T & A

The Rise of the NBA Nerd: Basketball Style and Black Identity

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:44:14 -0500

The Rise of the NBA Nerd: Basketball Style and Black Identity:

T: This article has been earmarked for our blog for months in my g-mail. One of my favorite NBA pieces this year.

T: We somehow have 1,000 followers now. That calls for a fuzzy...

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:12:12 -0500

T: We somehow have 1,000 followers now. That calls for a fuzzy face self portrait.

A: I’m digging these board shorts from Patagonia. Just...

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 13:33:40 -0400

A: I’m digging these board shorts from Patagonia. Just wish the 10” inseam was a 8”-9” inseam. $65.

(http://data.whicdn.com/images/5664176/tumblr_ldqd5yHPF91qc8un6o1_500_thumb.jpg?1292870166)

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Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:25:29 -0400

T: Thanks buddy. I should try this google thing some day.

Here it is folks, the new look for S/S 2011—dessert boots!

The Big Duck Day is almost upon us. If you were to ask for any two gifts (T&A related, of course) in honor of this yearly occasion, what would they be?

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 22:21:01 -0400

T: It’s been a little while since I’ve been on my blog grind (insert mandatory hip-hop reference) Sorry I got to this late ~~Aaron~~ Anonymous.

True, my birthday was last week. For my birthday, I got three seasons of The Wire on DVD, a book, and a gift certificate to Land’s End where I buy all of my slacks (pants?) for work. I also got a pair of blacked-out Sperry Top-Siders.

If I was to pick two things for my birthday, I would pick things that I could wear this summer:

1. Black Mocc Socks:

I’m going to be working all summer and I don’t feel like wearing socks or going sockless and stinking up all my shoes. Enter the Moccsock.

2. A suit for the summer wedding I’m attending.

I’m thinking navy, two button, notch lapel, center vent. I don’t know from where yet………

Fellas, I'm in my mid-twenties and I was wondering if you guys had any tips for a nice go-to weekday cologne. I already have a scent I like to wear on the weekends and another for very special occasions but nothing for the Mon-Fri set when I just may be seeing my lady friend...any ideas?

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 22:12:03 -0400

T: I don’t know a ton about fragrances. Personally, my ladyfriend bought me Polo Blue. She seems to like it.

Its it cool to wear dessert boots with shorts?

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 22:07:31 -0400

T: Dessert boots sound delicious.

I tried it out a bunch this summer but I wasn’t able to pull it off. But, there are some who can:

What's you guys' favorite winter boot?

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 21:01:54 -0400

T: I have to say Bean Boots or I will be kicked out of the menswear bloggers club. That would be a bummer because we have fondue at all of our meetings.

To see our write up on them, click here.

navy blue sportscoat with navy blue pants? Ever?

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:37:00 -0400

T: Not really. It would only work if one shade was much darker than the other. Otherwise, it looks like you are trying to create a suit that does not exist. Jeans are a slightly different story but if I was wearing a navy sportscoat, I would make sure to wear a pair of jeans that was VERY dark blue or light blue for the summer.

After a short break, expect MANY questions to be answered tomorrow.

T: Dress shoes in summer are so last year. For my birthday, my...

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:35:00 -0400

T: Dress shoes in summer are so last year. For my birthday, my fiance bought me these. I will be working all summer and my wingtips need a rest. I don’t plan on wearing socks from now until Labor Day (mocsocks don’t count) and I plan on rocking these to my new job as often as I can.

Finally, you can never have enough boat shoes. I think this is my 4th pair of Top-Siders. Unlike my brown boat shoes, I haven’t seen anyone else in blacked-out Sperrys. However, I do currently live in Philadelphia where a tuxedo t-shirt is considered formal attire so I might not be up on all the trends.

A: It’s Tom’s and my birthday party this weekend,...

