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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.

I wanted to cover the new Knottery hats, which are made in the US out of various Japanese cottons and chambrays. But, Brad wanted me to write about The Knottery’s new pocket squares, which are handmade in Brooklyn and only cost $18 a pop. So, since we couldn’t agree, I’ve decided to cover the whole damn collection, which also includes super affordable, US-made belts and ties. Read More »

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Noah’s Crew African Pocket Squares

March 27, 2013

By Nick Grant

Looking at these African Pocket Squares from Noah’s Crew, I’m reminded of the “mama-say mama-sa mama-coosa” part of Michael Jackson’s Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’. Hand made out of vibrant, water-resistant waxed cotton fabrics, the squares are a real Thriller, regardless of whether you’re Black or White. Read More »

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The Hill-Side SS13 Collection

March 25, 2013

In case you missed the announcement, The Hill-Side dropped their SS13 collection last week. So, once again, here’s a selection of pieces from the new range paired with .GIFS that express how I feel about them. Read More »

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The Friday Find: Unionmade Fall Forty Sale

January 18, 2013

What’s on sale RIGHT NOW.

I don’t want to oversell it, but the Fall Forty Sale currently underway at Unionmade might just be the greatest sale of all time. Countless brands (Gitman Vintage, New England Shirt Co., Post O’Alls, Filson, SNS Herning, Howlin’ by Morrison, Unis, The Hill-Side, Quoddy – just to name a few). Hundreds of products. And all of them 40% off. Read More »

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Pomp & Ceremony Pocket Squares

January 10, 2013

If you’re like me, then you like your pocket squares like you like your pizza: cheap and saucy. Not my best, but moving right along. These Pocket Squares from Pomp & Ceremony are handmade in Canada, come in a bevy of classic Liberty of London floral prints and only cost $24 apiece. Read More »

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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. 3

November 28, 2012

Part three of the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Enjoy!

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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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Goods for Life Wool Pocket Squares

October 8, 2012

Looking to boost your man-bulge? By which, of course, I mean the chest pocket bump on your blazer – what did you think I was referring to? These Wool Pocket Squares are handmade in Massachusetts by Goods for Life. They come in a bevy of medium-weight plaids, tweeds, herringbones and solids. And they’re only $20 a pop. Read More »

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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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The Hill-Side FW12 Collection

October 1, 2012

And now, a selection of pieces from the just-released Hill-Side FW12 collection paired with GIFs that express how I feel about them. Read More »

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Fischer Pocket Squares

August 9, 2012

By Nick Grant

The kind of pocket square you wear can say a lot about you. For instance, the Fischer Pocket Squares for Need Supply say “I’m here and I’m ready to party. Hard.” Made in the USA, and coming in three insanely eye-catching ikat patterns, as well as a dobby print, these squares offer something cool, and with an even cooler $20 price tag. Read More »

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BreadandRoses Pocket Sqaures

August 2, 2012

These days it seems like there are more pocket square brands than people who actually wear pocket squares. So, what sets Ohio’s BreadandRoses apart? Firstly, all of the co.’s fabrics are between 20 and 100 years old, coming straight from the designer’s personal collection. Second, each pocket square is meticulously crafted, one at a time by hand. Read More »

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Hickoree’s Summer Sale

July 9, 2012

I was going to make Hickoree’s Summer Sale this week’s Friday Find, but then I realized there wouldn’t be anything left by then, so you’re getting the heads-up today. Don’t say I never did anything for ya. Tons of brands, plenty of sizes, and markdowns as high as 70%. Looks like the weekend’s come early. Read More »

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Indigo & Cotton Summer Sale

July 3, 2012

Kicking off the second day of our Fourth of July sale round-up is the massive Summer Sale happening at the South Carolina boutique Indigo & Cotton. Tons of great brands are included, like Gitman Vintage, Jed & Marne, Sierra Designs, The Hill-Side and Quoddy, and markdowns range from 25% – 50% off. Read More »

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Michael James Milton Pocket Squares

April 17, 2012

Crazy affordable pocket squares anyone? The brand’s called Michael James Milton. The squares are handmade in San Francisco from an assortment of quality fabrics (most of which are from Japan). They come in a wide range of patterns (solids too). And the prices range from $15 – $39 per. Read More »

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