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Top 10 Picks From the MoMA Design Store
The Manual selects its top 10 picks from the MoMA Design Store’s latest in cool gadgets, slick furniture and handy kitchen tools from your home. All in One Kitchen Tool Set Take the hassle and the clutter out of having eight different kitchen utensils with this handy Bin Akebono-designed All in One Kitchen Tool Set, […] -
Green is the New Black
Sustainability. It’s a hot trend that doesn’t seem to be dying down. But for travelers, it’s sometimes daunting. The number of eco-friendly hotels grows every day but finding other eco-friendly products while on vacation can be challenging. Instead of searching for sustainable products, why not bring them with you? At The Manual, we’ve selected a […] -
Wallet Wise
As January, the first month of the New Year, comes to a close, let’s take a look at being fiscally fit and wallet wise for 2014. Wallets have come a long way from knapsacks tied to your belt when coins first came into prominence to the wallet app that launched just two years ago. A […] -
Feel Good Friday – Industry of All Nations
When we walked the Capsule trade show in New York City several weeks ago we were quite pleased to discover a good group of brands who are really working hard to make this Earth a better place. They are offering up excellent looking and sustainable menswear we all can wear (and afford). One of the […] -
2014 BMW 435i Convertible: A very, very slow drive through the Valley of Fire
As a BMW designer walked on stage and began addressing a crowd of journalists, I immediately understood what the little radio and earpiece in my lap was for. He was speaking in German. And since my two years of high school German has all but dried up, I’d need some help to understand him. I […] -
In Conversation with George Gatewood of Longwood Antique Wood
Confession: We are in love with George Gatewood. We met him at the Garden & Gun Jubilee in Charleston, South Carolina but only for a moment. It wasn’t until we spent an hour with him on the phone that we really got Gatewood at full gallop. Born and raised in Kentucky, he has that twang […] -
The Best Haircut for Your Face Shape
The time has come for a haircut once again, and you’re unsure of what to ask for at the barber. Maybe in the 4-6 weeks it’s been since your last trim, you spotted a celebrity or friend with the style you want. But before taking that photo to your stylist, it’s best to find out […] -
Slick Style: Waxed Denim
We’ve discussed dry denim and raw denim, now for something a little less traditional. Waxed denim – or in some cases, coated denim – is kind of the “wash” of the future. Denim brands are starting to feature this wacky, or waxy, idea. Some jeans have a subtle sheen while others look like they are […] -
Save Your Ankles With The Point 3 X-Wrap Socks:
In case you haven’t noticed, the U.S. is fighting through one of the worst winters in nearly twenty years. That means people all over the country are combating the urge to stay in their homes and apartments as much as possible, and are still trying to get some exercise in to fight off extra cold […] -
Social Media and Art Collide With the Launch of the Instagramers Gallery
If the average lifespan of a tweet is five seconds, how long does an Instagram post last for? Though its existence may not be quite as brief, we generally consume the images on our Instagram feed in a similar fashion as we scroll down, gobble them up and forget about them forever more. Alas, that […] -
Worn Out Wednesday – Adam Valdies
Any of y’all about to start your own brand? Here is your man. Adam Valdies runs Free My Store, a company that helps new brands launch their website as well as distribution: two vitals parts of doing it right. The concept was born 3-4 years ago. Adam went to business school in Santa Barbara and […] -
Anna Sheffield Helps Us Shop for Engagement Rings
The time has come: you want to pop the question to that special person in your life. It’s nerve racking enough trying to figure out whether she (or he) will say yes without thinking about everything that goes into the process. How and where will you ask? Do you want her to know you’re thinking […] -
Beard Trimming Tips
Having a beard reflects a certain serenity to your life—avoiding the is, after all, one reason to let the follicles on your face flourish. And true, being bearded requires a lot less upkeep than being clean shaven, but still, unless you’re on Duck Dynasty, you’ve most likely got a job that requires you to show […] -
President Stays True to its Tuscan Design Roots for AW13/14
When it comes to fit, quality fabrics and top-notch craftsmanship, Italian designers are unprecedented. Like some unspoken guarantee or silent seal of approval, we automatically expect pieces that fit like a glove and last a lifetime. Tuscan menswear label President is no exception. Founded in 1957, the brand dedicates an entire year to produce a […] -
These Son of a Sailor Knives are Looking Sharp
Decades ago, there were a few essential items a gentleman would never be caught dead without carrying. While a handkerchief, wallet and watch were pretty standard, a utilitarian man would never leave home without his pocket knife. Some may think this accessory is passé, but lately we’ve been into the idea of having one on […] -
The Manual Guide to Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl XLVIII is finally here next Sunday, and this year, the Seattle Seahawks are taking on the Denver Broncos at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and we’re getting ready to indulge in wings, nachos and more. Here’s our guide on what you should wear, eat, drink and if you’re in New York, […]
