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For the last couple of days, the internet has been abuzz about something that everyone we know has in their closet, a casual blazer. That said, the blazer in question is unlike any we have seen before, and it has been polarizing to say the least. Though the Brooks Brothers Quilted Blazer ($228) won’t be replacing any of our go to blazers, it’ll definitely be in the rotation this fall.
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We are absolute suckers for technology. We’re always looking for the latest and greatest toy, and, for the most part, do what we can to be connected at all times. All that being said, there’s definitely a wonderful freedom that comes along with shutting everything down for a day or two and just enjoying whatever adventure comes our way. Unfortunately, we won’t be disconnecting anytime soon, so the closest we’ll be getting to “Off the Grid” is this great looking sport shirt ($99.50) from Southern Tide.
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To say we are excited about college football being less than a month away from kick off would be a gross understatement. We have a feeling that the same can be said for our friends over at Smathers & Branson, and we think the latest addition to their lineup is going to be huge hit at tailgates across the country this year. Their just released Collegiate Needlepoint Hats ($35) are a great way to show your allegiance, and one lucky reader is going to win one*.
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Though we don’t talk about grooming too ofter here at Bowties & Boatshoes, we are firm believers in the fact that taking care of yourself is the first step to a great overall look. No, we aren’t the type of guys who take 2 hours to get ready by any means, but we do have a few tools that we turn to to make sure everything is in order prior to heading out. Keep reading to learn a bit more about some of our favorite “tools of the trade.”
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Everyone we know has been cheering hard for “The States” this week, and with the momentum of Team USA we don’t expect those sentiments to change until the final Olympic medal has been awarded. That being said, we all have a little extra pride when it comes to our home state, and we have a feeling some of you were pretty excited when our friends at Southern Proper and State Traditions teamed up for a run of State Bowties. Now, thanks to both brands, someone is going to win their choice of bow from this fantastic collaboration.
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We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again, we just aren’t huge fans of clothing and accessories that are virtually repurposed American flags. That being said, we are huge fans of items that feature the Stars and Stripes prominently. Whether it is on a hat, shirt, belt, or just about anything else, we’ll always be proud to sport our flag. If you are the same way, your going to love the American Flag Cisco Shorts ($73.99) from Castaway.
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Way back when, if you got an L.L. Bean book bag with your initials on it, you better have picked a color you liked, because those things lasted forever! Though we wouldn’t recommend breaking out the same bag that got you through middle school when the need arises today, we definitely think having a solid pack on hand is a must. Recently, a friend turned us on to a brand that seems to be picking up a ton of steam lately called GORUCK. Their GR1 Rucksack ($295) will stand up to anything you can throw at it, and then some.
