Brett Braley
The Clarks Original Wallabee Gets a Facelift for Summer
If you’re not familiar with Clarks’ Wallabee, you’ve definitely seen it around. It’s a classic in menswear, featuring a lower, constructed Chukka design. While the model has a few colorways to choose from, the latest revamp may be the most ambitious yet. The body of the shoe is a hand-dyed black…
Todd Snyder’s Latest Design Project? 20 Bungalows in Maine
After Todd Snyder partnered with L.L. Bean, we could all see that the two American brands had created something special. Imagine my delight to know that Snyder has made his way back to the Pine State for a new project. This time, it was designing the interiors for twenty one-bedroom…
Reebok’s Maharishi Classic Legacy AZ
While you know the Reebok brand, Maharishi may be a new name for you. A brand founded in 1994, they design clothes that merge eco-conscious designs with a utilitarian focus. You can definitely see this in the recent collaboration between the two brands on the Classic Legacy AZ. Taking the…
Retro Toyota Land Cruisers Are Hitting the US Market
San Diego is set to get the first Flex Dealership in the U.S. this month. If you’re one of the uninitiated that doesn’t know what Flex is, get ready for your latest obsession. These Tokyo-based dealerships reconstruct Toyota Land Cruisers and turn them into tricked-out, vintage-style restomods. With a bespoke…
The 10 Best Summer Suits for Every Budget in 2022
Finding the right suit can be a challenge at any time - but especially in the summer months. The extra layers of fabric, mixed with the hot sun and dreaded humidity, can really limit the pleasures of dressing up. And with that excess heat comes a whole slew of other…
Leatherman Darkside
The EDC space is like an incubator of design. Taking elements of functionality and finding new ways to approach them has been a method to continuously ignite intrigue within the market. Take, for instance, Leatherman’s Darkside. As the name implies, this multi-tool is covered in a matte black PVD, with…
Dango Spec-Ops Watch
Dango products are made to be put to the test, and their Spec-Ocs watch is no different. A military-style watch, its design was inspired by “military, first responders, preppers and outdoor enthusiasts”, making it a rugged and functional timepiece for just about any situation. Sitting on a nylon NATO band,…
Converse and A-Cold-Wall* Partner on the Sponge Crater
I know what you’re thinking: Brett, not another chunky shoe! But, I just had to talk about the Sponge Crater. While the design itself has a futuristic look, the approach to its creation was to simplify the shoe altogether, focusing on comfort and trying to decomplicate the overall manufacturing process.…
The Nike ISPA Link Sneakers: The Future of Footwear
It’s releases like this one that show just how Nike has remained at the forefront of the shoe industry for all of these years. Meet the ISPA Link, a shoe that’s about circular design, without sacrificing on comfort. While other brands may be looking toward tech integration into their footwear,…
PUMA x Porsche Suede RS 2.7
Germany has a reputation for great design and, thankfully, two juggernaut brands are only increasing their overall portfolio for us to admire. PUMA and Porsche have recently collaborated on a new sneaker to celebrate the 1911 Carrera RS 2.7. This legendary car was first released in 1972 and quickly became…
The Best Outdoor Furniture for Your Patio, Deck, and Backyard
Recently my husband and I finally bit the bullet (and dropped a few thou’) to build a courtyard in the back of the house. Inspired by Mediterranean-by-way-of-Appalachia, the garden is a beautifully clean space with tonal gravel and a potager with herbs and lettuces and tomatoes to the side of…
Madewell x Topo Designs
Longtime favorites of Madewell, Topo Designs has teamed up with the brand to create what has been described as “adventure-ready” styles for Summer. The Colorado-made apparel brand has perfectly encapsulated the Madewell design philosophy while making their pieces undeniably their own. From breathable shorts with the tiniest bit of tailoring…
‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ House is For Sale
If you’ve been dreaming of Dicaprio’s mansion from 2013’s The Wolf of Wall Street for the past decade, well, Reader, it can now be yours. Yes, that’s right, Jordan Belfort’s mansion is up for sale. Listed for $10 million, the house sits on 5-acres of the Golden Coast, the elite…
APC x Lacoste Capsule Collection
As a self-diagnosed Francophile, I’m no stranger to the French labels APC and Lacoste. Because of this, I was excited to see the two juggernauts in the gallic ready-to-wear space collaborate on a capsule collection this week. Playing with exaggerated themes of sportiness, while not losing any of the tres…
Leica Unveils the M-A Titan
There’s something to be said for a brand that remains steadfastly true to itself. Take, for instance, Leica. A German brand that’s been around since 1869, Leica has built a reputation for itself as unparalleled in the photography industry. Most interestingly, they haven’t given up on manual photography just yet.…