We're big fans of donning a hoodie when flying, and the Burton Sleeper Hoodie ($100) was made for exactly that. It features a dedicated pocket with a headphone cable port for your media player of choice, an internal passport and ticket pocket, mesh lining, and an integrated/removable inflatable neck pillow for those long cross-country flights.... [More]

Since Armani Code ($50/1.7 oz) is a rather intricate scent, we'll just let Sephora describe the new fragrance: "A sexy blend of fresh lemon and bergamot softened with hints of orange tree blossom, warmed with soothing Guaiac wood, and Tonka Bean." Sounds (and smells) good to us.... [More]

And this year's award for best-looking cologne bottle goes to... Armani Attitude ($55). Aside from the sweet lighter-inspired case, Attitude packs a spicy, smooth, and sensual scent that should provide the perfect transition from fruity, summer scents to the musky, heavy scents of winter.... [More]

Not all the books in your personal library need to be serious, and The Zombie Survival Guide ($11) is definitely not serious. Written by Max Brooks (son of Mel and current SNL writer), this guide features such life-saving tips as “Use your head: cut off theirs.,” and “Keep moving, keep low, keep quiet, keep alert!” If only we’d had this... [More]

For those of us that were/are part of “Generation X,” this is the book all of us always wanted to write and never got around to it. Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs by Chuck Klosterman ($15) is more than just some book that Seth was reading on the O.C. — it’s one of the first books that actually matters to... [More]

Growing up, we certainly had our share of fun — and got into a fair share of trouble — with our potato guns. Now we can rebuild better, stronger guns with the help of Backyard Ballistics ($11). Plans for building potato guns, a match-powered rocket, a tennis ball mortar, a pneumatic missile, and more are included. Just make sure not... [More]

Skip the family-friendly vacation spots this year and instead tour the secret destinations of America found in Top Secret Tourism ($12). Author Harry Helms takes you on a tour of this "other America," complete with state-by-state listings, facility histories, descriptions, associated rumors, maps, directions, pictures, and more. You won't find any towering roller coasters or overpriced stuffed animals here.... [More]

While most of us wouldn't consider Kevin Smith's life boring, it's nevertheless in the title of My Boring Ass Life: The Uncomfortably Candid Diary of Kevin Smith ($10; $15 signed copy). In it the director/actor/writer details aspects of his life both large and small, from watching TiVo with his wife Jen to helping his friend Jason Mewes kick his heroin... [More]

You're never too old to give your buddies a scare or to impress a young lady with a killer trick. Tricks to Freak Out Your Friends ($10) includes 50 "rude, sick, and mind-blowing stunts" that will surely get you some attention. The book provides step-by-step directions to show you how to resurrect dead flies, swallow table knives, cut off your... [More]

Ever wonder exactly what kind of technological wonders the CIA has cooked up over the years? Then you need to read Spycraft: The Secret History of the CIA's Spytechs, from Communism to al-Qaeda ($20). Co-written by a former director the CIA’s Office of Technical Service — an ultra-secret group that makes the Q division look like amateurs — and an... [More]

Presented by Ask a Ninja, it should come as no surprise that The Ninja Handbook ($10) most definitely looks forward to killing you soon. Packed with over 335 pages, the book explains in gory detail such quandaries as when to slash and when to stab and how to create and name your very own lethal ninja clan. Caution: Pages are... [More]

Whether you get your smoke through a legal prescription or other, shadier channels, there's always the question of what to do once you've enjoyed a puff or two. The Official High Times Pot Smokers Handbook ($18) is here to help with a list of 420 (ha!) things to do when you're stoned. Along with plenty of humorous activities, the book... [More]

Need a swift kick to the vocabulary? Pick up 100 Words To Make You Sound Smart ($6) by the editors of The American Heritage Dictionary. This smallish paperback is filled with interesting words to help you communicate more effectively. It might be the most perspicacious book you read all year.... [More]

Enjoy the classic art of MAD Magazine in an all-new format with the MAD Poster Book ($20). This unique postcard book-style release packs 15 posters, each printed on hard stock paper with the print on one side and editors' notes about the poster on the other. Including illustrations like Spy vs. Spy" to pieces from the MADropolitan Museum of Art,... [More]

DIY projects are pretty much always fun — but when you mix DIY projects with food, it's both fun and tasty. The Hungry Scientist Handbook ($12) is packed with twenty projects created by a mix of programmers, geeks, and professors, including edible origami, glowing lollipops, a pumpkin pinhole camera, integrated circuit trivets, cryogenic martinis, and more.... [More]

