I’m really torn over Black Friday. On one hand, I’m against the idea of buying something simply because “it’s a good price”. Closets are full of clothes bought on sale they their owners never wear. On the other hand, though, I love the idea of adding value to one’s wardrobe…
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Instagram Round-Up for the Week of October 12
I really am the worst blogger. I spend so much time stressing over getting my Instagram posts up, and then I never tell you anything about what I’m wearing. It’s tough. I really struggle with fighting against the quick hit of a “like” or a “retweet” that I don’t put…

The State of Menswear Today
In July 2007, a television show debuted that would change the face of menswear forever. I don’t think one can overstate how important “Mad Men” was to the world of men’s style. For the first time in a generation, men saw how good they could look in a suit, and,…

The Monk Strap Is Dead, Long Live Double Monk Strap Shoes
*Beckett Simonon provided the double monk strap shoes featured in this post* A few years ago, you couldn’t swing a stick without hitting a pair of double monk strap shoes. They were omnipresent. However, it now seems like that trend has run its course. But I’m here to tell you,…

My Cheaney Mid-Season Sale Picks
It is no surprise that now is a great time for at-home shopping, if you have the means. Brands are offering a variety of deals and promotions to keep sales up. The goal for most of these companies is to just make it through until the majority of retail shoppers…