COLLECTION / SS 2013

.	Time Rift Is this a memory or a dream? He watches a California navel orange roll down the sand dune behind him. As it comes to a stop near his surfboard, the fruit looks so ripe that its color might slip off and soak into the sand. Dusk turns the sky purple, and everything smells pure, like salt and driftwood. Down the beach, a bonfire throws sparks toward the stars. His friends are still coming in from the waves with their boards, joking and yelling. A girl in a bikini jogs up to him. She bends down, laughing, and reclaims her runaway orange. She is all long, bare limbs. The downy hairs on her arms are stiff with sea salt. Her smile is as distracting as the setting sun. She holds out a hand to pull him up and take him to the bonfire. Wherever, whenever he is, he’s decided this sun-bleached world is made for staying a while. But in a blink, the girl and her orange are gone. It’s mid-day now and the sun scorches his back. He half-knows, in the way of dreams, that he has fallen forward through a rift in time, to a different seaside, under another sky, on a different coast. Behind him now, there is a boardwalk instead of a dune, and skateboards rattle along it, making the sand tracked there by flip flops jump like popped corn in a frying pan. He stands at the water’s edge with the other surfers, watching the sets come in. Their surfboards, propped upright in the sand, look like slats in a fence, like a border between worlds. These surfers, he knows, are different from those in the other world, but still the same somehow, his brothers. With the next blink, the world tilts again and the sand slides out from under him. The orange is back, now cradled in his hand. The bikini girl, just a little bit older, wearing a wedding ring, sits in the rattling seat next to his. A voice announces the next subway stop back to the city from Rockaway Beach. He looks at their feet in flip flops crusted with sand, resting side by side on the chewing gum dotted subway floor. He begins to peel the orange, breathing the smell of the rind. He offers the bikini girl a segment of the flesh and when she takes it, he can see that she too is caught by a memory, or is it a dream, of another coast and another time. And in another blink, the rift opens back up wide enough to allow them both to slip eagerly through.	Photography by Masahiro Noguchi

.	TRAVEL SHELL PARKA Lightweight, functional, and stylish, the Travel Shell Parka delivers everything you’ll need on your next trip, from your morning in the great outdoors to your evening on the town. The two-panel design of the sleeves allows easy movement and contributes to the smooth, urban-ready finish. The Parka’s slanted front pocket will keep your valuables safe, and the interior chest and waist pockets are perfect for passports and airplane tickets. The full lining will protect you from the wind gusts no matter if you’re hiking a trail or simply beating a path to the next bar. 60/40 cotton/nylon in royal and mustard

.	T.S.P.2 A perfectly pared-down and urbanized version of the Batten Travel Shell Parka, the T.S.P. 2 is more aimed toward town wear than mountain wear. With a cotton half-lining inside and super soft cotton on the exterior, it looks great and is comfortable for all-day wear. Unlike its more technical older brother, T.S.P. 2 skips the zip front pocket in favor of four buttoned front pockets. 100% cotton chambray in light blue 100% cotton twill in navy, stone, and camel

.	CUTTER JAC The sun is barely rising, and you’re already on your way to the beach. A jacket would be too heavy; a shirt would be too light. What could be more convenient than a garment that falls exactly in-between? The laid-back style of 1970’s California influenced the design and fabric choice, and then we updated it for a contemporary fit. The front pockets easily store keys and wax. Wearing the Batten Cutter Jac, you’ll feel like a modern-day Jerry Lopez. 100% cotton light denim in red and blue 100% cotton twill in navy and stone

.	PACKABLE ANORAK Open the center zip pocket and flip the anorak into itself—you’re left with a compact package, ready to whip out of your bag should the wind lift or the summer night grow chilly. The seams on each side have pockets. The zip on the right side makes the anorak easy to slip on and off. 100% Taslan nylon in wheat, ink, royal, and red 100% cotton chambray in indigo print and light blue 100% cotton twill in stone and camel/li>

.	TEAM JACKET Inspired by the jackets worn by surf teams, the Batten Team Jacket will look just right with your board shorts. The light but sturdy poly/cotton body will keep you sheltered from the wind and sun, and a hood zips out of the collar should you need it. The double snap breast pockets and zip waist pockets will keep your valuables in place, as will the stash pocket on the arm. 65% polyester 35% cotton in royal, red, and yellow 100% cotton chambray in indigo print 100% cotton chino twill in khaki print

.	BOARD SHORTS Even if you wipe out in the waves, you can count on these shorts holding up. The double needle stitching makes for extra durability, and the poly/cotton shell and nylon lining lends comfort and coverage. Keep your keys close with the elastic cord in the back pocket. The two lines on the left leg? They mark the second year of Batten Sportswear. Celebrate with us! 65% polyester 35% cotton in red, royal, beige, navy, and yellow

.	OVERHANG SHORTS Today at 5AM, you drove to the beach, searching for overhead waves. After lunch, you went indoor climbing. At night, you went to a friend’s house for a barbeque. These shorts are so comfortable, so stylish and versatile, that you never had to change your clothes. The front zipper pocket is designed so that you won’t lose your wallet or keys. The inseam has an extra panel for greater leg flexibility, up to a 180 degree spread. The curve of the back pocket fits the line of your bum for walking, sitting, or even dancing. 100% cotton duck in navy, khaki, and royal 100% cotton prints in lemon, sky blue, pink, and floral 100% cotton chambray in indigo print 100% cotton chino twill in khaki print

