Made using natural scents found in Switzerland, Victorinox Swiss Unlimited ($75) is a breath of fresh air for those used to overly-processed fragrances. It features hints of both Genepi liquor and Absinth, mixed with a little woodsy Swiss Alps Silver Fur for good measure, and comes in an awesome special soft rubber case with solid metal carabiner, so you can be ready for a freshen-up anytime, any where.
SaveWhen its time to don more sophisticated rags than your standard shorts and polo, make sure you've got a fragrance to match. Brooks Brothers Black Fleece Eau de Toilette ($125) is a fine option, with notes of citrus, spices, bourbon, incense, and rosewood heart, all encased in a grey bottle reminiscent of 1950's ceramic glass flacons, with a matching silver-trimmed glass cap, and packaged in an eco-friendly box.
SaveWe'd imagine rock 'n' roll smells like cigarettes, booze, and sex, but luckily John Varvatos doesn't seem to have the same problem. John Varvatos Rock Volume One ($82) is a rock-inspired take on the classic Varvatos fragrance, adding notes of rose absolute and coffee beans to the original formula to give it an edgy, sensual scent that'll have you smelling much better than your average lead singer.
SaveSure, its bottle might look like a knock-off MP3 player, but the scent inside is anything but. Givenchy Play ($53-$71) is a terrific fragrance for the summer to fall transition, thanks to its Caribbean Amyris wood base. It offers a mix of fresh and woody scents, with notes of orange, grapefruit, coffee flower, and black pepper, a mix that'll work well whether you're heading to an end of summer beach barbeque or autumn evening bonfire.
SaveGet a new summer smell (besides that beer-and-sausage one) with John Varvatos Artisan ($55). The citrusy fragrance covers your bod with a "refreshing citrus explosion that develops into a spicy and floral blend followed by a masculine woody impression." It comes in a flask-shaped bottle that's hand-woven in distressed rattan.
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Smell good and help out mother nature at the same time with Nautica Oceans ($65). The environmentally friendly fragrance features a long-lasting, biodegradable water-based formula that includes notes of ocean air, lemon tonic, sea salt rose, and teakwood, and arrives in 100% recyclable, eco-friendly packaging manufactured using wind power in a carbon neutral facility.
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The original Baxter Bravado was a woodsy cologne launched by the company's founder, Baster Finley, in the 1970's. It was available for several years, but was, like all good things, eventually put out to pasture. Enter Baxter Bravado 2 and Bravado 3 ($80 each). These two new colognes are the love children of the original Bravado, offering musky and modern notes that're sure to be welcomed with open arms. Both fragrances will go on sale in mid-April at Barneys New York locations around the country.
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Looking for a fresh scent this fall? Check out Zirh Ikon ($65). The woodsy, natural scent features top notes of Cardamon, Ginger, and Lemon, mid notes including iris root, black cinnamon, and clove buds, and dry notes of frankincense and patchouli. Bold, fresh, and masculine.
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For those of you who like Polo but always found it a bit too old man-ish, check out Polo Modern Reserve ($63). This updated scent replaces aging notes like chamomile and tobacco with cool cardamom spice and different blends of leather. A fresh, modern update to one of the world's best-known fragrances.
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Looking for a fresh scent this fall? Check out Zirh Ikon ($65). The woodsy, natural scent features top notes of Cardamon, Ginger, and Lemon, mid notes including iris root, black cinnamon, and clove buds, and dry notes of frankincense and patchouli. Bold, fresh, and masculine.
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For those of you who like Polo but always found it a bit too old man-ish, check out Polo Modern Reserve ($63). This updated scent replaces aging notes like chamomile and tobacco with cool cardamom spice and different blends of leather. A fresh, modern update to one of the world's best-known fragrances.
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Smell good and help out mother nature at the same time with Nautica Oceans ($65). The environmentally friendly fragrance features a long-lasting, biodegradable water-based formula that includes notes of ocean air, lemon tonic, sea salt rose, and teakwood, and arrives in 100% recyclable, eco-friendly packaging manufactured using wind power in a carbon neutral facility.
SaveWe'd imagine rock 'n' roll smells like cigarettes, booze, and sex, but luckily John Varvatos doesn't seem to have the same problem. John Varvatos Rock Volume One ($82) is a rock-inspired take on the classic Varvatos fragrance, adding notes of rose absolute and coffee beans to the original formula to give it an edgy, sensual scent that'll have you smelling much better than your average lead singer.
