After posting the Sandy Relief Notebooks we received a lot of requests for a t-shirt, so here it is. Thank you all for your support. The Cool Material office, along with most of our employees, are located in New Jersey. Despite lost power and a few downed trees, we all made it through Sandy okay. Some of our friends, ... continue reading
It takes a certain guy to be able to pull off a bandana. Usually a dude rocking one rides a Harley or was a WWF star some years ago. Still, the iconic designs of classic bandanas are pretty sweet and something we've always wished to incorporate into our wardrobe. While we are having a hard time justifying tossing down ... continue reading
For a no-frills flask that's perfect to toss in your bag when you're out camping or exploring, turn to Stanley. The classic brand has been crafting solid, well-made food and drink gear since 1913. Their latest flask is the first in the Adventure Series which is aimed at being both essential and rugged. With more grip ... continue reading
It's no secret that we like good bikes. And since it isn't every day that we ride our bicycles in the nude, we need a few good tees to wear on our travels. Fyasko is a grassroots company made up of artists, surfers, musicians, and skateboarders who are influenced by the unconventional cultures that surround these ... continue reading
How is is that so many skate brands get it right when it comes to t-shirts? It's safe to say that more than half of those who wear them have never set foot on a longboard. In the case of Altamont, it probably helps that their group of creative contributors are skateboarders, musicians, artists, and designers. Thanks ... continue reading
Even non-nerds have jumped on the pixel bandwagon. In a time where design strives to look so true-to-life, it's fun to appreciate the way it once was. You don't even have to be into web design or have love for old school video games to appreciate Pixelivery's collection of t-shirts. You need only a thing for really ... continue reading
Just when you thought we reached the limits of button technology, along comes Button 2.0. This is easily the first button innovation we can ever remember, and it happens to be pretty neat. Button 2.0 replaces a standard button with a button/headphone cord holder. It's a standard shirt button except it has a little ... continue reading
Until our bodies get contorted and we start riding our bikes in an odd new way, we're going to deal with the issue of banging our knees into whatever we've stuffed in our front pockets. So, until that strange new evolution comes, start wearing the Riding Hoodie from State Bicycle Co. when you're on your two-wheeler. ... continue reading
No matter where you went to college, there's no doubt you learned more outside the classroom than inside. Okay, even if that's not 100% true, if you're like us, you spent most of that time in the classroom browsing the web any way. That's why we'd like to proudly wear this sweatshirt in memory of old IU (Internet University). ... continue reading
We like cool socks. Actually, we really like cool socks. It's one of the few places in your wardrobe that you can throw a big middle finger to the people upstairs by being loud and obnoxious but not lose your job. The problem with any good socks (even the non-funky ones) is that eventually they'll get holes in the ... continue reading
We've showed you t-shirts that features zombies, superheroes, and some other ridiculous graphics that are "costume" appropriate. But here are a few more anyway. You're welcome. These styles are quiet, tasteful, and manage to fall under the category of a little creepy and a lot festive without being grotesque...or making ... continue reading
Camo is a look you want to incorporate into your wardrobe sparingly. Too much and you either look like you're in the military or you're crazier than Gary Busey and you may be carrying a weapon. It's why we dig these chinos from Libertine Libertine. Instead of going all out with the camo print, they offer a subtle splash ... continue reading
When done right, jeans and a plain white tee can easily qualify as rugged or badass. The same can't always be said about today's selection of graphic tees. Iron & Resin offers several exceptions. Their small, hand built collection of goods appeals to men who aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves and get dirt ... continue reading
Have you ever pondered why they're called a "pair of pants," but the store always has sales on "Insert-Label-Here Dress Pant?" Oh yeah, neither have we. We definitely did not spend a whole lunch talking about the finer points of pantaloons because that would just be weird. You know when you don't have that problem? ... continue reading
Just when we think we've seen every cool t-shirt designer there is to see, we discover another. Veteran Manchester-based brand, Bench has been around since the late 80's, when skateboarding and bmxing were just fads on the rise. New to the USA, you'll want to check out how the top selling UK urban streetwear brand ... continue reading
Carrying a knife can be annoying. You either have one clipped to your keychain which is useful in minor box cutting operations, or you carry a larger knife looped to your belt and you look like an unfashionable serial killer. Luckily, Bowen Knife Company has you discreetly covered. Their 100% USA-manufactured knife ... continue reading
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