Spotlight On

Spotlight On is a series that showcases and shares products, services, and experiences I like, and think you may like as well.

These are not sponsored posts, simply things I find favorable and believe deserve a mention.

If you find an item that interests you, I encourage you to explore further; it may very well be the exact thing you’ve been looking for.

Behind the Scenes: The Bonobos Guideshop experience (+ a nice deal for EG readers)

January 24, 2013
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So, I think you’ll be able to relate with me on this.

The one tough thing about shopping online is that you can’t physically touch / feel / try on what you’re buying until you order and receive it.

Am I right?

I think online companies (mine included) are getting more and more hip to this shortcoming and are compensating by offering a risk-free shopping experience, i.e. free shipping, free returns, free exchanges, generous return policies, etc.

And this is really great. After all, when you have no barriers keeping you from trying the product, what do you have to lose?

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Men of Short Stature: Dress to flatter your body type, not to look taller

October 30, 2012
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I have a confession. Sometimes I want to be all things to all people, but in reality, it’s not that easy.

I want to help you find clothes that fit, look good, and make you feel awesome. Luckily, most of the advice I have applies to everyone, regardless of body type or height.

But sometimes, there are issues unique to guys of a certain stature that only they would know because they’ve experienced it firsthand.

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Spotlight On: Favorite picks from Frank & Oak

October 24, 2012
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I wanted to shine a little light on Frank & Oak, a Montreal-based clothing upstart selling basics and more around the $25 – $50 range.

A few of you guys mentioned F & O to me in previous articles’ comments, and although I’ve heard of them, haven’t really had the opportunity to evaluate them up close.

I finally had a chance to see exactly what the deal is, and bottom line (if you haven’t already), I suggest you add them to your short list of places to shop.

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Going Custom: Experiences and thoughts from the Traveling Tailor event

October 3, 2012
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A few weeks ago, I attended Indochino’s Traveling Tailor event in San Francisco. I wanted to give my thoughts on the event, a firsthand experience for those who weren’t there.

I also sprinkle bits of helpful advice here and there when buying a suit, and when going custom. Check it out!

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Spotlight On: The non-middle-management khakis

July 19, 2012
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I love my denim as much as the next guy (especially the dark blue inky kind) but sometimes, you just want to wear a different pair of pants, you know what I mean? Sometimes you’re forced to, for example, when it’s hot as balls out and you want to keep as cool as possible.

My problem with a lot of chinos out there is that they’re too baggy. TOO BAGGY! Read on for another alternative to denim, which may work especially well for you slimmer fellows who find regular straight legs to be too wide.

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