Classic. Modern. Style. Thoughts.
What comes to mind when you hear, “Hart Schaffner Marx?” Perhaps you think of your dad’s two-button lawyerly-looking gray suit? You know, the one with the center-vent jacket, pleated trousers and conservative, boxy profile. Well made, yes; but certainly not anything to which you aspired. The same often holds true for memories of that other…
Brand allegiance is a funny thing. When it works well the customer identifies with the brand in a deep, meaningful, and personal way. When it doesn’t work – most likely when the brand lets a customer down in some way – the old loyalty can be almost impossible to truly win back. While women are…
Canadian artist Sam “Sammo” Shuter gives classic menswear a visual punch and colorful twist that we flat-out love. Her vivid and creative take on suits, ties, jackets, and the other staples of a well-dressed man’s wardrobe are brought to life in bold colors and strong, purposeful brush strokes. The clever riff of mixing high style…
Here at OTC, we like a good bag. Men have come to appreciate the role of a good bag in their lives and for many the seminal bag is the universally useful messenger bag. Messenger bags are much hipper than a backpack and have the implied ruggedness of utilitarian cool. There is some debate about…
While OTC is not a grooming-focused site per-se, we have always appreciated the importance of looking your best. We also appreciate best-of-class products, and Braun makes some of the finest electric shavers on the market. So, we are very happy to announce that Braun is partnering with OTC to give away a free Series 5…