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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
How Much Does Walter White Have Left?

Keeping track of what's left in Walt's duffle bag is trickier than figuring out who's banging who in Game of Thrones. Every episode of Breaking Bad features Mr. White either cashing in or dipping in to his bankroll. If you've been wondering how he's doing, here's some help. TV.com via Mashable

By Mike Newman
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Home
The Pen Project

Buying pens on Kickstarter has become an addiction. We could probably start a whole new website just based on the pens talented designers the world over bring to production using funding acquired through Kickstarter. We're not actually going to do that because it takes months for most of the people…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Andrew Archer Illustrations

Odds are you’ve seen at least one of Andrew Archer’s illustrations. He’s created pieces for everything from Onitsuka Tiger’s California 78 re-release to the Vendetta Films 24 Hour Movie Marathon for clients ranging from WIRED to ESPN to Audi EU (the list is a book in and of itself). Without…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Fashion
Decked Out: Bruce Wayne

The reviews are in and, spoiler alert, most people (94-96% actually, including critics) think The Dark Knight is awesome. Christian Bale's gravelly voice might fit perfectly when paired with a nipple-less suit of armor, but Batman's alter-ego Bruce Wayne is also an important character in the grand scheme of things.…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Drinks
Death Wish Coffee

Seriously, what the hell is the purpose of decaf? Coffee can taste good and all, but the main reason we drink it is to clear the cobwebs from our brain and make us functioning members of society. If you happen to agree, Death Wish Coffee is must buy. One cup will…

By Mike Newman
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