Espadrilles make a wonderful summer shoe. They can be dressed up or down easily, come in tons of colors and patterns, and are fun without being too fun. Yet, the world of espadrilles seems to be divided into two camps. You have the super cheap and inexpensive options that fall apart right as you begin really liking them (these are usually between $15 - $30), and you have the absurdly expensive options that have suede uppers, all sorts of fancy designs, and would simply never do for a day at the beach (these can be anywhere from $95 to $400)…
Read moreTodd Snyder's Patchwork Madras
Nothing said summer like madras, and nothing says madras like patchwork madras. Does that make sense? Don’t think about it too hard…
Read moreThe Perfect Summer Polo From Kent Wang — The Perfect Underrated Menswear Brand
We have been fans of Kent Wang here at The Peak Lapel for a while. They are one of the best values in menswear out there right now, despite not having the fame/notoriety that some other brands do. They are a small, online haberdashery, essentially, that carries some killer shirts, polos, sweaters…
Read moreStyle Suggestion: A Custom Short Sleeved Casual Dress Shirt For Summer
It used to be thought that short sleeved dress shirts for men were something far from fashionable, and likely downright geeky. This is only true though when the fabrics are wrong, and the fit is bad. If the fit is slim and properly cut for your body, and the fabric is playful and right for the summer, a short sleeved dress shirt can actually be super stylish and is highly recommended as an addition to your summer wardrobe…
Read moreMini Review: Tani’s Super Comfortable, Perfect-For-Summer, AirFit Boxer Briefs
We’ve reviewed Tani Underwear before here on the site, and we’ve been big fans of them in the past. And this time is no different. This is just a mini review to let you guys know about a new line of underwear that Tani has released that is perfect for the coming warmer summer months…
Read moreWe Found The Perfect Summer Espadrilles
If you’re a size 11.5 foot (or anything around there) good luck finding a decent pair of espadrilles for the summer. In my mind, espadrilles are meant to be super simple. Perfect to lazily slip on for a trip to the supermarket, or for a family BBQ. They should be quite inexpensive, meant to be beaten to hell and not much cared about, and the replaced when need be. There should be no fuss…
Read moreThe Perfect Summer Penny Loafer?: A Review Of The Allen Edmonds “Sea Island” Suede Loafer
It’s a not-so-secret that Allen Edmonds (the much loved, high end men’s shoemaker) has a Factory/Outlet from which you can buy most all of their shoe makes at seriously discounted prices. They are sold as Factory Seconds due to minor imperfections, scratches, or the like. Allen Edmonds typical quality standard is so high, though, that most of the Factory Second imperfections are beyond minor, or unnoticeable altogether…
Read moreUniqlo Button-Down Shirt Haul & Review — Summer 2018
Uniqlo is a much loved source for guys’ basics, especially oxford cloth buttons downs, and similar styled shirts. The quality is very solid, and the value at Uniqlo prices are especially spectacular. Which is, of course, why so many guys love them. However, they seem to have issues with fit…
Read moreIn Review: The New, Super Lightweight, Perfect-For-Summer J. Crew Factory Performance Polo
The warmer months of summer and spring are the ideal time to get some great polos into your wardrobe rotation. (The excellent website Dappered recently published a great roundup of many of the the polos options out there.) When it comes to the VERY hot days, though, you’ll want to make sure you are wearing a polo designed for the heat.
Read moreReview: SuitSupply’s New Light Grey Raincoat
The coming warmer months demand the perfect outerwear. Vests are a great option for those not-quite-cold but not-quite-hot days. But, for when it rains outside, every guy needs the perfect raincoat. While a waterproof parka or down jacket might work great for downpours during the winter, a lighter, more versatile raincoat is also a necessary piece in anyone’s outerwear collection for the warmer months of the year...
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