Philadelphia Men's Store: Arcane Supply Company

This summer, I sat down with the design brains behind Philadelphia-based Men's Shop, Arcane Supply Company. Lucas Darway is the founder and designer of these rugged leather goods, each handmade right here in Philadelphia. A self-proclaimed "finance nerd" by day and entrepreneur by night, Lucas is no rookie when it comes to aesthetic, high-quality and fabrication. With his roots in consulting and jewelry design, he has a keen-eye for design and leather and rugged fabrics. His passion and background in photography is noted through his film prints...a little 50's Cubana mixed with "old world" Black and White shots. The men's shop currently sells handmade backpacks, leather belts and camera straps, from US waxed canvas and leather made in a century old tannery. Eclectic printed socks by Sammy Icon are in stock, along with coffee from Michigan's Bearded Apple.
Geared towards the likes of "Outdoor-City Dwellers" that frequent Ps and Qs, Totem and Art in the Age, and expensive taste must apply. If you don't consider yourself on a budget, check out the Hinterlander Backpack ($408), each made to order. For the fall season, Arcane Supply Co will be dishing out new Americana-inspired t-shirts & sweatshirts, printed on luxe cotton. He's hoping to expand on more ties, Japanese raw denim and other brand collaborations.
As for a bricks & mortars spot....nothing planned yet. Mr. Darway is hoping to set up a space in Lambertville's Gallery's and Flea Markets. Check out his facebook status here.
Instagram @ArcaneSupplyCo