Filter:

<i>The French Connection</i> and the Golden Age of the Turtleneck

October 15, 2015

The French Connection And The Golden Age Of The Turtleneck

When you think of the representative wardrobe item from 1971′s The French Connection, you probably think of Popeye Doyle’s (Gene…

Read More »

Summer Suits From Uniqlo

May 13, 2015

Summer Suits From Uniqlo

One of the great frustrations about the low end of tailored men’s clothing is how hard it is to find…

Read More »

The Henley Round-Up Guide

April 27, 2015

The Henley Round-Up Guide

Henleys can be a great alternative to t-shirts when you want something equally casual, but visually more interesting. The half-placket,…

Read More »

Uniqlo Expands

April 7, 2015

Uniqlo Expands

New Uniqlo store openings are less exciting now that the company has an online shop, but for readers in Seattle,…

Read More »

Uniqlo to Open in Canada

January 27, 2015

Uniqlo To Open In Canada

Well, Toronto anyway.

Read More »

It’s On Sale: Uniqlo Socks

December 1, 2014

It’s On Sale: Uniqlo Socks

Uniqlo socks, the choice of colorful misers everywhere, are on deep discount. A buck a pair – choose from fifty…

Read More »

Splurging on Outerwear and Knitwear

October 15, 2014

Splurging On Outerwear And Knitwear

The centerpiece of almost any ensemble tends to be outermost layer. It’s what people see most easily, and what covers…

Read More »

Uniqlo’s Flannels

October 1, 2014

Uniqlo’s Flannels

I picked up a couple of Uniqlo flannels last month and have been happily surprised by how often I turn…

Read More »

Q & Answer: What Clothes Can You Wear for Running?

August 27, 2014

Q & Answer: What Clothes Can You Wear For Running?

Michael asks: I saw in your post about activity trackers that you run. Do you have any suggestions for good…

Read More »

Uniqlo Fits Short, Slim People … For Now

August 26, 2014

Uniqlo Fits Short, Slim People … For Now

PRI reports that Uniqlo’s expansion into the US hasn’t been very successful, partly because Americans are having a difficult time…

Read More »

Real People: The Endurance of Prep

July 17, 2014

Real People: The Endurance Of Prep

Prep style is a little like ska music (bear with me). Although it’s never really gone, every decade or so…

Read More »

Five Great Things That Come With A Leather Jacket

April 17, 2014

Five Great Things That Come With A Leather Jacket

I wear sport coats most days of the week, but for the last two years or so, I’ve been breaking…

Read More »

Real People: Intent vs. Practice

March 18, 2014

Real People: Intent Vs. Practice

Nearly every piece of clothing we own was designed as part of someone’s vision, whether that vision was personal or…

Read More »

Staying Warm at Home

November 21, 2013

Staying Warm At Home

I recently moved into a new apartment, and like most homes in the Bay Area, the insulation is terrible. Heat…

Read More »

Getting a Good Grey Sweatshirt

October 30, 2013

Getting A Good Grey Sweatshirt

Every fall season, I can’t seem to stop myself from buying more sweaters, but the one I keep coming back…

Read More »