off the salesperson! 

An American Made Holiday

This holiday, help create jobs in America. 

If each American spends as little as $3.33 on American-made products, it could create nearly 10,000 jobs.  Help rebuild this countries economy and create those jobs for your loved ones.  Shop at www.mettlersamerica.com and you will be helping!!

Enjoy 30% off all merchandise through December 24th.

The Perfect Stocking Stuffers!

Mettlers has the perfect stocking stuffers for that special someone!
 Many to choose from that are under $50 and we still have our 30% OFF storewide sale continuing till the 24th.
So stop into Bay Harbor or Charlevoix locations and check out all the great options or visit us online at www.mettlersamerica.com.
We look forward to helping you finish your last minute gift shopping!