There is nothing better than a fresh start. As one decade ends, and another begins it is the perfect time to consider how you will set the tone for the new year, particularly when it comes to your style. Here at the shop we are committed to helping you not only look but feel your best. In this edition of Teddy’s Journal, we’ve put together a list of five staples that will help you build a solid wardrobe. Updating your look shouldn’t be stressful. In fact, we encourage you to be patient in the process of selecting new pieces. After all, building a great wardrobe is a marathon not a sprint. Learn to purchase quality over time. As you...
One of the most frequent questions we get at the shop is how to properly polish, shine and care for your new shoes. (Or even breathe a bit of life back into your old ones!) Often perceived as daunting, difficult, time-consuming or complicated, it seems that the art of shoe shining is becoming more and more a thing of the past. So, we asked our in-house shoe shine care expert, Steven Gaffin, to sit down with us and to share some of his top tips for proper shoe shining and polishing. Q: Why should you polish your shoes regularly? A: Hands down, regular shoe polishing and maintenance increases the life of your shoes. Furthermore, it preserves the leather from the elements of wear and...
We are thrilled to have our very talented friend Kelly Butler with K Butler Interiors to guest blog this month. She has graciously outlined a few tips for our readers on how to create the perfect masculine space – one you will want to spend time in and share with others along the way! Whether you are working on a new bachelor pad, a relaxing space to watch football with the guys, a sophisticated study to unwind at the end of the day, or a handsome bar area to enjoy a nighttime cocktail - these tips can help ensure your space is well appointed and one to remember. 1. Don’t be afraid of dark colors Bold, distinguished colors are an...
With the start of a new year it’s the perfect time for a closet overhaul. What needs to be purged? What needs to be replaced? What do you need to stock up on? For those wondering what constitutes a well-rounded closet, we have you covered in this post. Seasons come and seasons go, but there are essential pieces we feel constitute the basic backbone of every stylish businessman’s wardrobe. This list is not particularly long but can certainly have a profound impact on standing the test of time and keeping you looking your best year-round. One thing to keep in mind, and certainly what we love the most about style, is that it's truly personal. There’s no “correct” or “incorrect”...
As the official start to fall has come and gone and we are finally starting to see some cooler temps heading our way, we thought it would be a great time to highlight some of our personal favorite fall pieces that just arrived at the shop! These are staple items you can wear now on their own and then we'll give you some ideas for how to wear them throughout the winter season just by layering on a few extra pieces... Look One Olive is such a strong color for this fall, and we just love the hue on these Citizen of Humanity five pockets. Pairing these with this great super soft lightweight Billy Reid striped henley is a perfect casual look...
