Archives » January, 2007

O Holey Sight

Paul Wolfowitz in holey socks

Leaving a mosque in Turkey, World Bank president Paul Wolfowitz made it clear that he himself could use a loan.

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Tied Up in Knots

Chelsea knot

Inspired by a letter to the editor enquiring why men in London are going about with scarves knotted like a woman’s, The Daily Telegraph weighs in on this pervasive phenomenon:

“Just what is the right way for a man to wear a scarf?”
[…]

“A man’s scarf should be worn inside …

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Sub-anklets

invisible socks

Izzy was surprised to discover such things existed, but these “invisible” socks are a great solution for getting the sockless look in the summer without the chafing or blisters.  (Yes, this is way off season, but Izzy is a sucker for a bargain.)

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You Make the Call

Christian Lacroix

Low-slung trousers, or merely Monsieur Lacroix’s protruding belly? Flower detail, or unfortunate sweat stain?

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Blow-out Clearance Sale

**ATTENTION READERS IN THE CHICAGO AREA**

Chicago, it’s your turn! Following its great success here in DC, we’ve decided to have a blow-out clearance sale in our Chicago store (3153 N Broadway). Take advantage of HUGE savings on brands like Diesel, G-Star, 2(x)ist and more with 50% OFF the lowest ticketed price (items marked with a blue dot)! So stop by the store Friday, …

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O Fortuna

Etro goldenrod cordsEtro Nantucket red cords

Machiavelli advises that the best hope of conquering Fortuna is through boldness. Perhaps …

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Hand Me Up, Hand Me Down

Billy Baldwin

Billy Baldwin’s jacket is way, way too long (as are its sleeves). Some hand-me-downs ought to be politely rejected.

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The Rainbow Connection

Johnny Depp with girl's necklace

As if he weren’t eccentric enough already, it would seem that Johnny Depp begun to plunder the wardrobe of Punky Brewster—or is it Rainbow Brite?

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Universally Hard

OK, I’m not one to usually brag but… I’m actually sporting a Hard 8 right now. You know what? I’m not Afraid to tell you about it. In fact, I am going to brag about it. It’s hot, and looks damn good. Don’t worry, if you haven’t personally been Blessed with one already, you’re Forgiven. This baby was specifically designed with …

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Batter Up!

Armani breastplate

Armani makes a bold entry into the Little League umpire market.

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