Greetings!  I want to take this opportunity to thank all who have been following AlmostBranded.  It is out my a pure love of fashion and the arts that I contribute to this site and by sheer luck it has become an entrepreneural effort.  I am currently working with Programmers and Designers to build a webpage that will function as a brand source for consumers and a strategic marketing partner for many of the labels featured here.  I am looking forward to the re-launch and hope that you will continue to support Almost Branded.  Feel free to search and browse to become more familiar with the blog and I would love to hear any input from you as this is a work in progress that will only become better with your help.  You can reach me at r.itier@gmail.com THANK YOU!

Introducing, Matt Weston. His digs are new to town and they're looking to meet some of the right people.  I was tempted to grab a few pieces from his latest jewelry collection as there are some favorable items but decided to go with this Fisherman's Cap after discovering that it came in this cool greenish color.  Check him out and let me know what you think.

I guess it can be said that I, too, work with my hands but it would be farcical to suggest that my penchant for witticism are on par with the intricate design and craftsmanship employed by Michael Saiger of Miansai.  An admitted relic collector and artifact junkie, Mr. Saiger has searched the globe for rare keepsakes.  The result is an expanded line of custom jewelry that has etched out a markedly strong position within the luxury accessories market.

Someone needs to officially declare this recession over.  I'm not sure if that is gonna be me but I am in support of discontinued talk surrounding how bad the economy is.  Get out there.  Spend some money.  The simple fact is the more often we use those green-leafs in our wallets... Property Of, a Singapore slung, canvas born, leather bound billfold and overnight bag manufacturer has stylized the gentlemen's essentials market with the introduction of their CJ series (as seen at Bloomingdales).  The clip, The ID and the standard wallets had me reaching for mine.

The Bauhaus bag is nothing short of fanciful innovation.  Ideal for a weekend but manageable day to day in moderation.  Matt & Nat converted coated textiles treated to mimic leather.  It's a perfect compliment to their nylon collection.  I was taken in by the Heather Gray tones and the masterful artistry woven into the design. Another giant eco-footprint for man or womankind.  Stop in to find the Bansky wallet as well as the full Pool Collection for Summer '09.