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Affordable Men's Style

In Review: Nike By You Custom Sneakers – Blazer Mid ‘77

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An in person experience with Nike’s custom sneakers program, where you have control over colors and materials.

In Review: Huckberry Rhodes Jackson Chelsea Boots

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It’s a twofer. Smooth marbled leather and mini lug, or waxy suede and heavy lug?

The Dappered Gift Guide for The Shoe Guy

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What to get for the guy who named his dogs Blake and Goodyear.

In Review: J. Crew Ludlow Derbys

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In person with J. Crew’s simple blucher, possibly inspired by an Alden classic.

In Review: Grant Stone Field Boots in Walnut Bison

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Workwear inspired boots made with treat yourself worthy materials.

8 Styles of Men’s Boots Worth Owning

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From skimp to splurge, our shoe expert dishes out options for 8 styles of boots.

In Review: Huckberry Rhodes Tyler Chukkas – One Year Update

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After a year (and a half) of use how have these chukkas from Huckberry held up?

In Review: Target Goodfellow & Co. Angus Vintage Sneakers

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We made our Alden loving shoe expert (and Dad) take some $33 Tar-Zhay dad-kicks for a spin.

In Review: Banana Republic Factory Lace-Up Suede Boots

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Indy inspired look. Would these boots make Professor Jones proud?

In Review: Flint and Tinder’s Made in the USA 365 Belt 2.0

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In person with F&T’s USA made belt, which wants you to invest in holding up your pants.

In Review: Spier & Mackay’s Balmoral Cap Toe Oxfords

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Now Blake stitched, and under $180.

In Review: Nordstrom Denver Medallion Toe Oxfords

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Under $100. Ships and returns for free. Can they impress?

In Review: U.S. Rubber Co. Colchesters Hi Sneakers

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Come for the history lesson, stay for the cool sneakers.

In Review: Todd Snyder Nomad Chukka Boots in Suede

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How does Todd Snyder’s chukka offering stack up in this crowded boot space?

Father’s Day 2022: Affordable Bourbons Under $70

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Higher shelf, yet still affordable bourbon options for celebrating Pops.

Father’s Day 2022: Affordable Bourbons Under $35

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Because Dadding is hard work. And some Fathers would really like a (cheap!) drink.

In Review: J.Crew Camden Crepe-sole Slip-ons in English Suede

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Now $100 off. In person with J. Crew’s new crepe sole, English suede summer loafers.

In Review: J.Crew MacAlister Desert Boots in Leather

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How do these charming ruffians score when put to Adam’s test?

In Review: Grant Stone Longwing Bluchers in Coffee Suede

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If you’re looking for a blucher to crush on, this might be it.

In Review: Anthony Veer Clinton Cap-Toe Oxfords

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Will these “budget” offerings make your piggies happy, or are they piggies themselves?