The Hill-Side

The Hill-Side takes a tough, working man's approach to neckwear. These ties and handkerchiefs are not fancy or fragile, they are not merely decorative, nor are they status symbols. They are meant to be worn hard, every day, and they gain character with each use. Designers Emil and Sandy Corsillo source the majority of the fabric from Kojima, Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where the best denim in the world is lovingly produced with artisan pride. The Inaugural Collection, Autumn & Winter 2009, includes selvage chambray, hemp/cotton blend selvage denim, left-hand twill, and waxed canvas.

Context Expert Tip: This tie measures 55 inches long and 2 inches wide. This "plum violet" is a traditional Japanese "color indigo" dye. It resembles a refined red chambray.