Monthly Archives: November 2011

L.L. Bean Boots

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Nick

As I left work yesterday, I noticed the first snow of the season had begun coating the ground.  Boatshoes will no longer suffice to provide proper warmth and the last thing you want this time of year is wet feet. … Continue reading →

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Vineyard Vines Mini Tie Ornaments

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Nick

The tree went up in the GLP household this weekend and is fittingly adorned with an assortment of ornaments representing numerous facets of our lives.  However, there’s seems to be something missing, a hint of formality and a touch of … Continue reading →

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Christmas Playlist

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Nick

I’ve always felt the day after Thanksgiving is the perfect time to start playing the Christmas music.  My iPod tends to disagree as it slowly but surely trys to ramp up the amount of Christmas songs it plays on shuffle … Continue reading →

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Tucker Blair Blogger Giveaway

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Nick

There may be no such thing as a free lunch but it is possible for you to get a free needlepoint belt.  Tucker Blair has offered the opportunity for a variety of blogs to participate in the Tucker Blair belt … Continue reading →

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Bird Dog Bay Turkey Trot Bow Tie

Posted on November 25, 2011 by Nick

With it being the day after Thanksgiving it’s only fitting to find a bow tie that somehow incorporates the turkey.  While it graced our plates yesterday, it is now handsomely gracing our necks today.  Your search for that perfect turkey … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Nick

In 1934 the annual tradition of the Detroit Lions playing on Thanksgiving Day began as the Chicago Bears defeated the Lions 19-16.  May your turkey be juicy, your beer be cold, your pie be pumpkin or bourbon pecan, the football be … Continue reading →

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Bonobos Tryptopants

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Nick

Tomorrow while you are watching football and eating a delicious homecooked meal, there’s a distinct possibility some of that turkey is going to end up on your pants.  Why not come prepared then with pants that already have turkeys on … Continue reading →

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Buffalo & Company Montana Oxford

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Nick

Hundreds of years ago, massive herds of bison roamed the rugged interior of theUnited Statesfrom the Rocky Mountains to the edge of the Appalachians.  Their prevalence was akin to that of the role of the oxford cloth button down in … Continue reading →

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Brooks Brothers Social Primer Tailgate Blazer

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Nick

While the navy blue blazer is a staple of every prep’s wardrobe, there really is very little variation from one to another.  There might be a slightly different fit or the buttons may be customized but each navy blazer is … Continue reading →

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Food Truck Forays, Part II

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Nick

I’m back with part II of Food Truck Forays.  Over the past month and a half I’ve visited five more food trucks.  Here is a brief recap of my experience at each.

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