When I learned that Adidas made one of their most iconic sneaker designs in a vegan leather, I was eager to give them a try.
The American aversion to any glamour or sophistication in one’s personal wardrobe is well documented and easily observed. And it’s a bummer.
I was in the market for a good new pair of jeans. After much touch-and-go with my usual brand, I finally gave Tellason a try. In brief: I’m very pleased.
Dress shirts are made with a placket or without. I prefer the former.
When I was finding myself in college, I had a real moment among the alternative music and theater crowds in our various uniforms of black. Black t-shirts, black…
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.
I was never interested in Botox and used to laugh at people who got it. Then I got it.
On the list of things the pandemic accelerated, right along with my newfound relationship with anxiety, were services that brought things we like and need directly to our…
When No Time To Die was released, this sweet little documentary was available on streaming services. Now it’s on YouTube. For any Bond fan like me, this is porn.
On the list of things the pandemic accelerated, right along with my newfound relationship with anxiety, were services that brought things we like and need directly to our…
Since many have told me how much they enjoy seeing New York through my social media content, I thought I’d try a little experiment with my occasional podcast.…
In this re-engagement with the podcast, I’m recalling (and adding to) the values I explored when I created this blog more than a decade ago.
Getting a COVID test and buying online custom clothing during a pandemic, when in-person shopping and tailoring is limited.
Some days are good. Other days are not so good. But I have enough experience and hindsight to know that this, too, shall pass. In the meantime… much to watch, listen to, read and write.
Life in NYC under extraordinary circumstances.
Online custom suits can be a daunting and confounding prospect. In this episode, I talk about my own experiences with it.