Espadrilles – A Louche Summer Staple

Espadrilles – A Louche Summer Staple

Posted by: on Jun 19, 2012 | One Comment

Some men wear sandals to great avail. I am not one of them. Something about my pastey white toes doesn’t appeal, so when the weather gets really oppressive I turn to the old Rivera staple, espadrilles. Cotton upper and jute sole. So little, so good.

Graves/Fullerton Watch Auction at Sotheby’s New York

Graves/Fullerton Watch Auction at Sotheby’s New York

Posted by: on Jun 15, 2012 | No Comments

Yesterday I attended the Graves/Fullerton watch auction at Sotheby’s New York and thought I would report back on the results. It was by all accounts the most highly anticipated watch auction in memory, and knowing relatively little about fine timepieces I thought I would take the opportunity to learn a little more.

Bespoke with Chris Despos, Pt. 4 – Final Fitting

Bespoke with Chris Despos, Pt. 4 – Final Fitting

Posted by: on Jun 8, 2012 | 3 Comments

Due to conflicting schedules it has taken a while for Chris and I to get together for another fitting. Thanks for your patience, and luckily because things went so well last time that this should be the last fitting. Here’s an update.

Finickey Online – For Fathers (And Sons) With Taste

Finickey Online – For Fathers (And Sons) With Taste

Posted by: on Jun 6, 2012 | 2 Comments

There are a million guides out there to help you shop for Father’s Day. Each Dad is different and I won’t even try this year to give you a bunch of options. Instead, I’m going to highlight one newcomer to the online scene that I’m particularly excited about: Finickey has launched its online store. Perfect timing.

Arny’s Paris – One of the Greats

Arny’s Paris – One of the Greats

Posted by: on Jun 4, 2012 | 2 Comments

There are some stores that are more than places to buy things. They are world-views, carefully curated by a handful of particularly discerning individuals trying to share their visions with other like-minded individuals. Few stores exemplify this in the world of men’s clothing like Arny’s Paris.