Downtown Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Mall

Almost exactly a year ago Utah Woolen Mills closed the doors on its women’s clothing department, creating our new name; UWM Men’s Shop. We are exactly that now, a clothing establishment that provides high end fashion pieces for men. We have been open for 113 years because we only sell high quality items, and do our best to provide exemplary customer service. We realize that shopping can be menial and time consuming, which can be problematic for a lot of people who are trying to balance different aspects of their lives. We are here to provide luxury products, and on site tailoring to provide the best experience possible.

It is now 2019 and we sell so much more than suits and sport coats. We have been expanding our casual and sportswear selection to provide even more options for men in the Salt Lake Valley. From brands like Isaora, EFM, and Aeance, we now carry sweatpants and sweatshirts for an early morning workout or just a lazy day around the home. We have heavier down winter jackets for the bitter winds, or a day on the slopes.

When it comes to casual dress, our Paige and AG jeans provide the necessary look for an elevated casual look. Pair them with a t-shirt and sport coat for a night on the town or on a plane for optimal comfort.

With our recent influx of Santoni shoes, the options are endless. From loafers to tuxedo shoes, Santoni is the perfect shoe. With no break in time, and a perfect blend of elegant comfort, Santoni’s are a no-brainer.

Come on in and check out all the great things that are happening!

Men's Jeans | Salt Lake City, Utah | UWM Men's Shop

At UWM Men’s Shop our specialty is in fine clothing: suits, sport coats, slacks, ties, shoes, shirts, etc. In addition to this, one of the most important items in every man’s closet is jeans. At UWM we have you covered carrying jeans for every occasion including brands like AG, Kiton and Paige to name a few.

AG Jeans, a wonderful company co-founded by Adriano Goldschmied (hence, AG) and Yul Ku, a “pioneer in the denim industry.”. AG Jeans produces 35 different cuts, so there is certainly a cut that will fit you well. “From the initial stages of concept and design, to cutting, sewing, laundering, finishing and shipping, AG’s vertically integrated manufacturing facilities unite our design expertise with manufacturing ingenuity—truly unparalleled in the fashion industry.”

Kiton is known for being a top dog in the men’s fine clothing industry. They produce handmade garments with the finest of materials, crafted with masterful precision and expertise. They produce their jeans with the same standards as their suits - nothing but the best will do. The company embarked on a search around the world for the highest quality, handcrafted denim. This search lead them to a fabric called “Kurabo Denim”, and this is where they started. They then fulfilled their vision of a unique product, packed full with details and artisan touches. We are thrilled to carry the Rolls-Royce of jeans, the “Perfect Jean”, by Kiton.

PAIGE is passionate about creating clothing that reflects and celebrates a life lived to the fullest. Paige launched in 2005. PAIGE only partners with the best wash-houses in the country. Every style created is wear-tested, and tested again. PAIGE jeans are soft and incredibly comfortable and have a great stretch. A bonus is how well Paige Denim holds their shape, even after multiple wears for extended hours.

Stop by UWM Men’s Shop today and find YOUR favorite Jeans!!

Cashmere Clothing | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Mall

When deciding which sweater to wear, one has to think about the event you are attending. Whether you are aiming for comfort, or durability, or both, will play a hand in the type of wool your suit or sport coat should be. Wool garments have been a staple in clothing since the creation of clothing. Unlike Harris Tweed and other coarse wool materials, cashmere not only trumps standard wool in fashion, but also in comfort. For a heavier, more durable outfit, a heavier wool would be your best bet. If you are dressing with comfort in mind, cashmere is the way to go. With a lighter, more breathable material, you will find your cashmere suit is the one you always turn to when needing to dress up.

Cashmere comes from goats, specifically Kashmir goats, rather than your standard sheep. The fibrous strands from these goats are 6 times finer than human hair, and when woven together create a sublime material to please all your senses. Once cashmere was only found in the northernmost reaches of India, but can now be found around the world.

