Christopher Blomquist
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Author/Co-Author of 142 articles
Christopher is a native New Yorker who lives and works (mostly) in Manhattan. A longtime fashion journalist, he served as North American Bureau Chief of Sportswear International for over a decade. As a freelance writer he has also contributed to Nylon, Surface, MR, West Hollywood Magazine and WeSC Magazine. He continues to lead an often unsuccessful yet ever-optimistic campaign to teach the world that automatically shortening his name to “Chris” is, well, just lazy, rude and presumptuous.
Diamond Dogs: An Argyle Sock Gift Guide
Supposedly first donned by Scottish clansmen in the 17th century, argyle socks went mainstream 400 years later
Meet Up Monday: Halsey
"We started the brand with the idea of creating the best fitting and most comfortable pants/trousers/shorts in the market."
Meet Up Monday: William Kroll, Tender
The creator of a cult menswear brand that's made in England, he has also just launched a line of killer vintage-inspired watches.
Shop Class – Grown & Sewn
Initially launched to reinvent the khaki, this terrific American heritage–based brand has evolved to include other items and looks better than ever.
Rowing Blazers Will Have You Looking Shipshape
Drenched in history, Rowing Blazers is a new line that celebrates the history and heraldry behind everyone's favorite go-to jacket.
Nerdy No More: 12 great short sleeve button-ups
Here are a dozen short sleeve button-up options available for sale online. Pick one or a few to add some instant cool to your warm weather wardrobe.
Sheep’s Clothing: A Guide to Shearling Outerwear
Be stylish – but still stand out in the crowd – in one of these sharp and super warm sheepskin (or sheepskin-inspired) coats.
Kyle Ng Explores Origins of Menswear in Cool New Series ‘Social Fabric’
Hosted by streetwear designer Kyle Ng, the new online series 'Social Fabric' explores the history and social significance of iconic apparel items.
Key Exchange: 12 sturdy and stylish leather key chains
An inexpensive and easy way to add just a tiny touch of class to your overall style game is to upgrade your old key fob to a stylish leather key chain.
Maritime Force: 10 beach-right nautical summer sweaters
These 10 current summer sweaters will help you stylishly buck any unexpected, by-the-water chill.
Crew Team: A Guide to Classic Sweatshirts
The Manual picks our favorite 16 new classic men's sweatshirts available for purchase now.
Flip Your Lid: A Guide to Winter-Appropriate Ballcaps
Score a stylistic home run with this dark and dressy ballcaps that are perfect for winter weather.
Contact Sports: 20 of the Best Business Card Cases
Here are 20 of the best business card cases in a wide variety of materials and prices. Many can even double as wafer-thin wallets.
Embrace an endless summer with fashion by Faherty
Sportswear brand Faherty can help you hold on to the season's memory with its outstanding assortment of beach-inspired casual wear and swimwear.
Case Study: 15 of the best leather briefcases to upgrade your office image
Here are 15 of the best leather briefcases available now (in a wide range of price points) that will help carry you forward and succeed in business.
Clip Art: 15 tie bars that provide a fantastic finishing touch
Protect your neckwear – and your reputation as well-dressed gent – with these terrific tie clips.
Vest Wishes: 15 Outerwear Vests to Wear During March (Weather) Madness
Here are 15 of our favorite outerwear vests that will keep you warm – but not too warm – during March's wildly inconsistent weather.
Autopilots: Our Top 10 Aviator shades
Soar your look even higher – and flyer – with this always-reliable sunglass shape.
70 years later, Minnetonka Moccasins are still superb slip-ons
Iconic footwear brand Minnetonka, which is best known for its classic Minnetonka moccasins, is currently marking its 70th anniversary.
Darby Scott Designs Leather Goods for the Discerning Gentleman
If you’re seeking a super-luxurious leather bag or wallet that doesn't scream, “This is a super-luxurious piece," American designer Darby Scott is for you.
Award-Winning Menswear Designer Matt Baldwin is ‘Ready for What’s Next’
With three new stores opening in 2017, Matt Baldwin's clothing brand is bringing its all-American designs (and the stories behind them) to a wider audience.
Slate Denim & Co. Forges Quality Jeans in The Lone Star State
Based in the great state of Texas, Slate Denim offers terrific jeans and tops that blend modern fashion with classic style and down-home Southern heritage.
Detroit Denim’s Handcrafted Jeans Are Built to Last a Lifetime
Detroit Denim is one of those rare fashion labels that's still made in the U.S. Its raw denim jeans are 100 percent locally designed, sewn, and sold.
