By Robert James is an independent American menswear brand, designed and made in New York City by Robert James. Now in our 17th year, we remain dedicated to creating timeless, handsome garments with a tough, independent twist.
Every By Robert James piece is crafted in small batches, made to order, and produced in the heart of New York City’s historic Garment Center. Our nearly hands-on process means we source the fabrics, manage the trims, work directly with our factory partners, and oversee every stitch of production. This approach not only guarantees exceptional quality but supports the skilled artisans and small businesses keeping NYC’s garment industry alive.
By Robert James isn’t about fast fashion or chasing trends. It’s about making garments that feel strong, look timeless, and are built to last—pieces with a soul, designed to evolve with you over time.
No gimmicks. No logos. Just clean, considered design with purpose.
Legacy shapes how we’ll be remembered. It reflects our values and what we stood for. Artist and friend Brian Whitley explored this with a striking question posed to Donald Trump. In 2016, he created and placed a headstone pictured above and placed it in Central Park on Easter morning—engraved only with Trump’s birth year and a message: “MADE AMERICA HATE AGAIN.”
After the was discovered it was removed, but after Brian’s intent became clear it was eventually returned. It now serves as a reminder of the impact of his divisive rhetoric in retrospect as well as the harm that future may yet hold.It is his currently on display at Satellite Art Show.
Important Note: I wish no ill on anyone ( including Trump). Never let an enemy's evil turn your own good into good into evil in response.
The 100% cotton men's classic tee will help you land a more structured look. It sits nicely, maintains sharp lines around the edges, and goes perfectly with layered streetwear outfits. Plus, it's extra trendy now!
• 100% cotton • Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester • Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester • Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²) • Open-end yarn • Tubular fabric • Taped neck and shoulders • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem • Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
