Primer: Affordable Men's Style, Self-Improvement, & Lifestyle

A Beginner’s Guide to Running (and Why You’ve Been Doing it Wrong)

There are plenty of things no one teaches us how to do that we go through life just assuming we do correctly. The most elemental of these? Running. If you hate running or feel like you can't run very ... [more]

The Essentials: The Duffel Bag

It feels a little silly telling you about the necessity of a duffel bag. After all, it’s purpose is one of function. A means of getting your gym gear from home to office to gym and home again. What ... [more]

50 Tips on Grooming, Style, and Living a Better Life

In life there are ways to do small things smarter that can have a significant impact on your quality of living. We've got 50 tips, tricks and hacks for what you wear, how you take care of yourself and... [more]

10 Books Every Modern Gentleman Should Read

A gentleman is a lot of things, but there is one aspect that is rarely discussed but equally important: being well-read. This not only applies to keeping up to date in a man's chosen field but also ... [more]

Style Q&A: Advice on Bags, Looking Like Magazine Models, and Wearing Rings

Grant answers your question regarding briefcases vs. messenger bags, brightly colored driving loafers, wearing clothes as good as a magazine model, button down collars with ties, and the rules for men... [more]

A Digital Watch With Some Class – A Review of the Phosphor World Clock

Surprisingly, digital watches haven't changed a whole lot since they were invented -- until now. We review the latest incarnation of the digital watch that uses the same E Ink technology as the Amazon... [more]

Five Amazing Graphic Novels That Aren’t “Watchmen”

While mainstream comics and graphic novels may be all superpowers and evil masterminds, the medium is full of fantastic work as good and important as their literary counterparts. We pick 5, what would... [more]

Where to Shop: The 10 Best Stores for Finding Affordable Men’s Style

Finding stores that stock good looking, affordable men's clothing is surprisingly difficult. We list some of our favorites, with specifics on what to look for at each.

Style Q&A: Dressing Up Casual, Wide Vs Skinny Lapels, and Tailored Recommendations

Grant answers your style questions, featuring tips on not overdressing in a casual office, understanding lapel width, and recommendations for reliable tailors in the DC area.