It is our mission to help men dress up so that they can show up for those who matter most. As fathers ourselves, we understand the demands life places on men, especially fathers. One of our deepest desires is to be valued by those we value most. But how do we achieve that?

Obviously, it takes more than just clothes! However, as Jordan Peterson has said, 'Dress like the person you want to be.' The way you present yourself influences both how you feel and how others perceive you. Dressing up can be a powerful way to step into a more responsible, confident, and capable version of yourself.

We've found this to be true in our own lives: when we dress up, we often find the motivation and confidence to show up fully. By dressing up, you're not just changing your appearance—you're equipping yourself to be present with the people who matter most.

Dress Up | Show Up | Man Up

With this philosophy in mind, we developed our flagship product, the H & J Dress Polo. It combines the comfort of your go-to polo with the firm semi-spread collar of your favorite dresss shirt. It's designed to give you a distinguished look with a masculine fit that hugs your arms, is fitted across your chest and shoulders and enough room for a big meal. And we made it with luxurious 100% Pre-shrunk mercerized cotton. This is fabric found in $300 polos.

H & J Apparel was born from a narrative of resilience and hope. Our founder's early years unfolded beneath the shadow of a tyrannical and restrictive regime, where a single-child policy was just one facet of a broader oppressive rule. In this environment, where scarcity was the norm, he witnessed firsthand the struggles of families, including his own, grappling with poverty. His early memories are marked by a poignant moment — his mother's plea to his father: "Don't let the boy starve," a plea that resonated deeply as he navigated a childhood marked by solitude and the challenges of a father battling his own demons with alcohol.

These formative experiences ignited a fire within him, fueling a journey that led to Canada's promise of freedom and opportunity. It was here that the initials H & J took on profound significance, representing the names of his sons, embodying the legacy he aspired to build. H & J Apparel is more than a clothing brand; it's a testament to the irreplaceable role of fathers and father figures in the lives of each girl and boy.

As fathers ourselves, we at H & J understand the immense responsibility and honor that fatherhood entails. Our mission extends beyond fashion; we strive to empower, support, and champion fathers to be the pillars of care, service, protection, provision, and leadership both in the sanctuary of home and the public eye.

H & J stands as a beacon for valuing humble, healthy, heroic and wise fatherhood. We are committed to nurturing a future where faithful fatherhood is celebrated, and its impact is recognized as the cornerstone for the thriving of our children, homes, and communities.

The H & J brand was born out of this vision of empowering classic masculine values. The H & J Dress Polo is the culmination of all our manufacturing skills committed to embody these values, and inspire them in you. So you can step out into the world everyday feeling ready to bring your best to the work you do and the people you love.