Belgian Shoes are legendary. They are also some of the most absurd shoes money can buy. If you can swing it, you should definitely get a pair. Let me elaborate…
Read moreTodd Snyder's Patchwork Madras
Nothing said summer like madras, and nothing says madras like patchwork madras. Does that make sense? Don’t think about it too hard…
Read moreThe Baracuta G9 Jacket: Perfect For Summer Rain
It’s a classic for a reason, it turns out. The Baracuta G9 jacket is the latest addition to my outerwear collection. It was purchased after a combination of (1) wanting one for a while (2) realizing I had no decent summer casual inclement weather protective garment…
Read moreNatalino In Review
I am not sure exactly when Natalino came onto the scene, but I was intrigued from the very start. They make great, Italian-inspired menswear at quite affordable prices (both in general, and certainly for what you are getting). Their product offerings spans sweaters, trousers, and shirts, to full suits and sportcoats. I, of course, had to give them a try for myself…
Read moreTPL Picks: Abercrombie Linen Blend Pants
I can’t recall exactly when or why it started, but I have been on the hunt for a pair of jogger-style, cream/off-white linen pants for a while now. To my mind, they make a truly perfect summer trouser, easily paired with a tee, polo, knitwear, or perhaps even more dressy options up top. If the pants had a bit of stretch woven in, that was a bonus…
Read moreThe Perfect Lounging Shorts
No, it’s not at all warm enough yet to wear shorts, but such weather is rapidly arriving. And there is no time like the present to start getting prepared! First, a brief step back for a moment.
Read moreEverlane Denim
Guys can certainly be quite particular about their denim. Personally, this is not a world I have ever gone too deep into (though I can’t say I don’t see the appeal…), but I do appreciate a solidly made, well-fitting pair of jeans as much as the next guy.
Read moreMy New Favorite Brand: Cavour
It’s not every day you find a new brand you previously had never heard about, but instantly rockets to the top of your personal list of favorites. Cavour, though, is just that sort of brand…
Read moreSpier & Mackay's Awesome Flight Jackets
Spier & Mackay has been making some of the coolest, nicest outerwear for a few years running now. And, as usual, it’s quite affordable too. This year they made some bomber jackets out of gorgeous tweeds, and, being a sucker for houndstooth, I had to grab myself one…
Read moreReview: Alan David Custom Suits
As you probably know, when it comes to “custom” suits people are referring to one of two things. Made To Measure — which is when an existing pattern for a suit is altered to your body. Or bespoke, which is a purely custom pattern, constructed on your body, across multiple fittings, just for you…
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