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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
Looking Good Mirror

We don't know why, but everyone looks at least twice as cool when they're wearing sunglasses. Yes, there are a few exceptions - really old guys with Oakleys, stuck-up girls with gigantic shades, Guy Fieri - but for the most part, everyone can rest assured that putting on a pair…

By Mike Newman
Looking-Good-Mirror
Entertainment
Razrs: Lost Pictures Found On Old Razr Phones

Buying 44 old Motorola Razr phones on Ebay sounds like a terrible investment. Even if they only cost a couple of bucks, that's like another beer or a burger or something. Luckily, Kyle Williams had the forethought to make that purchase and then collect some ancient texts, sexts, pics and…

By Mike Newman
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Drinks
9 Beers You Need to Drink This Winter

A light and refreshing beer is not what we’re looking for when we’re going through firewood at an incredible rate. We want something a bit heartier with enough alcohol to warm us from the inside out. This doesn't mean taste has to go by to the wayside. Here are 9…

By Mike Newman
Winter-Beers
Drinks
Wine Grail

When it comes to wine, we'll always trust the sommelier's advice. Our experience is no more than dabbling, but we do know one thing--we hate wine glasses. They're small, dainty, way too freaking easy to break and a pain in the ass to wash. Enter the Wine Grail. Made by…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Home
Insight Candles

If you only use candles to set the mood for a lady-friend while pouring some vino and softly playing Barry White, these are not the candles for you. If, on the other hand, you want to put some wax on display for general awesomeness, check out these Insight Candles. You…

By Mike Newman
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