Maybe these types of shops can only exist online but we wonder why we don’t see more of them in the real world. We’re talking about Kaufmann Mercantile, Vetted, and now Slowdownjoe based in the UK, a shop that specializes in “Good Honest Goods.” The partners behind Slowdownjoe are Lewis and Matthew Hull, owners of Superdenim. Slowdownjoe offers a collection of lifestyle products for the home, office, and outdoors. You’ll come across familiar brands like Baxter of California, Field Notes, and Snow Peak but a lot of surprises as well including Lovat Mill, considered to be the best wool and tweed weavers in the UK, Midori, a premium stationary line from Japan, and Turner & Harper a brand that elevates tools for the home. See what else a slow lifestyle of products look like from Slowdownjoe.

What’s In Store? is a new series we’re launching today spotlighting our favorite shops and their proprietors. What better way to start off the season than to get a glimpse into the operations of these shops and to see what they have planned for spring. First up is Koji Kusakabe of Extra. Since the doors opened in June of 2010, Koji has had consistent coverage on and off line. And why not? His incredible eye has yielded some of the coolest vintage pieces one can find in New York. He also carries the largest selection of POST OVERALLS, Takeshi Ohfuchi’s updated workwear line. Have a look now at What’s In Store for Extra.

Stussy launched in 1984 and quickly grew into a global brand pioneering and dominating streetwear. It was youth oriented, mixing skate and surf, hip hop and punk, and urban and coastal cultures. Almost 30 years later, Stussy is still a central player in the landscape but late last year, the label introduced a collection of wares in Japan, designed more for the domestic lifestyle rather than an active one. The label appears to be growing with its customers by launching Stussy Livin’ General Store. The second collection arrives in time for spring with items including everything from waste bins and trays to dog leashes and eucalyptus scented candles. The line hasn’t completely abandoned it’s identity, they still incorporate Stussy’s aesthetic and work with other brands like Baxter of California and Porter.

One can imagine Kaufmann Mercantile as a general store in the early 20th century – stocking wares made from the highest quality with a store owner that knows every detail of a product. Flash forward a century later, Kaufmann Mercantile exist, only as an online store but sharing the same values as what small shop keepers held so dear. Sebastian Kaufmann started the company in 2009 selling well crafted items for the home, office, garden, and outdoors with a strong belief that every item needs to be made well enough to stand the test of time. Many of the brands he sells have a long history like Duluth Pack, Wentworth, Stronghold, and El Casco to name a few. While others don’t, like Postalco and Lemon, but are made with just as much attention. This may appear nostalgic to some but it really transcends it. It’s a business that values what has been missing for a long time, quality, great customer service, and an extensive knowledge of everything sold and that’s something we can get behind.

Sure it can be fun spending hours upon hours on eBay and Etsy for vintage gems, but do we really have the time? Most likely not. Enter Bureau of Trade, for the guys who are obsessed with everything vintage, this is your site (though women can enjoy it as well). Bureau of Trade have taken upon themselves to locate the “world’s most unique merchandise” from eBay, Craigslist, and Etsy all delivered with a tongue-in-cheek tone. Cars, motorcycles, clothing, shoes, watches, bags, furniture, accessories, and even companions, yes companions. Mostly dogs, but fighting fishes have known to appear on their listing. (via donetodeath aka Chris Black)

Along with its trade show, Capsule is pulling together a side market filled with quality vintage finds and new wares at the Donut Shop. The list includes an impressive lineup of dealers and companies like Orange Crush Exports, Heller’s Cafe, and Strongarm Clothing & Supply Co. Brooklyn favorites In God We Trust and Kings County Salvage will round up the vintage goods. Other participants include Terrapin Stationers, Izola, Bellocq, and others. The Donut Shop will only be open for two days, January 16th and 17th from 10am to 7pm.