Forget the airbrushed perfection of most modern female nudes — for honest sexuality, we'll take a real woman every time. SuicideGirls: Beauty Redefined ($32; possibly NSFW) is a 396 page hardcover tribute to the openly real girls of the groundbreaking website, celebrating the female form and spirit in its most true — and interesting — state. [Thanks, Dennis]... [More]

If you enjoy experimenting with dangerous science at home (like building a thermic lance using bacon and an air hose that's capable of cutting through sheet metal) then Theo Gray's Mad Science: Experiments You Can Do At Home - But Probably Shouldn't ($17) is the book for you. Gray, a Popular Science columnist, shares his enthusiasm for explosive science by... [More]

Whether you're an aficionado of rock posters or simply want to decorate a music-themed room on the cheap, you owe it to yourself to pick up Gig Posters Volume 1: Rock Show Art of the 21st Century ($27). Culled from the archives of gigposters.com, this oversized (14"x11") paperback features over 700 example of the best modern rock poster art, including... [More]

Looking for some backyard adventures to close out your summer? Grab yourself a copy of Absinthe & Flamethrowers: Projects and Ruminations on the Art of Living Dangerously ($12), and get to work. Featuring everything from instructions on how to make your own black powder, flamethrower, rockets — even absinthe — it also give you tips on eating dangerously, cigarette smoking,... [More]

If they have to make another Star Wars movie, we hope they base it on this. Star Wars: Death Troopers by Joe Schreiber ($16; October 13) eschews the Jedi heroics the series is known for, instead inserting another great class of beings: zombies. After an Imperial prison barge breaks down, a team is sent to an abandoned Star Destroyer to... [More]

Go inside the world of history's most notorious, powerful, and secret organizations with Cults, Conspiracies, and Secret Societies ($11). From well-known groups like the Skulls, Illuminati, and Freemasons to little-known clubs like Oulipo, a group of literary intellectuals who devised unique formulas for creating written masterpieces, this 384-page investigation looks at everything through an entertaining, inquisitive eye, making a read... [More]

Monsters are somewhere close to Robots, Zombies, and Pirates on our favorite "Fictional Characters" list, so it should come as no surprise that we're digging this awesome dark brass Boogeyman Belt Buckle ($40). Part of a line of Monster Buckles, this buckle should look great with a tee and jeans, and is also available in brass and aluminum. [via]... [More]

While we normally fear Abercrombie's logo-covered tops, we can't help but like this Curtis Pond Hooded Henley ($60). The wider opening of the henley allows for a different look than you get with a hoodie, and small details like the striped hood and vintage wash provide an extra touch of style.... [More]

ScotteVest's Ultimate Hoodie Microfleece ($70) was made for those of us who tend to carry around more gadgets and gear than Richard "Data" Wang. Part of the company's technology enabled clothing (TEC) line, the lightweight hoodie is surprisingly comfortable and absolutely packed with places to hold your stuff. It features 11 strategically located compartments with with magnetic closures, as well... [More]

Give the term "swashbuckler" a whole new meaning with the Swash Belt Buckle ($65) from Veer. It features the word "swash" set in Alejando Paul's awesome Affair typeface, making it a little more geeky (and more desirable) than most of the bottle opener/retro buckles we're used to seeing. Plus, being associated with "rough, noisy and boastful swordsmen" is always a... [More]

While you wait patiently to see what "Harvey" does with the mess that is Medellin, show your support for Vincent Chase and his fictional crew with this Entourage Medellin T-Shirt ($20). Featuring the fake film's logo above a graphic of Colombia, this tee is better-looking than most real movie shirts we've seen. [Thanks, Paul]... [More]

As the weather gets cooler, it's a good idea to have some more upscale long-sleeved crewnecks around to wear alone, or for layering underneath another shirt or jacket. The Abercrombie Sargent Pond Crewneck ($50) is one option, made from soft brushed cotton, and with its waffle texture, horizontal striping, vintage look, and A&F's "Muscle Fit," it's perfect for cool autumn... [More]

This may officially signal the end for the blazer-and-hoodie duo, but for anyone who wants the look without the fuss, the Volcom Ransom Hooded Twill Blazer ($85) will do perfectly. It features a finely striped black blazer with a matching black hoodie (or at least parts of one) grafted right in.... [More]

