September 2010
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How To Get Everyone's Attention With A GTH Kit
Sometimes you want to stick out like a sore thumb, right? You want everyone to know that today is your day. If you’re still reading then you’re definitely a man who needs a GTH (Go To Hell) kit. Warning: I’m not promising that the options I’m about to offer you are not going to get you beat down.
GTH pieces can be found at a lot of places, but finding GTH worthy pieces...
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Dunderdon Fall 2010 Jackets
The latest jackets from Dunderdon have dropped and I’m excited. One of my favorite jackets is from Dunderdon and their latest has a couple pretty awesome pieces.
The brand is Swedish and it was started by a carpenter named Per-Ivan Hagberg. The company has been around since 1997 and they started by making clothing for craftsmen. That’s the company in a nutshell, but you can read the...
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Thumbs Up To: Lino Ieluzzi
I don’t even know the man, but Lino Ieluzzi’s kindness radiates from his face in all of the photos that I’ve seen of him. He’s killing me, he just looks too nice. I had to get to the bottom of what this guy’s deal is. Apparently, I’m not the only one that’s been captivated by his smiles, the Japanese love him and he’s also grabbed the attention of...
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Duck Head Oxfords
Do you remember Duck Head? I do. That duck invaded the South. And in the 80s and 90s its curious single eye stared at you so hard when you were trying to check out a lady’s rear assets. Their khaki colored shorts were a prep staple. I been had the Duck.
Enough about the shorts, they’re over for me. From what I remember, they were like wearing sand paper. I wanted to turn your...
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Just a Single Strap
Until Allen Edmonds responds to the masses and brings back the Mora (Please!), you’re gonna get stuck paying more than a couple benjamins if you want a decent pair of double monks. I know they’re poppin’ off right now. I’ve seen a couple pair floating about the bay, but that’s not the point of this post. I want to bring your attention to underappreciated single monk....
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I like my Toast crispy, brah.
Men, this may be a new brand for you, especially if you don’t have a lady. K introduced me to Toast via a bank statement surprise. She’s a big fan of the women’s line and now that they’ve put up a men’s line, I might have to return the favor. The brand has its roots in the UK and they’ve been fitting the ladies in country-casual inspired garb since...
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DIY: Wide to Skinny Tie Conversion
I had some time this weekend so I thought I’d try my hand at converting a wide tie into a skinny tie. I found this tutorial and another one that was really helpful. Honestly, there wasn’t much to it though.
I just happened to stumble upon the amazing Liberty of London tie at a thrift store this weekend. It was way too wide for my tastes though, but the cotton that makes this tie...
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The Poorer Gent's Guide to Shopping in Portland,...
I know you’ve already read my life story, especially if you’ve read the Poor Gent’s and Rich Gent’s guides, so I won’t bother you with it anymore. Let’s get to the details.
photo credit: Google Maps
Wow, you really hitchhiked all the way here from the ‘burbs? I gotta give you credit, that’s a trip. Well, you look like shit. You need some new...
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Black on Black Oversized Timex Easy Reader
I ran across another blacked out Easy Reader today and I snatched it up for you. I’ve talked about this watch before on the blog, and I’m talking about it again because it’s one of my favorites from Timex. It’s no wonder GQ added it to the August 2010 issue along side of the Panerai. This watch has a 42mm face and can make a statement. Lug to lug it holds a 20mm band and...
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Brooks Brothers Wool & Leather Varsity Jacket
I’m selling my Brooks Brothers varsity jacket. Errybody get your bid on, errybody errybody get your bid on. What!
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The Rich Gent's Guide to Shopping in Portland, OR.
I moved to Portland a little over four years ago and I’ve loved every minute of it. I try to consume everything. Being from the South (Bama), it’s a lot different from what I’ve grown up with. I remember as a kid trying to find certain clothing items and they were no where to be found. But now, there’s endless shopping and so I’d like to give you a little taste of...
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Poor Gent's Guide to Shopping in Portland, OR.
I moved to Portland a little over four years ago and I’ve loved every minute of it. I try to consume everything. Being from the South (Bama), it’s a lot different from what I’ve grown up with. I remember as a kid trying to find certain clothing items and they were no where to be found. But now, there’s endless shopping and so I’d like to give you a little taste of...
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Florsheim by Duckie Brown
I know most of you are probably not the same kind of statement makers as Nick Wooster. And it’s not common to have blazing yellow brogues on your feet while you’re struttin’ about, just doin’ your thang. Well, just in case you are in the mood to take that wardrobe of yours and add some pop to it, the Duckie design duo is there. Wuh, wuh!
I won’t get all Wikipedia on...
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Oregon Vineyards - David Hill and Tualitin...
On Saturday, I lost my sobriety at this charming little house.
For a quality bottle of wine on the cheap, you gotta try David Hill. For a good drink during a picnic, grab a bottle of the Farmhouse white.
We arrived early (They open at 12pm on Saturday, BTW.) so I decided to snap some shots of the beauty.
After we drained David Hill, we headed over to the Tualitin Vineyard to have more...
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J.Crew Lug Sole Wingtip
Does anyone remember these monsters from J.Crew? Well, because I like to walk on the wild side, I ordered a pair. Beware, these big dawgs shouldn’t be your first choice when it comes to wingtips. These are a special breed and they should only be worn with your most rugged trouser. I found these on eBay the other night and while really sleepy and intoxicated, I pulled the trigger on them.
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The Sebago Spinnaker
It doesn’t take much to get me hunting. I’m a natural internet scavenger. If you’ve ever seen my inspiration site, you’d know that I’m a level II style hoarder. Whatever, admitting your problem is the first step, right?
After seeing the following image of the guy wearing tan, blue and white boat shoes, I knew I had to find some. And because I have quite a few pairs...
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Sale Alert: Save 43% on the L.L. Bean Field Pants
I know I haven’t been posting as much as I usually do. Blame it on the alcohol. I’ve fallin’ in to a deep dark hole—much like my pals Draper and Phillips. At least I’ve been working on the Vicks account with Campbell and didn’t get smacked with the Samsonite load. Poor Peggy. Anyway, I thought I’d take a moment, now that I’ve pulled myself up out of my own...