Accessories for Him
- Abas Leather Accessories (Worcester, MA): this company used to specialize in clutches, wallets, and small travel accessories (passport covers and luggage tags) made from Italian leather, but now focuses exclusively on products crafted from American alligator leather sourced from their Florida tannery.
- The Beltman (Clanton, AL): specializing in 2-layer bull hide gun belts for armed security and law enforcement professionals
- Billykirk: bags, belts, wallets and accessories for men and women, made of leather and waxed canvas. Product descriptions include the U.S. state where the product was crafted. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Bradley Mountain (Columbia, TN): leather and canvas goods, including bags, jackets, leather accessories and outdoor tools.
- Happy Hollow Farm (Sevierville, TN): leather wallets, backpacks, totes and carryalls handcrafted in the Tennessee Smokey Mountains from American vegetable-tanned leather, available in 21 colors. Amazing craftsmanship, see How It's Made
- Lejon Belts (Corona, CA): Vintage Bison USA men's belts and wallets, handcrafted from American bison leather since 1968, plus Lejon men's and women's leather belts in dress and casual styles.
- The Local Branch Co. (Skaneateles, NY): handcrafted leather and canvas goods, custom-branded leather products and other sundries.
- Dango Products
(Santa Clara, CA): sleek wallets with extras like aluminum multi-tool, pen/pad, and RFID plate, plus watches and sundry accessories. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Old Fat Guy (Cadillac, MI): hand-crafted leather belts for men and women, specializing in custom belts for the generously proportioned.
- Pigeon Tree Crafting (Denver, CO): a wide variety of handcrafted leather belts with garrison buckles or single or double prong quick release buckles, made to order. I love the option of teardrop shaped holes, and all belts and other leather products have the pigeon tree logo stamped in (an electric utility pole with pigeons perched on it). Also offering wallets, dog collars and leashes, and the site even has leather boot laces.
- Sole Survivor Leather (Maplewood, MO): leather belts and wallets made in USA (other products imported).
- Stratton Suspender Co. (Uvalde, TX): men's and women's suspenders with linen straps and Italian leather magnetic clasps or classic button-on styles. Straps are interchangeable to create a variety of looks, from formal to informal to just fun.
- TPK Golf, Inc. (Waconia, MN): leather products and golf gifts, including leather yardage book covers and wallets with custom embossing
- Texas Saddlery (Alba, TX): handcrafted saddles, belts, and other leather goods
- American Optical (Southbridge, MA): the classic military and aviator sunglasses
- American Sun and Reader (Pittsburgh, PA): readers, sunglasses and prescription eyewear with all frames handcrafted in Pittsburgh. (They also will submit insurance claims for reimbursement!)
- Charlie V. (Detroit, MI): wrap-around sunglasses with polycarbonate frames and lenses and a specially designed hinge that allows the glasses to close compactly. They also make unusual wooden frames, made from many hardwood layers. Very cool.
- Gatorz Aluminum Eyewear (Carlsbad, CA): sunglasses with aircraft aluminum frames and lenses of high optical grade polycarbonate materials with state-of-the-art coatings.
- Oakley (Foothill Ranch, CA): high performance sunglasses and goggles, many still made in USA. Acquired in 2007 by Luxottica, Oakley eyewear is produced in Orange County, CA with lenses manufactured in Dallas, TX and Columbus, OH.
- Randolph USA (Randolph, MA): men's and women's aviator and navigator sunglasses, handcrafted to military specs with high quality frames and polarized lenses. At the same time classic and modern.
- American Hat Makers (Santa Cruz, CA): men's and women's hats, including cowboy hats, fedoras, sun hats, and even top hats (think steam punk), handcrafted from leather, felt, straw and waxed cotton.
- Bollman Hat Co. (Adamstown, PA): making wool felt hats since 1868. Although a growing percent of product is imported, Eddy Bros, Bailey, and Country Gentleman brands still include a number of American-made hats. Available at Hats.com (Look for "Made in USA" in product details). [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Geier Glove Co. (Centralia, WA): work and dress leather gloves, both lined and unlined. Available from Leather Gloves Online
- Hat People (Talent, OR): touring (or newsboy) caps, sports caps, sun hats, and more. Custom-made of wool, tweed, and cotton; allow 3-4 weeks.
