Monthly Archives: April 2012

Small Batch Apparel Kentucky Derby Giveaway

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Nick

The team over at Small Batch Apparel wants to make sure you’re properly outfitted for an entire season of horse racing.  You may know Small Batch Apparel better as Cash Robinson Clothing.  Think of Small Batch Apparel as Cash Robinson … Continue reading →

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The Kentucky Derby

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Nick

This weekend marks the 138th annual running of the Kentucky Derby and I’ll be making the two hour drive south to Louisville to take it in for the first time.  That means that this week is going to be completely … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries, Part I

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Nick

Bourbon country is only a short day trip away from Indianapolis so Mrs. GLP and I took advantage of our proximity last weekend and ventured down to three distilleries.  The major distilleries are split into two groups, with half about … Continue reading →

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Southern Dignity Dane Logo Bow Tie

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Nick

Bow ties are meant to be fun.  They aren’t the norm and you’re inviting quizzical looks anytime you wear one.  They’re a slight bit of rebellion in an otherwise rigid wardrobe and it doesn’t get much more fun than a … Continue reading →

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Rainy Day Style

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Nick

They say April showers bring May flowers but they can also bring damp, uncomfortable clothes if you’re not properly prepared.  There isn’t anything much worse than having to sit in class or at the office soaked to the bone and it’s … Continue reading →

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Style Inspiration: Henrik Lundvquist

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Nick

Typically the biggest fashion statement made in hockey is the playoff beard.  While cool in its own right, it’s not really style that should be emulated unless you’re actually contending for Lord Stanley’s Cup.  Professional athletes don’t tend to serve … Continue reading →

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Tugs Seersucker Sunglass Retainers

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Nick

Last week brought us a paracord take on sunglass retainers.  This week it’s another variation on your typical croakies that incorporates our favorite summer fabric, seersucker.  Whether you’re just enjoying beers on the porch or chilling dockside on the lake, … Continue reading →

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You Ought to Be Reading: Curating Style

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Nick

Meet Jess, an Ohio style blogger by way of upstate New York.  She authors the blog Curating Style, a blog that takes on the women’s side of prep fashion.  One of my favorite projects I’ve seen anyone do is her … Continue reading →

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Just Madras Mackinac Island Madras Patchwork Plaid Bow Tie

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Nick

If there’s one thing I enjoy about warmer weather it’s the social acceptability of donning fabrics like seersucker and madras again.  I really wouldn’t mind moving somewhere where they were acceptable to wear all the time but for now I’ll … Continue reading →

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Jack Robie James Chambray Shirt

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Nick

As the seasons shift it’s time to transition to more warm weather fabrics.  Seersucker, madras and linen are some of the most well known, but be sure not to overlook chambray.  This light weave fabric tends to resemble denim, but … Continue reading →

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