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Ledbury’s October Days
Profiled earlier in February, Ledbury has become one of The Manual’s go-to destinations for great-looking and great-fitting shirts. The Richmond, VA-based company prides itself on thoughtful details such as lowering the second button-hole on a dress shirt so you can wear the top button undone and still look smart or offering a collar that doesn’t […] -
The Coach + Billy Reid Collection is Here
Did you know Coach was originally founded as a men’s brand? That’s right, the name on the beloved bags your mothers, wives, girlfriends and daughters carry used to be synonymous with dapper leather goods for gentlemen. Founded in New York City in 1941, Coach is known for collaborating with some of the most interesting names […] -
Retro Redone: Dale of Norway reworks Fair Isle
Fair Isle is everywhere this fall. It’s short hiatus from mens fashion is back this season with some fresh looks. From more affordable retailers like H&M to the higher-end stores you’re sure to see this pattern exploding on retail racks. This season Dale of Norway reworks the iconic knitwear for 2013. They offer a wide […] -
High style + Cutting-edge tech = This
Behold the first-ever content series between Digital Trends and The Manual. The Bromance has begun. Since there are a plethora of brands out there melding style and technology, we thought we would take this opportunity to profile one item per week for the month of October, breaking them down and offering each of our unique […] -
Style + Tech = Mujjo Touchscreen Gloves
Touchscreen gloves are not new; touchscreen gloves that look as good as Muijo's black leather offering are a revelation. -
Essential Reading: Bargain Fever
With the holiday shopping season coming up, learning some tips on smart shopping is key. My good friend and fellow writer, Mark Ellwood has his first book coming out called, Bargain Fever: How to Shop in a Discounted World. This amusing investigation into the world of bargain hunting will make you think twice about ever […] -
The Martin P12 Jetpack
No matter how ridiculously advanced technology becomes, it still never quite feels like we’re living in the future. We have supercomputers in our pockets, autonomous robotic vacuums, and can control our surroundings with nothing more than our brainwaves – but in spite of all these incredible advances, I still don’t feel like I’m living in […] -
What to Wear: A Day in the Country
What better way to spend a Saturday during autumn with a day in the country? Call up your friends, grab your car, and go look for some farm-fresh produce, cheeses and local brews. Maybe rent a cabin, have a lovely fresh dinner at a farm-to-table restaurant and most importantly, get a whiff of that fresh […] -
GQ x Gap Best New Menswear Designer In America Collection
Here’s a tip, find some time this weekend and head over to your local Gap. The classic American brand, best known for its jeans and relaxed style, has teamed up with some of the most talented emerging designers in menswear. For a limited time, Gap will feature exclusive collections designed by GQ’s four Best New […] -
Explorer Cabins near Yellowstone National Park Offer Comforts of Home
Yellowstone National Park is one of America’s natural treasures. In the past, visitors to the park would have to rough it in old cabins with leaky faucets and faulty fireplaces. That changed this summer when the chic, new Explorer Cabins at Yellowstone were unveiled in July. Delaware North built 50 unique homesteads that combine the […] -
The Lavenham Difference
Diamond quilted jackets are as synonymous with the early fall as the country and many a British heritage brand, but if it’s a ruggedly elegant and distinctive option you’re after, you’ll want to consider one by Lavenham. Makers of the first nylon quilted horse rug, Lavenham was founded in 1969. In 1972, the company, named after […] -
The Lamborghini Urus could resurrect Hunter S. Thompson
If you are one of the three people that want a Gallardo SUV or a more flamboyant Porsche Cayenne then you are in luck because the Lamborghini Urus is actually going to be produced. The name may sound like the part of your body that gets urinary infections, and it may be styled to look […] -
Apartment Envy: City Modern Home Tours
If you live in a big city, you know how difficult it can be to make the most of a small space. How can you think about decorating when quarters are so close, your oven doubles as a nightstand? But if you’re a fan of Dwell, you know a tiny apartment is no excuse for […] -
Suede Guide 101 – Shoetorial
We’re now in the first official week of fall. Nothing signals the start of autumn better than the busting out of suede shoes (from a sartorial perspective at least). From a sneaker to a tasseled loafer or a boot, suede is always a great option. From work to weekend, a suede detail or a full-on […] -
Step Up Your Kitchen Game with Ceramic Knives
You probably already know a thing or two about good steel, but if you want to stay on the *cutting edge* of cutlery, it’s time to step up your game and snag some ceramic kitchen knives. Thanks to advances in materials engineering, it’s becoming increasingly common for blademakers to make knives out of zirconium dioxide […] -
Worn Out Wednesday – Hugh Horner
Interviewing guys for this column is always amusing. Chef Hugh Horner warned me, “I don’t have a style and don’t have any name brand things!” But after digging he surprised himself. Sometimes it takes an interview for dudes to really look at what is in their closets and drawers. Growing up in Atlanta, Hugh moved […]
