Made in USA and Canada

According to a great HBO documentary called Rags to Riches: Schmatta, the scope of change in the United States apparel industry is devastating. In 1965, 95% of all apparel BOUGHT in this country was MADE here as well. Through law and policy change over the next 40 years, that percentage moved steadily downward, settling in at just 5% in 2000.
If you ever see it advertised, watch it. It shows a vital, thriving and bustling industry drying up, and nearly dying on the vine.

The industry is not gone, and CHELSEA tries to support manufacturers that make clothing and shoes here in the states. When we added itr all up, we spurpised ourselves at the extent. We don't buy American just because it is, but when it's good product, that detail matters. Because of the similoarities in our economies and work force pay rates, we consider Canada to be almost as good for our North American economy, and we apply the same measure there.

These products are not the low-cost providers, but they are the high quality and high return on investment! We don't need to say it, but it fells good anyway: Buy American and Canadian when you can, and check CHELSEA if this matters to you!

CHELSEA has never been shy about exploring new areas of opportunity. This year has already been one of the best examples of this spirit of entrepeneurism. 3 new additions to our roster of vendors and services has created a powerful new foundation on which a very exciting future is being built.

Hart Schaffner Marx is a manufacturer of finely tailored suits, sport coaats and dress slacks. We've added their Custom Box enabling CHELSEA to offer a new level of quality and class.
Measure-Up offers a fantastic service for men that want special in a custom fitted dress shirt, and they offer it through specialty stores like CHELSEA: Incredible quality fabrics in beautiful colors and patterns, made through 14 meticulous measurements to ensure perfect fit. Almost limitless options, to each customer's exact specifications.
Allen Edmonds has one of the very best reputations in the world of menswear. Finely crafted footwear that is worthy of the most demanding and discerning men, Allen Edmonds is in a class by themselves.
The common link? All three are AMERICAN MADE. Made in America is not a distant memory; Fine products are still available if you know where to look, and we're here to tell you that CHELSEA is proud to be your source.

We consider Canadian-Made to be a very close second in preference, and all of our conversations with our customers and clients confirm that sentiment. Canadian manufacturers are special as well, and the combination of these two sources has made for a potent roster of great products. In addition to the three newest introductions, CHELSEA boasts a remarkable lineup, and

S. Cohen makes outstanding suits and sport coats in Montreal.
Ballin's dress slacks are beyond compare, also made in Montreal.
Agave Denimsmith's jeans are made of the finest denim fabrics in the world, and they're manufactured in America.
Haupt is a German manufacturer of incredible shirts. They've also got a fabulous t-shirt, made in Los Angeles. CHELSEA has it.
JZ Richards, Ike Behar and Ted Baker are all outstanding neckwear companies, and all three are made exclusively in America.

We're trying, folks. Made in America is not some abstract concept. It makes us feel good - - - really good - - - to be able to put our money where our mouth is, and offer products that equate to American jobs.

Stay Tuned. And check this stuff out as soon as you get a chance. It's awesome product, first and foremost.