Damage Report

Looking back at 2010, I can say it was a year of damage. Much damage to my wallet for sartorial purposes, that is.

Taking the time to review the damage I think its time for a change. Not exactly sure how I can pull this off, but I got to try. After all, sometimes its better to window shop and leave the thirsts unquenched rather than totally indulging.

I've done a wonderful job this past year supporting the independent denim guys. I've always had a thirst for good denim, but this year made me an addict. 3Sixteen, Jean Shop NYC, Tellason...
These guys do it to perfection and make their wonderful product hard to resist.

Finally, as I close in towards 40, I've started to treat my aching feet right. The wonderful craftsmen at Alden and Allen Edmonds have received my support. I now know what I have been missing all these years.

LL Bean Signature and Lands End Canvas have become admired suppliers to my closet, no doubt taking some of my business from (what seems like) my family members at J Crew.

Even Brooks Brothers, who I broke up with in '02, came back into focus thanks to their selection of Levis "Made in the USA" and their superb cut Milano pants.

Speaking of Brooks Brothers, there is a great feature in the True Prep section of their website called ."Brooks Brothers Now and Now....Meet Tom Davis and Thom Browne." Basically what we have is a profile of a Brooks salesman named Tom Davis who was been an employee since '67 and the hot designer Thom Browne.

Tom Davis makes a powerful statement: "I don't have closets full of clothes. I buy out of need and the clothes last." That speaks volumes to me.

In 2011 my goal is to turn my psyche around and live by this philiosophy.

Less is indeed more, my friends

Layer Piece

Wearing a down vest always reminds me of 5th grade, after school, outside, playing some football in somebody's backyard. The vest not only kept me warm, but also allowed me to throw a pass. Very important when you're 11.

The Lands End Canvas version this fall was fantastic, but I've been on the hunt for something a little less bulky and a bit more original.

I've been searching for that great layer under your jacket when you want the warmth, but want to forego the "my arms are so puffy I can't put them down" look.

The good folks at J. Crew must have heard me.


And with the numerous J. Crew coupons floating around this month, this one will leave you some extra loot for the wax to re-do your Barbour.

The Future of Alden

I'd like to introduce you to the future of the ever popular Alden Indy boots.

One of the first dudes to get my hand on these, I wanted to share them with my readers as soon as possible.


They have an inflatable insole which truly creates a custom fit.

Being quite expensive, I have only managed to save up enough money for one right now. No worries, I'll just wear one while the world looks on in envy.

Happy trails.