Monthly Archives: June 2012

Starboard Clothing Co. Independence Day Bow Ties

Patriot Plaid The word on Twitter the other day was that Starboard Clothing Co. was debuting a couple of red, white and blue bow ties just in time for Independence Day.  The hype did not disappoint as the Red, White, and … Continue reading

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Over Under Front Pocket Gentleman’s Wallet

If you haven’t noticed yet there’s been a “Made in America” theme on the blog the past couple days.  That will keep up the rest of this week and all next week as we celebrate our independence.  Next up is … Continue reading

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How to Dress for: The 4th of July

You can go either one of two routes when dressing for the 4th of July.  The first option is in your face American flag tank tops, shorts and whatever else you may find.  The second is much more subtle, and … Continue reading

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Krass & Funnell Giveaway

With the dog days of summer in full swing it’s nice to have a couple pairs of athletic shorts on standby for working out or just lazily lounging around the house.  Krass & Funnell has you all set with its … Continue reading

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You Ought to Be Reading: Prep in Chicago

There’s a movement out there to show that there are people living the preppy lifestyle in places other than the coast and the south.  Prep in Chicago is spearheading that movement in the nation’s third largest city.  Lolly gives insight into … Continue reading

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Blast From the Past: Chicago Belt Co. Great Lakes Belt

It’s been awhile since we’ve checked in with Chicago Belt Co. and there have been a lot of great things going on.  First up is a partnership with Great Lakes Proud in which every Great Lakes Belt order also receives a … Continue reading

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Dolbeau Go-to-Hell Multicolor Bow Ties

While they are becoming a little more commonplace, bow ties are still a go-to-hell staple.  How do you take something that is already inherently GTH and make it even more so?  You throw in three different colors that allow it … Continue reading

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Brewer’s Lantern Short Sleeve Flag T-Shirt

I mentioned last week that a lot of American flag-themed products have been popping up lately as we move closer to the Fourth.  This week it’s more of the same with a brand new t-shirt leaked on Brewer’s Lantern’s Twitter … Continue reading

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NATO Straps

Want a way to add a subtle pop of color to an otherwise conservative outfit?  Consider switching out your watch band for a NATO strap.  Originally developed for the British Ministry of Defense, the name NATO came from the stock … Continue reading

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Salmon Cove Sea Island Button Down

I recently started a new job where the dress code calls for shirt and tie every day.  That means my polos will now be relegated to after hours wear and I’m on the look out for a few more button … Continue reading

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