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Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive
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Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive
By Andy Vasoyan
Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine
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Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine

The Tie Bar teamed up with Searchlight Pictures on a capsule collection that brings the retro wardrobe into the real world.

By Beau Hayhoe
The Cool Gift Guides of 2026 The Cool Gift Guides of 2026
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The Cool Gift Guides of 2026

We made a list. Check it as often as you like.

By Cool Material
Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip
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Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip

Kohler is doubling down on its reputation as a world-class golf destination with a new course, new places to stay, and even more reasons to visit.

By Cool Material
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10 TED Talks Every Guy Should See

Become a fan of TED Talks and you’ll quickly get sucked down a rabbit hole of videos, podcasts and mind-expanding information. They can expose you to new ideas and entertain you in the process, but not every TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) Talk is really all that good. In fact, some…

By Mike Newman
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The Best Advice from Reddit’s /r/LifeProTips

We’ve said it before, but our love for Reddit can’t be overstated. The self-titled “Front Page of the Internet” is our favorite place to browse, and whether we want the latest breaking news, some sweet EarthPorn, or just want to see what’s trending, we know Reddit is the place to…

By Maxwell Barna
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6 Alternative Bachelor Party Ideas That Are Better Than Vegas

Las Vegas… the foundation of the American bachelor party. While there is no denying that this city has a time and place, there is a different (and some would say better) way to celebrate the end of single-dom. A bachelor party should be a place to reflect, enjoy, and most…

By Drew Haas
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8 Shows We’re Looking Forward to This Spring

Time’s still moving forward, which means great TV shows are still being made. The problem is, knowing which shows will be great can take some serious second-sight. Since we don’t have that and have to limit ourselves to personal preference and gut feelings, which we still feel pretty confident in.…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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A Guide to Indoor Plants

A bit of green in a home or office does a lot to keep your spirits up no matter what time of year, so investing in a house or office plant is less of a plant adoption and more about practical mental health maintenance. That said, you’re not looking to…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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