Every man needs a simple, classic, wear-with-anything white button-down, and the Gitman Brothers Vintage Oxford ($121) is one of the best we've seen. With a fit and details influenced by 70s and 80s styles, this shirt features a 100% cotton build, a V-stitch pocket, a narrow split yolk, and a back collar button down. In addition, it arrives pre-washed to its true size, so you don't have to worry about it shrinking up the first time you clean it.
SaveAdd some edge to your work wardrobe with The Hill-Side Ties ($80-$87). Made in New York City, these slim, stylish ties are available in selvedge cotton and hemp indigo denim, selvedge khaki chino, and dark tan waxed canvas, each designed for everyday use, gaining character as they break in.
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Look your best from the boardroom to the bar with these Band of Outsiders Ties ($130). Available in a variety of sizes and designs, from standard to skinny and from stripes to plaid, you're sure to find one to suit your needs. Pun intended.
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You're officially out of excuses for wearing a clip-on or going unbuttoned. The How Tie ($15) has clear knot-tying instructions printed right down the front. It's made from 100% silk twill and comes in a 3-inch width.
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The Brooks Brothers Triple Guard Stripe Tie ($150) is a USA-made masterpiece, much like Jennifer Aniston. Part of their high-end Black Fleece collection, anti-Angelina wears only it and a smile on the cover of January's GQ.
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Woven from fine Italian silk, these John Varvatos Slim Silk Ties ($98) will spice up your standard work wardrobe. Available in a variety of colors and patterns, several of the designs hold hidden surprises such as embroidered griffins, crests, and skull and crossbones, which only add to the slim modern look.
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Show up to the meeting in squid style with the Tentacle Tie ($36). Designed by Cyberoptix, this tie features a great silk-screened design straight from the depths.
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With a combination of whimsy and style, the Cut Throat Tie ($30-$50) from Cyberoptix is sure to liven up your office-wear. The tie features a design of five straight razor chevrons that would make Sweeney Todd proud, and is available in microfiber or silk, in skinny or standard widths, and in a variety of colors — making sure you can find one that matches your wardrobe.
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Show your support or ironic distaste for war with this awesome Bombs Away Tie ($36). Available in army green or grayish purple, the tie drops love bombs like no other. [via]
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The Brooks Brothers Triple Guard Stripe Tie ($150) is a USA-made masterpiece, much like Jennifer Aniston. Part of their high-end Black Fleece collection, anti-Angelina wears only it and a smile on the cover of January's GQ.
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Woven from fine Italian silk, these John Varvatos Slim Silk Ties ($98) will spice up your standard work wardrobe. Available in a variety of colors and patterns, several of the designs hold hidden surprises such as embroidered griffins, crests, and skull and crossbones, which only add to the slim modern look.
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You're officially out of excuses for wearing a clip-on or going unbuttoned. The How Tie ($15) has clear knot-tying instructions printed right down the front. It's made from 100% silk twill and comes in a 3-inch width.
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Look your best from the boardroom to the bar with these Band of Outsiders Ties ($130). Available in a variety of sizes and designs, from standard to skinny and from stripes to plaid, you're sure to find one to suit your needs. Pun intended.
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Show your support or ironic distaste for war with this awesome Bombs Away Tie ($36). Available in army green or grayish purple, the tie drops love bombs like no other. [via]
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Show up to the meeting in squid style with the Tentacle Tie ($36). Designed by Cyberoptix, this tie features a great silk-screened design straight from the depths.
SaveAdd some edge to your work wardrobe with The Hill-Side Ties ($80-$87). Made in New York City, these slim, stylish ties are available in selvedge cotton and hemp indigo denim, selvedge khaki chino, and dark tan waxed canvas, each designed for everyday use, gaining character as they break in.
Save
With a combination of whimsy and style, the Cut Throat Tie ($30-$50) from Cyberoptix is sure to liven up your office-wear. The tie features a design of five straight razor chevrons that would make Sweeney Todd proud, and is available in microfiber or silk, in skinny or standard widths, and in a variety of colors — making sure you can find one that matches your wardrobe.
SaveMost of the time when you see a product made from recycled whatever, the "whatever" part loses its original functionality — you can't exactly use a bench made from recycled milk jugs to hold milk. Which is only one of the many reasons Sonic Fabric Ties ($90) are so neat. Made from 50% colored thread and 50% recycled audio cassette tape, these unusual accessories can actually be played by running a tape head over them, playing sound collages from designer Alyce Santoro's CD Between Stations.
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.
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.
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 ($6). Made to both look and smell like frying bacon, this soap will get you clean while giving your appetite a jump-start on the day.
SaveTempted by the MINI's go-cart handling, but not a fan of its boxy exterior? The MINI Coupé Concept ($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.
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.
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Terrorism. Murder. Blood. Bullets. Darkness. This is the G.I. Joe cartoon you've been waiting 25 years for. G.I. Joe: Resolute ($14) is a new animated mini-series featuring classic Joes and Cobra operatives that's sure to make the live action movie look even more like a turd. Aimed at older viewers, and garnering standing ovations at JoeCon Comic-Con, Resolute consists of 11 episodes (ten 5-minute episodes and one 10-minute finale) totaling 60 minutes. We won't tell you the plot, but let's just say Cobra Commander goes totally apocalyptic on Moscow. In the first four minutes. Can someone please start a petition to turn this into a regular weekly series? Oh, and don't forget the toys.
