Inspiration is Where You Find It: Alton Brown

By Jake Gallagher


Not only is he a walking, talking encyclopedia of all things food, Alton Brown is also one of the best dressed “real people” on television. From his elbow patched tweed blazers, to his window paned linen suits, to his blue oxfords, to his signature bow ties, the Food Network star rarely appears in front of the camera looking anything less than his best. What particularly makes Brown a neo-icon in my eyes, is that he has an enviable grasp of his own style. After his very public choice to lose weight a couple years back, Brown really pegged down what he likes and what fits, and he’s stuck to it ever since. Read More »

Instead of Rent: March, 2012

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

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The Friday Find: Common Projects Sale at Unis

What’s on sale RIGHT NOW.


There’s something almost cult-like about Common Projects owners. The few I’ve met swear (and usually without any prompting) that they are the greatest sneakers ever made. Well, now that they’re 30% off at Unis, I guess it’s a good time to put those claims to the test. Four styles are available, all of which are meticulously handcrafted in Italy from top quality materials. Not surprisingly, sizing is spotty (and getting spottier by the second), so if you feel like joining the brotherhood, carpe that diem and get clicking. Read More »