Cashmere is finer, stronger, lighter, softer, and much more insulating than sheep wool. These attributes make the material common to be found in sweaters, socks, scarves and other such clothing items.

Cashmere can also be found in high end suiting, to add to its comfort and elegance. Brands like Kiton, Brioni, and Ermenegildo Zegna use this deluxe material to create comfortable, timeless pieces.  

Why Wool Clothing? | Salt Lake City, Utah | UWM Men's Shop

What is Wool?

Wool is a category of textile fibers derived from the coat of mainly sheep, but also goats, muskoxen, rabbits, camels, llamas, alpacas, vicunas, guanacos, and even cattle and pigs.

While wool is grown to keep an animal insulated, it is not the same as hair or fur. Wool fibers are crimped and elastic, and they have scale, which gives wool it’s unique characteristics. Wool is also an elastic fiber, meaning that it resists distortion and has the ability to return to its original form.

Creating Wool

Wool is a very labor intensive fiber to produce. The process has seven steps.

Shearing

Making wool begins with shearing the sheep, which is done in spring the when the animals no longer need a heavy coat for insulation. The newly shorn wool is called a fleece.

Grading & Sorting

Grading and sorting break up a fleece into the various qualities of fibers, which come from different parts of the sheep. The fibers from the shoulders and sides of the sheep is used for clothing.

Cleaning & Scouring

The wool is stripped of contaminants The fibers are scoured with water, soap and alkaline ingredients.

Carding

Wool is given a final cleaning and straightening, the wool is separated into two types, worsted, and woolen.

Spinning

Wool is turned into thread by spinning it into a single strand of yarn. Multiple yarns are then spun together with other yarns (referred to as ply).

Weaving

The threads are then woven into a fabric

Finishing

The process of finishing adds desired characteristics to the wool.

The Best Wool

Wool is classified based on the diameter of the individual fibers, in units of microns.

• Fine wool <= 24.5 microns

• Medium wool 24.6-32.5 microns

• Coarse wool >32.5 microns

Fine wool fibers are used for clothing, the thicker fibers are used for rugs and interior textiles.

Pocket Squares | Salt Lake City, Utah | UWM Men's Shop

In the business world, much is to be said about the outfits that define our character. Behind ever well-suited man there is a soul, and that soul is as different as night and day from those around it. In order to break that mold and fall into a world of cookie cutter suits, feel free to express yourself with subtle but wardrobe changing accessories.

One of the subtlest ways to spruce up your outfit is by shoving a pocket square into your suits breast pocket. The history of the pocket square has a bright and colorful past and is oftentimes mistaken for handkerchiefs. Anciently pocket squares were doused with fragrance in order to mask the smell of body odors. King Richard II is often considered the inventor of the pocket square as a fashion accessory.

In the 19th century, as two-piece suits came into fashion, pocket squares became more prevalent as an aesthetic to the outfit. It was also common to see men with two handkerchiefs, one used as a tissue, and another as a fashion garment. With the rise of tissues, the nose blowing handkerchief was relatively made obsolete. The pocket square rose into the decorative accessory we know and love today.

You can fold it into a square and just have a nice flat splash of color or neutral white. You can pinch the corner and have the tips peak out in an almost flower form. Pocket-squares can and should be in the same color family as your tie but should not be the same color or pattern. Setting is also a huge factor in how subtle or bold your pocket square should be. For black tie events. Your square should be contemporary and subtle, for more relaxed parties, have fun. You are the captain of your outfit. Do not be afraid to be bold.

Italian Suits | Salt Lake City | City Creek Mall

What is it about the Italians that demand our awe when it comes to suiting? Of course there are other places where suits are produced, but that simple “Made in Italy” label on the inside of a suit is a game changer! But what is it that makes Italian suits so special?

In 1952 after the first fashion show held at Palazzo Pitti in Florence there were many names believed to have had a significant role in the design of the Italian suit, as we know it today. Some remarkable mentions are Ermenegildo Zegna, Nazareno Fonticoli (founder of Brioni) and Armani.

