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Cool Material’s Fall Guide to the Great Outdoors

Fall is just around the corner, and if you've endured more than a few humid spells this summer, you'll agree that it can't come a moment too soon. Whether you're an accomplished outdoorsman or glamping is more your speed, the temperate weather means its the perfect time to get out…

Audio Nerds Love This $900 Japanese Headphone Amp

The generation that grew up with compressed MP3s is suddenly discovering all they've been missing.

The 15 Best Dress Shoes for Summer 2025

Suits get all the attention in men's formalwear, but it’s really the shoes where one can push boundaries or adhere to strict fashion praxis. I tend to lean towards the basic suits—navy, dark blue, grey, charcoal, light black, faded black, and black—while I let my footwear shoe off a bit…

Yes, You Do Need a Green Table Lamp

Change up the vibe in any room and add a pop of 2025's most on-trend hue.

Where to Sip and Stay in France’s Champagne Region

Located roughly 90 miles northeast of Paris, Reims is the largest city in the region and a fantastic home base to explore the region.

Why a Few Good Oxford Shirts Are Really All You Need

We found the best Oxford shirts you can wear for just about any occasion.

Bartenders Explain Why Cocktails Taste Better From the Bar (and How to Emulate Them)

On my walk to the bar, I rehearsed “para uno, en la barra está bien” exactly 30 times. I once read about a technique called mega-drilling, suggesting it takes 30 repetitions to cement a memory. I can’t tell you if it works, though. Because when I arrived at Baltra Bar,…

The Best Deals of the Week: Alex Crane Sample Sale, 44% Off HP Laptops, and More

These are the exceptional deals handpicked for Cool Material readers in gear, apparel, watches, tech, travel & more.