Alternatives to Amazon Prime Day 2019: Great Deals for Black Friday in July
As many as 250 retailers are poised to crash Prime Day, which takes place July 15-16, 2019, by offering their own coupons and deals. Below are some of the best alternatives to Amazon Prime Day to find clothing, shoes, accessories and more on sale, during what is...
These 6 Toothpastes Do Not Contain Stannous Fluoride. They are Great Alternatives to Colgate Total.
Looking for toothpastes that do not contain stannous fluoride? This guide is specially formulated with alternatives to Colgate Total Toothpaste for those bummed by its new blend. I went down a bit of a rabbit hole the past couple of weeks after discovering that...
Quick Take: Cremo Hair Styling Cream
How does Cremo's American-made barber grade hair styling cream stack up? Here's my quick review: I'm a sucker for free samples. So when I wandered around Austin during SXSW and saw the Cremo company dolling out trial-sizes of its hair, beard and grooming products from...
From BlueFly to Spring: 5 Innovative E-Commerce Retailers That Went Out of Business
Retail is a high-risk, low-margin business that has become even more cutthroat in the digital age. A number of e-commerce platforms were innovative and celebrated, but unfortunately went out of business. Below are 5 of our favorite fashion brands that didn't make it....
Robert Ordway has some opinions on menswear and DC style
Indiana native Robert Ordway leads a dual life. He has a demanding day job in the U.S. Capitol, and spends his off hours immersed in the DC style community. He brings a wealth of experience and personality with him and joins other DMV-based entrepreneurs and...
Explore these Affordable Alternatives to Burberry for Trench Coats and Macs
Burberry trench coats are gorgeous but they are also terribly expensive. For a more affordable trench or mac, try these stylish alternatives on for size. I love the look of a belted trench coat. Often it has been hard to find options beyond spectacular-yet-pricey...
These 15 Alternatives to Warby Parker Also Let You Try-On Prescription Eyeglasses at Home
Warby Parker pioneered the try-at-home optical industry, but the well-known startup's frames are increasingly common. If you're looking for the best alternatives to Warby Parker, try these 15 entrepreneurial companies who also offer try-at-home programs for their...
Reviewing Wolf and Shepherd: After One Year, See Why We Still Think These Dress Shoes Are the Ultimate Combination of Style and Comfort
This updated article builds upon Modern Fellows's May 2018 review of Wolf and Shepherd's Closer cap-toe lace-up oxfords and interview with founder Justin Schneider and provides a look at their durability after one year of heavy use. Too often, spectacular-looking...
First Look Inside the “Made in DC” Shop at the DC History Center in Apple’s Carnegie Library
While Apple will occupy the first floor of the renovated Carnegie Library in Washington DC, and spent billions renovating the space, a fantastic new DC History Center on the second floor of the Carnegie Library is well worth a visit. Exhibitions upstairs offer...
Discover DC Startup Quavaro’s Leather Bags and Accessories in Eastern Market and Apple’s New Carnegie Library
In 2017, husband and wife Cesar and Pial Vega launched Quavaro at the Eastern Market Flea Market in Southeast Washington, DC, culminating a long journey from development work to fashion entrepreneurs. Today, nestled in a historic row house in Eastern Market, the two...
