ERL presents its latest collection, “SURPLUS.” Designed by Eli Russell Linnetz in Venice Beach, the line is made in California and draws from a deep part of American memory: the surplus store.

These stores are repositories of national excess, holding the leftover materials from times of war and peace. For generations, this standardized gear became the custom uniform for rebels and dreamers, providing the basics for those without an official one.

ERL SURPLUS acts as a contemporary version of these spaces. It creates an echo between past and present, pulling imagery from different eras. The collection features patchwork patterns made from threadbare fatigues and faded insignia. It is a depot where military overflow becomes California banner wear.

The process involves meticulous deconstruction. Hand-dyed fleece appears in sun-faded khaki and olive tones, each piece bearing a lived-in quality. Artisanal patchwork turns vintage camouflage into contemporary armor. Custom graphics of tanks and aircraft are screen-printed onto cotton that has been artificially aged by Venice Beach artisans, making it feel rediscovered.

Donegal wool sweaters feature hand-knitted military motifs, and over-dyed deadstock fabrics are given new life. Every piece is marked with hand-stamped branding, complete with imperfections that make each garment unique.

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ERL SURPLUS is now available online.