Regardless of the particular tailor or designer, there’s a common element that led to the Italian suit, Italians. Italians were not comfortable in the stiff and structured British cut. A suit that is too heavy to be worn comfortably in warmer weather. The concern was more with looking “clean.” Fits that are exacting and slim.This means no wrinkles or excess fabric.

There are several details that set an Italian suit apart. The one that really sets it apart is the weight or “lightness”. The garment, in fact, looks light, feels light, and wears light. It fits tight and close to the body. The canvas lining is also very light. The jacket is considerably less structured compared to American and British suit stylings, and as a result the cloth follows the wearers natural curves. The front of the jacket shows a pronounced V-shape, tight at the waist.

The sleek silhouette set by the jacket is a constant also in the pants, thus giving a smooth look from head to toes. The pants with a tapered waist, which fit tight to the hips. In the most traditional design, pants would end with a break. Nowadays, no-break type of pants is also common in Italian style. When it comes to the Italian suit the concern is more about individual style and relaxing on the idea of correctness. To stand out is the whole point!

I was recently in Cinque Terre - a small cluster of cities on the Mediterranean. As we took a bus from the mountain side down to the ocean, I noticed people hammering rocks back into the side wall. I asked the bus driver what was going on. He said that every day there are crews of men who pound the rocks back into the original walls - keeping the authentic, and original wall in tact. I thought to myself “there is no way something like this would exist in the states. We would concrete that wall and call it a day!” But this is exactly the difference between the Italians and the rest of us. For them, the labor is part of the craft, and staying authentic to how things are SUPPOSED to be made takes precedence over how things COULD be made. We are all about quick and dirty here, in Italy they are all about tradition and the art - and suiting is no exception.

At UWM Mens Shop we are excited to have Italian suits from Givocci, Kiton, Isaia, Brioni, Ermenegildo Zegna and Canali that carry on the tradition of Italian suiting at its best!  

History of the (neck) Tie | Salt Lake City | UWM MEN'S SHOP

One of the most basic men’s accessories is the necktie, but have you ever really wondered where they came from and why they are a staple in men’s wear?

Neckties originated in the 17th century when Croatian mercenaries hired by King Louis XIII wore colored fabric around their necks. This led way to the creation of the pre-modern neckties. Worn as a symbol of honor towards the Croatian people. Tie’s became mandatory for meetings and royal gatherings for the next 400 years.

Although the styles have changed through the ages, neckties have stayed basically the same for the past 100 years. During the 1930’s and the Art Deco movement, ties became more elaborate and wide. Ties were made with lots of fabric folded intricately 7 to 11 times. Creating a heavier tie that laid flat, and created an distinguished knot. At the beginning of World War II, fabric was rationed, and ties were made with the least amount of fabric possible, creating the standard necktie that we know and love today.

Tie width took a decline in the 50’s with the creation of the skinny tie to accommodate and accentuate the form fitting and heavily tailored suits men were wearing. The following 40 years held no regard to consistency. You could find skinny ties, as well as ties reaching 6 inches wide!

After the roller coaster of styles and trends, every tie pattern and fabric is available today, with more patterns, fabrics, and width than ever before. Although ‘standard’ neckties are now 3 to 3 ½ inches wide, skinny ties are still incredibly popular to young men. (As a side note, the width of your tie should compliment and match the width of your suit lapel.)

With the trend of menswear going away from ties, we are defiantly pushing against that! PULL THOSE TIES BACK OUT! Men don’t get a lot of accessories, and ties are a great way to add a little extra to your outfit.

