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As the name denotes, this Leica SL2-S is made for someone ready to explore the world and document it along the way. Made from a rugged aramid fiber covering and scratch-resistant green paint, it's designed to go with you, no matter where the road -- or assignment -- may take…
Todd Snyder continues to create garments that feel right at home in New England and it appears his latest, a blanket-lined barn jacket, tells us he's prepping for a cold winter ahead. This jacket pairs classic elements of Todd Snyder -- American workwear, generous patterns for layering, and a dedication…
While packing for a recent trip to New York City, I had my sweatpants for the plane, a jacket, and an overabundance of underwear. But this trip was a special occasion — meeting with a book publisher and a few people behind notable menswear shops — so I needed something…
Launched on Friday, October 28, Seiko and Rowing Blazers team up once again to create a capsule collection that encompasses the spirit of sport -- and prep -- that underlies the Rowing Blazer's brand. A grail collaboration for the brand, this automatic Seiko 5 Sports is a 40mm watch that…
Saturated Mediterranean beaches. Exiled Russian aristocrats. Senators’ wives. Roman temples. Palm Beach mansions. Striped umbrellas, tiaras, and Cuban cigars. These are, of course, only a small portion of what Slim Aarons documented during his decades-long career. Aarons, whose work has had a resurgence since the Instagram age, is best remembered…
Three juggernauts in the menswear scene -- Beams, New Balance, and Paperboy -- teamed up on their own interpretation of the 920 NB model and it paid off handsomely. In an all-grey colorway, this shoe has the neutrality and versatility of a sneaker that's meant to be worn: easily pairing…
Who knew a flask could be so beautiful? Usually reserved for tailgates and bachelor gifts, a flask isn't something I normally think of as a piece of art. But Shinola may have just changed my mind. Their partnership with Vermont Copper has created a beautiful objet d'arte that just happens to…
To my horologically inclined friends, let me apologize up front. I’m just not a watch guy. Try as I might, a watch has always been utilitarian for me. I like the weight of a timepiece, but think of it more as a bracelet. The fact that it can tell time…
At some point in my early 20s, I started to really like the idea of owning a corduroy suit. Maybe it’s because I have a love for English aristocracy, or perhaps it’s because I studied English at uni, or maybe I was inspired by the style in Wes Anderson movies.…
Tracksmith, the running lover's cult favorite, has teamed up with prep giant J Crew on a capsule collection just in time to enjoy the fall foliage on your next jog. This collection has collegiate flair without any of the pretention, mixing old school Ivy League designs with a decidedly mature…
The three things I need for any trip are the following: my passport, my phone charger, and my Kindle. I use it religiously. I developed a habit of reading an hour before bed every night and, with a husband who is a light sleeper, the Kindle has been a godsend.…
This is Worth the Hype, where Cool Material's writers and editors put popular products to the test to see if they are, in fact, worth the hype. I’m always talking about fountain pens. I know, I know, but hear me out. If you have a good pen, everything seems to…
Boots are a staple. Dressed up or dressed down, there’s something about a boot that feels a little more put together and prepared than, say, a sneaker. And that goes for the best boots for fall, winter, spring, or, yes, even summer. That said, there are a lot of options…
When people think of the Jazz age, they tend to think of tailored suiting with interesting proportions. Levi's, inspired by this period, wanted to look behind the stage, so to speak, and design a collection of clothing that was inspired instead by what those musicians wore off-duty. The Levi's Vintage…
Le Alfré is shaking up the menswear scene...or is it stirring it? Either way you look at it, the nascent clothing brand is expanding their offerings to lifestyle products which enhance the overall experience of what it means to be a gentleman in the 21st century. Take, for example, their…
