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Why Iconic American Bootmaker Nicks Built Its New Line in Mexico

Why Iconic American Bootmaker Nicks Built Its New Line in Mexico

Simply Good Boots launched this week at $300. It’s all leather, it’s made in León, and the brand will be the first to tell you it isn’t a Nicks. That’s kind of the point.

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Black Book: 12 Products Our Editors Loved in September 2026
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Is Williamsburg the Most Underrated Golf Destination in America?
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

Our favorite places to stay, eat, drink, explore, and linger in one of Mexico's most captivating beach towns.

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We Did a Little Sole Searching for Pickup Season
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The Secret to Perfectly Messy Hair
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What We're Buying
The Cool Shop

What I'm buying, wearing, and using, this week.

Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

Our favorite places to stay, eat, drink, explore, and linger in one of Mexico's most captivating beach towns.

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We Did a Little Sole Searching for Pickup Season

Your basketball shoes might be ready for the court. But are your feet?

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The Secret to Perfectly Messy Hair

The perfect balance of polished and undone, without the crunch, grease, or obvious effort.

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Puerto Vallarta Beyond the Beach: A Journey Through Art & Culture

The Cool Material 2026 Fall Style Guide
The Cool Material 2026 Fall Style Guide
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What We're Buying

The Cool Material 2026 Fall Style Guide

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How to Serve Great Cocktails Without Missing Your Own Party

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Is Williamsburg the Most Underrated Golf Destination in America?

My Blind Date With Victoria at the Presidents Cup
My Blind Date With Victoria at the Presidents Cup
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My Blind Date With Victoria at the Presidents Cup

Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000
This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000
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This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000

Cool Party: Our End of Summer Hosting Guide
Cool Party: Our End of Summer Hosting Guide
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Cool Party: Our End of Summer Hosting Guide

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

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The Summer Edit: 10 Pieces That Make Getting Dressed Ridiculously Easy

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Speedo Underwater MP3 Player

Now swimmers can enjoy a little melody with their workout with this Speedo waterproof mp3 player built to dive underwater. Being able to withstand a depth of 3 meters, you can go lap after lap to a different beat each time. And the 1GB storage space allows you to bring…

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Birkiland Cups

Check out Birkiland's cool coffee or tea cups made using a variety of wall hooks and cabinet knobs. Have your morning coffee in something that resembles "found art" more than just a plain-ole coffee cup. Creative, cool, rustic and very very unique.

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Clothing
The Polisher Polo Shirt

This slim fitting, 100% cotton polo will keep you cool both in looks and temperature. Made to offer a vintage style, the ribbed sleeves will keep you comfortable while maintaining the ideal fit. The stripper-like image on the breast gives this shirt a bad attitude, adding to the coolness factor.…

By Tim Jacobsen
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Sneakers T Shirt

Wear this soft, comfortable t-shirt that displays a little urban flavor. Oversized sneakers dangling from the power lines are a symbol that signifies you can fit in anywhere. Feel free to wear it in the suburbs and give them a taste of what city life is all about. Metropolitan culture…

By Tim Jacobsen
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Drinks
Bodum Pavina Glasses

These glasses are built with a two clear layers, giving one the impression your drink is floating inside. The double layer also helps keep your beverages at the temperature you ordered it while not affecting the feel of the outside of the glass. The rounded look helps the drinks go…

By Tim Jacobsen
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