Big News: You Can Now Find Us at Southwest Plaza!

September 25, 2019

Find us at makers' market at southwest plaza mall!

We're Excited to Bring Our Local Colorado Apparel to One of Colorado's Landmark Shopping Centers!

We've been saying for a while now that we're on a quest for world domination, and we're starting with Colorado. We love our home state so much, and are so excited to see 1876 Apparel growing every day. We're so thankful for Willow: An Artisan's Market in Historic Downtown Littleton for giving us our very first 1876-branded space - affectionately deemed 1876 | Basecamp - more than 5 years ago. Since then, we've brought our local Colorado apparel to 3 breweries and 6 stores, the newest of which is in Makers Market at Southwest Plaza. 

Since 2015, Makers Market has showcased thousands of local Colorado artists, artisans, and makers, and has given them a chance to showcase their wares in a high-traffic setting, where they get tons of exposure. They also make it a lot easier for Colorado shoppers and tourists looking to take back a piece of our State of Exploration to find local, handmade goods from Colorado vendors.  We couldn't be more excited to be a part of this wonderful collective.


1876 Apparel - 1876 Trophy Tee - Luxury, Quality Colorado Clothing

Our Personal Connection with Southwest Plaza

Our President and Founder, Nick, has some very special memories of Southwest Plaza. For Colorado natives, Southwest Plaza was a part of growing up. Here's what he had to say: Hey, it’s Nick, Founder and President of 1876. When I was a kid, I was obsessed with Southwest Plaza Mall. I mean, think about it: Santa was there in the winters; it was the only place to get Chick-Fil-A at the time; and there were still toy stores - lots of them. When I was still young enough to be pushed around in a stroller, I’d bug my mom constantly: “Go da mall? Lil bit? Go da mall? Lil bit?” It was my little kid mecca.

The History of Southwest Plaza Mall

Colorado's Southwest Plaza mall opened in November 1986 with 5 anchor stores, 150+ retail stores, and underground and above-ground parking. It was originally designed as an outdoor strip mall, but plans changed in order to better compete in the retail environment it was entering - with shopping centers like Cinderella City, Villa Italia, and Aurora Mall.

1876 Apparel at southwest plaza mall

Makers Market is a collection of Colorado-local businesses on the first floor of Southwest Plaza Mall, and we’ve set up a totally-1876 space inside it! 

With all the new and amazing products we’ll be releasing over the next couple of months, it’ll be your one-stop shop for getting the perfect fall layers (and, of course, your perfect holiday gift shopping destination). Swing by and check out what we’re up to! 

No time to stop by? You can always grab your fall layers and Christmas gifts online.


About 1876 Apparel

THE STATE OF EXPLORATION

From gold rushes to tech rushes, the spirit of Colorado has called out to adventurers and dreamers for generations. 1876 apparel is made for anyone drawn to answer that call. Locally owned and designed, every piece is specifically produced to celebrate our great state and the explorers who love it.

We're Nick, Lauren & Kaylee - a trio of Colorado natives out to do something different, and better. Based out of Littleton, CO since 2013, we launched the modern version of 1876.co just in time for 2017. In 2019 we focused our sights on wholesale expansion, and eventual world domination.

If you want to reach us, here's how:
Need Support?: 1876@smirkwith.us
Interested in wholesale?: wholesale@smirkwith.us

Nick - President: nick@1876.CO
Lauren: lauren@1876.CO
Kaylee: kaylee@1876.CO

Thanks for your support! We rely 100% on our friends to spread the word and keep us exploring!






Also in The Explorer

The 1876 Stocking Stuffer Guide 2021

December 03, 2021

Here at 1876, we can never get enough of the holidays! It’s our goal to help you check off every person on your nice list with gifts that are luxury, stylish, and unexpected. One of the most iconic, yet most overlooked, parts of Christmas gift giving are Christmas Stockings. We put our names on them, hang them in a place of honor, and spend tons of time decorating them - so let’s not forget to fill them! Welcome to the 2021 1876 Guide to Stocking Stuffers, where you can fill these fancy socks with lots of Christmas cheer, holiday love, and intentions for the best New Year. With these small and surprising items, you can bring cheer to your loved ones beyond the gifts wrapped up under the tree.

View full article →

The 1876 Christmas Gift Guide 2021: Part 2

November 24, 2021

What a difference a single year can make. This year, Christmas is bound to be extra joyous and full of cheer with homes filled with loved ones and friends for Holiday celebrations of all kinds. With the chill of winter in the air, we’re looking forward to the lights, the snow, and the sparkling gifts under the tree. With only 24 days until Thanksgiving and 7 weekends left until Christmas, let’s begin the celebrations with gift shopping for all of those who deserve something special under the tree (including you!). Here’s Part of The 1876 Christmas Gift Guide 2021, full of good cheer, premium apparel, Colorado clothing, and high-end, one of a kind items.

View full article →

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Black Friday, Cyber Monday, New Products, and More!

November 22, 2021

When we say that it’s the most wonderful time of year, we mean it. This is the ONLY time of year that we get to go crazy with sales and specials. It’s our way of ushering in the season, and saying thanks for an amazing 365 days. This year, there’s so much to be thankful for, especially with the trials of the last one firmly in the rearview mirror. So, without further ado, we’re thrilled to bring you some much deserved holiday joy in the form of sales, specials, and new products, all wrapped up in our brand new signature 1876 Holiday Wrap: Black Friday is November 26th this year, and we have some goodies in store for you! Small Business Saturday, November 27th, is a great day to support all things local, which you know we’re ALL about. Cyber Monday follows on November 29th, and you know what that means: The return of Mystery Bags! Just in time for the most exciting part of the year, we’ve got brand new products for you: The Timberline Snap, The Estes Hoodie, and 1876 Holiday Wrap.

View full article →