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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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The 9 Movies We’re Most Excited About in 2018

There are a lot of great movies coming out in 2018. While we're all for the spandex tights and superpowers that will ultimately be the backbone of 2018's greatest blockbusters, there are plenty of other movies being released this year that don't necessarily involve childhood fantasies about saving the world.…

By Cooper Fleishman
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8 White Noise Machines to Help You Get Some Sleep This Year

One in three Americans doesn’t get enough sleep. That statistic, though somewhat jarring, probably doesn’t shock anyone who reads it. Is sleep important? Absolutely. But does it usually come secondary to our lives’ more immediate daily struggles? Definitely. So, when it comes to getting better quality sleep and more of…

By Maxwell Barna
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Our 10 Most Anticipated Books for 2018

The past year gave us some damn good reads. Now, it’s time to look ahead at what the new year has in store for our reading pleasure. While many more titles will be announced, here are the confirmed books we’re most excited about. You’ll probably find one or two on…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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7 Journals for Keeping Tabs on 2018

One of our biggest realizations this year was that we spent entirely too much time storing memories on the Internet. The only time we remember the things we’ve done or the places we’ve been is when Facebook reminds us, or when a friend posted a #tbt. Well, we’re done with…

By Maxwell Barna
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Our 12 Most Anticipated Games of 2018

Even casual gamers have plenty to be excited for this year, with releases from big developers and indie outfits that’ll keep you entertained for hours. Where we could, we’ve included specific dates or seasons, but as anyone who spends any time following gaming can tell you, release dates in the…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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