This blog features Orvis products that our associates or our customers particularly enjoy or appreciate for their quality, utility, and comfort.
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Wool is one of the best performing materials available, and also one of the oldest. But in a contest of two favorites—cashmere versus merino—does a clear winner emerge?…
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Scarves are such a practical and appealing wardrobe accessory, it makes sense to have a large and varied collection of them on hand. Not only are they stylish, adding a dramatic effect to any . . .
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Crisp autumn breezes, the crunch of leaves underfoot, and the rich, oaky scent of wood smoke wafting through the air—these are telltale signs it’s time to trade those lightweight T-shirts for . . .
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It’s too warm for a sweater, but not quite warm enough to go without. You need a versatile layer to wear when you’re looking for a little extra warmth—or just a dash of style. Enter the vest . . .
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The short answer is no: a brocade is merely one of several types of elaborately patterned and woven materials called jacquards. Other examples include matelassé, satin, and damask—a reversible . . .
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Whether you feel confident about the list you’ve made and checked twice or find yourself in a blind panic when you realize how little time remains to finish your holiday shopping, we’re here to help with an impressive array of gift ideas. Browse exceptional Black Friday deals that will make fast work of finding perfect holiday gifts for every friend and loved one on your list.
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Shearling and sherpa are two of the materials that always seem to pop up as frost threatens to turn to snow. But what is shearling, exactly, and what is sherpa? What is the difference between them? And when it comes to the shearling versus sherpa debate, is one better than the other? Wintry weather is blowing in….
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Corduroy, chino, or twill—which of these classic materials is most represented in your cool weather wardrobe? No better time than the present to consider this question….
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Wear colorful feathers under your chin, and people will talk. Gossip can be a good thing. It’s what put Brackish Original Feather Bow Ties on the men’s couture map and helped nurture along the company from its quiet beginnings to a full-blown, full-time operation for founding partners Ben Ross and Jeff Plotner…
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