We weren't expecting to feature a mesh/trucker cap again for another 10 years or so. But we'd buy anything with our favorite typeface blazoned across the front. Which is why we're digging this camo-rific Helvetica Cap ($35) from Granph. Wear it at SXSW next year, and not only will you not be scorned, you'll be bugged by all the fellow... [More]

Classic Roman architecture meets modern-day clothing in the Black Rome Belt ($95) from Sugarcrane. The belt's elegant black buckle features a pair of Roman columns and smooth curves, and is paired with a black Italian leather belt with hand stitched accents that add just the right amount of flair. Perfect for the Uncrate summer uniform of jeans and a tee.... [More]

Imagine Jaws. Now imagine Jaws with bling-like, pixelated front teeth, and you've got the gist of the Pixel Shark T-Shirt ($19). Printed on an extra-soft ringspun combed cotton shirt, it's super comfy, and the print is just the right size to cover the entire front of the shirt, drawing attention away from your zombie-like physique.... [More]

Despite our intense dislike of their aggressively fragrant, techno-filled stores, A&F do know how to make a jacket. The Abercrombie Sawtooth Jacket ($160) is no exception, blending aged military style with comforts like soft cotton construction, flannel lining, a high collar, a reinforced storm placket, cover stitching for extra strength, and a zip and button closure. A nearly perfect Fall... [More]

We're ready for zombie gear all year round, but even non-fans of the walking dead can appreciate this tee. The latest all-over style from Design by Humans, the Zombi Zombie T-Shirt ($24) is just the thing to fill your quota of undead for the season.... [More]

Mixing casual style with dress sensibilities, the Tsubo Plana ($140) is a great everyday shoe for Fall. It features an ultra-soft kid leather upper, elastic gussets to help the tongue stay flat against the foot, a textile heel wrap, and a cushioned double-density insole to keep your feet comfortable all day, from the office to the local pub.... [More]

Puma gets your feet ready for winter with the RS 100 Parka sneakers ($73). The updated version of the 80's classic features a quilted rip-stop upper with suede trim, faux-fur lining, and a cork midsole.... [More]

There's never been a bracelet this hardcore. Made from military-issue 550 paracord, Survival Straps ($18-$25) are bracelets designed to help you in an emergency. With 15 to 20' of cord used in each bracelet, you simply unravel it to instantly have a section of strong rope for any number of uses. (Just ask Bear how handy one of these things... [More]

At a certain age, "house shoes" somehow make their way onto your mom's holiday shopping list for you. And, at a certain age, you start to appreciate them. This year at least tell her about the slipperific Vans Mesa Slip-Ons ($45). The fleece-lined shoes are perfect for indoor use, yet show you still have a little style left in that... [More]

if your guys didn't make the playoffs and you're sick of sporting the team colors, grab one of these Menswear Flexfit Caps ($24) to cover up your all-nighter hair. The 6-panel semi-fitted cap comes in grey, black, brown and green plaid and herringbone patterns.... [More]

We can only imagine it will be this awesome when the clock strikes 12 tonight. Dracula leading a horde of zombies on a T-Rex, while UFOs and meth cowboys on Pterodactyls wreak havoc on our cities. The This Is How The World Ends T-Shirt ($18) has it all. Beware Y2K9.... [More]

Pay homage to cinema's most celebrated stoners with the Up In Smoke T-Shirt ($24). Featuring faceless illustrations of a dude with a mustache and cap and another with an unkempt beard, long hair, and headband, it's both unmistakable and subtle.... [More]

We may have just found our new favorite everyday shoe. The Vans 106 Surf ($65), which look to be some of the most versatile, wear-with-anything sneakers around, feature a cotton canvas and hemp upper, moisture-wicking antimicrobial insoles with bamboo lining, and a vulcanized waffle gum rubber outsole.... [More]

Updated for iPodaholics, the Banana Republic Patch-Pocket Blazer ($140) has a dedicated interior pocket for your media player or phone. A buttonhole port on the pocket and elastic loops near the neck take care of the headphone cable. Style-wise, the navy, 100% cotton blazer sports a two-button closure and three exterior patch pockets.... [More]

Stay inside this weekend — whether you have power or not — with a pair of these uber-comfortable Baffin Cush Slippers ($26). Like sleeping bags for your feet, these slippers sport a soft nylon upper, high-loft insulation, lockable front tie closure, and a micro-suede outsole with a slip-resistant pattern.... [More]

