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Cologne Inspired by Man’s Best Friend
Andrew Schutt gives his Boston Terrier, Tucker, all the credit for inspiring his new company, Bawston & Tucker. “Tucker hates being sprayed,” says Schutt. “I wanted to create something to rub on his ears to make him smell good.” That goal led Schutt to research ingredients that would be safe for animals, but in the […] -
Aviation Gin: An Adventurous Spirit
Generally speaking, gin is one of those things that people either love or hate. It seems there’s no middle ground with that signature juniper berry flavor. But in our experience, people who are averse to the flavor of gin typically don’t realize that not all gins are created equal. Gin is an extremely dynamic spirit, […] -
Reiss has us Artfully Covered for Summer
Image used with permission by copyright holder Even though summer is upon us, we are a globe trotting crew, and just because it is sultry in Santa Fe, we may be off to cool and crisp London the following week; hence our wardrobe must reflect this ever-changing lifestyle. But please don’t call us jet set […] -
Create Boston – Pairing Food & Drinks With Art
So six artists, six chefs and six bartenders all walk into a venue. Sounds like the beginning to a corny joke, but this is real and it’s happening the afternoon of June 1, 2014 as part of CREATE Boston. Chef Louis DiBiccari, owner of Tavern Road and TR Street Foods, founded the event three years ago […] -
The Manual Wind: Hublot Classic Fusion
Just like automobiles, names of watch models can be quite profound. Extreme World, El Toro, Deep Sea Sea Dweller and of course Big Bang King Power to name a few. One watch which is a cousin to the aforementioned Big Bang is the Hublot Classic Fusion. As nondescript a watch name as Big Bang is […] -
Worn Out Wednesday- Jeremy Stewart
Today we catch up with our man in Texas, Jeremy Stewart. You can thank him for creating Hari Mari, one of the most comfortable flip flops on the market, and they improve the lives of kids with cancer while they are at it. Hari Mari’s roots are born out of time spent living in Indonesia, […] -
Club Monaco x Reigning Champ Summer 2014
Club Monaco brings its successful collaboration with Reigning Champ back once again this spring and summer. The collaboration reissues Club Monaco’s iconic 1985 heritage logo in its new line with Doug Barber and Craig Atkinson from Reigning Champ. The new additions are a follow-up to the original collection from December 2013 when both brands teamed up to pair […] -
Reward your Hard-Working Mind with Firestone Walker’s Opal Farmhouse Ale
Firestone Walker put in the hours and the reward for their work is Opal, a balanced farmhouse ale that dry hops for added aromas and west coast flavor. -
Merino and Mud: Kitsbow Mountain Biking
Spring is in rare form across the country, and that means urban and backcountry trails are in perfect condition for some serious riding. Whether you’re a serious enduro mountain biker whose idea of a good ride is a 30+ mile suffer-fest, or one of those crazy downhill riders launching 40 foot red rock cliffs, the […] -
DEWAR’S has the Perfect Father’s Day Gift
What are you getting dad for Father’s Day this year? If you were thinking a good bottle of whiskey is just what the doctor ordered, DEWAR’S has an even better suggestion. To celebrate dads everywhere, DEWAR’S Scotch whisky and Freemans Sporting Club in NYC are teaming up for two gifts that will make it the […] -
New Music Monday: Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
Image used with permission by copyright holder It has been 10 years since Clap Your Hands Say Yeah started, and they’re about to release their fourth record, Only Run. Like the previous three, CYHSY will market and distribute the album independently. From the get go, this ethos struck a chord with fans, but it was merely an […] -
General Knot & Co.: The Choice of Necktie Connoisseurs
Fact: if you care enough to wear a necktie, whether it be to a job interview or date, chances are you’ll care for one that’s well-crafted and stylish enough to seal any deal. If that idea sounds appealing, then Bedford, NY-based General Knot & Co. may just be the ticket. That’s because the company uses […] -
Oppo’s PM-1 headphones offer luxury for all your senses
Sometimes you just need to splurge on a badass piece of audio gear. If that time has come around for you, we highly recommend checking out Oppo’s PM-1 headphones, a set of cans as beautiful and luxurious in design as they are in performance. One might find it odd that Oppo, a company best known for […] -
Jar Your Lunch: Mason Jar Meals and More
Mason jars seem to be everywhere these days — at our favorite bars, restaurants we frequent, and even in 7-Eleven. Julia Mirabella, who actually is a Washington, D.C.-based attorney, noticed the proliferation of mason jar salad recipes on the internet and thought, why not put them all in one place? That’s how the idea for […] -
The Manual’s Summer Bag Guide
Duffel, backpack, briefcase, suitcase, tote, attaché. A man’s bag has many names, shapes and sizes. Whatever your flavor, The Manual rounded up this summer’s best bags for dudes. Let’s face it, having a good bag is not only for the ladies. And all jokes aside we aren’t encouraging you to start sporting a “murse.” Not […] -
Jacobsen Salt Company: A Pinch of Perfection
You might not think about it, but not all salts are created equal. As with most other goods, there are varying degrees of quality in the humble sodium chloride molecule, and on the continuum of salt quality, the stuff that Ben Jacobsen coaxes out of the coastal waters of Oregon is most definitely at the […]
