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Steven Alan Monroe Sunglasses

May 13, 2013

Turns out Brooklyn isn’t only good for providing fodder for painfully out of date New York Times articles. It also makes some seriously great sunglasses. These Monroe Sunglasses from Steven Alan are handmade in the Borough of Trees (yup, that’s actually Bklyn’s nickname) out of plant-based cellulose acetate from Italy. Read More »

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Instead of Rent: May, 2013

May 1, 2013

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

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Instead of Rent: April, 2013

April 3, 2013

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

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Instead of Rent: March, 2013

March 6, 2013

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Post Riposte: Sunglasses

February 27, 2013

Reader Vince recently wrote:

Dude! Sunglasses? Preferably US-made and under $200 (under $100 would be even better).

Dude! Made in USA sunglasses for under $200 right this way…

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Instead of Rent: January, 2013

January 9, 2013

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

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Seven Questions: Inland Clothing

October 24, 2012

Let’s face it, buying American rarely means buying affordable. Due to our country’s (very necessary) laws and regulations regarding compensation, factory conditions, environmental impact, etc., producing goods here costs more, which means the products do too. Add to that the expense of quality materials and fabrications, and prices can go from high to downright prohibitive. However, there are still bargains out there. Durable items that are made in America by workers paid an equitable wage, but don’t require a bank loan to buy. And now, thanks to the newly launched e-tailer Inland Clothing, those items have never been easier to find.

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Introducing: NorthernGRADE Chicago

October 10, 2012

For as long as there’s been a NorthernGRADE, I’ve been a fan of it. Launched back in 2010 by Pierrepont Hicks and J.W. Hulme, the Minnesota-based event has grown from an intimate gathering of American-made-o-philes to a full-on menswear mecca. And now, it’s coming to Chicago. I’ve had the great privilege and pleasure of working directly with PPH to co-produce the Chicago premiere of the pop-up, and if I do say so myself, it’s shaping up to be quite an event.

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Instead of Rent: October, 2012

October 3, 2012

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

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Instead of Rent: August, 2012

August 8, 2012

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Kala Eyewear

July 31, 2012

Taking inspiration from an array of eras past, Kala Eyewear offers a wide selection of classically styled eyeglasses, all of which are painstakingly handcrafted in California out of high quality Italian acetate. Despite their impressive make-up, however, each of the brand’s frames is priced at, or around, $200, making them vastly more affordable than most comparable designer options. Read More »

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Instead of Rent: July, 2012

July 11, 2012

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

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Super People Sunglasses

June 12, 2012

When it comes to sunglasses, there seems to be two prevailing schools of thought. One: buy cheap, ’cause they’ll only get lost or broken anyway. Two: buy quality, and don’t let ‘em get lost or broken. The People Sunglasses from Super are for those who subscribe to the latter. They’re handmade in Italy. Read More »

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Instead of Rent: June, 2012

June 6, 2012

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

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Instead of Rent: May, 2012

May 2, 2012

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Instead of Rent: April, 2012

April 4, 2012

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Super Paloma Sunglasses

March 19, 2012

Behold: a sub-$150 pair of Italian-made sunglasses. The brand’s called Super. The style is called the Paloma. They’re made in Italy from high quality acetate and premium Zeiss lenses. And they clock in at just around $135 per. Oh, and they look effing fantastic. Read More »

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Instead of Rent: March, 2012

March 7, 2012

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

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