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Our Favorite Finds From Bespoke Post’s Fourth of July Sale
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I Watched USA vs. Bosnia Through the Lens of a Prediction Market

Checking Polymarket throughout the round of 32 game added an interesting perspective to my watching experience. Here are my notes.

By Lanny Fuller
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The Iconic REEF Fanning Sandal Just Hit Legal Drinking Age

Four new models join the family of clever, beach-bum approved sandals featuring a bottle opener in the sole

By Beau Hayhoe
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The Best Tank Watches For Men Are Wearable History for Your Wrist

The retro style and its “hip to be square” ethos add distinguished flair to your timepiece rotation.

By Beau Hayhoe
Fashion
6 Beanies to Keep You Looking Good All Winter Long

Beanies are a winter staple. They’re simple, they’re versatile, and most importantly, they’re functional. They can roll up to be packed away in a pocket or bag, and they can usually hold up to the elements. They keep us warm when the weather outside is frightful, but they also keep…

By Maxwell Barna
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Audio
8 AirPod Alternatives to Consider

It’s been roughly one year since Apple released their highly anticipated AirPod earbuds, with their instant connectivity and quick-charge dock and “superior sound,” and, regardless of how you feel about the way they look, they are selling like hotcakes. If you want a pair of earbuds you can actually get…

By Maxwell Barna
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Cameras
7 Instant Cameras That Don’t Suck

In an age where the cameras on our smartphones are capable of billboard-quality selfies and where 12- and 13-inch screens equipped with downloadable software give us all the power of a state-of-the-art film lab, it would seem there’s no room for a relic like film photography. Then again, people were…

By Maxwell Barna
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Clothing
Wear This: End of the Year Get-Together

Whether you're celebrating the upcoming holidays or just getting together to bid 2017 adieu, you probably have quite a few social functions on the docket over the next couple weeks. For all those occasions that don't require a suit and tie, opt for an outfit like the one you see…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Entertainment
The 10 Best Podcasts of 2017

Podcasting is still in its infancy. Only recently have we seen companies spring up to try and capitalize on its popularity. While we're all for giving everyone a shot at audio glory, we do appreciate the polish that comes along with a bit of a cash flow. That, along with…

By Mike Newman
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