Wedding season is in full swing for me, and once again I’ll be jetting off for some weekend nuptials. It can be challenging to pack for weddings that involve air travel because there is such a demand for dressing well but everything must fit in a carry-on. Appearance is especially important this time around, since I’ll be […]
Sailing in the Bay
Having friends with access to a sailboat is a great asset when living in the Bay Area. Sailing around the bridge piers and islands and taking in the incredible views is one of the best ways to spend a sunny Saturday. Of course, dressing for nautical adventures has its own set of challenges. The temperatures […]
In Praise of the Blue Striped Shirt
I’m not known for taking bold moves when it comes to clothing. My wardrobe is almost entirely made up of grey, blue, brown, and white. I rarely roll the dice with bold patterns and when I do I play it safe everywhere else. Simplicity has always been my sartorial aim and I intend to keep […]
Summer Storms
Saturday’s forecast in Minnesota: Thunderstorms with a chance of weddings. I spent a warm and wet weekend in Minneapolis for a friend’s wedding – this lightly lined, breathable coat was a lifesaver. Single-Breasted Trench – Club Monaco (with a few extra touches) | Shirt – Proper Cloth | Tie – E&G Cappelli | Shoes – Allen Edmonds […]
Debauchery in Austin
I’m heading off to an epic bachelor party in Austin, TX. If you don’t hear back from me within a week somebody will need to call up my mom and tell her the bad news. Here’s what I packed for a trip full of hot weather adventures, outdoor shenanigans, and other mischief. Off-white chinos Khaki […]
A Closer Look at Beckett & Robb
Part II: Measurements and Fitting Previously: Part I After poring over fabric books, lapel styles, and horn buttons for a couple hours with Dustin I was ready to begin the most important part of the made-to-measure experience – the fitting. Picking fabric and style options is lots of fun (although my choices were very tame), […]
Shaving like a Gentleman – A Few Tips
It should go without saying that part of living a stylish life involves a good grooming regimen. Like many #menswear folks, I abandoned modern shaving technology a few years back and began using safety razors and a shaving mug (it should come as no surprise that it was inspired in part by Put This On’s […]
Product Review: Gustin Denim
I’ve had the good fortune of hanging out with the Gustin crew a couple of times, and a few weeks ago they were kind enough to offer me a pair of their jeans for review. There’s been a good deal of hype around Gustin’s jeans (mainly because of the killer pricepoint and unique denim options) […]
Warm Weather Fabrics: Don’t Forget Wool
Now that most of us are well in to the warmer months we’re beginning to once again hear quite a bit about the classic spring/summer fabrics – cotton, linen, and seersucker. It isn’t hard to find a shirt made out of a light cotton or breezy linen, but when it comes to blazers, trousers and suits the game […]
A Closer Look at Beckett & Robb
Part 1: Cloth and Customization There’s been a decent amount of chatter about Beckett & Robb, a made-to-measure clothing outfit from Salt Lake City that recently came to San Francisco (admittedly, a good deal of that chatter has come from my blog). I have seen their products in person a few times and have spoken […]