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Disorientation During the Coronavirus Pandemic: A Note From Home

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  By Darren Walker  Dear colleagues and friends: During these strangest of days, one cannot help but feel disoriented. Our circumstances—and the way we make sense of them—are evolving so rapidly that, even as I draft these lines, I cannot know which will hold true tomorrow or the day after, much less during the weeks and months ahead. The strangeness takes many different forms. As I work from home—practicing the “social distancing” that the expert’s counsel—the speed of news, closures, and conference calls is juxtaposed with an unsettling quiet. No one is bustling around my home office the way they...

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Filson 48hr Duffle

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I want to start by restating the fact that I am a huge believer in two things when it comes to travel: carrying just one bag is ideal, and backpacks are always better than anything else. But, in this post we are going to talk about a duffle bag, and a bag which also requires that I travel with two bags. There is a reason for this, and that is a topic for another post. That said, this bag is simply fantastic. So having said all that, I want to talk about the expensive, beautiful, Filson 48hr Duffle. This bag...

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How To Care For Dry Clean Items Without the Dry Cleaner

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Here’s a mind-blowing fact for you: About 90% of items labeled dry clean can actually be washed at home. In fact, washing at home is better for delicate fabrics like woolens and silk, as the dry cleaning process uses harsh chemicals that can cause damage over time. (Not to mention you’ll be saving some serious money and time, too!)  So go ahead and ditch your dry cleaner and start washing these five fabrics at home with our super simple guide.  Start Here to Dry Clean at Home No matter the fabric composition, always begin by pretreating stains. If the stain...

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Best of British: 33 UK Clothing Brands That Make The Country Proud

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The UK has a well-deserved reputation for producing some of the finest clothing and footwear around. And we have a selection of distinctly British brands to thank for that. From the world-famous bespoke tailoring of Savile Row and the historic shoemakers of Northampton to the fine knitwear of Scotland and expert shirtmaking on Jermyn Street, Britain is home to some of the most revered menswear labels on the face of the earth. Here, in no particular order, we showcase 20 of the greatest – and share their iconic pieces. Barbour Barbour Classic Beaufort Wax Jacket > It’s impossible to think...

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Top 21 Shawl Hangers

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  TOPBATHY 6Pcs Scarf Holder Belt Ring Hanger Non Slip Ties Scarves Storage Hanger Hook Closet Organizer for Shawl Scarf Hanger (Random Color)TOPBATHY 6Pcs Scarf Holder Belt Ring Hanger Non Slip Ties Scarves Storage Hanger Hook Closet Organizer for Shawl Scarf Hanger (Random Color) - Great for hanging belts, scarf, purses, tank tops and much more. Hooks may hang on each other for even more storage. Heavy duty metal belt hanger. Slim design for easy storage. Plastic coating makes a non slip surface scratch free.   Afco 5-Hole Ring Rope Hook Scarf Wraps Shawl Storage Hanger Bathroom Shelf GreenAfco 5-Hole Ring...

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