Posted by:
Jay on Nov 13, 2009
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Editors' Picks
Working-class American staple since the early 1900s and iconic since James Dean made it cool in the ’50s, the denim jacket is pure, rugged man-style. We’re digging the Cotton Canvas Rancher’s Jacket by Orvis ($179) as a departure from the ubiquitous blue denim jackets that can be a little tough to wear with jeans. Be [...]
Posted by:
Grace on Sep 29, 2009
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Editors' Picks
We love ourselves a good pair of Chuck Taylors, but sometimes they can be just a little too safe, to say nothing of everyone and their mother having a pair. To break away from the herd, here are some options to consider that are not only stylish and rooted in the [...]
Posted by:
Jay on Sep 28, 2009
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Spotlight
We’re typically not inclined to give much credence to a brand that has only been around since 1996, but here’s proof that the right design philosophy and some serious craftsmanship can make up for a lot of lost decades. We swooned when we read the Jack Spade Inspiration page:
“The products these companies manufacture have style because the designs have a reason for being… We want to return to this approach, once again offering men items that represent both honest, thoughtful design and practical purpose.”
Posted by:
Jay on Aug 13, 2009
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Casual,
Easy Style Points
The problem with 99% of running shoes is that they are so blinged out with technology and space foam and glo-sticks and nano-fibers that they might as well be from the future. As timeless looks tend to be a little more stylish, shoes from 2016 don’t quite fit the bill. A good rule of thumb, I think, is that if you could actually use a shoe for some kind of athletic training or competition, it is probably best left to the track or gym. Instead, try one of the following upgrades: