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Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive
Lifestyle
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
Lifestyle
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
Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip
Lifestyle
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
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
Lifestyle
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta

Come for the mountains, ocean, and adventure. Stay for the martinis, massages, and freshly cleaned sunglasses.

By Lanny Fuller
Entertainment
Locally Brewed Celebrates Midwest Beer

As "craft" beer has grown in popularity over the last decade, certain spots in the US have become hotbeds for action. From the piney IPAs of the west coast to the tremendous mixture of styles up in Vermont, there are spots that have become beercation destinations. Perhaps no area, however,…

By Mike Newman
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Features
Current Obsession: Rock Band Logos

It was usually around 10 minutes into class when your teacher started waxing poetic on the Pythagorean theorem that you started sketching rock band logos in your notebook. Suddenly the bell would ring and you’d realize you listened to absolutely nothing during class and had a composition book full of…

By Mike Newman
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Using This Waxed Canvas Utility Roll is Better Than Carrying a Purse

Until the day comes when a man can carry a purse without everyone snickering, we’ll always be at a disadvantage when it comes to carrying things around with us. This Waxed Canvas Utility Roll is a rugged way to combat this problem. Made from durable Martexin waxed canvas and oiled…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
This Sketchbook Stores Those Important Ideas You Drew on Napkins

Some of your most brilliant ideas have probably come to you after you've had a couple glasses of vino. When you're out, those ideas get quickly transcribed onto bar napkins that proceed to get wet and leave your plans to create a working time machine lost forever. This sketchbook from…

By Mike Newman
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Fashion
Dollar Shave Club Membership

Stop overpaying for brand name razors and wasting time at the drugstore. Dollar Shave Club has you covered. They ship you amazing quality blades for only a few bucks a month. Go with "The 4x" for just $6/month and if you want a shave that's downright buttery, try their "Dr. Carver's…

By Mike Newman
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