Lee Cutlip

We’ll just say what is clearly on your mind: the very existence of corduroy shorts is...kind of weird? Corduroy, of course, being a fabric heavily associated with fall, while shorts remain a distinct summer item. The choice seems at odds with virtually everything about the style. But as we grapple with hotter summers and, unfortunately, warmer falls, it’s worth giving the corduroy short another look. If you remain unconvinced and are left imagining a heavy, burdensome short that constricts…

There are very few brands that can hold a candle to Ray-Ban in terms of iconic status, sunglasses or otherwise. The Rochester-founded sunnies maker is responsible for some of the most recognizable and beloved sunglasses ever made, from the Wayfarer to the Clubmaster. They’ve cropped up in blockbuster movies, bridged the noses of leaders of the free world and generally denote being a total shade-toting badass. And while the brand will certainly go down in the annals of sunglass history as o…

As far as sunglasses go, few retain an icon status as elevated and iconic as Persol. Italian by birthright and totally baller by nature, the centuries-old sunglasses maker boasts a swag-infused lineup of avaitor-type sunnies and The Dark Night-aprroved shades that rivals the catologue of even Ray-Ban. You’ve seen them on all your favorite menswear icons — McQueen, of course (do we even need to mention it?) but rakish gents like Jacob Elordi and Brian Cox, too, The History of Persol: In…

It’s a debate as old as time: the Lacoste polo versus the Ralph Lauren polo. Since their respective conceptions, both have been propelled to icon status in the menswear sphere, enduring as wardrobe staples capable of appealing to a range of stylistic sensibilities, considered the pinnacle of prep by many, while simultaneously finding favor among rappers and various counter-culture figures alike. Choosing between the two, though, can be tricky. Glance at the shirts and you might think they’…

There are some outfits that stick with you, some you can’t quite shake from your memory. One outfit I can recall with clarity was worn by a friend a couple of years ago, the ensemble in question consisting of a vintage hockey jersey, shorts and pristine tassel loafers he had just scored at L Train Vintage for a mere $20. It may sound like a strange amalgamation of clothing, but it was one of those outfits that just seemed to work. Yet there was one facet of the look I found myself fixated on…

We’ll be straight with you; there’s technically no such thing as a “fall movie”. The genre exists only at best as a vague concept, a vibe, rather than as an actual Academy Award category. And by extension of logic, “fall movie looks” are a non-existent generalization of whatever it is that costume directors decide to stick actors in, a gaggle of garms that, unlike classic fall style, is unmoored by any tangible sartorial distinction. But. Any average Joe who’s seen Practical Magic should be…

The white T-shirt has long been touted as an iconic but understated piece of menswear, thanks to the likes (and sex appeal) of James Dean, Marlon Brando and countless others after them. But despite its supposed icon status, the white T-shirt as it exists in many closets today is an afterthought, something bought out of mere necessity and then treated as such. But it’s time to start viewing it as a serious part of your wardrobe. So let go of the old, worn and probably yellowed white tees you’…

When it comes to looking cool, leather jackets have largely monopolized the field — they connote toughness and rebelliousness. But for many, they’re something that seems cool in theory but will never likely come to fruition in their wardrobes. However, there is a style of jacket that rivals leather in coolness, if not surpasses it altogether: the Harrington. You’ve probably seen the silhouette before, given that it is one of the most ubiquitous, but if you were unaware of its name, or that i…

Bathrobes are a common theme among male fictional characters — Tony Soprano did on the regular, Robert De Niro wore one both in Casino and The Irishman, Daniel Craig’s Bond sported a lush, velvety brown number in Spectre, and how can we forget The Dude from The Big Lebowski. It’s time to take cues from these fictional characters and invest in a robe of your own. These are the best men’s bathrobes you can buy right now. HANRO® Night and Day Knit Robe This robe is on the expensive end, b…

Everyone knows New Balance shoes. Along with huge athletic labels like Nike and Adidas, it’s one of the most instantly recognizable shoe brands on earth, responsible for some of the most iconic and classic sneakers ever made...and that was before Teddy Santis got involved. But while you might be able to spot a fresh pair of New Balance shoes from afar, identifying the exact New Balance models can still pose a challenge. Seeing as the brand typically assigns numbers to their shoes rather than tra…