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Jacob Leckrone

Jacob Leckrone is a Brooklyn-based fashion enthusiast and designer with a keen eye for both function and aesthetics. Detail-oriented and committed to supporting ethical, long-lasting purchases, he guides readers towards pieces that not only elevate their style but also stand the test of time. After all, life's too short to dress poorly!

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Meet the Maker of Asia’s Favorite Chelsea Boots: Interview with Briselblack’s Adi

Bandung, Indonesia: Stridewise has landed in the capital of Indonesia's West Java province to investigate the Indonesian bootmaking scene that has made the city

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Inside the Indian Boot Brand Americans Are Falling For

Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India:  Blkbrd Shoemaker (stylized as "BLKBRD," but we're going lower case in this article) is an Indian brand that has been making waves

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Denim vs Canvas for Pants: Pros and Cons of Each

Denim and canvas are the kings of casual pants; here’s expert advice for picking the right fabric.

There’s no doubt the kings of casual pants are denim jeans. After that, it’s probably chinos. But there's another kind of casual pant that’s also cotton, also

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Ranking Clothes Hangers from $1 to $1,620

London, United Kingdom You might not have thought that ‘luxury clothes hanger dealer’ is a job that exists, but a few weeks ago I happened to meet Mr. William

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A 2-Year Goruck GR1 Review (and Why the Huckberry Collab Is Better)

This may look like a backpack, and it is in fact a backpack, but it’s also a sneaky fitness tool that just might change the way you work out. For us

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The Right and Wrong Way to Style Red Wing Iron Rangers (5 fits + 5 mistakes)

So, you’ve got your pair or you're thinking about getting a pair of Iron Rangers, the classic American work boot that has been elevated beyond the jobsite into

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The 6 Best Winter Jackets (That are Actually Stylish)

We all know there are endless options for stylish fall outerwear — waxed trucker jackets, Harrington jackets, field jackets — but once the temperature drops

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The 6 Best Viberg Boot Collabs from a Fanatical Collector

In this roundup, boot collector and all-around "bootsman" Ticho Blanco walks us through six of his favorite collaborations from the cult Canadian brand Viberg,

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Waxed Canvas Showdown: Flint and Tinder Jackets vs. Rogue Territory Supply

Northampton, England - When it comes to waxed jackets, Flint and Tinder has spent the last decade building a reputation for some of the best options on the

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Stretch vs Non-Stretch Jeans: A Denim Factory Explains All

While there are denim purists who will furiously debate the merits of traditional denim over modern stretch jeans, there's no denying that the public just

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The Best Grey Boots – But Why Aren’t There More?

Grey boots are the unsung heroes in the world of men's footwear. Despite their potential, they seem to always be overlooked by bootmakers, overshadowed by the

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How to Wear a Chore Coat: A Guide to Workwear’s Most Versatile Jacket

The weather’s cooling down, and you’re considering your lightweight jacket options: the denim jacket, the canvas jacket, maybe even the military field jacket…

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Bridlen Shoes: Inside India’s First Goodyear Welted Shoe Brand

Expert Verified By: Affan Mohammed | Managing Director & Shoemaker, Bridlen Shoes Chennai, South India — where Bridlen Shoes is rewriting the book on

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8 Best Red Wing Iron Ranger Alternatives for Comfort, Value, and American Toughness (2025)

The Red Wing Iron Ranger is one of the most iconic American boots in existence, but it’s not for everyone. Maybe the $350 price tag is a bit steep, or the

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