The Sandlot x PF Flyers 20th Anniversary Sneakers

PF Flyers "The Original Sandlot" 20th Anniversary Edition 

We all remember the scene from The Sandlot: you know the one where Benny "The Jet" Rodriguez pulls out a fresh pair of PF Flyers and proceeds to cement his place in sandlot history by conquering The Beast. Well, now you can own a pair of your own thanks to the 20th Anniversary of the movie.

Factory Tour of Southwick

 Southwick Factory Tour

I recently took a trip to Haverhill, Ma to visit the legendary Southwick suiting factory for s(ny)der. And since I only posted a few pictures on Todd Snyder's blog, here's the full tour in its entirety.

Archives: The Vitals Guide to Buying a Rolex

Vitals Magazine 2005

Whenever I find myself in the market for a classic item (watches, trench coats, shoes, etc.), I usually pull out one of my old Vitals Magazines for guidance. The now defunct magazine was truly something special when it comes to buying guides and their Rolex feature was no exception. So if you are thinking about buying a Rolex now or sometime in the future, be sure to study this guide in order to make an informed decision.

A Slim American Made Iphone Wallet

Wally: Made in the U.S.

Carrying fewer things in your pocket just got a little easier with this kickstarter project. The Wally is a slim American made wallet that attaches to your iphone (or case) with ease and without residue. It even has a red pull tab (which I love) that help quickly retrieve your contents. And although I wouldn't replace my wallet just yet, I like the idea of using Wally when I go for a run or holding business cards.  $40

B-Role: Behind the Scenes of Todd Snyder's FW'13

 B-role: Behind the scenes shots of Todd Snyder FW'13

Since I have a lot of left over footage from s(ny)der's coverage of Todd Snyder's FW'13 collection, I decided to make a B-role post of behind the scenes shots of the fitting and the actual show.

Snyder NY - Introducing Todd Snyder's new blog

Todd Snyder's Blog

Along with writing copy for Todd Snyder, my main contribution is serving as the editor for his new blog, Snyder NY, which launched today.  Check out Valet Magazine's interview with Todd and myself about the purpose and importance of social media in the fashion industry. 

Interviewed by Great Lakes Prep

Great Lakes Prep

Special thank you to Nick of Great Lakes Prep for including me in his You Ought To Be Reading series.  Read the interview here and be sure to check out his blog.

Harris Tweed Headphones

Harris Tweed Earphones by Urbanears

Always on the look out to enhance my listening experience, I recently acquired a pair of headphones from Urbanears. Known for their array of colors and fabrics, the Harris Tweed edition is by far the best (especially during the cold month where they can double as ear muffs). The one-touch remote with microphone, non-tangle cords, and extra jack (for sharing music) only adds to the total package of these headphones.  And although I wouldn't put the sound up there with Bose or Beats by Dre, you can't beat having authentic Harris Tweed wrapped around your ears.  Purchase them here.

Dream Job, Dream Year

Day 1 at Todd Snyder

It's interesting how something can start out as an outlet and become a passion. I began writing this blog in 2009 as a way to catalog my favorite things (but more importantly, as an creative outlet from my legal job) with no real goal in mind. I've always been creative in one sense of the word but I never thought of it as a career choice. I still remember reading an article about Andy Spade in '03 and thinking how being a creative director/copywriter would be the coolest thing ever but I had no idea what to do or where to start. 

Well, fast forward to this week and I found myself in NYC starting my dream job as a copywriter/editor for Todd Snyder. I'll be writing copy for their products, developing promotions/campaigns, and running their blog (which are all skills that I cultivated here at Alex Grant over the years).  And although it has not been an easy road, the journey has been very rewarding and I am eternally grateful for all of the opportunities that lead up to this moment. 

I just want to personally thank each and every one of you for stopping by and supporting me over the years. Hopefully, this blog encouraged you to not only dress better but to follow your dreams.

Make every year a #dreamyear,

Skip

Spring '13 at Gant Rugger Bleecker Street

Gant Rugger on Bleecker Street

Although the weather is still a little nippy, Spring has definitely arrived at Gant Rugger on Bleecker Street with its pastels shirts and sweaters. Take a look inside one of my favorite shops in New York and get ready to dream about the warmer months on the horizon.