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August 20, 2015
Q & Answer: Bringing The Right Shoes For A Trip
Terry asks: Do you have any recommendations for travel shoes? I’d like to find something that’s dressy enough to wear…
July 23, 2015
From Trash To Treasure: Seventeen Years Of Thrifting
For most people, thrifting is a hobby – something to do on lazy afternoon, and hopefully, a way to score…
July 20, 2015
How To Raise A Shine On Shell Cordovan
Want to know a dirty secret? Shell cordovan – that durable and robust leather known for its luster – doesn’t…
July 16, 2015
War Craft: Jewelry Made From Vietnam Era Bombs
I’ve been looking for a new necklace for a while now. My friend Kyle has one with a silver twig…
June 25, 2015
Strong Value In European Shoes
With the strong US dollar, there’s never been a better time to buy abroad – especially for bigger ticket items…
June 11, 2015
How To Shop For A Knit Tie
For the kind of guy who likes a little imperfection in his clothes, there’s no better neckwear than a knit…
June 1, 2015
What’s In A Shoe?
Given what shoes cost nowadays, it’s important to know whether you’re getting something of quality. Most of our readers will…
May 28, 2015
Thrifting From Home
Rummaging through thrift racks can not only be a great way to score deals, it can also be a way…
April 23, 2015
Q & Answer: How To Wear Seersucker
David asks: I really want to wear a seersucker suit this spring, but I’m not sure how to pull it…
April 2, 2015
Reading Formality In Tailored Clothing
Let’s get something straight: wearing a suit or sport coat in 2015 is going to make you look dressed up….
March 18, 2015
Great Menswear Shops In Europe And Canada
After our post on import duties last week, a few readers asked if we could recommend some international shops. The…
March 6, 2015
Q & Answer: Where Do I Find Wide Shoes?
Jason asks: I have wide feet. Flipper wide. My comfortable shoe size varies between makers, but my most comfortable dressy shoes…
March 5, 2015
Q & Answer: How To Clean Suede Shoes
Eric writes: I have an oil stain on some suede oxfords. Happened when I accidentally dropped some food on them….
March 2, 2015
How To Get Rid Of Pilling
Nothing makes a sweater look worse than pilling, and the bad news is: no matter the fiber composition or the…
February 16, 2015
Dealing With Salt Stains
The end of winter can be a real nightmare for leather shoes. When the snow is half-melted and slushy, it’s…