Dave and I had an awesome conversation talking about everything from being a small business owner in New York to how he has worked to hone his skills into making one of the most popular up and coming sling bags. We talk about his long term goals and what its like to foster a community around your products.

Founded in 2014 as a conceptual design studio, Smith + Parka has evolved from a passion project to a lifestyle brand. Based on a foundation of 20 years in the fashion industry, designer and F.I.T. alumni David Lee utilizes his knowledge of menswear tailoring to create unique pieces for everyday use. Only using quality materials and trims, each detail is carefully curated to create functional designs emphasizing minimalism and beauty.

David hand crafts every product offered.

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