It's hot out, sure, but that doesn't mean you can only wear tank tops and workout shorts. I spent years doing that myself — how are you meant to dress "nice"
Blundstone vs. Dr. Martens Chelsea Boots: Which is Better?
This content is sponsored by Vaer Watches, the best value durable watches to go with the best value durable boots! The Blundstone Chelsea boot might be as
Red Wing Moc Oxford Review: A Year of Wearing the Boot-Shoe
I'm here to review my Red Wing Shop Moc Oxfords, which I have been wearing for a year. This is basically a shoe version of their legendary 875 Moc Toe Boot,
A 6-Month Review of Axel Arigato’s Clean 90 Sneakers
Axel Arigato's Clean 90 sneaker doesn't need scream for attention to turn heads; it's sleek and understated, but quietly luxurious. They elevate your outfit
Flint and Tinder Flannel Lined Denim Trucker Jacket Review: Their Most Underrated Product
For a brand that makes perhaps the industry's most popular waxed canvas jacket, and a brand that's defined by casual Americana style, it's weird that it took so
Frost River Bags Review: Waxed Canvas Correspondent Brief Tested
I'm going to share my experience with the Frost River Correspondent Brief, a handy, medium-sized waxed canvas and leather briefcase made in the USA. Waxed
Bleu de Chauffe: How They Make the French Leather Bags American Men Love
AVEYRON, SOUTHERN FRANCE: Today, I've parachuted into Saint Georges de Luzençon (population: 1,584) to explore Bleu de Chauffe, the French men's leather bag
Best British Boots: Northampton’s Finest Footwear Reviewed
On a recent trip to visit my sister in England, I was joined two very special guests, Diego from Urban Lad and Tom from Kudusole, to talk about the British
Inside Left Field NYC: The Underdog of USA-Made Denim and Workwear
Stridewise interview on location with Left Field NYC.
I moved recently from Manhattan to Queens, and at the very top of my list of places to visit — where it's actually been for many years — was the raw denim and
Review: Flint and Tinder’s Rugged and Warm Waxed Rancher Jacket
I've got a jacket review for you, and this one is a bit of a mouthful: it’s the Flannel-Lined Quilted Waxed Rancher from Flint and Tinder. Think of it as like
The Carhartt WIP Detroit Jacket: How it Compares to the Original
I'm taking a close look at the Carhartt WIP Detroit jacket, a streetwear take on one of the most recognizable pieces of workwear on the market. Workwear
My 6 Favorite Boots for Traveling In and Walking All Day
Most guys who like boots like them because they are tough, durable, sturdy, and built with thick leather that ages well. Unfortunately, those aren't the
Flint and Tinder Jeans Line-Up: All-American vs. Japanese vs. Everyday Selvedge
If you like the extra durability and artistry of quality denim but you don't love how rigid they tend to be, you're in luck. Today, we are looking at Flint and
1-Year Thursday Legend Review: Why is it Thursday’s Best Selling Chelsea?
After about a year of off-and-on wear and after seven years of testing boots, I’m finally trying out the most popular Chelsea from the most popular boot brand,
Filson vs Flint and Tinder vs Thursday | Whose Waxed Jacket Is Best?
If you check out the dedicated waxed canvas jackets page on this site, you can see that we talk about them a ton and have reviewed dozens of brands, from
What is Chambray and is it the Best Casual Shirt Fabric?
Many guys might not even know what chambray is; because it usually alternates blue and white threads, the untrained eye will mistake it for denim. But
The Flint and Tinder Bighorn Review: The Perfect Lightweight Waxed Jacket
In today’s real user review, we're taking a look at the Flint and Tinder Bighorn Waxed Shirt Jacket, a lightweight outer layer for drizzly days and a good
He Owns 50 Leather Jackets; These Are His Top 5
I went to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to meet up with Jon, also known on Instagram and YouTube as Leather Jacket Jawn. ("Jawn" is a Philly slang term for, like,
Review: Meermin’s Loafers Are Probably the Best Value on Earth
When assessing the value of a piece of footwear, two concerns are at the top of the list: the quality of the materials and where it’s made. The quality
Jeans vs Chinos: Key Differences & How to Wear Them from an Expert
The two most popular types of casual pants are jeans and chinos, but how are they actually different, when is it more appropriate to wear one over the other?
How to Break in Jeans Fast: The Right Way and Wrong Way to Soften Raw Denim
One question we get shockingly often is how to break in jeans, especially raw denim: the stiff, starchy, often very thick type worn by people who like extra
What Shoes are Business Casual? | Derby vs Oxford vs Bluchers
Here at Stridewise, we've always leaned casual. Then, at about the same time, I made the switch to loafers for summer footwear and got invited to a bunch of
Craft & Glory Derby Review | New England Style, Indian Craftsmanship
In this review we will thoroughly examine the Indian leather goods manufacturer Craft and Glory's Task shoes in the Saddle Tan color. We will cover some basics,
Nappa Leather Guide: What is Nappa Leather & Is it Good for Sneakers?
If you own or are considering buying high-end sneakers, you've probably encountered the words Nappa leather to describe the uppers. I own a ton of leather
