I’m an admirer of all things Gant Rugger but of all the fine garments they produce, nothing tops what Christopher Bastin does with madras. Get on it at Mr. Porter. - DJS
It’s true that you can get utilitarian accessories just about anywhere but it’s rare that those items will reflect a minimal or waggish aesthetic. Izola’s goods do just that in rema...
Alden for J.Crew continues to impress as these limited edition navy suede joints are certainly a thing of beauty. While I wasn’t a huge fan of Alden + J.Crew’s last effort of the chukka b...
Summer brings sweat and until Old Spice invents a neck and face antiperspirant, man will have to stick to the traditional way for keeping his neck and brow from pouring: the handkerchief. Keep it fol...
Sundek’s boardshort are the epitome of swimwear. Embraced by the west coast surfing culture of the 60′s, Sundek’s colorful yet minimalistic take on the swim short revolutionized the...
Epaulet’s lightweight and colorful chinos are perfect for the guy who is looking to upgrade his pant game. Ranging from 7 to 12 oz, you’ll find their vibrant 7 oz variety the perfect ligh...
Not everyone is a tie kind of guy. And while I could make a sensible and lengthy argument why everyone should be a tie wearing man, I’ll save that for another day. What I will pontificate is th...
I’ve never owned any APC footwear, so I can’t attest to their quality or durability but I can wholeheartedly say that these blue canard calfskin suede loafers get an A+ on the eye test. T...
What have we learned from Mr. Grant? Don’t fear the natural waist trouser, a quality hat transforms a man into a gentleman, make sure all your shorts hit above your knee, the side part haircut ...
Love your Nike Free’s but miss wearing boat shoes? Waiting on Nike to create a Free 3.0 v4 iD penny loafer? Problem solved with these rubber and mesh loafers from Swims. Get on ‘em at Mr....
As most menswear enthusiasts, I bend the knee for well constructed jackets that cost as much as my monthly mortgage. That being said, few folks can spare that kind of coin for a blazer. So unless you...
It’s time to take inventory of your swimwear, as mid-May brings the hope of pool and beach weather and the plans of a summer vacation back into the picture. Regardless of what your zip code is,...
The custom dress shirt is often considered an opulent option for most men so we continue to pick between S, M, L, XL or settle for neck and arm measurements for our shirting. And while these methods ...
Not everyone has the coin to drop on a Rolex or the desire to spend $5G’s on a watch. And while there are a wealth of options for quality Swiss made watches under that amount, plenty of men jus...
Shorts are back in play and none are more playful than the Sid Mashburn Day-Glo variety. Casual and vibrant, you’ll radiate a leisurely cool that will set the blueprint for all of your warm wea...
It’s always good to remember that dressing well is not all about big-ticket items, as affordable accessories can make just as much of a statement as costly goods. The NATO strap is one of the e...
The “Milkshake” might not be as practical as other versions of the Indy but I’d be hard pressed to find a more beautiful boot under a grand. And while most of us are shifting our at...
As you descend past a man’s head to his feet, you should also be more discreet with skin disclosure. In other words, showing your arms with a short sleeve shirt is acceptable in most circumstan...
Like most menswear enthusiasts, I enjoy reading blogs. I routinely wonder what my blogger friends would think about a certain piece from a collection or what their point of view is on a new brand tha...
I’ve been in the hunt for a distinct Cordovan watch strap for some time now but often find the many Cordovan NATO straps currently available are far too bulky for my vintage Omega Seamaster. An...
Truth be told, I prefer raw denim so I’m able to make every crease and fold my own. Granted, it takes plenty of patience to truly break in a pair of raw jeans but for me the transformation proc...
Maybe it’s the appeal of the mismatching pockets or the compelling contrast stitching but I’m all in on the Post O’Alls Engineers Shirt. I have a friend who swears by Post Overalls ...
Blue. Suede. Shoes. Plain toe blucher (dover pattern), plantation crepe outsole, regular all-around welt and matched eyelets on the Barrie last and created uniquely for Unionmade. - DJS
With spring in full swing it’s time to break out the suede bucks and I can’t think of a better brand to sport than Walk-Over. While they look crisp and clean in the images above, theyR...
What have we learned from Dino? Dance with your date, drink with your friends and smoke ‘em if you got ‘em. - DJS
If you’ve not already seen the Bill Cunningham New York documentary put it on your short list. Words of wisdom include sage counsel such as, ”Money’s the cheapest thing. Liberty, fr...
“If you try to be everyone’s tie maker, you’ll never be anyone’s tie maker.” - DJS
Truth be told, I’m not typically a hat guy. This day and age the hat may be the most difficult item to wear well in the wide world of menswear. Images of Indiana Jones and Ernest Hemingway run ...
This McNairy Fuck Off Pocket Square might not be for the office (depending on your place of business) but for a cool $18 you can now have the cool curse phrase all your favorite bloggers use sticking...
Da Luca has a damn good thing going when it comes to watch straps and unique yet appealing leather accessories. Traditional watch straps coming in varying hues of brown, blue and grey are only scratc...
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