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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.

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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.

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8 Metal Cuffs That Work With Anything

Whether you're looking for something to offset your latest watch acquisition or pair with new selvedge, a cuff bracelet is a good idea. There are plenty of options out there for men's cuffs depending on material, design, price, color, style and maker, so we're here to help whittle it down. We picked out 8…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Hands-On: Felix Gray Computer Glasses – Glasses That Ease the Pain of Staring at Computer Screens

Think of how much of your day is spent looking at a screen. At work you flip on a computer. When you get home you turn on the TV. Hell, we can't be the only ones who scroll through Twitter in the bathroom, right? So, if you're wondering why your eyes hurt…

By Mike Newman
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What to Drink This Weekend: Sky With No Ceiling

“This layered port cocktail is inspired by the Oscar nominated movie La La Land,” says Jenn Knott, Head Bartender at 312 Chicago. It’s made with cognac, amaro, lemon juice, simple syrup, port and an egg white. “I used cognac, which I view as a romantic spirit because of its origins…

By Christopher Osburn
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Behind the Scenes of a High-Stakes Poker Game

Poker has always been a game of chance and skill that has managed to entice people from all walks of life—everyone from wealthy businessmen to back-alley hustlers—to its tables. Endless American folk tales discuss cowboys and Wild West bandits battling it out in high-stakes games that eventually led to shoot…

By Maxwell Barna
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7 Beers Smokier Than a Campfire

If you’ve never tasted a Rauchbier, you’re missing out. This is especially true if you’re a fan of Islay Scotches like Ardbeg, Laphroaig and Lagavulin. Like many beer styles, the Rauchbier originated in Germany. It’s known for its smoky flavor. It gets this unique taste from the use of malted…

By Christopher Osburn
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