You've always wanted one, and now's the time to buy one. Look closely at this Spy Micro Camera Watch ($189) and you'll see a tiny camera hidden within the 2 on the watch face. The watch has a rechargeable battery, 2GB of built-in memory, and records video in AVI format with a resolution of 352 x 288.... [More]

As worn by geek god and Digg founder Kevin Rose, the Adidas SL 72 ($65) brings some casual, vintage style to any occasion. They also come with their own built-in story — the sneakers were first offered way back in 1972 as a training shoe for the Olympic Village athletes — to give you something to talk about during awkward... [More]

You're looking at the greatest underwear ever built for men. The Under Armour HeatGear BoxerJock ($20), available in three lengths, is lightweight with a slight compression fit that provides just enough support. The jewel of the BoxerJock is the vented "performance pouch" which keeps you dry and cool down below. Without getting too graphic, just know that these things cradle... [More]

A unique belt represents a great opportunity to add distinction to your wardrobe. The Honeycomber Leather Belt ($50) is a laser etched 9oz belt made from American cowhide and hand-stained with a protective coating for water resistance and longevity. The brass buckle is removable for those with a buckle collection. A limited run of only 25 bee-tastic belts will be... [More]

Originally created to be the ultimate bag for the the LAPD and the U.S. military, the 5th generation Tactical Bail Out Gear Bag ($20) is a do-it-all bag that's both rugged and attractive (and cheap). At home on the battlefield and in the office, the Bail Out has YKK brand zippers, Velcro closures, a removable padded shoulder strap, and polyester... [More]

Originally designed for the U.S. military Elite Special Forces, the Oakley S.I. Assault Boot ($185) is built so well it's still in use in 2018. As worn by John Conner in Terminator Salvation, the lightweight, athletically-inspired boot features Resistance-approved niceties including prime urethane shock absorption, a moisture-wicking/Skynet-pissing liner, and a vulcanized rubber sole for wet/dry traction and silent movement. With... [More]

The Celtics may or may not make it to face the Cavs in the Eastern Conference Finals, but you can celebrate the club's rich history either way with the PF Flyers Bob Cousy All American ($60). A reissue of Cousy's 1956 sneakers, the low-cut All American features a canvas or washed canvas upper, a Posture Foundation insole that keeps body... [More]

Lots of bags claim to offer plenty of interior organization, but none let you adjust it to fit your particular set of gear. Until now. Cocoon Bags ($40-$130) feature an innovative Grid-It organization system inside, which use a unique weave of rubberized elastic bands to offer nearly endless configuration. With a variety of sizes, styles, and colors available, you're sure... [More]

Explore the seedy underbelly of the Mushroom Kingdom with the Magic Mushrooms T-Shirt ($18). This royal blue tee features a blue-toned print of a mysterious Italian plumber, shrouded in darkness, purchasing a bag of mushroom heads from a round-headed character. Further investigation suggests the result of this transaction was Super Mario Bros. 2.... [More]

Step back in time for some classic casual kicks with the PF Flyers Windjammer ($60). Originally released in 1968, the vulcanized Windjammer is available five different colors, and features a wavy-patterned deck tread, a full foot Posture Foundation insole, and 60s-era logo markings.... [More]

Introduced in the UK in 1980, this outdoor sports shoe makes for a great, colorful casual sneaker. The Adidas Marathon 80 ($65) sports suede and nylon uppers, and is offered in grey/black, blue/yellow, and orange/white.... [More]

Looking for a no-nonsense pair of denim to add to your wardrobe? Then check out Cheap Monday Unwash Autobahn Jeans ($65). Featuring a mid rise cut with a straight leg fit in dark, raw denim, these jeans are simple yet stylish. And cheap.... [More]

It doesn't matter whether you're piloting an F-22 across the sky or a John Deere across your yard, the Oakley Factory Pilot Glove ($80) will keep your hands protected on your journey. Upgraded at the behest of the U.S. military, this extreme glove features a full-grain leather palm with micro venting, breathable mesh and rubber exhaust ports, Airprene on the... [More]

Sure, Ray-Ban's version might be better known, but they sure as hell aren't as tough. Randolph Aviator Sunglasses ($99) were designed for the U.S. Military, and feature unique bayonet temples made to fit underneath headgear, lifetime-warranted solder joints, a variety of available non-polarized and polarized glass or polycarbonate lens options, including prescriptions, five different frame colors, and an included hard... [More]