Canvassed Suits | Salt Lake City | City Creek Center

Here at UWM Men's Shop we want you to know what goes into the construction of our Suit Jackets and Sportcoats, and what sets us apart from the rest. Today, are a few ways in which jackets are constructed:

Canvassed Jackets

Traditionally, men’s suits were constructed with a layer of horsehair canvas underneath the wool shell. The canvas helps to hold the shape of the suit and keeps it from sagging or deforming,  similar to how the foundation of a house keeps it upright. The canvas is cut to the jacket’s shape, the wool is then stitched to the canvas. As you wear the jacket, the canvas will begin to conform to the shape of the wearers body, creating an excellent fit.The canvas lining allows the suit to drape naturally, presenting a well put-together clean look.               

Fused Jackets

Many suit manufacturers no longer use a canvas lining in their jackets. Instead they’re using a fused lining which is glued to the wool shell of the suit. Often this creates an unnatural stiffness in the jacket, making it appear lifeless compared to a canvassed coat, also, with a fused jacket overtime the glue will breakdown. The wool detaches from the fused backing causing it to ripple we call this “dimpling”. Once this happens there is no way to fix your jacket.

Half-Canvassed Jackets

Half-canvassed jackets have the canvas layer running only through the chest and lapels of the coat. The benefit to this, there will be a lower price than a fully canvassed jacket. The top half of the jacket is canvassed you won’t run into the issues you may with a fused jacket. This will extend the life of the jacket.

How to tell the difference?

The pinch test is a great way to determine whether a jacket is canvassed or fused.
First, pinch the cloth below the bottom buttonhole from the inside and outside of the jacket. Gently pull the layers apart. If you feel a third layer, then the coat is fully canvassed. If you don’t feel a third layer the jacket is more than likely fused.

We prefer canvassed jackets for three reasons:

1. Canvassed jackets look better.
2. Canvassed construction tends to have better styles and cuts.
3. Canvassed jackets last longer.                                                                                                  

4. All jackets at UWM are full or half canvassed

To learn more, please swing by our store and we can show you in person how canvas constructed suits will change the way you look at your wardrobe!

Winter Overcoats and Sportcoats | Salt Lake City | City Creek Center

Layers can either make or break an outfit. You put on your favorite suit, and add the layers on until your winter coat makes you feel like Randy from A Christmas Story. The hybrid jacket, beyond unique, is a sporty winter coat and we have ours that range our fabrics and and variations in them with Loro Piana fabrics. Making it a nice soft wool and we even have some with the cashmere touch to them as well.

The hybrid concept has leaked into ¾ jackets. Full length trench coats are not only bulky, but constrictive, these jackets reach almost to your knee level, adding class and elegance to your winter wardrobe.  

A nice night in the city dining out with coworkers or friends. Hybrid jackets are a must, as they have a detachable bib that will zip right out. In the cold and if you pick up the storm system jacket they are wind proof, no more need for a scarf wrapped around your neck. Once you are in the restaurant or a meeting unzip out the bib and you have an eloquent sport coat.  

Big coats can be a hassle. You no longer have to hang them at the door, simply wear them to the table. The most beautiful things are the classiest. These hybrids are the pieces that will keep you stylish whether you love in Florida and need a sport coat, but fly to New york and need that extra windscreen. It really is the beauty behind the madness of modern day fashion, and the hottest winter item in our one hundred thirteen year business.

Paige Jeans | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Center

Here at UWM Men’s Shop we are thrilled to announce that we have expanded our jean inventory by adding PAIGE jeans to our selection.

At PAIGE, they believe “that every choice they've ever made-the big ones, the small ones, the right or the wrong-has led them to this moment”. They say, “We believe that the best story you can make and share is the one of your own life, and we are passionate about designing pieces that reflect and celebrate it.” PAIGE is passionate about creating clothing that reflects and celebrates a life lived to the fullest.

Paige first launched in February 2005 in high-end retailers including Intermix, Ron Herman, Bergdorf Goodman and Harvey Nichols. PAIGE designs became an instant obsession of consumers, celebrities, and prominent fashion editors. PAIGE only partners with the best wash-houses in the country, which happen to be in their hometown of Los Angeles. Every style created is wear-tested, and tested again. PAIGE is completely obsessed with designing pieces you'll live in-jeans that go from morning to moonlight; the perfect pair that works like a charm, always; pieces to help you stand tall in what you're wearing, and take you exactly where you want to go.

