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February 16, 2017
That Other Adidas Tennis Shoe: Rod Laver
The Adidas Stan Smith has been the sneaker of the 2010s (evidence: Phoebe Philo wears it on the runway in…
February 9, 2017
Consider A Military Hem
The above photo (subject redacted) represents one of my pet peeves in the no-break-pants age. I don’t mind a short…
February 7, 2017
Esquire’s Evolution: No More Bullfighting
“There’s no cigar smoke wafting through the pages,and the obligatory three B’s are gone, too — brown liquor, boxing…
February 3, 2017
It’s On Sale: Winter And Summer Gear At End
End Clothing has marked down some of their sale merchandise further. Their sale section includes deeper (over 50%) discounts on…
February 1, 2017
To Beret, Or Not To Beret
I’m not as risk averse with hats as I once was–for years a ball cap or watch cap-only guy, I…
January 26, 2017
David Byrne
Of course the people who complain about wearing a uniform the most are often the ones whose uniform of choice…
Making Sense Of David Byrne’s Big Suit
The Tom Brady and Sean Spicer images going around this weekend made me think of a truly iconic costume: David…
January 18, 2017
Style At Home
I know; I know. Who gives a shit what you wear around the house? I try to, although I have…
January 5, 2017
Status: No Symbols
The Wall Street Journal spotlights consumers who go to significant efforts to de-logo-fy their clothing. A branding backlash has some…
January 2, 2017
RIP This Haircut, 2010-2016
I haven’t liked any of my hair styles more than I liked the one I’ve been getting for the last…
December 22, 2016
What’re The Most Under-Appreciated Vintage Items?
You could argue that vintage clothing was overshopped and overdone a decade ago, that the well of thrift shops and…
December 16, 2016
Rick Owens In Vestoj Business Of Fashion
When I see people changing styles all the time, it makes me wonder: don’t you know who you are? Rick…
December 8, 2016
Q And Answer: Non-Ironic Holiday Sweaters?
Kickassery asks: Any recommendations on where to find a non-ironic holiday sweater? Something more along the lines of a festive…
It’s On Sale: Barneys
I feel like it’s barely cold out on the east coast yet winter sale season has definitely arrived. Barneys just…
December 1, 2016
The Madison Avenue Look (ca. 1953)
“You will be seeking a new look, the Madison Avenue Look, which is essentially dun-colored and round-shouldered. Selecting jackets with…