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Support for Haiti

We have been following the news on the recent earthquake disaster and our thoughts and hope go out to the people of Haiti and all the rescue and relief personnel being deployed to the area right now. This tragic event will have long-term effects on that area and the world, and there are lots of ways that we can support the recovery effort. Just a few quick links to get you started:

CNN.com/Impact
Red Cross
www.usaid.gov

You can text “HAITI” to 90999 to donate $10 to American Red Cross relief for Haiti.

Inquiries concerning U.S. Citizens living or traveling in Haiti should be referred to the U.S. Department of State, Office of Overseas Citizens services, at 1-888-407-4747 or 202-647-5225.

A big shoutout to the Virginia Task Force 1, which is currently on mission in Haiti, pulling survivors from the rubble at this very moment. Also big shoutout to the USNS Comfort, which is essentially a floating hospital, and the USCGC Forward, which was the first large ship to arrive in Port-au-Prince after the disaster and coordinate initial evacuations and assessment of the situation.

Pants N@: Tru-Spec 7-Pocket Tactical Trouser

These pants are just full of awesome. I love the design so much that I wear these all the time as part of my everyday wardrobe, and not just as part of a uniform. They fit so well, and combine features that we love about the Tactical Response Uniform (TRU), plus features that make them great for tactical duty. For example:

• Wrinkle and stain guard finish
• 7-pocket design
• 3 large cargo pockets including 2 bellowed with mitered corners
• Right cargo pocket designed to hold flashlight
• All pockets feature hook & loop closure
• Fused flaps
• 7 heavily reinforced 1” wide belt loops with 2 1/2” openings
• Reinforced seat and knee patches
• 2 adjustable waist tabs secured with 4 bartacks
• Metal self-locking zipper fly
• Nylon drawstring leg ties
• Gripper waistband for shirttail retention
• Black, Navy, and Tac Tiger™ available

Available now in our store, or contact sales@darkthreads.com for more info.

Btw - Pants N@ will be an ongoing series. Stay tuned!

Socktactical!

When I saw that these were "tactical" socks, I wondered exactly what makes them tactical? Well, while I was out of town on business last week, I test drove the Woolrich Elite X-Static socks and they are awesome! I think what makes anything "tactical" is a combination of good design, performance, and functionality, and these socks had it all. They fit perfectly, and kept me warm and dry, without any bulk. They are also:

Antimicrobial.
Antistatic.
Anti-Odor.
The conductive properties of the silver fibers work thermodynamically to regulate foot temperature in warm and cool weather.
Padded ball and heel areas.
Elastic arch support for increased foot circulation.
Smooth lin-toe seam for comfort above the toes.
Available in 2 lengths: crew and over-the-calf.
Easy care: machine wash, tumble.
Made in U.S.A.

They could be worn with dress or casual/work shoes. If I had to choose only one pair of socks for any situation, these would be it. They come in crew and over-the-calf length, and are available for pre-order from sales@darkthreads.com.

Oh no she di-n't!

Oh yes, I did. From the Dark Threads Design Studio:

Original design by Mirv - mens jacket in digital urban twill.

Corset, based on historical pattern, in digital urban twill.

What to Wear: On "Tropical" Assignment

I keep looking over the Woolrich Elite Tactical Series and thinking, this must be what spies wear on vacation, LOL. Seriously, though, this line looks stylish yet functional, and I really like that. The designers paid careful attention to detail, and must have put a lot of thought into the color story (ok, maybe I watch Project Runway, a lot). It also reminds me of things that the character, Sam, on Burn Notice would wear...



L-R: Woolrich Elite 4-Pocket Discreet Carry Short-Sleeve Shirt, Woolrich Elite Discreet Carry Short-Sleeve Shirt, Elite CCW Shirt.

Any of the Woolrich Elite Tactical Series items are available for pre-order at this time, just by contacting sales@darkthreads.com.

Many, many updates

Hope everyone had a fine holiday! I sure did. I got a lot done over the long weekend, including lots of updates to the darkthreads.com site. One notable addition:

Tru-Spec 27-P Flight Suit - a very well-made, durable, and affordable coverall in four different colors and a range of sizes.

I wore one of these at The Wasteland game and I was very comfortable in it all day. I'm thinking that it would make a great base for all sorts of loadouts or costumes, in addition to more practical applications.

Stay tuned, there's more to come!