Ben Sherman and Pendleton Woolen Mills, two brands steeped in tradition and authenticity have collaborated to create a unique, three-piece shirt collection for Fall/Winter 2015. Pendleton has a history that dates back to 1863, when an Englishman named Thomas Kay began weaving wool in Oregon, USA. In 1924 Pendleton produced the first men’s wool plaid shirt; a utilitarian style in a variety of colours inspired by classic American workwear. Ben Sherman have been creating their signature button-down shirts since 1963 and have now selected two iconic plaid fabrics from the Pendleton archive to create three shirts featuring a plethora of famous Ben Sherman design elements. The first of these three designs is cut from an authentic Black Watch Tartan wool fabric, with the second showcasing a green and gold plaid pattern. The third style combines both plaid fabrics where the body has been built from the green and gold fabric, whilst contrasting sleeves and front spade pocket utilise the Black Watch Tartan. All three shirts are cut to a slim, modern fit and feature the Ben Sherman button-down collar, locker loop, box pleat and distinctive back collar button. Crafted from 100% virgin wool woven in the Pendleton Mill located in Washougal, Washington, USA, the shirts feature a soft cupro lining inside the cuff and back yoke that is inspired by Pendleton’s heritage. Unique branding has also been produced to finish this truly epochal shirt collaboration where the Ben Sherman chest pocket tab has been designed in the Pendleton corporate colours. The shirts also carry the classic Pendleton label on the exterior side seam. All three shirts are available in Ben Sherman stores and online.