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

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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Puerto Vallarta Beyond the Beach: A Journey Through Art & Culture

The Cool Material 2026 Fall Style Guide
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The Cool Material 2026 Fall Style Guide

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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
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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

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Cool Party: Our End of Summer Hosting Guide
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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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Royal Flush by Poo-Pourri

A Before-You-Go Spray that takes the Odor Away! Have a hot date over for Mexican and only have one bathroom? Royal Flush by Poo-Pourri has got you covered. Simply spray it in the bowl before you go and she won't have a clue.

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Boombox UK Flag Tee

It is time that you become a bad ass Brit rocker. Practice your best British accent, put on a Sex Pistols album, and get your day going! Don't forget to top everything off by wearing this awesome tee shirt.

By Tim Jacobsen
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The Future is Unwritten

The Future is Unwritten is more than just a biography of Clash front man Joe Strummer; it is a tribute and closer look of a musician, artist and devoted human being. This documentary features the good, bad, and ugly of the genius musician that changed the way music is done.

By Tim Jacobsen
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Orbit Watch

You will be telling time with complete and utter style when you are wearing Alexander Burhan's Orbit Watch. It is sure to impress with its clean, simple lines and Swiss quartz movement, and coming in such colors as silver, charcoal or yellow.

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Cypher

Flip the pages of this book to explore the underground culture of competitive break dancing. Noted rock photographer Charles Peterson tackles the topic with his camera, documenting different events in Seattle, New York and L.A. The elegant photography display the amazing movements that the human body can do and will…

By Tim Jacobsen
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