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.
SaveHaving a big-ass tool set is all well and good, but when you can have the most popular sockets on hand in just one tool, why bother? The Black & Decker Ready Wrench ($30) offers exactly that, with 16 of the most popular sockets — in both standard and metric — on rotating heads on either end of the tool, ready to replace both one- and two-inch deep sockets. With a rubber grip for added comfort, it'll let you save the big tool set for those really tough jobs — like assembling Ikea furniture.
SaveSimplify the process of installing the apps you want on your Windows machine with Ninite. This awesome free service lets you choose from a range of applications, plug-ins, utilities, and other goodies that might normally take hours to download separately, with a "Get Installer" button at the bottom that will do all the heavy lifting for you, creating a simple, one-step app that will install all of the software you chose in one fell swoop. Good for Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7.
SaveIf you're into gadgets, and if you're reading this that's highly likely, then you no doubt have several SD and/or microSD cards laying around — so turn them into USB drives using the LaCie DataShare ($13). The DataShare breaks into two halves — red for SD and white for microSD — that fit together to form one solid, easily-portable storage solution.
SaveInfinity pools have been around for a while, so it only makes sense someone would apply the same idea to another home-sized water feature: the aquarium. ZeroEdge Aquariums ($600 and up) do exactly that, providing overflowing aquatic environments for all types of fish and sea creatures in a variety of styles and shapes, ensuring you can find one that's right for your home or office. Just remember: no edge equals no lid, so be sure to keep the Darla-types away. [Thanks, Brian]
SaveWe've seen plenty of not-so-hot iPhone cases that have tried to tack wallets on as an afterthought, but this is the first time we know of it's been done the other way around. The Hard Graft Phone Card Wallet (€79; $120) is a slim, front-pocket style credit card wallet that's built with such strong elastic tape that it can also hold a phone inside for a decidedly less-slim solution. Other features include grey vegetable tan leather construction, seven card slots, and measurements that happen to hold an iPhone perfectly.
SaveFour years ago, we brought you the Marshmallow Shooter. It served you well. It kept enemies at bay. It won many office battles. But times have gotten worse. And times like these call for something stronger. Times like these call for the Executive Elite Marshmallow Blaster ($55). This pump-action weapon shoots marshmallows up to 40 feet, and stores discreetly in a Bond-esque carrying case.
SaveMost of the time when you see a product made from recycled whatever, the "whatever" part loses its original functionality — you can't exactly use a bench made from recycled milk jugs to hold milk. Which is only one of... [More]
Every man needs a simple, classic, wear-with-anything white button-down, and the Gitman Brothers Vintage Oxford ($121) is one of the best we've seen. With a fit and details influenced by 70s and 80s styles, this shirt features a 100% cotton... [More]
Add some edge to your work wardrobe with The Hill-Side Ties ($80-$87). Made in New York City, these slim, stylish ties are available in selvedge cotton and hemp indigo denim, selvedge khaki chino, and dark tan waxed canvas, each designed... [More]
Look your best from the boardroom to the bar with these Band of Outsiders Ties ($130). Available in a variety of sizes and designs, from standard to skinny and from stripes to plaid, you're sure to find one to suit... [More]
You're officially out of excuses for wearing a clip-on or going unbuttoned. The How Tie ($15) has clear knot-tying instructions printed right down the front. It's made from 100% silk twill and comes in a 3-inch width.... [More]
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The Brooks Brothers Triple Guard Stripe Tie ($150) is a USA-made masterpiece, much like Jennifer Aniston. Part of their high-end Black Fleece collection, anti-Angelina wears only it and a smile on the cover of January's GQ.... [More]
Woven from fine Italian silk, these John Varvatos Slim Silk Ties ($98) will spice up your standard work wardrobe. Available in a variety of colors and patterns, several of the designs hold hidden surprises such as embroidered griffins, crests, and... [More]
Show up to the meeting in squid style with the Tentacle Tie ($36). Designed by Cyberoptix, this tie features a great silk-screened design straight from the depths.... [More]
With a combination of whimsy and style, the Cut Throat Tie ($30-$50) from Cyberoptix is sure to liven up your office-wear. The tie features a design of five straight razor chevrons that would make Sweeney Todd proud, and is available... [More]
Show your support or ironic distaste for war with this awesome Bombs Away Tie ($36). Available in army green or grayish purple, the tie drops love bombs like no other. [via]... [More]
While we're certainly not in the medical field, we don't mind dressing the part. The Cyberoptix Medic Tie ($30-$50) is a plain tie with the familiar medic cross on it. While the standard white model pictured is fine and all,... [More]
Seriously, how can you go wrong with a tie from a company named Psycho Bunny? You just can't. The Psycho Bunny Striped Ties ($110) feature various stripes and the all-important bunny skull and crossbones.... [More]
It's not too often that April Fool's Day jokes become real products, but that's exactly what has apparently happened after an outcry for production of the 8-bit Tie ($20). The 100% silk clip-on features a great design that makes it... [More]
If you're growing tired of all your standard striped ties, try adding a little funk to your look with this Silk Lily Tie from Mimi Fong ($145). Made of a 78/22 rayon and silk blend, the tie is burgundy with... [More]
Finding button-ups to distinguish yourself from the sea of plain solid-colored shirts out there isn't always an easy task, especially when you want a shirt that can pull double duty in both the board room and the champagne room. The... [More]
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