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Throwdown: Pocket Tees vs. Regular Tees

Both tees from Great Lakes Collection To pocket or not to pocket?  Typically adding an extra pocket or two to clothing isn’t seen as a good thing (think cargo shorts) but somehow the t-shirt has escaped this rule.  So do … Continue reading

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On the Road

United States Route 31.  If you have ever driven from Indianapolis to northern Indiana and Michigan or vice versa you know this road.  The same can be said all the way down to Mobile, but it’s this particular stretch I … Continue reading

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Salute the Brave Ronald Reagan White Hat

Today we honor the men and women who have served to protect our freedom and ensure our way of life continues.  While you’re gathered around the grill this afternoon, take a moment to remember that many of those we are … Continue reading

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Tuckernuck

There was some big news in the world of prep fashion yesterday.  The team behind college style and flash deal web site Uscoop launched its online boutique of “established icons and up-and-coming” brands, Tuckernuck.  Named for the island to the west … Continue reading

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Kentucky Derby Recap

The Kentucky Derby was an unforgettable experience.  By the time I got home last night I was tired, sore and sunburnt, a small price to pay for the “Greatest Two Minutes in Sports.”  Here are a few things I learned … Continue reading

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Ed Hardy Love Kills Slowly Rhinestone Hoodie

With spring approaching it’s time to start working some more bright colors into the rotation.  The nights can still get cold, so there’s also a need for transitional pieces like a good hoodie.  You’ve heard of GTH pants, well this … Continue reading

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An Open Letter to the Young Apparel Brand

Dear Entrepreneur, I recently noticed that you are in the initial stages of developing or have just recently launched a new apparel brand catering towards the young prep market.  Congratulations on taking the plunge into owning your own business, it … Continue reading

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On Hoosier Hysteria

Image via Google Image Search The squeak of sneakers on a hardwood floor, the soothing swish of the net, the clang of a missed shot on the rim, the repetitive thud of a dribbled ball, the roaring of crowds in … Continue reading

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Country Club Prep

In case you missed it last week, there was a pretty big launch of a brand new online storefront on Thursday.  Atlanta-based Country Club Prep has made shopping for prep brands significantly more convenient and thrown in some additional perks as well. … Continue reading

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The Great Lakes Prep Brand Bracket 2012

March Madness is officially upon us and we will be spending hours filling out brackets over the next few days.  The fun doesn’t have to be contained to basketball only though.  The GLP Brand Bracket is a tournament to determine … Continue reading

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