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Trade in Your Scarves for Wool Ties This Winter

Trade in Your Scarves for Wool Ties This Winter

The weather is starting to turn colder, which means the sweaters, jackets, and scarves are coming out of storage. However, think twice before you unload all your scarves from the dusty box in the attic, there might be a better option out there for you: wool ties. Sure, scarves serve a purpose that ties don’t...
Chukkas: Boots for Non-boot People

Chukkas: Boots for Non-boot People

People either love chukkas or they hate them. Generally, chukkas are a type of low-top boots–sort of a cross between a casual sneaker and a more formal leather shoe. They are a sort of boot for non-boot people, because they have that over the ankle shape, but they won’t hit you mid-calf. Chukkas come in...
Fall Favorites: Sweaters

Fall Favorites: Sweaters

Break out the sweaters, fall is here and the temperature dropped to the 50’s almost immediately (well, it did here, anyways). Whether you’re looking for some solid-colored classics or some patterned sweaters, some of my favorite clothiers out there are running some excellent early-season sales on fall sweaters. Below are just a few suggestions if you’re...
Bonobos Political Pants

Bonobos Political Pants

Can we just take a minute to recognize how awesome these pants are? Seriously. We’re in the middle of the political silly season, and Bonobos drops some Democrat (shown above) and Republican pants on us. Bonobos is known for their chinos, and this is certainly no exception. The pants are lined with stars and they are...
Fall Favorites: Plaid

Fall Favorites: Plaid

It’s not too early to get excited about fall, right? Plaid shirts are perfect for fall weather, as they are usually poplin or flannel material. A good rule is to stick with no more than 3 or 4 colors in a plaid shirt. Otherwise, things start getting ridiculous and you won’t be able to match...
Shoe Saturday: Nice at Nordstrom

Shoe Saturday: Nice at Nordstrom

Every now and then, you have those special occasions where you need to dress up your look and some tennis shoes or brogues just won’t fly. For these occasions, you need some “nice” shoes. Everyone has a pair–those shoes you only wear for the most important of occasions: graduations, job interviews, weddings, etc. I say “a”...
Summer Standbys: The Blazer

Summer Standbys: The Blazer

Despite the heat of summer days, there are times when you need (or want) to wear a blazer. That doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll turn into a bucket of sweat, provided you have the proper blazer for summer. Stick with fabrics that can breathe–like cotton, seersucker, or linen–and max out at a couple buttons (no three-piece...
Shoe Saturday: Stacy Adams Brogues

Shoe Saturday: Stacy Adams Brogues

To borrow from the highly quotable George Hahn, I’ve noticed an increasing sneakerization among men (and all people, generally) to the point where anyone wearing non-sneaker shoes in casual situations are deemed “dressed up.” This needs to change. The absolute best alternative to the sneaker in casual situations (I don’t suggest wearing them while running...
George Hahn and the Endangered Sense of Occasion

George Hahn and the Endangered Sense of Occasion

George Hahn is the Anthony Bourdain meets Jeff Goldblum of men’s dress and lifestyle. His dry wit and brunt straightforwardness creates an unparalleled social commentary tour de force about everything from the waning of classic manliness to the ubiquitous pseudo-athlete plaguing the American public. Truly intrigued by his call to action in “The Endangered Sense of Occasion”...
Spring Staples: The Short

Spring Staples: The Short

Shorts should only be worn in super-casual situations, and if you’re going to do it, do it right. Sticking with a few cardinal rules will get you far in the short world: no pleats, no plaid, and no cargo side pockets. Stray from these rules only with the utmost care and awareness.   Gap 1969...
Spring Staples: The Light Shirt

Spring Staples: The Light Shirt

  Bonobos All-American J.Crew Hollenback Indochino Chambray Land’s End Henley This mint green standard fit shirt is great for its universality and soft color that will match anything. Although pricey, this henley is a great way to ditch the overused boring old t-shirt. This custom-fit shirt is sure to get a lot of use throughout...