Style & Grooming

Levi's Expands Their Stylish Commuter Collection

Style Email Print More Credit: Courtesy of Levi's There are those cyclists who won't throw their leg over a saddle in anything but head-to-toe spandex. Great for race day or Sunday morning laps in the park, but not necessarily the most style-conscious option for a ride to work, the store, a date, or just down the river. So it's no secret why we're fans of Levi's handsome, cycling-savvy commuter collection. When it first debuted in 2011, it started a trend of sleek and comfortable technical gear with reflective detailing that both menswear and bike-specific brands quickly followed. RELATED: Sweat-Free Commuter…

How to Dress Like TV's Baddest Bikers

Following Kurt Sutter's recent comments about a possible Sons Of Anarchy prequel, and resulting Internet excitement, it seems that the demand for motorcycle culture on our TV screens has not waned since the series ended in December. There were many things that the FX series taught us: Charlie Hunnam's ability to be a leading man, even motorcycle gang members have mothers, and how good bike gear can look when done the right way. RELATED: Riding High With Charlie Hunnam To create an authentic aesthetic, costume designer Kelli Jones, who recently worked on Straight Outta Compton, researched some of the most…

The Brands Bringing Menswear Manufacturing Back to America

Credit: Photos Courtesy of Buck Mason The words "Made in America" mean different things to different people. For some, it's a political statement, a way of aligning themselves with long-standing ideals of domestic manufacturing and sourcing. For others, it's an aesthetic, harkening back to the sturdy look and feel of classic Americana. But for some, it's something else entirely: a matter of necessity. A new group of menswear designers are making their wares in the good ol' U.S. of A. not because of their philosophical stance on provenance, or a devotion to the urban lumberjack look (something many actively avoid),…

A Buyer's Guide to Selvedge Jeans

Credit: Photograph by Ben Alsop Buying jeans used to be simple — know your waist, length, and whether you wanted them to fit over your cowboy boots. But in recent years, selvedge denim, a higher quality and more durable fabric, has escaped the confines of specialty stores (and their $500 price tags) and is now available everywhere — even Gap sells a $100 pair. Which is great. They're stronger, break in to a perfect fit, and have those deep, natural fades. But navigating the options can be overwhelming: selecting the cut, finding your fit with the initially stiffer fabric, and…

The Evolution of Air Jordan

Filled with priceless Egyptian antiques, paintings by some of history's most important painters, from Claude Monet's renderings of Europe in oil to Mark Rothko's earlier work, and all housed in a massive Beaux-Arts landmark, the Brooklyn Museum's collection stretches from ancient to modern. And now it's showing off sneakers. The exhibition "The Rise of Sneaker Culture," which runs though this October, features 150 pairs on display, ranges from the original Converse All Star from 1917 to a pair of gold Pumas; but there's truly one pair that stands out above all the rest: the black, red, and white Air Jordan…

How to Buy and Sell Used Luxury Items Online

Credit: Raphye Alexius / Getty Images Whether you want to change out your seasonal style, upgrade your wardrobe staples for an affordable price, or clear your closet of good clothes you just don't wear anymore, it's time to discover consignment — a great benefit for anyone buying or selling clothes. As a buyer, find either new or like-new designer items from brands like Balenciaga, Cartier, Michael Bastian, Raf Simmons, and more at a fraction of the price. As a seller, consignment gives you the opportunity to cycle through new products every season. Purchase an item directly from Saint Laurent or…

The Highs (and Lows) of Style at the 2015 NBA Draft

Credit: Nathaniel S. Butler / Getty Images If you've ever been to prom, you realize that the only thing more disappointing than your life not being totally different the next morning is that teenage humans still don't know how to dress themselves. Most of the time it's because they went to Men's Wearhouse and just said "Sure" six times until they ended up wearing a coral bow tie and cummerbund. But it's different for NBA draftees. They have stylists. They're going to be on national TV. This is the biggest night of their young lives. And now that they have…

The Five White Tees You Need

Credit: John Engstead / Getty Images There's a good reason that we all still wear the white T-shirt. Though it's often overshadowed by suits and other pieces in a man's wardrobe, it's something he can wear with anything. Beyond that, it's classically American. Its short style history traces it back to off-duty military uniforms, quickly becoming a favorite of day-laborers. It also became an inherent part of the identities of celebrities like Marlon Brando and James Dean, who seemed to adopt the understated-cool look and attitude as their own. "The white tee is a wardrobe staple that's simple and fresh,"…

Converse Revolutionizes Their Most Iconic Sneaker

Style Email Print More Credit: Courtesy Converse (x2) More an evolution than a revolution, everybody's favorite sneaker has received another stylish (but subtle) revamp from Jack Purcell. From the two-ply duck canvas and reinforced no-slip heel to the lightweight herringbone outsole for improved traction and polished aluminum eyelets, a total of 18 new features befit the sneaker — the results of which have streamlined, modernized, and thoroughly refreshed its iconic status. But as important as style is — these sneakers, after all, feel at home with a Tom Ford tuxedo or your old college hoodie — comfort remains paramount for…

What’s in Your Dopp Kit?

The first thing I thought when asked about this was, “What the heck is a Dopp kit?” Then I found out it was that plastic bag where I put things that might spill in on my clothes. But why Dopp? Dopp is actually a registered trademark for a man’s toiletry bag. It was designed for an immigrant leather designer coming to America in the 1900s. The bags were manufactured by the Charles Doppelt Company until the 1970s, when it was sold to Samsonite. During WWII, GIs were given Dopp kits with their supplies. This may have something to do with…