Tom Ford: An Appreciation of a Master
As a man and a brand, Tom Ford is an elegant, sophisticated and masterful curator of what looks good and what turns us on.
Menswear
The Clothes Brush
A simple tool that will help save your suits (and your money).
Podcast Episode 40: An Inspiring Example Of Sartorial Restraint
In this episode, I talk with Steve Wright, a smart and stylish young man who has the most edited wardrobe I've ever seen.
New No-Show Loafer Socks from Bombas
It was time to re-stock on no-show hosiery. I gave Bombas a try.
When Menswear Goes Full Asshole
What to wear when graduating magna cum laude from Bro University...
The Political, Comedic and Sartorial Stealth of Seth Meyers
The "boring" suit is the uniform of some of the smartest, funniest and most interesting guys in the room, like Seth Meyers.
Grooming
A Peek at Some of My Grooming Nonsense
As I get older, hair stops growing where I want it and starts growing where I don't. Here's how I deal with it...
Ditching the Unnecessary Cost (and Waste) of Cartridge Razors
In an effort to cut the cost and eliminate the plastic waste of cartridge razor shaving, I tried another solution with very positive results.
The Absence of Mastery in the Era of the “Instabrand”
The best brands are built on a foundation of real mastery of craft. And they're very rare.
Gorgeous Travel Kits from General Knot & Co.
In addition to ties, bow ties and pocket hankies, one of my favorite American accessory brands makes exquisite dopp kits.
Lifestyle
A Vegetarian’s One-Night Stand with a Cheeseburger
I hadn’t eaten meat in almost seven years, until this past weekend...
Cleveland Without a Car? But George…
To most Clevelanders, the idea of going without a car is crazy. Not to me.
Glenn O’Brien
Glenn O'Brien influenced my approach to life, style and creativity immeasurably.
The Frustrating Truth About Luxury: It Just Looks Sexier
We covet luxury goods for a reason: because luxury brands are just better at selling a desirable aesthetic.
Dialing Down the Dairy
As I learn more, think more and see more over time, dairy is making less sense for me for many reasons.
The Luxury Agenda vs. My Agenda: A Clarification
Based on how I present myself, people often presume that I'm into labels, designers and "luxury." Quite the opposite is true.
Entertainment
Opening Titles: Skyfall (2012)
Designed by Daniel Kleinman.
Roger Moore, My First Bond
Others may have done it better, but nobody did it quite the way Roger Moore did.
Good Reads: “The Dancer” by Eric Bernat
A tight mystery/thriller and a perfect summer weekend read.
The Official Blade Runner 2049 Trailer
The stunning trailer teases a compelling continuation of the blade runner story and poses many questions.
Editorial
Louis C.K. and the Artful Mastery of Pushing the Envelope
Louis C.K. is a brilliant philosopher comic of our time. It's uncomfortable, thrilling and hilarious to watch.
Shampoo, Carrie Fisher’s Brilliant Film Debut
People either forget or are unaware that Carrie Fisher made her brilliant film debut in a little movie with Warren Beatty called <em>Shampoo</em> (1975).
An Abrupt Lesson on Effective Living: Showing Up
In my new normal, the pursuit of "effective living" means showing up for my mother on a whole new level.
In Search of Balance After a Rough Landing in Cleveland
My return to my hometown has been tricky to say the least.
Classic Tailoring: A Sartorial Hill I Will Die On
In an age of boredom with the classically-tailored suit, I'm sticking with the old school.
While Our Sense of Occasion Goes on Life Support…
I went to a Broadway show the other night. When I arrived at my seat at the Lyceum Theatre, I realized I was the only one in a suit, let alone a tie.
Podcast
Podcast Episode 39: The Cleveland Experiment, Vol. 1
My first episode as a resident of a well-kept secret on Ohio's north coast called Cleveland.
Podcast N.38: Record Stores Are Never Coming Back
As one of the many Americans who feel crushed by vanishing work, I'm not so…
Podcast Episode N.37: Watch Snobs, Dressing with Dignity and Gene Wilder’s Willy Wonka
In this episode, I respond to some readers' reactions to an article about a…
Podcast N.36: Leaving NYC, Dog Attacks and My Funny Cousin Kathryn
Following up on the overwhelming response to my article about leaving NYC, dealing with aggressive dogs and loving every minute of my hilarious cousin in "Bad Moms."