The Disconnect Between “Happiness” and “More”
Ours is a culture that celebrates having more. More clothes, more rooms, more closet space, more cars, more gadgets, more stuff, more… But does it make us happier?
A Little Redemption in an Otherwise Strange Moment with Levi’s
Levi-Strauss has bummed me out over the last few years, catering to short-term trends while abandoning decades-long customers like me. But some selections from their Vintage Clothing collection have given me a little hope.
The Value of Good Shoes Over Time
When it comes to good shoes that last for the long haul, I've learned that it doesn't pay to play it cheap.
The Proportions of Shirt Collar, Tie and Lapel Widths
The proportions of the shirt collar, tie, and lapel converge at an often overlooked and poorly executed intersection of men’s dress. There’s usually a crash of widths, where we see the mismatch of a skinny shirt collar, a wide Windsor knot on a slim tie, and a medium-width jacket lapel, or some similar disconnect.
In the Navy, the Most Versatile Suit You’ll Ever Own
For job interviews, board meetings, weddings, funerals, nights on the town, and covert operations, the navy suit takes us everywhere.
Scatter My Gratitude at Bergdorf’s
It was an indescribable privilege to be asked by Bergdorf Goodman to write a love letter to New York.
Talking with Richard Marx
During the pandemic, a silver lining came in the form of some incredible people with whom I connected on social media. At the top of that list is Richard Marx. I had a fantastic conversation with him on Instagram Live.
The Thrill of Seeing New York City Spring to Life
Compared to a year ago, the scene on the streets and in restaurants, parks and other parts of New York City is infinitely brighter. Hope is here, and we're gonna be okay.
Weekly Playlist: New York, New York
There are many great songs about this great town, and this is just a little ten song collection of some of my favorites from a mix of eras and genres.
Weekly Playlist: No Words
Sometimes I'm in the mood for a good instrumental, like a film score or a piece of classical. This week's list includes some favorites.