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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
The Walking Dead Minimalist Prints

The return of The Walking Dead this past weekend was accompanied by record setting ratings. Whether you're part of the crowd that's been there since the beginning, or you just joined in on the adventures of Rick and his blood-soaked crew, you're no doubt hooked. To showcase your walker weakness,…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
Chocolate Gaming Dice Set

Look, we get it. Rolling for critical hits is hard work. If your barbarian is going to be running around decapitating people and keeping their heads in a bag (true story) you're going to need some energy to keep those dice rolling. We can't think of a better way to…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Entertainment
Mixtape: New Music Monday

Monday is everyone's least favorite day of the week. You have to go back to work. You have to see your coworkers again. You don't get to sleep in til 1pm and immediately start drinking when you get up. This Monday sucks just a little bit less because you have…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Food
Mini Guitar Skillet

There is absolutely nothing practical about this "mini guitar skillet." Normally, kitchenware is supposed to be practical, but we're going to make a special exception in the case of this 11" guitar skillet. Lodge makes this cast iron beauty in their Tennessee foundry and describes it as being perfect for…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Drinks
Rate Your Beer Coasters

If you're the kind of guy stocks his fridge with craft beer before a party, prepare to have your guests love you just a little more. These Rate Your Beer Coasters aren't exactly necessary for the "grab a case of Natty Ice and party" crowd, but will fit right in…

By Mike Newman
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