Briefcases and satchels do the trick just fine, but sometimes two shoulder straps are the best way to move your daily stuff through the world. Anyone who decided backpacks were an ‘immature’ fashion choice has become sorely mistaken—some of the most respected designers are putting out takes on the semester abroad essential, and some of […]
It’s practically a fashion axiom: The little black dress is supposed to be one of the core items in your closet. These days, however, many women are more likely to ditch the dress and slide on their skinny black jeans instead. The pairs made by LA denim magnates J Brand? Especially coveted. Some may say […]
Most of the time, sporting event ‘dress codes’ involve team colors and face paint. Don’t get us wrong, we love a good tailgate as much as the next fan. It’s just that the Kentucky Derby is a special weekend for us because it combines spectator sports and sartorial flexing. Whether you’re down in KY or […]
Eton’s shirts are, quite simply, some of the finest in the world. The company combines nearly a century of craftsmanship with modern technology to create shirts that are an essential part of any well-dressed man’s wardrobe. Our favorite part about Eton shirts? The closer you get, the cooler they are—their exceptional quality is all in […]
Ever taken a close look at the buttons that adorn your clothes? These days, most are made of plastic, but some high-end shirtmakers still use mother of pearl buttons, which give off beautiful iridescent shine and offer more depth of color than their plastic counterparts. In the late 19th century, a large percentage of mother […]
Wearing a new spring dress or colorful new shirt and tie at Easter is a tradition that many of us can trace to our childhoods. But why exactly did Mom insist on the shiny new shoes and fancy new clothes? The history of wearing new clothes on Easter Sunday can be traced to ancient times […]
Seven seconds. According to researchers, that’s the amount of time you have to make a good first impression. So what are women looking at when they are sizing you up in those seven seconds? How your clothes fit you. Ill-fitting clothing is a major turn off, say ladies. Make sure your suit is tailored and […]
We always keep our promises. Hence, here is the list of our favorite Jersey Shore things to do, part 2. Whether you’re looking for a great beach, good eats or just fun, there’s something for everyone. Are your favorites on the list? Pizza. Who’s got the Shore’s best? We could argue for years. But surely […]
The Negroni is having a moment. The classic Italian aperitif, made with equal parts Campari, sweet vermouth and gin, is served over ice with an orange peel for garnish. Two things have occurred in the past decade to fuel the growth of the Negroni and other classic cocktails, according to Dave Karraker, vice president of […]
When it comes to great suits, several components need to be combined to create it. From construction to fit to fabric, brands like Samuelsohn leave no detail overlooked on their quest to bring you a superior product. First, the company’s designers scour the globe to find the best fabrics—from the specialty tweeds of Scotland to […]