Our team here at UWM Mens Shop are excited about PAIGE jeans. PAIGE jeans are ridiculously soft and incredibly comfortable not to mention that they have great stretch as well. They almost feel like you are wearing jogging trousers, and not designer denim, the difference being that they fit great. Another bonus is how well they hold their shape, even after multiple wears for extended hours. The denim is comprised of multiple parts, 54% Rayon, 23% Cotton, 22% Polyester and finally 1% Spandex.

Come try on PAIGE jeans and do yourself a favor by adding a pair to your wardrobe today, at $199 you definitely won’t regret it!! We also offer complimentary tailoring as well, giving you the perfect fit and length!

Givocci | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Center

Earlier this year BJ and Brandon, our buyers, traveled to Italy to meet with several of our current brands and other new brands to continue bring you all of the newest styles and the best quality products possible. They also visited the factories of several of our top Italian suit brands they visited Kiton, Brioni and others. These visits allowed the brothers to see the ins and outs of some of the most renowned brands to see their day to day processes and to see how they are able to create the incredible products that they are known for and that we love to show you every time you visit our store.

As a result of these incredible visits BJ and Brandon and the UWM team founded and developed UWM’s very own exclusive brand named Givocci. Teamed up with a wonderful family owned manufacturer in Italy, we are able to create and develop products of the highest quality including: suits, sport coats, casual wear and much more that is our very own!  Givocci represents all the things that we love about manhood - style, comfort and compassion. Givocci is everything that we love about Italian menswear, the highest quality products, finest craftsmanship resulting in premium comfort and style.

In addition, with each Givocci suit purchased someone else is given a hand up. Buy One - Help Another. Luxury meets manly meets philanthropy. For more information about how this works, see suitedforgood.com

Come see us and check out the wide selection of suits, sportcoats and casual wear on your next visit in the store.

Italian Suits | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Center Mall

In 1952 after the first fashion show held at Palazzo Pitti in Florence there were many names believed to have had a significant role in the design of the Italian suit, as we know it today. Some remarkable mentions are Ermenegildo Zegna, Nazareno Fonticoli (founder of Brioni) and Armani.

Regardless of the particular tailor or designer, there’s a common element that led to the Italian suit, Italians. Italians were not comfortable in the stiff and structured British cut. A suit that is too heavy to be worn comfortably in warmer weather. The concern was more with looking “clean.” Fits that are exacting and slim.This means no wrinkles or excess fabric.

There are several details that set an Italian suit apart. The one that really sets it apart is the weight or “lightness”. The garment, in fact, looks light, feels light, and wears light. It fits tight and close to the body. The canvas lining is also very light. The jacket is considerably less structured compared to American and British suit stylings, and as a result the cloth follows the wearers natural curves. The front of the jacket shows a pronounced V-shape, tight at the waist.

The sleek silhouette set by the jacket is a constant also in the pants, thus giving a smooth look from head to toes. The pants with a tapered waist, which fit tight to the hips. In the most traditional design, pants would end with a break. Nowadays, no-break type of pants is also common in Italian style.

When it comes to the Italian suit the concern is more about individual style and relaxing on the idea of correctness. To stand out is the whole point!

At UWM Mens Shop we are excited to have Italian suits from Givocci, Kiton, Isaia, Brioni, Ermenegildo Zegna and Canali.  

Bespoke Suits | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Mall

Custom suits are a great avenue when you need something truly special and unique. Sometimes special occasions require exceptionally special clothes! The style of a one-of-a-kind suit really helps you stand out.

There are a few problems with shopping “off the rack”: you may not fit into the garment(s) exactly how you expect, you may not like the material or color the clothes are made of, or there may even be a defect in the clothing you’re looking at. We here at UWM Men’s Shop recognize these potential issues and offer our customers another option - custom suits. Our custom suits, produced mainly in Canada and Italy, are the best in the world.

