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Explore 36 Alternatives to Burberry for Affordable Trench Coats and Macs for 2023

January 13, 2023December 27, 2022

Burberry trench coats are gorgeous but also terribly expensive. For a more affordable trench or mac, try these stylish alternatives to Burberry for women and men on for size.

Review: Cremo Hair Styling Cream

July 4, 2022June 8, 2021

How does Cremo’s American-made barber grade hair styling cream stack up? Here’s my quick review:

How Todd Shelton’s American-Made Clothing Startup is Surviving COVID, and Why He Sees a Menswear Renaissance on the Horizon

September 22, 2020

Entrepreneur Todd Shelton describes how his American-made clothing business is surviving COVID-19 and sketches out a post-pandemic future of menswear featuring fewer suits, “dressing for your day” and a pent-up surge of creativity.

Skincare innovator Stryx pivoted its messaging amid COVID-19. Sales have returned to pre-crisis levels.

July 4, 2022April 13, 2020

Review of Chipp Neckwear: For $60, Paul Winston’s Handmade in New York Grenadine Ties are a Spectacular Bargain

August 16, 2021January 19, 2020

Paul Winston’s ties are a throwback to an earlier time. From his modest website — Chipp Neckwear — and New York City storefront he sells silk grenadine and madder ties, as well as “unapologetically cheeky conversation piece” neckwear, at prices you would be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in this day and age.

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Can Bonobos Alternative Retail Concept Gain Traction? Inside their Georgetown Guide Shop

December 19, 2021January 2, 2020

Get to know Bonobos’ Brick and Mortar 2.0 Guideshop concept, where you can look at, feel and try on the company’s signature chinos, sweaters, button down shirts, daily grind pants, and much more.

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2019 Update: Reviewing Ratio Clothing’s American-Made Custom Dress Shirts and Flannels (after 6 years of use)

November 22, 2019November 2, 2019

Over six years, I’ve worn three of Ratio Clothing’s custom shirts. Read on for my complete review of Ratio Clothing’s remarkable and competitively-priced, made-in-America, made-to-measure shirts (and see why they’re a spectacular option for custom tailored oxfords and flannels).

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Reviewing Topo Designs: Local and Global; Made for Adventure and Work.

September 18, 2019

Get to know Topo Designs, a backpack and adventure-gear shop that appeals to hikers and professionals alike.

Review: American-Made RibbedTee Offers Great Reasons to Reexamine Your Undershirt Drawer

October 3, 2019August 18, 2019

Entrepreneurs like Mike Schwarz, CEO of men’s undershirt and underwear retailer RibbedTee, are giving men a good reason to reexamine their underwear drawer.  This review of RibbedTee’s made-in-America undershirts and boxer-briefs, which are crafted from luxury fibers including Supima Cotton and Tencel, is based on my experience over more than 5 years with the brand.

Reviewing Portland Dry Goods, a Spectacular Maine Clothing Destination

August 17, 2019August 17, 2019

Take a look inside Portland Dry Goods, which boasts an amazing selection of innovative men’s and women’s clothing, accessory and shoe brands, in this review.

These 6 Toothpastes Do Not Contain Stannous Fluoride. They are Great Alternatives to Colgate Total.

July 5, 2019July 5, 2019

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.

From BlueFly to Spring: 5 Innovative E-Commerce Retailers That Went Out of Business

June 24, 2019
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