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Frye Celebrates 150 Years
Frye boots have always been in the American vernacular when discussing the working man’s boot. Well, since March 10, 1863 that is. That’s when John Frye opened his shop on Elm Street in Marlboro, Massachusetts. The shoes were developed to ease the daily grind of hundreds of local factory workers and became a staple for […] -
George Clooney and Rande Gerber are Sippin’ Casamigos Tequila
We aren’t celeb people here at The Manual, but we are keen to try anything and everything, even from a real live movie star. Casamigos is an ultra-premium tequila founded and owned by Rande Gerber (owner of a premium chain of bars and lounges and Cindy Crawford’s husband), his longtime friend George Clooney and Discovery Land […] -
Best Suits for 2022
From the classic double-breasted to the allover tile print three-piece suit, top designers cut the suit every which way for fall. Above, five off-the-rack styles that nail the new streamlined proportions and patterns of the season. For a forward look, pair them with a white collared shirt buttoned at the top sans tie or with […] -
Xtracycle’s EdgeRunner: The Range Rover of the Bike World
feel like you have too much cargo and not enough bike? The EdgeRunner from Xtracycle will take care of that. This handy bicycle combines the functionality of a baby seat with the practicality of a baby seat and a passenger seat, and on top of that, there’s a built-in bike rack as well! Referred to […] -
Set the Scene with the New Cask Candle
Want to impress a date with a romantic candlelit evening? We’ve found a candle we love that not only sets the scene, but also fills the air with an aroma you’ll both enjoy. The new Cask Candle offers up a floral-whiskey scent highlighted with patchouli, cedar woods and vanilla. It’s also crafted from soy wax, […] -
Great Plains: De Lemos Guesthouse, Portugal
When it comes to deciphering a future trip, the accommodation is often secondary to the destination. Alas, the De Lemos Guesthouse and winery in Passos do Silgueiros in North Portugal is a destination in itself. The space, owned by wine brand Quinta de Lemos, was designed by architectural supergroup Carvalho Araújo, the geniuses behind boundary-smashing structures including the Casas […] -
Feel Good Fridays – Sperry’s The Sea Project
All this do-goodery in the menswear world is making us very happy at The Manual, hence our weekly spotlight on brands making a difference. But we always like to see companies who think out of the box when it comes to giving back. More than just giving a percentage of profits or a ‘pair for […] -
The Porsche Panamera: face of a 911, the body of a beluga
I recently found myself out in the Oregon wine country behind the wheel of the 2014 Porsche Panamera. And while I knew the wine would be good – I enjoyed wine in the evening and the car during the day, so don’t send any angry drinking and driving letters – I didn’t know how I’d […] -
Light Up Your Home With FerroWatt
Let’s shine a light for a moment on the type of person who likes a little extra detail in his or her life. Everyday items can become mundane – but by rethinking the essentials, we can add some excitement into the mix. These light bulbs by FerroWatt are a great example of this. Each light bulb […] -
Getting Around with Martone Cycling
Riding in the city can be intimidating, even if you’ve been biking for years. Cars swerving, people getting in the way, cab drivers honking – it’s not always a pretty picture. So when Lorenzo Martone was looking for a better way to ride, he utilized his fashion background to create bicycles that are both stylish […] -
Lodge Goods — Accessories & Grooming Done Right
Getting their name from an 1840-built lodge in Springtown, Pennsylvania, Lodge Goods has traveled the world over, and what they discovered is that many of the best brands are right here in America. They’re focused on accessories (and whiskey), and by working with designers, craftsmen, artists and artisans, they’re able give their unique perspective to […] -
Boo Ya Britain:The Pop Up Flea Hits London
Any man who has been fortunate enough to be in New York for one of the Pop up Fleas created by ACL founder Michael Williams and his bud Randy Goldberg has had a taste of what heaven is probably like. Started in 2009 there are heritage brands, vintage goods, new designers crafting quality products, booze, […] -
Worn Out Wednesday – Shorty Maniace
In case you haven’t heard, barber shops are the new well, barber shops. Remember when your pops used to go to get a little off the top and see all his pals and talk gals and games? That whole era faded out with the roll out of Super Cuts and mall hair salons where men […] -
The Soft Goat Stops Stubble Scrape
You know what would really suck? Making out with Scarlett Johansson only to find that her face has the exact same texture as sandpaper. She’s one of the sexiest women alive, so you’d probably just deal and make awkward excuses as to why it looks like someone took a belt sander to your mug, but […] -
Ardbeg Whisky Is Out of This World
Old, established liquor brands usually take themselves pretty seriously. It’s all about the age, the cask, the heritage, which is all fine and good, but it sure is refreshing to find a brand that likes to have a little fun. Leave it to the Scots. Ardbeg is one of those ancient Scottish whiskys that your […] -
Punch Bowl Social: Food, Drinks and Fun All in One Venue
Downtown Portland isn’t known for its must-see destinations. Other than a few great restaurants, it’s not on anyone’s go-to list when visiting the city. You’re more likely to meet other tourists than quirky locals at many of the area watering holes. But that all changed this July with the opening of Punch Bowl Social at […]
