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Making Everyday a Special Occasion

In this economy, personal investments come at some extra cost: the care we diligently owe to worthy items, a cashmere jumper, a silvered candelabra, a bespoke shirt, some made-to-order shoes, or whatever else it might be. “Let’s save it for a special occasion”, so we say. The expression is a familiar one, one we use a lot of the time. And, to be honest, I think it’s wrong.

Hats Off to Tradition: A Look Inside America’s Oldest Hatmaker

Amidst the symphony of drumming machinery and the whistling of steam blow-off valves at Bollman Hat Company, one can't help but be drawn into the captivating world of hat-making. The essence of this craft lies not only in the final products, gracing the heads of stars the likes of Humphrey Bogart and Cary Grant, but in the tools of the trade themselves. These specialized instruments, some dating back to an era when most of us were yet to be, possess a unique allure.

Are You Embracing Linen?

I have to admit that I am woefully late to the linen game. Having once thought that the wrinkles of the fabric were somehow a sign of dishevelment, I now see how wrong I was. Linen, for me, has been the best discovery of mine, sartorially speaking, this year. And, dear Reader, I am here to convince you of the same.

How Many Ties Is Too Many?

It used to be a running joke: I owned 77 ties.  According to my girlfriend (now wife), that was too many for a 27-year-old to own. Ever since then (nine years ago), I’ve stopped counting – mostly out of fear of coming clean with my wife – but I would bet my life that number has climbed. But really, how many ties is too many?

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