Worn out Wednesday – Zachary Johnson
Illustrator Zachary Johnson talks to The Manual about his personal style.
Feel Good Friday: Gear Up and Give Back with Victorinox Travel Gear
Victorinox is gearing up and giving back by partnering with the Boys Hope Girls Hope and Blessings in a Backpack organizations to provide backpacks to students in need – just in time for back-to-school.
Frank & Oak’s Escondido Live at Noon
We talk a lot about fast fashion these days, H&M, Uniqlo and Gap, but the boys at Frank & Oak take the concept to another level. Based in Canada, Ethan Song and Hicham Ratnani work directly with manufacturers to create a curated collection of premium clothing and accessories each month. “We love architecture, interior design, […]
Worn Out Wednesday – Adam Lefkowitz
Today we speak to Adam Lefkowitz, Vice President of Merchanidsing & Business Development at Lividini & Co.
Worn Out Wednesday – Katsu Tanaka
When we were at Beam & Anchor in Portland (yes, we can’t stop talking about that town) we were intrigued by these handsome ties, scarves, pocket squares and bags made from vintage Japanese kimono fabric by a brand called Kiriko. It’s refreshing to see new prints when we are afloat in a sea of gingham […]
Worn Out Wednesday – Cobi Levy
Today we speak to entrepreneur Cobi Levy about his career and personal style
Worn Out Wednesday – Steve Laycock
Today The Manual interviews restauranteur, consultant and paraglider about his career and personal style
Feel Good Friday – Sydney Hale Candles
Sydney Hale Candles offers up scents guys can be proud to burn and donate a percentage of profits to Lost Dog Rescue.
Arkansas Based Strong Suit Proves Tailoring Doesn’t Have to be a New York Thing
Strong Suit is a tailored menswear brand based in Little Rock, Arkansas
Shop Class – Old North Clothing
While interviewing people around the nation for all of our various columns, we have learned many things, but one that stands out is that people are looking less and less to the rent crazed, stress obsessed and congested big cities of New York and Los Angeles to start their businesses. Image used with permission by […]
Worn Out Wednesday – Jonathan Evans
The Manual speaks to EastDane.com Fashion Director Jonathan Evans about his personal style.
In Conversation with George Gatewood of Longwood Antique Wood
The Manual speaks to George Gatewood about working with Antique Wood
A Discussion with Harris Tweed
We speak with the Right Honorable Brian Wilson about Harris Tweed and why it is such a sustainable fabric
Feel Good Friday – Gorilla Wax
Oliberte launches an all natural wax to waterproof all of your gear while helping workers in sub-saharan Africa.
Worn Out Wednesday – Eric Villency
Eric Villency is the CEO of Villency Design Group, a company founded by his grandfather. Today he speaks to The Manual about his career and personal style.
Worn Out Wednesday – Chef Liran Mezan
Chef Liran speaks to The Manual about his career and personal style.
Worn Out Wednesday – Tanner Campbell
Sydell Group Creative Director, Tanner Campbell, discusses his personal style
Worn Out Wednesday – Eneuri Acosta
Today we speak to Cadillac’s Lifestyle and Luxury Communications Manager, Eneuri Acosta
Vineyard Vines Derby Tie for Charity
The Kentucky Derby signals the first signs of spring and a time when men shed their flannels and boots to suit up with broadcloth shirts and two-toned brogues. It’s also a time when men will ever ponder the color pink. Brothers Shep and Ian Murray, CEOs and co-founders of vineyard vines tapped into this seasonal […]
Worn Out Wednesday – Jay Fletcher
Today we speak to the fantastically creative graphic designer Jay Fletcher (and have peppered his work through this interview): Originally from Enfield, Connecticut, Jay went to art school at CCAD – the Columbus College of Art & Design – in Columbus, Ohio where he majored in illustration. Fletcher wanted to make my way to Charleston, […]
Feel Good Friday – Cathead Vodka
Cathead Vodka from Mississippi talks to The Manual about their work with music foundations
Dinner to Feed an Army with Meal Kit Supply
Meal Kit Supply is a company that makes MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) for police and fire companies, EMT, Emergency Preparedness groups and, of course, the military. Now it's being used by the avid outdoorsman across the US.
