While dress shoes are often the more complicated kind of footwear, it is important to be educated on various kinds of everyday footwear in order to not only look your best but walk comfortably and without injury. The shoes that we wear every day can have a major impact on feet, meaning it is imperative to not only have your...
When it comes to winter weather gear, not all apparel is created equal. And although there are tons of name-brands out there that produce good quality gear, there are two that truly stand above the rest: Lands’ End and L.L.Bean, both of which have been around for decades upon decades. While the two companies seem pretty interchangeable, there are actually...
There is no denying that trying to navigate men’s pant sizes can be quite the hassle. From the various numbers to the different kinds of measurements, finding trousers that fit is often not nearly as easy as buying a shirt that comes in either a small, medium, large, or x-large. This is partially due to the fact that while pants...
The Ralph Lauren name is an iconic American fashion company made up of 17 fashion brands and four lifestyle brands with 493 stores across 30 countries as well as an online component. Over the years, labels have come and gone but they live on in our hearts (and on eBay) so keep reading to learn about two of his most...
Do you even skate, bro? If you don’t, it’s still totally acceptable to dress the part - skater fashion is comfortable and pretty easy to pull off. If you are a legit skater, your footwear will be the most important aspect of your outfit, with respect to support and feel. But, if being a poser is more up your alley...
The Ray-Ban brand has become synonymous with cool, casual, badassery the world over. Whether you choose to rock a classic style or one of the trendier versions, chances are you own or have owned at least one pair of Wayfarer or Aviator sunglasses in your life. The Wayfarer frame has remained popular for decades for its style and universal wearability....
Slacks and chinos are two very common trousers that are often worn for different occasions and settings. Being that the formality of each pant is rather different, it is imperative to know the difference between the two. From the material to the detailed stitching, some of the distinctions between slacks and chinos are incredibly obvious, while others are rather subtle....
Shopping for suits can be an extremely tricky and overwhelming experience, and there are a ton of things to consider when you’re looking for the right suit for the right occasion. Whether you’re looking for an everyday suit that you can wear to any formal event or occasion that pops up last minute or are building your suit collection a...
It’s finally Spooky Season, which means the weather is cooling down, the days are getting shorter, and most importantly, it’s time to update your fall/winter jacket collection. And while there are tons of different styles and designs of jackets on the market - all of which have different functions - field jackets are a must-have in every man’s wardrobe for...
In keeping with our history lessons of some of America’s most prominent clothing and accessories companies, next up on the lesson plan is Banana Republic and J.Crew. Both known for their mid-priced classic and preppy Americana style, these two companies have undergone some significant intercompany changes over the last few decades and have experienced dramatic highs and lows. After a...