The tailoring of a suit is just as important as the material it is made of. High quality tailoring and construction yields a high quality suit - the same goes for the material composition of the suit. Luckily, we have some of the best tailoring and manufacturing staff in the world. We take high quality textiles and let our master tailor(s) work their magic! Conveniently, you - the customer - are involved in every step of the process when putting together your custom suit. First, you and one of our made to measure specialists will look at swatches to pick your ideal fabric (we have plenty of swatches varying in material and price). Then, we take your measurements for the suit to fit just how you like it to. We then fill out an order slip, send it into our manufacturers, and wait roughly six weeks for your suit to arrive!

Our custom suits range from approximately $2,000 on up. The price is largely determined on the fabric you choose and the features on the suit. Check out all the options on your next visit into the store!

Custom Suits by Utah Woolen Mills

The thought of a custom suit is impossible to ignore for a true suit connoisseur.  There is something about having a suit specifically made just for you that feels so right - something that is uniquely yours, made only for you.

At UWM our most popular custom suits are our own private label Richards Street (hand made in Montreal, Canada). Right in the center of all our in-stock, ready-to-wear suits, we have a table dedicated specifically for this line of custom suits. We constantly get in new fabric swatches and keep our list updated and accurate - even throughout a season, to insure you have all the options you could possibly want. You will never have to worry about not finding a fabric that fits you and your style. We will even keep your measurements on file for the next round. This way when you absolutely love your suit and want another the process is quick and simple. Lead time on our custom suits is between 4-6 weeks.

We also have the availability to do custom suiting from Kiton,  Isaia, Brioni, Ermenegildo Zegna and Canali.

Our Custom suits start at $1795 

Richards Street has profound importance for our store. Our original address was 28 Richards Street. We have chosen very special mills to produce our suits. They have a full canvas construction that enables the suit to drape to your own body and aides in providing you with a nice tailored look. Anyone who owns one of these suits understands why we have chosen to back this suit with such a significant name to our store.

Eleventy | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Mall

Eleventy, a “first class” Italian brand, was founded in 2007 by Marco Baldassari and Paolo Zuntini. Their immediate growth and success lead to the attraction of investors and, eventually, the spread of the company worldwide. In 2016, Eleventy expanded into the United States with Eleventy USA and placed their headquarters in New York.

Marco and Paolo are truly a dynamic duo for Eleventy. Marco is the creative director for menswear while Paolo is the equivalent for womenswear. “It was their idea of responsible Made in Italy fashion, pivoting on ceaseless research into the textiles and the quest for a style that could meet contemporary demands, that gave rise to Eleventy.”

The saying “Made in Italy” carries significant weight nowadays - it signifies quality, craftsmanship, and true attention to detail in every step of the production process. Eleventy feels they carry a responsibility to protect and continue Italy’s unique and prestigious manufacturing heritage. This is why they have “a network made up of 94 micro enterprises selected in every region of Italy, each specialised in a particular sector of production. Through this strategy of outsourcing Italian craftsmanship we can offer our customers all the quality and excellence of Made in Italy.”

Eleventy is an advocate of sustainable and ethical clothing (and its production). They do whatever they can to reduce the global carbon footprint on the atmosphere - “climate change is a global issue that demands global solutions”. They have launched all-round research to reduce their consumption and emissions and will continue pushing until they have reached the decisive “zero impact” level.

Eleventy is now involved with a retail development plan, now consisting of a network of 19 single brand boutiques and over 500 multi-brand outlets throughout the world. With the entry of partners and investors, the company has also implemented a program of alliances to accelerate the internationalisation process.

