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Shades of Cool: A Guide to the Best Winter Sunglasses for Men

We often think about (and shop for) stylish sunglasses when the sun is high in the sky during the warm spring and summer months. But there’s a catch: Your eyes still need protection from the sun, even when winter comes calling. Factor in a bright day with a ton of reflective snow, and you could be looking at more sunlight on a winter day than in the summer.  Keeping your eyes healthy is as crucial in summer as it is in the colder months. So protect your eyes before you embark on winter adventures with one of these pairs of great winter sunglasses below. And beside the eye protection-factor, your winter wardrobe could use some eye-catching accessories anyway, even if you’re bundled up to your neck. 

The Best Winter Sunglasses for Men

RAEN Wiley Sunglasses – $170
RAEN Wiley Sunglasses

When you think about the best winter sunglasses, you might be tempted to think of eyewear that’s purely functional, not stylish. Fear not, though. RAEN brings some serious style to your cold-weather eyewear, with a pair that you can keep on wearing into spring. Better yet, if you pick ‘em up via Modern Anthology, you can snag some winter shirting or decor, too.

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Nike Vision KD Flicker Sunglasses – $144
Nike Vision KD Flicker Sunglasses

While very few of us — well, just one man, to be exact — are blessed with the on-court ability of Kevin Durant, you can channel a bit of his style with a pair of surprisingly stylish shades inspired by the man himself.

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Oakley Two Face Sunglasses – $97
Oakley Two Face Sunglasses

Oakley is another brand more commonly known for seriously sporty styles of sunglasses (say that five times fast) … and yet, the Two Face Sunglasses are as fitting off the slopes as they are on the mountain. Priced at $100, we can get behind these durable shades.

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Le Specs Weekend Riot Sunglasses – $69
Le Specs Weekend Riot Sunglasses

Functionality and affordability are the name of the game with these durable rubber sunglasses, able to withstand early morning coffee runs in the snow with ease. These are a surprisingly tough and rugged pair of shades to shield your face this winter. They channel a bit of classic alpine style, meaning they’re fit to wear with tailored black alpine trousers, black hiking boots and a navy turtleneck — a la James Bond, of course. 

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Goodr Running Sunglasses – $25
Goodr Running Sunglasses

We applaud Goodr for creating a pair of winter-ready sunglasses that won’t slip or bounce. This pair won’t won’t break the bank, either. That’s saying the very least; these are the best steal on this list of the best winter sunglasses, far and away.

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For more outdoor winter gear, tech, and style, check out all the best stuff from this year’s Outdoor Retailer Winter Market.

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Ah, the beanie. A versatile, warm, winter wardrobe staple. It can be stylish enough to wear to the office (at least if you live in the PNW), and, of course, casual enough to wear around the house or running errands. Venturing out into the cold for some winter activities, the beanie is your go-to, right? Let's be honest, your hat wardrobe isn't complete without a beanie -- the durable and stylish kind that serves as your saving grace in any given situation. Whether it's for bad hair days, cold weather, or as a fashion statement, a trusted beanie in your apparel arsenal will save the day. The beanie comes in all sorts of knits, colors, and sizes. However, the purpose is the same for all of them: They can keep your head warm (although some added style wouldn't hurt).

If you're hoping to find the best beanies for men, look no further than the top options we've listed below. Most clothing brands offer different colors for each hat, so you'll just need to check the website if our color choices weren't up to your standards.

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The Best Men’s Wallet Brands to Shop Now
Tanner Goods

Your checklist for getting out the door is crowded enough as it is without adding another item, right? Take the seemingly humble wallet. You carry yours with you on the daily. You slide it into your front jeans pocket. You throw it into your messenger bag. You reach for it without a second thought as you dash out the door wearing a new field coat. Isn't it time your wallet got some more attention?

We're talking the type of wallet that blends craftsmanship and design to stylishly store your essentials for years to come. Ahead are a few of our favorites.
Bellroy 

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The Best Bow Ties for Men 2022: Formal, Work, and Travel
Best bow ties for men

Daniel Craig in "Casino Royale."

In our streetwear-obsessed fashion landscape, the bow tie is perhaps unfairly associated with the stiff and boring, or worse, as borderline obsolete. It is, after all, deemed an absolute must when it comes to a black-tie dress code -- and in this instance, we recommend you don’t break the rules when it comes to attending a formal event requiring this attire. But, when done to a T, this evening wear dress code is designed to be incredibly flattering to anyone who embraces it, so donning a bow tie certainly has its place in the world of formalwear fashion.

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