- The Mouse Works (Earlysville, VA): whimsical hats and beenies, made from fleece scraps that would otherwise have ended up in the landfill
- Newberry Knitting (Schenectady, NY): knit hats, mittens and gloves of wool and acrylic
- North Star Trading Company (Clinton, WA): leather sheepskin hats and slippers, for men, women, and kids
- Rockmount Ranchwear (Denver, CO): western-style wool felt hats, plus western-style shirts and ties, almost all made in USA
- Stormy Kromer Mercantile (Ironwood, MI): the classic 6-panel wool cap with its trademark earflaps and brim, made in Michigan by folks that are serious about cold weather.
- Sullivan Glove (Bend, OR): leather dress, sport, and work gloves for men and women. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Upstate Stock (Brooklyn, NY): ragg wool hats, scarves and gloves knit in New Jersey and finished in NY. This retailer focuses on products made in NY State. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- J.J. Weston (Pawtucket, RI): tie tacs, cuff links, and key rings--or, as they say, "Gentlemen's accessories"! Even the presentation boxes are made in USA.
- Shinola (Detroit, MI): American-made dress watches (believe it!) for men and women, hand assembled in Detroit from 84 Swiss-made components. Leather bands are made from American leather and stitched in Florida.
- Vortic Watch Co. (Fort Collins, CO): salvaging and restoring antique pocket watches and converting them into one-of-a-kind wristwatches. A very cool way to save a piece of history while creating a wearable time piece. (They will also work with your family pocket watch.)
- Weiss Watch Co. (Los Angeles, CA): men's executive field watches, designed, engineered and hand-assembled in US by master watchmaker and California native Cameron Weiss. True works of art. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Club Glove (Huntington Beach, CA): luggage made in USA with US fabrics. (Golf club head covers and golf bags are assembled in USA with imported components.)
- Custom Hide (Mesa, AZ): fine leather briefcases, laptop cases, backpacks, and duffles, including briefcases custom-made to your specifications.
- Filson Co. (Seattle, WA): luggage of leather and water-repellent twill, made in Seattle, plus great outdoor clothing, most still made in USA
- Fox Creek Leather: leather saddlebags, trunk bags, and tool bags made in USA. (some non-leather products imported). [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Glaser Designs (San Francisco, CA): leather briefcases and luggage, handmade in San Francisco
- Happy Hollow Farm (Sevierville, TN): leather backpacks, totes and carryalls handcrafted in the Tennessee Smokey Mountains from American vegetable-tanned leather, available in 21 colors. Amazing craftsmanship, see How It's Made
- Itasca Leathergoods (Lake George, MN): a full range of leather accessories, including totes, belts and iPad covers.
- The Local Branch Co. (Skaneateles, NY): leather and canvas travel bags and accessories, handcrafted in Upstate New York.
- MIS (Make It Simple) (Los Angeles, CA): backpacks, totes, shoulder bags and pouches, made in USA from military-grade materials (Cordera and Packcloth Nylon, heavy duty YKK zippers, and nylon webbing), including khaki, olive, gray, black and camo fabrics.
- Moonshine Leather Co. (Nashville, IN): a wide array of leather products, including purses and backpacks, organizers, apparel and travel accessories.
- North Star Leather (Ruby, SC): leather wallets, purses, hats, shop aprons and gifts for guys--this site has a wide range of leather products, all made in USA
- Red Oxx (Billings, MT): travel bags, luggage and gear bags, made from urethane-coated Cordura nylon in 12 colors, with embroidered logo. Perfect for the "one bag" travel crowd, whether safari adventure or the jungles of business travel, these bags are rugged and well designed.
- ROAM Luggage (Vidalia, GA): polycarbonate hard side luggage in four sizes, from carry on to large check-in, built to order so you can customize color of shell, trim, handles and linings. They also make an assortment of travel backpacks, duffels, totes and travel organizers to complete the look. Made from recycled and eco-friendly materials. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Tom Bihn (Seattle, WA): travel bags as well as backpacks, briefcases, laptop bags and such, from a company with a fun attitude. Made in USA with domestic and imported fabrics.
