Michael Salem 
It’s hard to get manlier than a flannel shirt—the wardrobe of lumberjacks, construction workers, and outdoorsmen. They are long-sleeved, brushed cotton, usually plaid, button-up garments chock-full of masculinity. And with the right assortment of fabric weights, you can have a … Read more
The best rain jackets for men have really come a long way in the last number of years. It used to be that most of them were ideal for keeping out the rain, but they often suffered from a severe … Read more
In these interesting times we are living through, it’s no wonder there has been a considerable uptick in interest in bug out bags. Having a fully loaded backpack or sack on the ready means that if stuff hit the fan, … Read more
In the fall of 2016, Apple unveiled the AirPods wireless headphones. And, while they weren’t the first in the market with Bluetooth headphones (not by a longshot), they were definitely the coolest. Of course, in true Apple style, they didn’t … Read more
Let there be light, and I promise you it’s going to be so much better. Having a handy flashlight, on the ready, used to be the ultimate sign of someone who’s prepared for everything. However, with smartphone lights in every … Read more
Sometimes it can feel like every running shoe you look at has some unnecessary bits stuck to it for no good reason. We’ve covered all manner of minimalist sneakers here before. Oh sure, the advertiser will insist they are helping you reach … Read more
Right now, as you read this, I’m sitting here in my home office, shutting out the world. That is, except for phone calls, Zoom meetings, and FaceTimes. And not one of those interactions is aware that I have on the … Read more
Boots are a critical piece of women’s fashion. They can be incredibly functional or merely ornate. No matter what style they are—ankle-high, knee-high, or above the thigh—your boots should make you look forward to wearing them. By building your closet … Read more
Messenger bags are a must-have minimalist accessory. When done right, they allow you to organize your belongings into efficiently designed pockets that provide quick access and easy-inventory of everything you’ve got with you. This simplicity prevents you from toting about … Read more
It’s often assumed that women need to have lots of space to fit the multitude of things that they are obliged to have with them at all times. And, for a while, we saw handbags and wallets becoming considerably large … Read more
The trick has never been about finding a watch under $200. There are so many watches available in the lower price bracket that accomplishing this feat may seem like an easy undertaking. However, the problem is actually one of an … Read more
Finding the perfect timepiece can be an enormous undertaking. Especially when you have a desire to find something classic and subtle and minimalist. There are so many garishly designed watches on the market today for women, it’s as if they … Read more
Chances are when you think of cutting-edge style you don’t think wood. However, one of the coolest looking options for those with a sophisticated sense of understated style is exactly that, the wooden watch. Setting to one side the sustainability … Read more