L.L. Bean 100th Anniversary EvoWood Swiss Army Knife

L.L. Bean 100th Anniv. EvoWood Knife

Continuing with their 100th Anniversary celebration, L.L. Bean teamed up with Wenger to make this handsome Swiss Army Knife that is sure to be a favorite among fans. Sporting a grip made from a Swiss Walnut Tree, this knife holds seven stainless-steel tools such as a flat screwdriver, large knife blade with 100th Anniversary logo, bottle opener, wire bender, nail file, nail cleaner, corkscrew, can opener, small cross head screwdriver, key ring and a reamer/awl which serves eleven functions in all. And as a guy who carries a regular L.L. Bean Swiss Army Knife at all times, I'm looking forward to upgrading to this model.

Every Man Should Own: Alex Grant

LL Bean Boot

Whether leather or waxed canvas, 10 inches or mocs, every man should own a pair of LL Bean Boots and for the right reasons. Not because it's the hip thing to do at the moment but because the boots are actually comfortable, durable and just plain ol' gets the job done. And as my father once told me in high school when I showed him a picture of a luggage brand that started making watches, "Why would you buy a watch from a company that doesn't make watches?" I will turn around and ask you the same question about your boots.

First Look: LL Bean's Book "Guaranteed to Last"

100th Anniversary of LL Bean

As one of the lucky few to get an advance copy of Guaranteed to Last: L.L. Bean's Century of Outfitting America before it hits the shelves on Jan. 21, I decided to give you a preview of what's really inside this 224 page book. 

LL Bean Camo Tote

LL Bean Hunter's Tote

Tired of carrying my camera supplies in my backpack and not happy with the monograming colors available for the Hunter Tote, I decided to contact Laurie at LL Bean with a special request and she fully delivered.

Color Combination

I always loved the combination of red laces on brown shoes.

Styles of Summer featuring LL Bean Signature

S.O.S. Featuring LL Bean Signature

For the second installment of our Styles of Summer series, Joe Gannon and I drove down to Bowers Beach  to showcase all the best summer staples: Polos, Boat shoes, Madras and Shorts. It doesn't get any better than this. SOS featuring  LL Bean Signature.

DIY: LL Bean Moc Boots Tongue Fold

LL Bean Mocs

Back in '09 I figured out how to fold the tongue on my LL Bean Rubber Mocs as seen in the The Official Preppy Handbook. However, I noticed a few months ago that the tongue was beginning to unfold.  And since I wear my mocs all year around (rain or shine), I decided to refold the tongue and document the process (DIY style).

Remix: LL Bean Bluchers

LL Bean Bluchers

While at the West Marine, I grabbed a few lines of all shapes and colors. I decided to Remix my LL Bean Bluchers with the white ones.

Head to Toe: Basic Sailing Instruction Kit

Sailing Kit

Head to Toe: Today was my first day of Basic Sailing Instruction with the Sailing Club. Book learing in the winter; water training in the spring. Super excited.

First Look: LL Bean Signature Spring '11

LL Bean Signature Spring '11

Take a sneak peak at LL Bean Signature's Spring '11 Catalog

Archives: Ode to the Norwegian

LL Bean Norwegian

While reminiscing about my prep school years at The Tatnall School, I stumbled across this picture that I took after a prep rally. I didn't know it at the time but the preppy mom to the left was wearing a sweater that would spark an obsession.

LL Bean Stablicers Lite

LL Bean Stablicers Lite

If you're like me and wear your Bean Boots on a daily basis, then you will notice that the traction that was suppose to protect you from the elements eventually fades away over time. This is where their Stablicers Lites comes in handy.

Archives: LL Bean Lounger Boots

LL Bean Lounger Boots

Lead by JRS of Red Clay Soul: Operation re-produce LL Bean Lounger Boots has officially begun. Show your support by leaving a comment.

LL Bean Signature's Wool Plaid Jacket

 LL Bean Signature Wool Plaid Jacket

My favorite item from LL Bean Signature's Fall trunk show is finally available:  the Lined Wool Plaid Jacket.

LL Bean Selvedge on Denim Debate

LL Bean 1912 Selvedge Denim.

Head on over to Denim Debate to follow my wear and tear of  LL Bean's Selvedge Denim.

Archives: Vintage LL Bean Sailing Boots

Bean's BoatShoe

My two loves of sailing and LL Bean boots all rolled into one. Sign me up please.

1 Month in: LL Bean Maine Lodge Boots

  LL Bean Maine Lodge Boots

LL Bean Maine Lodge Boots: One month in.

LL Bean Fall Kit 2010

All Bean Everything

First Look: LL Bean Maine Lodge Boots

LL Bean Maine Lodge Boots

While everyone is falling head over heels for the Signature line (and rightfully so), I've been keeping my eyes on LL Bean's main line and what they have arriving in stores this fall. And thanks to PR Guru Laurie Brooks, I've got my hands on a pair of boots that are sure to be a valuable addition to your ever growing LL Bean footwear collection this fall.

First Look: Fall 2010 LL Bean Signature Catalog

 LL Bean Signature

The collection will not be available until Aug 2 but here's a look at LL Bean Signature's Fall 2010 catalog to hold you over until next week.