Style & Grooming

Stylish Puffy Jackets (That Aren't Too Puffy)

Credit: Montcler Global warming be damned, most of us know not to trust this unseasonable T-shirt weather. Because winter, as they say, is coming, and the harsh winds and inevitable blizzard means a puffer jacket is an absolute necessity when battling the elements. But finding something that's functional and durable, complementary to your daily office attire, yet slim enough to wear comfortably while squeezing onto the jam-packed train is key. Here are a few we found that will keep you toasty while limiting the Michelin Man jokes: Don't Let the Coat Wear You To keep your tailored look consistent, search…

The Stylish NMD May Be Adidas's Best Sneaker Yet

Credit: Images Courtesy of Adidas Though in the story of evolution mankind went from nomadic hunter-gathers to settlers focused around a community, most of us still live commute-heavy lifestyles. Whether it's the seven minute walk from your front door to the office, or the bi-coastal journey each weekend, travel is an essential part of our lives. It was this that Adidas Originals designer Nic Galway thought about when designing the brand's new NMD sneaker, set to launch December 12. The NMD is a lifestyle sneaker, but that fact can easily get buried once you start looking at all of the…

Wear Your Liquor Well: Booze Brands Gear We'd Actually Buy

A Jack Daniel's shirt says more about you than getting kicked out of your fourth bar of the night ever could, but now alcohol brands are evolving beyond the faded tee and worn-out beer coozie and instead teaming with quality menswear labels to make gear their customers might actually be proud to wear while drinking the night away. To be blunt, this has been a long time coming. It looks silly to send suited scotch drinkers home with a triple-XL tee. That's not how the target market dresses on the weekends while sipping with friends, so now these high-end partnerships…

WTF? Marc Maron Says Season 4 of 'Maron' May Be His Last

Credit: David Broach Marc Maron's prominence is hard won. The stand-up comedian toiled on the road in semi-obscurity for more than 20 years until a podcast that he started while scraping the existential bottom led him to a sustainable audience. That audience soon grew to be a lucrative one, bringing Maron merch sales, sponsorships, advertising deals, and best of all: people eager to fill seats when the heady, introspective comic came to town. Maron's star continues to rise. Most recently, he delivered a lecture at Princeton, and hosted President Obama in his garage. His second special, More Later, debuts December…

The Sabbatical Beard, Perfected By Late Night Hosts

Credit: Mike Coppola / Getty Images This year has been a tumultuous one for the faces of late night television, mostly due to the shifting game of musical chairs played with new shows and old hosts. But also for questioning the state of clean faces in the world of talk shows. RELATED: A Day-By-Day Guide to Growing a Better Beard Not every man looks good in a beard, but after years of having no choice in the matter, many hosts take this rocky, sometimes unpredictable sabbatical as a chance to explore the unknown, aka, the now-common "leave job, grow beard"…

How Much Should You Actually Spend On a Leather Jacket?

Bruce Springsteen rocking a leather motorcycle jacket in 1975. Credit: Monty Fresco / Getty Images Technology may make shopping faster, if not immediate, but finding the right digs can be as difficult as ever. Even if you avoid in-store mark up to find a better price online, how do you know whether the quality matches the cost? We talked to a few experts about what you should be looking for when spending on a winter wardrobe staple: the leather motorcycle jacket. The MaterialsMoto jackets are pretty simple in form (zippers on black leather at its base), so materials come first…

How Miller High Life is Embracing Its Heritage

The national thirst for beer has been steady throughout most of American history, especially compared to the roller-coaster-sized rises and dips of other libations. Sure, IPAs might out pace stouts right now, everyone likes a lager, and James Bond now drinks Heineken for some ungodly reason (read: ad dollars), but ultimately we all just want a cold beer. With so many options in 2015, from big beer brands to craft breweries and local small-batch options, how do you stand out? You play on your heritage. Sometimes it's organic, like Pabst Blue Ribbon's ascension over the last decade to the cool…

4 Ways to Prevent Dry, Itchy Skin Before it Starts

Credit: Stanton j Stephens / Getty Images As humidity drops and heaters crank up, "winter itch" creeps in, and men are two to three times more likely to suffer from dry skin than women because they're simply less likely to do what it takes to keep their skin hydrated. "Guys think, I'll just drink more water," says Dr. Casey Gallagher, a dermatologist in Boulder, Colorado. "It's a common misconception that it makes a difference — it doesn't." But these four changes to your daily routine will. RELATED: The Only Grooming Tips You'll Ever Need 1. Avoid hot showers Common Mistake:…

Tuck in Your Shirt, Make More Money

Credit: Antoine Arraou / Getty Images The parental phrasebook has been up for revision on a few issues lately, but one thing mom and dad have always gotten right is life advice that makes you look better and live healthier. Sitting and standing up straight isn't just about appearance: It's about posture. Brushing your teeth isn't just about bad breath: It's about your future. The same wisdom demands, when in professional or proper settings, you should tuck — and continue to tuck — your shirt in. And there are apparently benefits to doing just that. RELATED: Why You Should Avoid…

Style Staples You Should Never Buy New

In this modern era of digital-savvy consumers, consignment shopping is no longer viewed as a feared foe, but a forum in which both tastemakers and the budget-wary can shop in harmony. Those who follow the trends can turn over their closet from season-to-season, year-to-year, and those looking for wardrobe staples can find great deals on wares from iconic brands. "When it comes to updating and modernizing a man's wardrobe, you can't go wrong with these seasonless pieces," says Mayola Martinez, men's category director at The Real Real. Here are the investment items you can find for a discount that will…