SaveMade using natural scents found in Switzerland, Victorinox Swiss Unlimited ($75) is a breath of fresh air for those used to overly-processed fragrances. It features hints of both Genepi liquor and Absinth, mixed with a little woodsy Swiss Alps Silver Fur for good measure, and comes in an awesome special soft rubber case with solid metal carabiner, so you can be ready for a freshen-up anytime, any where.
SaveSure, its bottle might look like a knock-off MP3 player, but the scent inside is anything but. Givenchy Play ($53-$71) is a terrific fragrance for the summer to fall transition, thanks to its Caribbean Amyris wood base. It offers a mix of fresh and woody scents, with notes of orange, grapefruit, coffee flower, and black pepper, a mix that'll work well whether you're heading to an end of summer beach barbeque or autumn evening bonfire.
Save
The original Baxter Bravado was a woodsy cologne launched by the company's founder, Baster Finley, in the 1970's. It was available for several years, but was, like all good things, eventually put out to pasture. Enter Baxter Bravado 2 and Bravado 3 ($80 each). These two new colognes are the love children of the original Bravado, offering musky and modern notes that're sure to be welcomed with open arms. Both fragrances will go on sale in mid-April at Barneys New York locations around the country.
SaveWhen its time to don more sophisticated rags than your standard shorts and polo, make sure you've got a fragrance to match. Brooks Brothers Black Fleece Eau de Toilette ($125) is a fine option, with notes of citrus, spices, bourbon, incense, and rosewood heart, all encased in a grey bottle reminiscent of 1950's ceramic glass flacons, with a matching silver-trimmed glass cap, and packaged in an eco-friendly box.
Save"Never resist the call of the game." At least, that's what Lacoste Challenge ($60) thinks you should do. With a woody base that's complemented by citrus notes of lemon and orange, as well as lavender and rosewood, it's a fine fall fragrance, and comes in a skyscraper-esque glass bottle with black lid that will look great on your counter — which is a good thing, since it's height will likely make it a no-go for the medicine cabinet.
SaveFrom the makers of Baconnaise and Bacon Salt comes a bacon-flavored product that you don't even have to eat. J&D's Bacon Lip Balm ($13/4-pack) will protect your lips with beeswax, aloe vera oil, Vitamin E acetate, and other ingredients, all while offering a subtle bacon flavor both you and your partner can enjoy.
SaveMost of us don't have the engineering, design, or architectural chops to recreate any of Frank Lloyd Wright's masterworks, but we can anyway, thanks to these new Frank Lloyd Wright Lego Architecture Building Sets ($TBA). Licensed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection, these terrific sets — of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Fallingwater — were developed in collaboration with leading architects to be as accurate as possible, and come with booklets that not only tell you how to build you own model masterpiece, but exclusive archival historical material and photographs of each building, as well. [Thanks, Kris]
SaveEver wish you could combine your dual-monitor setup into one behemoth display? Get ready, because your wish has come true in the NEC CRV43 Curved Widescreen Display ($8,000). Boasting a unique curved design that's sure to immerse you more than a standard two display setup, this beauty also features a 2880x900 double WXGA resolution, a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, single link DVI-D and HDMI inputs, USB 2.0 ports, an on screen display, and the assurance that you have the most unique monitor in the neighborhood. [via]
SaveEver wish you could take a Jägermeister shot machine with you camping, tailgating, and partying? Now you can, with the Jägermeister 6-Bottle Shot Cooler ($120). Available as a six-bottle value pack, the cooler has plenty of room for all six bottles, ice, and the requisite cans of Red Bull, and uses the same tech as the Jägermeister Tap Machine to deliver ice-cold shots straight from the external tap.
SaveShow your fang affiliation by stocking your fridge with Tru Blood ($16). Based on the synthetic blood drink favored by the more civilized vampires of HBO's True Blood, this carbonated real-world version packs a slightly sweet, slightly tart blood orange flavor and a rich red color that will have guests wondering if you're drinking the real thing.
SaveFlapjack lovers, rejoice. Now you can make fresh, 97% fat-free pancakes in as little as 30 seconds using the ChefStack Automatic Pancake Machine ($3,500). This microwave-sized wonder uses no-mess batter pouches to crank out stack after stack of four- inch diameter pancakes, and doesn't even require supervision, letting you cook up breakfast for you and your crew while you get your other morning activities out of the way — like taking a shower, brushing your teeth, or downing a half-dozen mimosas.