Men's Bracelets | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Center Mall

Fashion is a fluid and ever-changing concept; a spectrum with endless possibilities of dress and accessory combinations. Today, maybe more than ever, we are seeing these accessories paired with daring colors on contemporary clothing cuts. These components lead to a truly modern outfit - sophisticated, precise, eye-catching, and overall well put together. Bracelets and cufflinks are great accessories that can go along with nearly any outfit. With many different styles and colors available, there is surely an accessory to go well with the rest of your outfit.

Tateossian is a wonderful company out of England producing designer luxury jewellery for men and women. In store we carry their bracelets, but they also create top of the line cufflinks, tie clips, pins, and various other accessories. Nowadays, with style and fashion evolving so quickly, bracelets can act similarly to watches. A bracelet works as a nice and relatively simple piece to accent or compliment your composed outfit. In fact, you’ll see many of us employees proudly wearing these bracelets to enhance our attire!

Another great accessory are cufflinks. Similar to the bracelets, Tateossian produces top of the line cufflinks as well. Cufflinks were originally created to literally link the cuffs of your shirt. However, they have now evolved into an opportunity to personalize your outfit and add some flair. Here at UWM Men’s Shop, we carry quite a variety of cufflinks - from more “flashy” ones (like skulls or small flash drives) to traditional silver pieces. There is almost definitely a cufflink here that will catch your eye and can enhance your outfit.

Overall, accessories are meant to build upon and enhance an outfit. Whether you’re dressed formally and conservatively for an event, or more casually and loosely, there are accessories that can add that finishing touch that distinguishes you from the rest.

Kiton Jeans | AG Jeans | Salt Lake City, Utah

We here at UWM Men’s Shop specialize in fine clothing: suits, sport coats, slacks, ties, shoes, shirts, etc. However, we have recently aimed to expand our inventory to include most everything you will need in your closet! Now, along with our formal wear, we carry activewear and casual clothing. Jeans, shorts, casual shirts, and other casual accessories are all now in store. Come on in to explore our casual side!

A focal point of anyone’s closet is the jean. This is why we are proud to carry AG Jeans, a wonderful company co-founded by Adriano Goldschmied (hence, AG) and Yul Ku, a “pioneer in the denim industry.” Adriano is a successful Italian fashion designer who focuses on jeans and denim. In fact, he is considered to be the “Godfather of Denim”. AG Jeans produces 35 different cuts, so there is certainly a cut that will fit you well. “From the initial stages of concept and design, to cutting, sewing, laundering, finishing and shipping, AG’s vertically integrated manufacturing facilities unite our design expertise with manufacturing ingenuity—truly unparalleled in the fashion industry.”

Kiton is known for being a top dog in the men’s fine clothing industry. They produce handmade garments with the finest of materials, crafted with masterful precision and expertise. They produce their jeans with the same standards as their suits - nothing but the best will do. The company embarked on a search around the world for the highest quality, handcrafted denim. This search lead them to a fabric called “Kurabo Denim”, and this is where they started. They then fulfilled their vision of a unique product, packed full with details and artisan touches. We are thrilled to carry the Rolls-Royce of jeans, the “Perfect Jean”, by Kiton. “In the expert and meticulous hands of our tailors, top-quality Japanese denim is transformed into jeans that are perfect in every thread; a masterpiece of sophistication and discerning style.”

Scarpe Di Bianco | UWM MEN'S SHOP | Salt Lake City, Utah

Scarpe di Bianco is a world class shoe company. Scarpe means shoes in Italian and Bianco is the founder’s family name. The company oozes passion for shoes, emphasizing a modern twist on classic shoes. Quality is of utmost priority as the company searches for the most supple calf skins, eventually taking them through the construction process to create a durable and beautiful shoe. “The combination of timeless models with contemporary colors, and updated styling with traditional details, leads to decidedly current yet elegant models.”

Scarpe di Bianco is a company composed of true artisans. Each pair of shoes is completely handmade with meticulous precision, taking much time to produce. Their production of each shoe is acutely artisanal in nature, witnessed by the fact that no more than 25 pairs are produced per day. From the burnishings of the leather to the final hand-sewn stitches, Scarpe di Bianco is nothing but authenticity.

