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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
Home
Kaufmann Mercantile Made A Manly Lint Brush

Lint rollers are the devil. They generate a huge amount of waste. They're expensive. They take a few attempts to do their job correctly. Unfortunately, unless you want clothing completely covered in fur or hair, they're a necessary evil. The big box plastic ones that require $5 refills are a…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Drinks
Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company is Finding Lost Whiskey

There are warehouses at distilleries across the bourbon landscape of America that house booze that has never seen the light of day. Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company is setting out to find these rare offerings and bottle them for your enjoyment. The first two - Barterhouse Whiskey and Old Blowhard…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
This Book is Like an Encyclopedia for Sneakerheads

If you're the kind of guy who owns sneakers you don't wear because you want to keep them in pristine condition, say hello to your new reference manual. Sneakers: The Complete Limited Editions Guide from U-Dox is loaded with images and info on some of the most desired limited editions and…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
DIY Furniture 2 Brings You More Projects To Make Your Home Awesome

The follow-up to Christopher Stuart's last book of killer home projects is set to be released in May and it's filled with 30 new DIY outlines to try your hand at. Don't worry, this isn't your girlfriend's Pinterest page, the designs are modern and often boast a hint of ruggedness.…

By Mike Newman
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Home
Pierce Thiot Sticks Random Things In His Beard With Glorious Results

A great beard doesn't just look good, it's functional. Have some cereal and magically find a marshmallow piece stuck in your face hair for an afternoon snack! Pierce Thiot demonstrates the power of his glorious facial hair as he sticks random items in his beard and documents his successes. Check…

By Mike Newman
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