Heighten Your ‘Basics’ with Clothes by Handvaerk
Clothing line Handvaerk-from the Danish word for “craft”-offers amazing “everyday” items that quietly ooze quality, craftsmanship and timelessness.
Stewart Christie & Co is the Oldest Bespoke Tailor in Scotland
With roots dating back to 1720 and now under new ownership, Edinburgh's Stewart Christie & Co is the go-to shop for traditional Scottish tailored clothing.
Shuttle Notes: A Japanese Brand Worth Noting
Shuttle notes Master Cloth is a brand that embodies decades-old Japanese craftsmanship with masterful and modern wearability.
Dress Like the Japanese with Ring Jacket and Its Perfect Professional Wardrobe
Longstanding Japanese menswear brand Ring Jacket has been stylishly suiting upTokyo and Osaka salary-men for years. Now they'll suit you, too.
Daniel Hechter Brings Effortless French Flair to Everyday Menswear
A longtime designer brand from Paris, Daniel Hechter is making an American comeback in October — and that's good news for guys.
Ball and Buck is Hatching Cool New Products Based on Customer Input
Ball and Buck's new in-house crowdfunding platform, The Hatchery, allows customers to play designer and create items that they want to see made.
Improve Your Wardrobe by Pocketing Pieces from Pocket Square Clothing
Pocket Square Clothing and its flagship store in downtown Los Angeles will boost your style game with quality menswear and accessories.
Eredità Shoes: Italian Excellence Meets Affordable Elegance
A new online-only footwear brand, Eredità Shoes serves up classic styles that are customizable, handcrafted in Italy and won't bust the bank.
Is Musika Frère the Ferrari of the Men’s Fashion World?
Young luxury brand Musika Frère has already reinvented and modernized bespoke suiting – now it's aiming to become a full-on lifestyle label.
Add Some Aloha to Your Apparel With Shirts By Avanti Designs
A Hawaiian shirt brand that's actually based in Hawaii, family-owned Avanti Designs uses authentic retro prints for its super summer shirting.
Step into Corridor, a Clothing Brand That’s Well Worth Investigating
Created by a former FBI employee, clothing brand Corridor offers a swell and wearable collection of clothing and accessories that are all made in the USA.
Get Great Leather Goods without the Luxury Markup with Linjer
Online only brand Linjer have found great success with its line of quality leather goods and attractive watches that don't have steep price tags.
It’s a Fact: Your Feet Will Look Fine in Shoes by FACTO
FACTO is a new line of luxury sneakers for guys who want a hot look and attention to quality that combines the best of Italy, Tokyo and New York City.
These Leather Jackets from LTH JKT are Your New Style Staples
Brand new men's and women's leather jacket line LTH JKT offers these iconic wardrobe pieces at prices that won't skin you.
Cohen & Sons Clothing Seamlessly Blends Authenticity and Modernity
Menswear brand Cohen & Sons is rolling down a new road with classic-looking moto-inspired items that are re-imagined in high-tech fabrics.
Kotn’s Egyptian Cotton Clothing Bolsters the Basics
Kotn, a new brand from Canada, sells tees and other timeless items you'll want to live in since they're all made with supersoft Egyptian Cotton.
Stock Up on Stock Mfg. Co.’s Locally Made Menswear
Chicago-based Stock Mfg. Co. puts a modern spin on men's staples – and produces everything in the heart of the Windy City.
Rails Rides into Menswear with Super Soft Shirting
This L.A.-based brand, Rails, (which might be one of your gal's faves) now offers men's tops that are both highly wearable and cray cray comfortable.
Just Wear Nice Shoes! (Paul Evans Can Help You Do That)
Online venture Paul Evans offers a splendid selection of super high-quality Made in Italy men's shoes and accessories for half the price of luxury brands.
Devereux Can Properly Outfit You Day to Night
Devereux, a golf-inspired collection of resort wear, offers clothing that's tailor-made for looking great while kicking back.
Head to Elk Head Clothing to Score Some Ruggedly Refined Togs
Atlanta-based label and store Elk Head Clothing will end your hunt for unique yet wearable menswear with its terrific assortment of apparel and accessories.
New Zealand’s Rodd & Gunn Brand is Conquering America
A fashion lifestyle brand from the Southern Hemisphere, men's label Rodd & Gunn is growing its presence and influence in the USA.
Saturdays NYC Moves Beyond the Beach to Become a Major Player in Menswear
It started as an urban surf store but today Saturdays NYC has evolved into a full-on, fantastic menswear lifestyle collection for sophisticated city gents.
Publish Brand Offers a Novel Approach to Casual Clothing
SoCal-based brand Publish rewrites the street-meets-contemporary story with apparel and accessories that are runaway bestsellers.