An Ode to Outerwear: a Capsule Collection

essential outerwear capsule collection

If you ask a menswear guy what the coolest part of his wardrobe is, the answer will usually be one of two things – shoes or outerwear. And it’s not surprising, really; these are the two places where you can really define your style with strong pieces, and where investing in something nice will offer great returns. […]

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Fall Favorites – 10 Essential Autumn Items

fall menswear essentials

Five years ago I wrote a series on my favorite pieces from each season. A lot of those items are still near and dear to me, but I thought it would be worth updating things to reflect my current lifestyle and wardrobe. My fall favorites have changed a bit, but many of the concepts are still the same – textured materials, earthy colors, and a bit of protection from inclement weather. Here are my go-to pieces for the cool weather ahead: […]

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Packing for Thanksgiving

I just finished packing for what is sure to be a rainy Thanksgiving in Oregon. Here’s what I grabbed: Single-breasted trench Tweed blazer Cashmere scarf 2x blue OCBD Gingham button-down Shetland wool sweater Gray cotton sweater Vintage OSU long-sleeve shirt (because go Beavs) Selvage denim 5-pocket garment-dyed trousers Flannel shacket (it is Oregon, after all) […]

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