SaveWe love bacon, and we've seen everything from Canned Bacon to Baconnaise, Bacon Salt, Bacon Floss — hell, even Bacon Lip Balm — so it was only a matter of time before we discovered Bacon Soap ($6). Made to both look and smell like frying bacon, this soap will get you clean while giving your appetite a jump-start on the day.
SaveOne of the worst things about adding ice to a whisky is its ability to water-down the flavor. So chill your next drink down with Whisky Stones ($20). Milled in Vermont by some of the oldest soapstone workshops in the US, these stones chill quickly in the freezer, and won't impart any flavor to your favorite blend.
SaveTempted by the MINI's go-cart handling, but not a fan of its boxy exterior? The MINI Coupé Concept ($TBA) is for you. Ready to accept any of MINI's powerhouse engines, including the 1.6L twin-scroll turbocharged unit from the MINI John Cooper Works, this stylish two-seater pairs a decidedly MINI-like bottom with an aggressively designed upper half, including a swept back windshield, short contrast roof, hidden B-pillars, and more sexy than every other modern MINI combined.
SaveLeave it to the air maestros at Dyson to create a fan with no blades. The Dyson Air Multiplier ($300-$330) uses a fairly ingenious design to suck air into the base, accelerating it through an small aperture in the device's ring and then over a ramp to channel its direction. As it happens, this also causes the air behind and around the machine to be drawn into the airflow, creating a smooth stream of air amplified 15 times, without the unpleasant buffeting caused by the blades of a traditional fan chopping the air. The only downside? It's a $300 fan.
SaveWhat good is a portable hard drive if you're afraid to take it anywhere? With the Hitachi SimpleTough Hard Drive ($100-$135), you simply grab your data and go. Featuring a rugged body with grippy rubber sides and a smooth rubber body, the SimpleTough can withstand drops of up to 7 feet and also offers underside lighting and an integrated USB cable, giving you one less thing to remember when packing for your next spy mission.
SaveTackle the great outdoors -- or just yard work -- in the coldest of weather in the Timberland Utility Jacket ($150). With straightforward looks, it's not exactly a flashy piece of outerwear, but it does the job, with a rugged cotton twill outer, nylon polin and polyester fleece lining, a front zipper with button flap cover for added wind protection, dual snap-close side pockets and two cargo-style chest pockets, slightly distressed details for a worn-in look, and stitched down shoulder epaulettes.
SaveKnown primarily for its sporty pro outerwear, the new line of Arc'teryx Veilance ($175-$1,000) tops, coats, and pants combines tough, outdoor-ready fabrics like Gore-Tex and Paclite with more traditional cuts and syling, letting you dress your best no matter what the weather's like outside. And no, we don't know how you're supposed to say "Arc'teryx."
SaveThink you've seen or read all the great books and films there are to digest? Think again. City Secrets Books & Movies ($14 each) are your guide to gems of cinema and literature that are mostly overlooked, compiled from recommendations given by some of the world's most well-respected minds on either subject, including Alec Wilkinson, Kenneth Turan, Marty Scorsese, and Sidney Lumet. Good luck finding copies of — and time to watch and read — all of them.
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Looking for a way to monitor your energy usage and cut down on power bills during the economic crunch? Check out the Black & Decker Power Monitor ($100). This easy-to-use device provides real-time electricity use, cost, and outdoor temperature readings, thanks to a wireless sensor that attaches to your electricity meter. Offering an Appliance Mode that isolates the cost of individual appliances or gadgets, it could save you up to 20% each month on your power bill — meaning it should pay for itself in no time.
SaveWho needs buttons? Apple's Magic Mouse ($69) eschews mechanical buttons and scroll wheels, letting you navigate using the same Multi-Touch technology used on the iPhone and MacBook trackpads. The sexy, seamless, touch-sensitive device works as a single or multi-button mouse with advanced gesture support, allowing you to scroll, pan, or swipe with ninja-finger skill. Works for you freakish lefties too.
