Instead of Rent: December, 2012.

December 5, 2012

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

December 3, 2012


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. 5

November 30, 2012


The fifth and final installment of the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide.

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Howard Yount Lambswool Sweaters

October 18, 2012


Things Scotland is known for: haggis, Ewan McGregor and some of the best damn knitwear in the world. Things Howard Yount is known for: tasteful design, quality products and fair prices. Put ‘em together and what do you get? These seriously awesome Lambswool Sweaters, that’s what. Choose from crews, v-necks and cardigans. Read More »

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Howard Yount Knit Ties

September 24, 2012


It’s true, you can have too much of a good thing. But, exactly how much is too much? These Knit Ties from Howard Yount are made in Italy, come in both silk and wool, measure 2.5″ at their widest and cost a very reasonable $60 – $65 per. So, clearly, a good thing. They’re also available in – no exaggeration – 54 different styles. Read More »

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Howard Yount Belts

July 30, 2012


Feeling like your waist isn’t quite blue-blood looking enough? Check out these belts. They’re made in the USA by Howard Yount. They come in a wide variety of classic prep materials. And they’re waspier than a nickname made from hyphenated monosyllabic nonsense words (Jon-Jon, Dee-Dee, Bam-Bam, you get the idea). Read More »

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The Friday Find: Howard Yount Silk Knit Tie Sale

October 21, 2011

What’s on sale RIGHT NOW.


Turns out it’s a good week for ties. New Point-tips from the Hill-Side on Monday, and now today, a silk knit sale at Howard Yount. There are a dozen styles to choose from, all of which are handmade in Italy from 100% silk, measure measure 2.5″ at their widest, and are currently 15% off. Get stockpiling. Read More »

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