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Karl Wasson

Karl is Stridewise's Managing Editor living in South East Asia. He gets a kick out of durability and dependability. When he's not writing, he's searching for the best bespoke menswear in South East Asia and beyond.

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Hemp Blazer

Hemp vs Cotton: Is Hemp Better Than Cotton for Clothes?

Despite its granola-crunching image, hemp fabric is found in all sorts of clothes and textiles and has been for centuries. Recently, while looking for a durable

Blundstone 500 Chelsea boot

The 5 Best Chelsea Boots for Work | Yes, You Can Work In Chelseas

Depending on your background, Chelsea boots might be stylish urban boots, rugged riding boots, or footwear for manual labor.  Variants of the Chelsea boot

Coconut Oil Leather Conditioner

Can You Use Coconut Oil As a Leather Conditioner?

Expert Verified By: Michael Batson, Vice President, North Star Leather Company In a (coco) nutshell, nah, you shouldn't use coconut oil to condition your

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The 8 Best Leather Backpacks for Men | Casual, Work, Best Value, Luxury, and More

If you think you’re too old for a backpack, I strongly urge you to consider a leather backpack. We love searching for the best leather backpacks and bags, but

best winter boots for men

Do Boots Run Big or Small? Your Guide to the Perfect Fit

Well, do boots run big or small? It's not a terrible question, especially if you mostly wear sneakers, because most boots run about a half to a whole size

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Grant Stone Ottawa Boot Review | The Best Value Split Toe

As an Australian living in New York City, my home country has never been more relevant than it is for this review: kangaroo leather boots.  But the Grant

Irish Setter Wingshooter ST

Can You Take the Steel Toe Out of Boots?

Steel toe boots are not only eye-catching but they also protect your toes from a variety of hazardous conditions. However, one of the most common challenges of

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How Tight Should Steel Toe Boots Fit?

Looking to buy the best-fitting steel-toe boots? When it comes to assessing the fit of your new steel toe boots, there are a good number of factors to keep

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14 Best Vegan Boots For Men In 2024 | Cactus, Pineapple, PVC, and More

Looking for the best vegan boots for men? You've come to the right place. Today, I am going to share my top choices for cruelty-free vegan leather boots. If

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Filson Dryden Backpack Review | Why Is It Cheaper?

Some of their clothes are overpriced, but I really like Filson bags. I’m utterly obsessed with their Journeyman backpack, I use their giant duffle as my primary

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Leather Tanning Myths: Why Chrome Tanning Can be Better Than Veg

I learned a lot about leather this year; I learned about leather’s quality control standards with a sneaker company; I made my own leather in Mexico; I saw how

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Type 1 vs Type 2 vs Type 3 Denim Jackets: Which Is Right for You?

If you like boots or jeans, you’ll eventually arrive at a place where you considered getting a denim jacket. To say that jean jackets are iconic Americana is an

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The 5 Best Japanese Boot Brands

World renowned for their meticulous attention to detail, Japan makes some of the highest quality boots you're ever likely to find. And it’s not just clothes

Here’s What Kind of Boots Dean Winchester Wears (And 5 Alternatives)

There are 3 great boot options to slay the Dean Winchester-look and his Supernatural style. By the time you've finished this article, we're pretty sure you will

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How Starting a Boot Business Became a Humanitarian Endeavor (Brought to You By Adelante Shoes)

Note: In 2025, Adelante sadly closed its business. We're proud of this content, but afraid you can no longer purchase from them! After bumping into me at a

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Do Timberland Boots Run Big?

Don't buy Timberlands until you've read this guide, as many of Timberland boots run big. I learned that the hard way when I bought my premium 6-inch waterproof

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9 Best Waterproof Boots for Men | Work Boots, Hiking Boots, Chelsea, Casual, Dressy

Finding the best waterproof boots—especially ones that look good—is challenging. They’re typically made with comically thick lugs, too much rubber, and an

Naked & Famous x A Nightmare on Elm Street

Freddy Gets Faded: A Nightmare On Elm Street x Naked & Famous Denim

Invading the dreams of denim enthusiasts and warping reality is par for the course at Naked & Famous. From the same guys who brought you color changing

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Which Boots Does Rick Grimes Wear? A Guide to Walking Dead Pretty

If you ever watched the smash-hit TV series, The Walking Dead, you will almost certainly have pondered 'What kind of boots does Rick Grimes Wear?' And that's

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5 Best Truman Boots Of All Time

Truman Boot Company are well-known for crafting rugged, American-made, ultra manly boots with some of the most unusual and daring leathers you're likely to

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How to Wash Raw Denim — And Whether Or Not You Should

If you've even dipped your toe into the world of selvedge denim, you'll have heard that perennial question: How often should I wash my jeans? To those who

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The World’s Heaviest Jeans: Meet Naked & Famous’ 40-Ounce Denim

There are more than a few brands that claim they've made the thickest, heaviest denim on Earth, but none of them have come close to Naked & Famous's

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8 Best Fall Jackets for Men 2025: Iconic, Durable, Stylish, & More

If you like clothes, you love fall. Whether you're a fashion dude or a regular dude, it just gives you more stuff to wear: everyone has a favorite pair of jeans

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Why Does This Guy Own 75 Pairs of Boots?

Collectors are a special bunch of people. Their passion is infectious and they're always pumped to share their knowledge and experience with anyone who’ll

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