SaveWhat would you pay to be Don Draper or Roger Sterling? How about to look like them? The Brooks Brothers Mad Men Edition Suit ($1,000; October 19) pays homage to AMC's hit show with a medium gray sharkskin suit designed by Janie Bryant, the Emmy-nominated costume designer for the show, and is modeled after Draper's and Sterling's wardrobes. Features include a noticeably slim cut, diagonal pockets, narrower notch lapels, and side vents. Limited to just 250, the suit is made in a Brooks-owned factory in Massachusetts, and while it might be more classically stylish than your current attire, don't expect it to magically turn you into Jon Hamm.
SaveJust in time for undeadliest of holidays comes The Horde T-Shirt ($18). This black American Apparel tee sports a terrific print of a single character wielding multiple weapons on the roof of a car as a horde (get it?) of zombies surround him. While it won't pass as a costume per se, it's certainly festive, and if you happen to harbor a secret zombie obsession, you'll no doubt find yourself wearing it all year long.
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"Never resist the call of the game." At least, that's what Lacoste Challenge ($60) thinks you should do. With a woody base that's complemented by citrus notes of lemon and orange, as well as lavender and rosewood, it's a fine... [More]
Made using natural scents found in Switzerland, Victorinox Swiss Unlimited ($75) is a breath of fresh air for those used to overly-processed fragrances. It features hints of both Genepi liquor and Absinth, mixed with a little woodsy Swiss Alps Silver... [More]
When its time to don more sophisticated rags than your standard shorts and polo, make sure you've got a fragrance to match. Brooks Brothers Black Fleece Eau de Toilette ($125) is a fine option, with notes of citrus, spices, bourbon,... [More]
We'd imagine rock 'n' roll smells like cigarettes, booze, and sex, but luckily John Varvatos doesn't seem to have the same problem. John Varvatos Rock Volume One ($82) is a rock-inspired take on the classic Varvatos fragrance, adding notes of... [More]
Sure, its bottle might look like a knock-off MP3 player, but the scent inside is anything but. Givenchy Play ($53-$71) is a terrific fragrance for the summer to fall transition, thanks to its Caribbean Amyris wood base. It offers a... [More]
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Get a new summer smell (besides that beer-and-sausage one) with John Varvatos Artisan ($55). The citrusy fragrance covers your bod with a "refreshing citrus explosion that develops into a spicy and floral blend followed by a masculine woody impression." It... [More]
Smell good and help out mother nature at the same time with Nautica Oceans ($65). The environmentally friendly fragrance features a long-lasting, biodegradable water-based formula that includes notes of ocean air, lemon tonic, sea salt rose, and teakwood, and arrives... [More]
The original Baxter Bravado was a woodsy cologne launched by the company's founder, Baster Finley, in the 1970's. It was available for several years, but was, like all good things, eventually put out to pasture. Enter Baxter Bravado 2 and... [More]
Looking for a fresh scent this fall? Check out Zirh Ikon ($65). The woodsy, natural scent features top notes of Cardamon, Ginger, and Lemon, mid notes including iris root, black cinnamon, and clove buds, and dry notes of frankincense and... [More]
For those of you who like Polo but always found it a bit too old man-ish, check out Polo Modern Reserve ($63). This updated scent replaces aging notes like chamomile and tobacco with cool cardamom spice and different blends of... [More]
Burberry The Beat ($55-$65) is a fresh woody fragrance perfect for the changing season. Inside the Burberry-checked metal and glass bottle, you'll find a combination of leatherwood, vetiver bourbon, cerate, black pepper and violet leaves.... [More]
Coffee, you say? In a cologne? Yes. Thierry Mugler Angel Men Pure Coffee ($65) is a limited edition scent with its roots firmly planted in the world of java. With a base scent of slightly burnt coffee, the cologne also... [More]
Whether you're unsure which cologne to buy or buying a gift for a particularly picky friend, you can't go wrong with the Sephora Scent Sampler Set ($50). The set includes sample-sized bottles of several colognes, including Ermenegildo Zegna ZegnaIntenso, Lacoste... [More]
This limited edition set of liquor-inspired scents will hopefully have you smelling like your respected grandfather and not the tubby drunk on the corner. Each fragrance in the Jack Black Well Stocked Bar Set ($55) can be worn individually or... [More]
Whether you're tired of the same old scent, tired of smelling the same as half the guys at the bar, or tired of not smelling good at all, you should check out Chanel Allure Homme Sport ($45). This casual, modern... [More]
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