It’s winter – almost. That means a certain type of guy will be making an appearance over the next few weeks: the urban adventurer. Unlike the gentleman to the left, they’re not out climbing a glacier, hoofing it up K2 or trekking the Appalachian Trail. No, they’re just going to work. These are the guys…
Month: November 2010
OTC Giveaways: ‘Tis the Season for Classic Style
Off the Cuff is partnering with two great brands for two quick stocking stuffer giveaways! Here is what you have a chance to win: All American accessory brand Kiel James Patrick is offering up a belt and bracelet of your choice and British maker Smart Turnout is giving away one of their signature cricket sweaters…
OTC Recommends: The Leather Document Folio
Most of us regularly tote around briefcases, computer or messenger bags, rucksacks and even the odd updated map case. The bag, long a fixation of mine, is a staple in many guys’ lives. And bags seem to be everywhere – more so than in the past, really. We have more to carry around and and…
A Brand Grows Up: Indochino
If you follow the rapidly maturing fast-custom segment of the menswear market you now that these days virtually anything can be made ‘custom.’ From jeans to oxfords, khakis to suits to dinner jackets. And by the way, it’s all online. The leading brand in this virtual tailoring universe is Indochino, founded by two Canadian university…
John Varvatos: Online Holiday Guide
John Varvatos may not one of those brands that comes to mind when you think of OTC. However, we have been big fans of his for some time; the ability to combine classic rock and fashion in a non-kitschy way is a feat in and of itself. In fact, if it hadn’t been for the…
Ralph Lauren Goes 4D – Amazing, Of Course
Vineyard Vines: An American Original & Preppy Heavyweight
Vineyard Vines is everywhere. A classic American success story, the company, most associated with whimsical yest office compatible ties, was most recently feted in the long-anticipated follow up to The Original Preppy Handbook – TRUE PREP. In fact, TRUE PREP and TOPH author Lisa Birnbach worked together to promote the new book. In September, Vineyard…