Well, welcome everyone to the latest entry into the market of men’s subscription boxes: Guapbox, from Ties.com. It’s $35 a month, and it is marketed as an accessory box, so it is in the same realm as Gentleman’s Box or SprezzaBox, as opposed to Bespoke Post or GQ’s new box which are more “lifestyle” boxes...
Read moreYou Need A Beater Boot Like This One From Nordstrom
For many people, winter is thankfully coming to a close. Still, a good pair of boots can be worn three seasons out of the year (just about). Plus, the end of the colder season is one of the best times to buy winter gear like boots. You’ll get some great deals...
Read moreWolf & Shepherd: The “World’s Most Comfortable Italian Leather Dress Shoe” In Review
Wolf & Shepherd is a new online shoemaker that promises to deliver “Italian leather dress shoes that are as comfortable as a sneaker.” These days, there are a whole bunch of online shoe companies now, each with their own unique twist or selling point. For Wolf & Shepherd, it’s all about comfort...
Read moreThe Search for the Best Affordable 100% Cashmere Sweater
It’s no secret we’re fans of 100% cashmere around here. What guy isn’t, really? At its best, cashmere is super comfortable, super warm, and luxury you can wear and feel all day long. And, if you know where to look, it’s actually a lot more affordable than you might think...
Read moreWinter Boot Pick: Don’t Forget About UGG
Although the winter is coming to a close soon, we are still experiencing some boot-worthy weather. Now, I’m sure you already have a pair of trustworthy boots that you have been wearing this winter, but, like many clothing items, it’s often smart to look for a bargain purchase at the end of a season so that you have a quality item for next year...
Read moreThe Best Affordable Cashmere Scarf Roundup
Yes, it’s usually pricey. Maybe even a bit of a splurge. But, it’s luxurious, is super comfortable, keeps you very warm, and every guy should have some 100% cashmere in his life. (Cashmere blends are nice, but it’s usually just a few percent cashmere mixed in with cotton/wool/linen etc., and that is just not at all the same.)...
Read moreIn Review: The Tie Bar’s Trim Fit Dress Shirts
Every guy’s favorite inexpensive tie company, The Tie Bar, started offering shirts a while back. It’s time for a full, in-depth review of these shirts so we can figure out if they are worth your money...
Read moreThe Washable, Stretchable Suit: Bluffworks' Gramercy Blazer and Pants In Review
As is well known, these days the latest trend in menswear is “activewear” or “tech-wear.” This basically means that more and more companies are making garments that have stretch, are water or wrinkle resistant, are more breathable, and so on...
Read moreFirst Look & Review of GQ’s ‘Best Stuff Box’
If you are a frequent reader of this site, you are no doubt aware that men’s subscription boxes are all the rage these days. And we have spent quite a bit of time trying to separate the good from the bad in that area. Now, GQ seems to want to get in on all the action with their own subscription box called their “Best Stuff Box.”...
Read moreReview: The New J Crew Neck-Size Dress Shirts
J Crew is, of course, a go-to store for many guys when it comes to both casual and dress shirts. For years, though, J Crew has only offered their dress shirts in S/M/L sizing. All “real” shirting companies offer their dress shirts in more exact neck and sleeve measurements, allowing for a more precise, exact, and better fit...
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