“Di Bianco™ only uses True Grain leather which is the highest grade of leather that requires no alterations. Our skins come from France and are chosen from the highest quality lots. The skins are tanned using the chrome tanning technique which results in softer and more supple leather that is very stable and more durable than vegetable tanned leather.”

The finishing and burnishing of Di Bianco shoes are (arguably) what makes them so distinguishable. The company uses only the finest of colorants and polishes to finish their shoes. The burnishing of Di Bianco shoes is long and intensive, often requiring numerous different polishes and colorants to attain the final desired color. They even hand polish black calfskin. In fact, many colors offered are “Based on Black”, meaning that the shoe started as black calfskin, then underwent multiple treatments with different colorants and dyes to attain the final, finished product.

On Running Shoes | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Mall

On Running, a Swiss running and athletic wear brand, is one of the fastest growing brands in the running market. Founded in 2010 in Zurich, Switzerland by Olivier Bernhard, Caspar Coppetti, and David Allemann, On Running seeks one thing: the creation of a shoe that allows for an ideal running “sensation”. Olivier, a former three times World Duathlon Champion and multiple Ironman winner, takes his expertise and experience and implements them into a shoe. This knowledge led to “cupboardfuls of prototypes” and lots of trial and error. But the basic concept – cushioned landing, firm take off – remained paramount throughout.

On Running has surrounded itself and its development of shoes with a couple core beliefs. The first belief relates to the construction of the shoe and how your foot moves. With their patented CloudTec cushioning, your foot is freed and is allowed the flexibility to move in the way you’re naturally meant to. Another belief focuses on the sole of the shoe - On shoes do not passively control your running motion with a rigid sole. Instead, a whole team of Cloud elements at the sole of the On shoe actively reacts to your individual running motion. They can act in unison or individually cushion your landing – however you need it.

On Running may not be a men’s “fine clothing” brand like others we carry here at UWM Men’s Shop, but that is not to say their shoes cannot be dressed up! On nearly any day, you can walk into our store and see one of our employees wearing a pair of On Running shoes. Whether it be with blue jeans and a nice sport coat, or a full suit, these shoes can certainly be styled up. A pair of these shoes could be your most durable, comfortable and worry free dress shoes you have ever known.

John Lobb | Salt Lake City, UT | City Creek Center Mall

John Lobb has been producing luxury and formal footwear for men and women for over 150 years. Started in 1866 by John Lobb himself, the company started as a small footwear production service for royalty. Their success producing shoes and boots was so great that the company decided to open up another store in Paris. The company produces a classic, sturdy, and durable shoe with an English look.

John Lobb’s “Bespoke” program is a staple in the company. This Bespoke service arranges a client with an artisan to produce something customized and specific to the client. As they say on the John Lobb website, “at the heart of the Bespoke service is the relationship between the client and the John Lobb artisans who serve at every stage to fulfil making their wishes become a reality.” They focus on the interpersonal relationship between the customer and artisans. The constant communication between the two coupled with the artisan’s attention to detail ensures a shoe production process that yields an ideal and precise result.

There are several appointments involved in the John Lobb Bespoke process. At the first appointment, the artisan takes many detailed measurements of the client’s foot and starts to hand carve a model of the contour of their foot. This wooden model of the shoe then serves as the last to shape the leather to start the actual shoemaking process. “Whilst wearing the trial shoe, final measurements are taken and incisions made by the Master Last-maker to examine the shoe for even the slightest pressure points to the foot. This allows the artisan to further refine the precision of the clients last.”

A note of pride for John Lobb is their selection of leather from highly distinguished tanneries from around the world. “Long established relationships with distinguished tanneries across the world mean that the John Lobb Bespoke atelier has the pick of the finest leathers on offer, including prized rarities and exotic hides, allowing the client unparalleled choice and assured quality.”