Every Shinola candle is hand-poured with love in Corktown by Detroit Wick—and the nose that knows behind the craft is Doug Schwartz, a man on a mission to create scent identities. […]
Uncommon Scents with Detroit Wick
Time Tested with Mike Han
Mike Han is a Detroit artist, and a modern “vandal” who has been part of the Shinola story since the beginning. In a recent conversation, Han chatted about his love for the city and why he chose to test the Duck dive watch. “I call it failure—but I also call it experience. I’ve tried a […]
Six People. A Winter Night. And The Shinola Hotel
It’s a couple days beyond Christmas, and large snowflakes float toward the historic streets of Downtown Detroit. The sounds of the city can’t be dimmed, and neither can its festive mood. Garland dresses storefronts. Lights twinkle above as dusk nears. Ice skaters glide and spin on a glassy cold surface. At the center of this […]
A Marriage of Rugged Innovation and Industrial Beauty
Forged Carbon Monster is the next piece in the series of dive watches by Shinola — proof things that last are created under intense pressure. BEFORE THE FORGE […]
Zach Fox and The Art of Jeep Willys Maintenance
There are people we meet along the way who are just raw enough to convince us that if we fully followed our hearts, we’d land in a pretty damn good place. These people are our passion mentors, bleeding earnestness and oozing authenticity. Round here, Zach Fox is that guy. A product designer raised near Ann […]
Misty Eyed: How to Keep Glasses from Fogging
If you regularly wear glasses, then you probably know the struggle: You come inside from the cold, only to be greeted by a blast of hazy condensation blocking your view. It’s like your lenses are sweating, and it can be extremely frustrating. Foggy glasses can make it difficult to work, lead to scratched lenses as […]
Tips on How to Clean Glasses
Are your eyeglasses dirty and full of scratches? If so, you’re not alone. Most people don’t know how to clean their eyeglasses correctly, which can lead to damage. In this blog post, we’ll teach you how to clean eyeglasses properly so that they stay in good condition for as long as possible. What Should You […]
How To Remove Scratches From Glasses
While glasses are essential for clear vision for many people, they’re also an opportunity to invest in a fashion statement. But nothing’s more annoying than getting a scratch in one of your glasses’ lenses. If you’re stuck with a pesky scratch, keep on reading for our guide on how to remove scratches from glasses, the […]
Playing Favorites: A Holiday Gift Guide
We asked our Shinola style experts from coast to coast to share their favorite gifts for the holiday season. See what our D.C., Detroit, and San Francisco stores picked —and finish your wish list. SHINOLA D.C.WASHINGTON D.C. Greetings from the bustling historic district of Logan Circle. The Shinola staff in our nation’s capital have some […]
From Long Island to Los Angeles: A Travelogue
Shinola gave photographer Danny Moulton a cache of travel goods for his cross-country move from Long Island to Los Angeles. Here, he shares the stories behind his snaps—and how to capture the most from your own adventures. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED It’s a stunning vista. And a reminder that so much of what we love about […]