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“Am I Going to Get a Customs Bill?”

March 12, 2015

“Am I Going To Get A Customs Bill?”

There’s never been a better time to shop overseas. The US dollar has been gaining strength against most foreign currencies,…

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“The Roll of the Collar Is the Most Important Thing”

March 11, 2015

“The Roll Of The Collar Is The Most Important Thing”

From Ivy Style, here’s a nice excerpt from an 1983 issue of Esquire, in which John Berendt opines about the button…

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Want an Affordable Leather Jacket? Go Vintage

March 11, 2015

Want An Affordable Leather Jacket? Go Vintage

Every once in a while, we’ll get an email from a reader asking where can they score a leather jacket…

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eBay Roundup

March 10, 2015

EBay Roundup

We found some great shoes on eBay over the weekend, such as these Edward Green oxfords, black Simpson of Piccadilly boots, and Ralph…

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It’s On Sale: Chester Mox’s Leather Goods

March 9, 2015

It’s On Sale: Chester Mox’s Leather Goods

It’s been an eventful year for Chester Mox. Bellanie – who co-owns the company with her husband – recently graduated…

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The Denim Dress Shirt

March 9, 2015

The Denim Dress Shirt

Dress shirt fabrics are pretty straightforward. Most are plain weaves, twills, and oxfords. Some are end-on-ends. In solid colors and…

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Put This On's Inside Track for the week of March 8th - March 14th

March 7, 2015

Put This On’s Inside Track For The Week Of March 8th – March 14th

Here are our hand-selected favorites from eBay for this week, plus heads-up on recommended sales. If you’re a member of…

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Savile Row, 1957

March 7, 2015

Savile Row, 1957

My friend CrimsonSox found some wonderful images of H. Huntsman & Sons in 1957. Notice how all the tailors are…

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The Rise of Sneaker Culture Exhibit

March 6, 2015

The Rise Of Sneaker Culture Exhibit

The Brooklyn Museum will have an exhibit this summer on the rise of sneaker culture. The exhibit will look at look…

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How Army Jackets Became a Civilian Staple

March 6, 2015

How Army Jackets Became A Civilian Staple

The New York Times Magazine has a nice article today about how army jackets became civilian staples. An excerpt: But…

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eBay Roundup

March 6, 2015

EBay Roundup

It’s Spring Training, and thanks to Jesse, this week’s roundup features a pile of vintage baseball-related items. There are also…

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Q & Answer: How to Clean Suede Shoes

March 5, 2015

Q & Answer: How To Clean Suede Shoes

Eric writes: I have an oil stain on some suede oxfords. Happened when I accidentally dropped some food on them….

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Keychains for Guys Who Wear Slim Jeans

March 4, 2015

Keychains For Guys Who Wear Slim Jeans

Let’s admit it: slim, raw denim jeans don’t make for very good carrying space. The back pocket can easily hold…

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George Frazier and Sprezzatura

March 4, 2015

George Frazier And Sprezzatura

Roger Angell has a nice piece at The New Yorker this week on the noted jazz critic and menswear write George Frazier….

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eBay Roundup

March 3, 2015

EBay Roundup

Adidas has a bunch of new collaboration lines out right now. Most of them cost an arm and a leg,…

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