Watch Buying Tips from 1stDibs.com
Every once in a while we all like to splurge on something a that we can hand down to our kids (and maybe even make our best buds jealous of). Watches are one of the best accessories men can collect and sport without looking like Liberace, well depending on the watch. But the new and […]
Tipsy Scoops Alcoholic Ice Cream
Tipsy Scoop makes alcoholic ice cream. We meet the owner and get a recipe for a strawberry rhubarb bourbon sundae
Worn Out Wednesday – Brandon Thornton
For someone who didn’t really know what he wanted to do in life, Brandon Thornton surely scored an epic gig. Growing up in Virginia, Brandon played a lot of sports but also had interests in art, design and drawing. When it was time to go to college he opted for an engineering degree but that […]
Worn Out Wednesdays: Javas Lehn
Worn Out is a new column for us profiling taste makers around the nation on what inspires and influences what they wear.
Baxter x RetaW Car Air Freshener
Baxter of California collabs with RetaW to create a modern car air freshener
Frank Clegg Talks Skin
For the past 40 years, Clegg has been producing heirloom quality bags, wallets and other necessary accessories in his Fall River, Massachusetts studio.
Worn Out Wednesdays: Michael Tavani
We checked in with Mr. Tavani right after his honeymoon (congrats Michael & Meg!) to hear more about his daily style.
Urban Electric Celebrates 10 Years
Urban Electric is celebrating 10 years of business. We sit down with the founder David Dawson to hear how it all began and where it is going
Hudson Sutler Has It In The Bag
Hudson Sutler is the vision of Grant Hewit, a former history major and Wall Streeter who quit his job and created his company in 2011.
Robert Hines Glass Workshop
Biking up North King Street in Charleston, South Carolina, where run down delis and rickety old wig shops are slowly getting turned into slick bars and restaurants, I discovered a languorous store front filled with a passel of old mirrors, gilded frames and a light film of dust, giving the tall old windows a look […]
Classic Cuban Cars to Take You Back in Time (Photos)
While we knew Cuba was known for its abundance of classic American cars, nothing quite prepared us to witness these behemoths barreling down grand avenues and marauding along the famous Malecón. After a trip to the island country, we brought back photographic evidence of these impossibly cool Cuban cars.
Shooting Sports: 6 Pro Tips to Make You a Better Shot
The Manual went to Brays Island Plantation in South Carolina to get a basic introduction to shooting sports and learn some pro tips from Justin Rhoten, a NSCA Level II instructor.
The Best Men’s Casual Spring and Summer Fashion (Video)
This is your guide to casual men's spring and summer style. We visited Lizard Lounge, one of our favorite menswear stores in Portland, Oregon, to see what's in this season. No fanny packs allowed!
Tu, Charleston, South Carolina’s Best New Place to Eat is Too Good
Charleston's latest restaurant, Tu, goes for a global vibe, which is a welcome relief from the standard shrimp and grits of this Southern-Fried city.
200 Years of of Dressing Dudes: A Tour of the Brooks Brothers Tie Factory
Brooks Brothers makes all of their ties in one factory in Long Island City, New York. A few years ago, we made a trek out there to see it in action and came away with a better understanding of how something so mundane as a tie can be quite complicated to create.
Harris Tweed, The Manliest Cloth on Earth
Made in only one remote location in the world, Harris Tweed is the only fabric protected by its own act of Parliament. We went to Scotland to find out more.
Everything You Wanted to Know About Wearing a Kilt
We spent 10 days in Scotland learning about kilts. We spoke with Bill Wheelan from House of Edgar to get the scoop on kilts and how to wear them.
Lovat Mill Makes Estate Tweed that Every Man Needs
The Manual visits Lovat Mill in the border town of Hawick, Scotland, to learn about Estate Tweed from the owners of the mill.
What the Hell is Chutney?
We flew all the way to Scotland to visit Mackays preserves to learn all about the wonderful world of Chutney--what it is, how it's made, and how to eat it.
From the Hebrides to the Highlands, This is Our Essential Guide to Scotland
Mathew Roberts Photography/Getty Images Mathew Roberts Photography/Getty Images Recommended Videos Last November we had the pleasure of spending 10 captivating days in Scotland. Though this ancient land is steeped in a wild and rich history, it endures as a refreshingly progressive and welcoming European nation. Because every new introduction felt like meeting an old friend […]