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Jan 01, 2012 Comments

Jack Spade Matchbook Wallet

Hey, I'll be the first one to admit that I change the wallet I carry based on my outfit, the event and the type of mood I'm in. This is the perfect leather wallet to carry around when your doing the casual thing at a bar (or something like that). It features the matchbook design, six credit card slots and two pocket sleeves.

Shopping Tip: If you decide to purchase this wallet, or anything else from Jack Spade, sign up for their email list - they will send you a 15% coupon.

This unique wallet design is brought to you by Jack Spade and will set you back $145.

Dec 19, 2011 Comments

Mosley Tribes Merchant Sunglasses

It's tough to keep your eyes looking cool - but not when you own a pair of Mosley Tribes Merchant Sunglasses. This pair of sunglasses feature a lightweight Tortoise frame and sport mineral glass gradient lenses. Hardware, accent pieces and the logo are all highlighted in gold. These lenses are slightly over-sized so they will be more appropriate for the casual look.

Random Interesting Fact: Mosley Tribes launched in 2005 by Oliver Peoples’ founder and Creative Director Larry Leight.

Zappos offers Mosley Tribes Merchant sunglasses for about $155.

Dec 15, 2011 Comments

Dress Socks

Investing in quality garments will save you a vast amount of money over time. But is purchasing a pair of name brand socks for an absorbent really that smart of a purchase? After all - those funds can go into the real things people will notice (suits, jackets, pants, shoes). So look at your local Target and their very fashionable men's dress socks. These socks will come in an array of different styles and colors of which most can only be found in the local store (so don't bother with the website). Target will also rotate designs very regularly so make sure you check in on a very frequent basis. On average you will pick up a pair of socks for about 2-3 dollars. At this price point you could almost wear a brand new pair of socks every day...or just save money and invest in the important things.

Unfortunately you'll have to stop into your local target to see what styles, colors and variants they are currently carrying. Target is known to refresh their men's sock options quite frequently.

Dec 09, 2011 Comments

Double Face Cashmere Scarf

Nordstrom does a great job of offering alternative luxury items under the house brand John W. Nordstrom. One of these items happens to be Double Face Cashmere Scarf. The cashmere scarf is made from ultrasoft cashmere and fashioned with contrasting colors on opposite sides. Nordstrom offers the scarf in 3 different color combinations and has an approximate length of 66"L x 12"W. This is a great cashmere accessory, a basic in any winter wardrobe, at a very reasonable price and it's backed by some of the best customer service (read that as an exchange if your unhappy for any reason) any company could possibly provide.

The Double Face Cashmere Scarf is reasonably priced at just $95.

Dec 05, 2011 Comments

Seiko Orange Monster

The Seiko Orange Monster, officially named the SKX781, has caused a bit of an uproar within the watch community since its release onto the public. In fact many watch collectors who regularly spend upwards of 4 figures for their pieces view this Seiko as one of the "must haves" to the collection. So what's all the fuss about the Seiko Orange Monster? Let's find out:

Internally the Orange Monster uses the 21 jewel 7S26 in-house automatic movement. This is the same movement that can commonly be found in all Seiko's under the $300 price range. It is far from anything spectacular but it is known as a workhorse that can take a daily beating and keep on ticking. After the initial break in period, said to be about 2 weeks of wear, the Seiko Orange Monster accuracy is +/- 10 seconds in a given day. The power reserve on this particular Seiko is about 24 hours.

As the name might suggest the stainless steel case on this watch is quite the "monster" on the wrist. At the largest point on the watch the diameter, including the crown, measures approximately 47mm. The unidirectional bezel, protected by bezel-guards, has 120 clicks per revolution and is easy to rotate under any condition. Luminosity is stellar because of the proprietary "lumibrite" paint that will allow you to see the markers on the watch from across the room. Under normal light you have a bright and extremely orange face that demands attention.

Bracelet end links are solid and the pins holding it together are extremely heavy-duty - all links are made from solid piece of steel. A high quality clasp has a fold over security buckle; the bracelet incorporates a hidden diver's extension (used when wearing a wet suit). This is one of the quietest bracelets that I have ever seen on a watch that is under $300.

Random coolness information: This is a unique watch for you to wear, and tell all your friends about, because it is not a standard Seiko of America inventory item. That means you are getting a watch from overseas that makes it a "grey market" item. It also means that unless you really know about this watch (or you hang out at a watch aficionado party) it is highly unlikely you'll see anyone close to you wearing it. Most of the time these type of watches will not carry papers or a warranty. However if you purchase it from Amazon directly (not the random sellers) you will get the box, papers and a 3 year warranty.

One of the best selling points on the Orange Monster is how versatile it is when it comes to customization. Aside from all the mods a watch maker or watch geek can do one of the standards is replacing the strap. You wouldn't believe how beautiful this watch is when paired when a brown or black leather strap. If you want to really go custom look in the direction of a Carbon Fiber strap that has orange stitching. You will not be sorry.

The Seiko Orange Monster can be yours for $190. Make it uniquely yours for an extra $50.