Editors’ Pick: Orivs Canvas Rancher’s Jacket

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 [...]

Editors’ Picks: Sneaks

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 [...]

Designer Spotlight: Jack Spade

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.”

Easy Style Points: Casual Shoes

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: