Owner John’s love of clothes and frustration with where a guy could find unique wardrobe choices led him to opening Oslo’s in December 2005. John grew up in New York, worked at Saks Fifth Avenue and Brooks Brothers, before becoming a Hospital Administrator which brought him to Seattle. Over a beer, he decided to open a Men’s Store. John's philosophy: Good basics never go out of fashion, start there and then get fancy. Clothes need to be comfortable and enjoyed. Service makes the difference. "I wanted a place that was masculine, comfortable, easy to shop, a place where I could bring my dog-Oslo-to work, and where women would finally have to wait while their guys tried on clothes." - John A. McDowell Jr.