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The 20 Albums That Defined the 2020s So Far
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The 20 Albums That Defined the 2020s So Far

Every half-decade needs its sonic markers, and the 2020s have delivered an embarrassment of riches.

2024-09-12

Is Vinyl Actually Better or Are We All Just Pretending?
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Is Vinyl Actually Better or Are We All Just Pretending?

The vinyl revival is no longer a niche hobby.

2024-09-09

The Graphic Novel You're Sleeping On
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The Graphic Novel You're Sleeping On

Adrian Tomine The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Cartoonist is a brutally honest graphic memoir about creative insecurity, public humiliation, and the gulf between how we present ourselves and how we feel inside.

2024-09-03

The Documentary You're Sleeping On
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The Documentary You're Sleeping On

All the Beauty and the Bloodshed, Laura Poitras 2022 documentary about photographer Nan Goldin activism against the Sackler family, won the Golden Lion at Venice and then seemed to vanish from conversation.

2024-09-02

The Book You're Sleeping On
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The Book You're Sleeping On

Paul Murray The Bee Sting, published in 2023, is a sprawling, darkly comic novel about an Irish family unraveling under the weight of financial collapse, personal secrets, and the slow violence of austerity-era economics.

2024-09-01

Why Mr. & Mrs. Smith Is the Best Thing Streaming Right Now
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Why Mr. & Mrs. Smith Is the Best Thing Streaming Right Now

Amazon Mr.

2024-08-29

Why ERL Is Redefining California Cool
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Why ERL Is Redefining California Cool

Eli Russell Linnetz launched ERL in 2018 and immediately disrupted the idea of what California fashion could look like.

2024-08-23

Why the Harrington Jacket Deserves Its Classic Status
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Why the Harrington Jacket Deserves Its Classic Status

The Harrington jacket has been a menswear essential since the 1930s, originally produced by Baracuta as the G9.

2024-08-21

How to Invest in Pieces That Actually Appreciate in Value
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How to Invest in Pieces That Actually Appreciate in Value

Most clothing depreciates the moment you wear it, but a small category of fashion items consistently gains value over time.

2024-08-14

The Return of the Waistcoat: Three Ways to Wear It
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The Return of the Waistcoat: Three Ways to Wear It

The waistcoat, or vest if you prefer the American term, has cycled back into relevance after years of being confined to three-piece suits and Peaky Blinders costumes.

2024-08-14

Why Everyone in Fashion Is Obsessed with Wales Bonner
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Why Everyone in Fashion Is Obsessed with Wales Bonner

Grace Wales Bonner has become one of the most critically acclaimed designers working today, winning the LVMH Prize in 2016 and consistently producing collections that merge European tailoring with African and Caribbean diasporic references.

2024-08-11

How to Shop Depop for Menswear Steals
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How to Shop Depop for Menswear Steals

Depop has evolved from a Gen-Z thrift marketplace into a legitimate sourcing platform for menswear finds.

2024-08-10

The Best Parkas for Brutal Winters That Still Look Good
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The Best Parkas for Brutal Winters That Still Look Good

Most parkas built for serious cold look like they were designed for an Arctic expedition rather than a commute.

2024-08-08

10 Things Every Guy Should Stop Wearing After 25
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10 Things Every Guy Should Stop Wearing After 25

This is not about policing personal expression.

2024-07-31

The Camp Collar Shirt Guide for Warm Weather
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The Camp Collar Shirt Guide for Warm Weather

The camp collar shirt, also called a Cuban collar or revere collar, is the single most effective warm-weather upgrade a guy can make.

2024-07-30

Why Ami Paris Nails the Sweet Spot Between Casual and Dressy
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Why Ami Paris Nails the Sweet Spot Between Casual and Dressy

Ami Paris, founded by Alexandre Mattiussi in 2011, occupies a lane that most brands fail to execute: elevated basics that feel genuinely French rather than performatively so.

2024-07-29

The Revival of Corduroy: Why It Works in 2025
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The Revival of Corduroy: Why It Works in 2025

Corduroy spent years as a punchline, the fabric your professor wore, but its comeback is no joke.

2024-07-26

The 10 Best Denim Jackets for Spring 2025
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The 10 Best Denim Jackets for Spring 2025

The denim jacket is one of those pieces that earns its place in every wardrobe through sheer versatility.

2024-07-22

The Best Workwear Brands That Aren't Carhartt
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The Best Workwear Brands That Aren't Carhartt

Carhartt dominates the workwear conversation so completely that people forget there is an entire world of brands making utilitarian clothing just as good or better.

2024-07-06

Fear of God Essentials vs. Mainline: Is There Even a Difference?
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Fear of God Essentials vs. Mainline: Is There Even a Difference?

Fear of God operates on two distinct tiers, and the gap between them is wider than most consumers realize.

2024-07-05