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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
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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
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
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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
Lifestyle
Heritage: Anthony Lawson

When I was around 13 my grandfather handed me his old Buck knife and tells me "every man should have a knife." Years later I realized that the gift was less about the knife and more about the unsaid sentiment, which is why I cherish it. This also might explain…

By Cool Material Guest
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The Kings County Distillery Guide to Urban Moonshining: How to Make and Drink Whiskey

If you are planning on making your own whiskey, or anything for that matter, it helps to have a knowledge of its history and nuances to better understand what will make you successful. This book, from the founders of Kings County Distillery, will provide you with a wealth of whiskey…

By Mike Newman
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Objects in Mirror Are Losing Decals

The truth is, second place isn't really all that bad. You almost won. You almost finished at the top of your field. If you're Earnhardt, Sr. or one half of shake and bake, second just isn't good enough. If you're not first; you're last. Second place is the first loser.…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Lazareth Wazuma V8F Matte Edition

Ok, stop us if you’ve heard this one: What do you get when you cross a Ferrari, BMW, and a quad? Give up yet? You get the Lazareth Wazuma V8F Matte Edition. And believe us when we say, the Wazuma is no f’ing joke. Strap on your helmet and buckle…

By Kevin McCauley
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Lifestyle
Heritage: Bill Hovard

This magnificent German numerator (circa 1920) was found on the top shelf of a dusty cabinet in a Stockholm thrift store. Offering both a sans-serif and serif font selector, the numerator also offers four distinct font sizes. This object has become one of the Hudson Made essential tools and we…

By Cool Material Guest
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