August 25th Dispatch: ‘Boogie Nights’ in 70mm
Nothing will ever replace the sublime experience of seeing a movie in a theater with an audience.
July 21st Dispatch: The Importance of Visiting Sick Friends
Reflecting on the importance of visiting friends in the hospital.
The Bryan Ferry Standard
The legendary Roxy Music founder is a meditation on classic, effortless, masculine sartorial elegance.
The Stress of Air Travel
A day or so before I fly anywhere, I start to get anxious about packing (enough or too much), leaving the dogs, getting to the airport on time, going through security, flying, etc.
Save the Planet. Move to the City.
I know it sounds counterintuitive. It sounded counterintuitive to me when I first read it last year. But living in the city is better for the environment.
The Perfect Pea Coat, Part One
The pea coat is one my favorite designs in the entire history of men's wear. Like many garments we wear today, this distinctly masculine, iconic garment has its roots in the military. Characterized by its dark blue color, broad collar…
How To Make a Savile Row Suit
I've always loved tailored clothing, which means this two-part video from MoMA and iconic Savile Row tailoring house Anderson & Sheppard is basically porn to me.
The Post-Smoking Weight Gain Is Real
After I quit smoking last year, I started eating my feelings, which translated to about fifteen extra pounds. It's time to fix that.
My Coffee Method of Choice: Chemex
The Chemex was invented in 1941 in New York City by a German-born chemist named Peter J. Schlumbohm. This beautiful and simple coffee maker is a work of modern art… literally. And it makes the best goddamn coffee I've ever had.
My New Leather-Free Wallet
After my old leather wallet got ruined in a rain storm, I needed a replacement. I found an elegant leather-free option from Bellroy.