Instead of Rent: April, 2013

The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.

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Good Giving: 50 Under $50


Welcome to the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Like the 40 Under $40 guide from last year, and the 25 Under $25 guide from the year before that, the following is a collection of goods that are not only affordable and US / first-world made, but also offer some utility, and will last. Hopefully it’ll help you cross a few people off your shopping list. Here’s to a healthy and sane holiday season.

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Good Giving: 50 Under $50, Pt. 1


Welcome to the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Like the 40 Under $40 guide from last year, and the 25 Under $25 guide from the year before that, the following is a collection of goods that are not only affordable and US / first-world made, but also offer some utility, and will last. I’ll be posting 10 products a day for the next five days, so keep checking back. Here’s to a healthy and sane holiday season. Read More »

N’East Illustrated, Vol. 3


It’s that time again. The endlessly talented Christine Mitchell of N’East Style is back with another collection of #menswear illustrations, and once again, she’s knocked it out of the park. Check ‘em out after the jump. And for those who missed the first two installments, you can see them here. Thanks Christine! Read More »

a tail we could wag Leather Tip Belts


Four things to know about the Leather Tip Belts from a tail we could wag. 1) They’re made in the USA out of domestically-sourced leather and handwoven fabrics from Guatemala. 2) The Mayan artisans who make the fabrics are treated fairly and paid an equitable wage. 3) Each belt comes with a natural cotton web backing and solid brass buckle, ensuring years of use. Read More »