- Tough Traveler (Schenectady, NY): a full line of soft luggage, including pullman, garment bag, pack, and rolling styles. Great for carry-on! I found their backpacks to be of superb quality, so I'm sure this luggage will last.
- WaterField Designs (San Francisco, CA): nylon and leather bags for laptops, iPads, iPods, and iAnythings, or other tech gear, nicely customizable to include the features and materials you choose.
Alpaca socks, hats and scarves (search for "Made in USA")
- Boardroom Socks (Granite Falls, NC): men's dress socks in mid-calf and over the calf styles in merino woo or pima cotton. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Camel City Mill (Winston Salem, NC): light-weight Merino wool workboot socks that are great for year-round use, plus heavy duty versions for extra padding and warmth. It's not intuitive, but wool socks are so comfortable in hot weather because they "breath" and feet stay dry. The company even offers a 10-year durability guarantee. Made from US Merino wool. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Crescent Sock Company (Niota, TN): the oldest continuously operating hosiery mill in the US, Crescent is the maker of World's Softest Sock brand of men's and women's casual and dress socks, knit from acrylic/nylon blends. Classic and Sensitive Collections are made in Niota, TN. (Spa and Everyday Collections are imported)
- Dahlgren Footwear (Tualatin, OR): multisport performance socks that feature zones of natural fibers (including alpaca and merino wool) and zones of synthetic wicking fibers to get the benefits of both, complete with attractive sock patterns. Also available from Purely Alpaca. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Darn Tough Vermont (Northfield, VT): makers of Darn Tough Vermont all-weather performance socks of high-density knit with arch and ankle support, in Merino wool and Coolmax. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Farm to Feet (Mt. Airy, NC): wonderful wool socks for men and women, made in the U.S. with U.S. materials. A friend gave me a pair of these socks, and they are my favorites for winter! I had forgotten how much warmer wool socks are than cotton.
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- Fox River Mills (Osage, IA): makers of the classic "red heel" socks (famous as working socks and Sock Monkeys!), Fox River also has a wide variety of outdoor and sports socks of wool, cotton, and Ingeo (a corn-based fiber). Socks for men, women, and kids. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Socks4Life (Charlotte, NC): a great online retailer that specializes in American-made socks for men, women, and kids. (The very few imported items are noted in product descriptions.)
- Sockwell (Chattanooga, TN): comfort socks, including compressions socks for relaxing and outdoor sports, relaxed fit diabetic socks, and everyday casual socks. Stylish designs, all made in USA from American merino wool and wool-blend yarns. Available from The Sockwell Store at Amazon. [As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases]
- This Night (Reading, PA): men's and women's cotton/nylon/spandex socks in fun geometric patterns, made in a third-generation family-owned mill.
- Thorlos Socks (Statesville, NC): activity-specific socks (for work, outdoor activity, sports, and military) with extra cushioning for greater comfort. [Affiliate: I earn commission on purchases through this link]
- Wheel House Designs (Advance, NC): novelty socks for every occasion, including patterns with animals, wildlife and holiday themes. Honestly some of my favorite socks.
- Wigwam Mills (Sheboygan, WI): many styles of socks for work, sports, and play.
- Zkano (Fort Payne, AL): socks for the entire family, including fun striped knee highs, all made in USA from certified organic cotton.
- Beau Ties Ltd. (Middlebury, VT): silk bow ties, neckties, and coordinates, in an amazing selection of patterns and all made in Vermont
- The Bow Tie Club (Clarksburg, MD): bow ties made in Maryland from silk fabrics specially designed for the bow tie shape.
- J.J. Weston (Pawtucket, RI): tie tacs, cuff links, and key rings--or, as they say, "Gentlemen's accessories"! Even the presentation boxes are made in USA.
- Mountain & Sackett (Long Island City, NY): handmade neckties of Italian and English silk, cashmere, and wool. Made in Manhattan since 1957.
- R Hanauer (Fort Mill, SC): bowties, cummerbunds, vests, and pocket squares for the well-dressed gentlemen, made in USA from imported fabrics.