.	LOCAL SHORTS These shorts are the very definition of summer fun. On the shorter side, with a cut that looks great and a 6 wale corduroy that will provide coverage and durability, Batten Local Shorts are ideal for playing Frisbee in the park or grabbing a beer with friends. The single back pocket will keep your wallet handy and the drawstring at the waist eliminates the need for a belt. 100% cotton corduroy in gold, baby blue, and khaki

.	TREK SHORTS Every closet needs to have a pair of shorts like these. We’ve taken the classic design of hiking shorts—complete with thick, durable fabric and a boxy cut—and updated it. The flap on the back right pocket has been removed so that you can have better access to your wallet. The front pockets have been streamlined for a more urban fit. 100% cotton chambray in indigo print and light blue 100% cotton chino twill in khaki print 100% cotton light denim in red and blue 100% cotton duck in navy and khaki

.	EITHERWAY PANTS You’ve just touched down at LAX and you can’t wait to get out on the town, take a walk on the beach, relax in the sun. The last thing you want to do is have to go to your hotel to change out of your airplane clothes. In your Batten Eitherway Pants, you can simply unzip at the knee for a quick, hassle free transition to shorts. Lightweight, easy to fold and pack away, and designed with as much of a mind toward style as practicality, these pants will be the perfect addition to any trip. 100% Taslan nylon in olive drab, red, ink, wheat, and royal

.	TRAIL SHIRT Born deep in the wilderness and raised by honest city folk, this shirt will bring to mind campfires under the stars, long walks in Prospect Park, and early morning hunting and scavenging for coffee and bagels. The breast pockets will give you a convenient place to tuck your grocery list, and the inner waist pocket will stash your subway pass or cash safely. 100% cotton in red, blue, and brown plaid 100% cotton chambray in indigo print and light blue

.	EASTERN SHIRT The Eastern Shirt is both a tribute to and an update on the classic cut and fit of the western style cowboy shirt. We’ve revised the collar for a 1970’s style point and chosen the fabric for cool comfort. The snap buttons make it easy to take off when you’re in a rush to get into your wetsuit at the beach. 100% cotton chambray in light blue 100% cotton in red, blue, and brown plaid 100% cotton print in floral

.	FIVE-POCKET ISLAND SHIRT There’s no doubt that the traditional and ultra-cool four-pocket Cuban shirt is comfortable and convenient for easy-access storage. And the Hawaiian shirt is the height of laid back fun. The Batten Five-Pocket Island Shirt is the perfect marriage of the two. Reach down into the fifth pocket for your train ticket or metro card. You’ll be well on your journey to Rockaway Beach by way of Cuba and Hawaii. 100% cotton prints in floral, blue, and red 100% cotton prints in lemon, sky blue, and pink 100% cotton chambray in indigo print and light blue

.	BOARDWALK POLO You’ve spent all day in the waves and now it’s time to kick back at the outdoor bar on the boardwalk, sip a bottomless beer, and watch the evening fall. Your tired muscles are glad for the soft velour cushion of your Boardwalk Polo, and it doesn’t hurt that the retro, laidback cut is catching the eye of the girl at the next table. Send a drink her way and let the evening roll. velour (80% cotton 20% polyester) in heather grey and camel

.	TRACK JACKET Shrug into this soft velour jacket before and after a workout at the gym or in the waves. Perfect for warming up and cooling down, the Batten Track Jacket is an athlete’s dream. And if you have no workout planned for the day? The jacket is still great for lounging in comfort. It’s designed for a streamlined fit that makes it as easy on the eye as it is on the body. velour (80% cotton 20% polyester) in camel and heather grey

.	TRACK PANTS The perfect pairing for your Track Jacket and equally well suited to match with a tee-shirt or tank top, the velour Batten Track Pants are comfort at its finest. Unwind after a run or a day on your board. Lounge around, feeling your muscles relax. You’ll look and feel great. velour (80% cotton 20% polyester) in heather grey and camel

.	S/S REACH-UP SWEAT Lightweight French terry cotton makes the Batten Short Sleeve Reach-up Sweat ideal for hot weather. With a diamond shaped panel in the inner arm seam and a raglan cut, you will have greater flexibility and movement, enough to scale a cliff, load and unload your surfboard from the roof rack, shoot some hoops, or reach for that beer. The front chest pocket is sewn for a unique retro look, and the slim shape and summer colors make it as fun to look at as it is functional to wear. 100% cotton French terry in navy, khaki, heather grey

.	POCKET T-SHIRT 100% cotton tee in white, heather grey, navy, light pink, light blue, and lemon

.	SURFERS PARADISE T-SHIRT 100% cotton tee in white, heather grey, navy, light pink, light blue, and lemon

.	LONG BEACH '72 T-SHIRT 100% cotton tee in white, heather grey, navy, light pink, light blue, and lemon

.	RETRO DAY PACK Inspired by day backpacks from the 1970’s—complete with wool shoulder pads and metal trim—this pack is a great size either for a hiking trip or a day at the beach. The main pocket has a wide opening, useful for storing beach towels, clothes, and gear. Inside, a small pocket keeps valuables safe. The suede bottom adds durability and a great retro look. 100% CORDURA® nylon in royal, khaki, and orange