It was a very good year... for looking good as hell.

By Jeff Miller

Published on 12/28/2011 at 4:00 AM

Bazango Creative: From one of the dudes behind pwn-happy blog Picture War, BC's a line of one-of-a-kind clothing pieces that're (often quite tastefully!) arted up with recycled paints, and then cured so the duds can be washed without the colors running...more

Shulong: Just dropped for the first time at Sportie LA, Shulong's a Euro-/ Hong Kong-based brand of canvas-and-linen sneakers whose noted comfortableness comes from a unique process...more

Guns, Germs & $teal: Apparently NOT a book explaining why some Eurasian cultures conquered other weaker ones, GG&$'s actually a two-person wallet-making operation composed of locally based NY-transplant graphic designers who handmake money holders...more

Farah: Farah's Vintage Collection's a stylishly upscale throwback-esque selection of blazers, khakis, button-downs, and more from the iconic British brand, which was originally famous for its polyester "action slacks"...more

SWAG of The Month: Just launched outta the WestSide by a music biz and fashion-guy duo, SWAG sends you your very own new tee each month based on your own personal style...more