Another long-standing brand, Stetson, was founded in 1865 by John B. Stetson in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. What began as a wardrobe staple to shade travelers’ eyes from the sun has become an American icon, invoking images of the rugged, Western United States. Today, Stetson has branched out from cowboy-style hats to include fedoras and knit caps, as well as their own clothing line.
Such American pieces can only have an American producer, so we can understand why these goods are still made near home. Today, Stetson ( the man, not the brand) is known as the fellow who invented the cowboy hat, and without him, cowboying would have looked completely different.
Made in the USA: All-American Clothing
As its name clearly states, All American Clothing is, well, all-American. Founded in 1992, the USA-based brand creates closet staples like t-shirts, jeans, and activewear. Founder Lawson Nickol was passionate about creating a brand that was durable and high quality. It also provided jobs to the local community and practiced ethical manufacturing within the United States.
Nickol also wanted to make sure that All American Clothing was a positive work environment for employees and that customers’ opinions were valued. These are essential values for any brand. The best seller of the brand is, without a doubt, their Blue Jeans, which initially got the company going.
Made in the USA: Round House Jeans
Round House Jeans has technically been around since the year of 1903 when it began as Round House Workwear. Named after the railroad repair station, the brand has transformed over the years but has a rich history, including creating khakis for U.S. soldiers during World War II.
Today, Round House Jeans still make workwear and jeans along with hats and kids' clothing. Manufactured in Oklahoma, they still claim to be the largest manufacturer of American-made work overalls and jeans. The affordability and the ruggedness of the jeans are what made them so successful and demanded by rail workers and construction guys.
Made in the USA: Darn Tough
Based in Northfield, Vermont, Darn Tough creates high-quality socks that are made to last. The thick socks are available in colorful patterns and are made for those who love to exist in nature, go hiking and camping, and do more outdoor exploring.
The company is committed to overseeing the entire creation process, including designing, testing, and manufacturing their socks, rather than having these steps take place outside of the United States. The uniqueness of these socks is their knitting technique which reduces bulkiness but increases comfort and fit. Without a doubt, these are one of the best socks on the market.
Made in the USA: Hickey Freeman
Nothing complements a man more than a well-tailored suit and it doesn't get any more well-tailored than Hickey Freeman. Born and based in Rochester, New York, Hickey Freeman began making fine, tailored suits in 1899. Along with its high-quality style, the Hickey Freeman brand strives to produce suits that are especially comfortable and that flex with the body.
Especially in the 21st century, when comfort comes before anything, the goods must preserve their initial quality so the production remains inland. All of the processes that go into creating each suit take place in their Rochester factory, from sleeves to collars.