Sat, 28 May 2011 17:40:03 -0400

A: It’s Tom’s and my birthday party this weekend, and there is no doubt that this will be sung at some point…

Man in the Mirror, Michael Jackson

Gonna get some Jack Purcell Converse for a generic sneaker because I can't afford Common Projects or Lanvin, yanno? That shit is not young money. I am torn between the two though...one is canvas, and the other is leather...

http://www.zappos.com/converse-jack-purcell-cp-white-white

http://www.zappos.com/converse-jack-purcell-leather-white-navy?zlfid=111

Thu, 26 May 2011 22:39:55 -0400

A: Common Projects are a waste of money. If you’re going to drop the much money on shoes, you might as well get some dress shoes. They’ll last much longer.

As far as your choice goes, I’d go with the canvas ones. I think leather sneakers usually look better with jeans and “heavier” pants, but since it’s summer and you’ll likely be wearing a lot of chinos and shorts, I think the canvas ones will serve you better. Plus, the leather ones will make your feet sweat like whoa in the summer.

T&A,

What's new in swim wear for 2011? I'm looking for just above the knee, slimmer leg, in the $25 and down range.

Thanks.

Thu, 26 May 2011 17:21:20 -0400

T: Not much is new in swim wear. Swim wear’s main functions are to keep your junk covered and to dry quickly. Almost all swim suits still do this.

A few tips for guys who plan on getting swim wear this summer:

1. The shorts should fall above the knee

2. No floral patterns

3. Unless you are fit, get a pair that does not have elastic in the waistband (unless you are trying to show off your muffin top).

4. Don’t spend a lot of money—they won’t last long no matter what you do

I like the pair here for 35 bones. Anyone else got some ideas on the cheap?

Have either of you come across a Vassar (colors) regimental?

This ugliness is the closest Ive been able to find: http://amzn.com/B00273D1KE

Thu, 26 May 2011 17:14:10 -0400

Aaron,

I got nothing. The only thing I could find was the terrible redish one Tony made us wear in England with all the crests on it.

-Tom

Hi there, I recently bought a waistcoat that I really liked that has 5 buttons on the front, how many should I do up?

Mon, 23 May 2011 22:10:23 -0400

This is the last question I’ll answer today. Sorry it’s been so long since my last real post. I would say button every button except the bottom one.

-Tom

Hey guys. I own a pair of J. Crew heather charcoal dress pants and I want to buy a pair of Clarks desert boots to go with them. Any suggestion on a color for the boots? Thanks!

Mon, 23 May 2011 22:03:45 -0400

T: Beeswax leather. Done.

Need a first suit, as many peaces as possible is good. $150 max. What looks nice?

Mon, 23 May 2011 21:59:58 -0400

T: At a price point like this, I would say that H&M would be your best bet.

Hey Guys, Really Love The Blog . Just wanted to see if you'd take a look at my blog and let me know what you think . There's some pics of my outfits as well as some other stuff on there . Just value your opinion , thanks :)
www.idontneedasoul.tumblr.com

Mon, 23 May 2011 21:59:28 -0400

Dear Mr. Boy/Thorn,

Thanks so much for the love. I have two pieces of advice:

1. Produce more original content. If you develop a voice, people will come to your blog for a reason.

2. Edit your content more. If you post 15 times a day, posts that you work really hard on will be overlooked.

Good luck!

-Tom

Beiber or Black?

Mon, 23 May 2011 21:56:49 -0400

Maybe I don’t have to choose!

Check this.

-Tom

Tom, what color are your eyes?

Mon, 23 May 2011 21:49:47 -0400

Burnt Sienna

T & A

The Rise of the NBA Nerd: Basketball Style and Black Identity

T: We somehow have 1,000 followers now. That calls for a fuzzy...

A: I’m digging these board shorts from Patagonia. Just...

(http://data.whicdn.com/images/5664176/tumblr_ldqd5yHPF91qc8un6o1_500_thumb.jpg?1292870166) Dessert Boots brought to you by the power of Google.

The Big Duck Day is almost upon us. If you were to ask for any two gifts (T&A related, of course) in honor of this yearly occasion, what would they be?

Fellas, I'm in my mid-twenties and I was wondering if you guys had any tips for a nice go-to weekday cologne. I already have a scent I like to wear on the weekends and another for very special occasions but nothing for the Mon-Fri set when I just may be seeing my lady friend...any ideas?

Its it cool to wear dessert boots with shorts?

What's you guys' favorite winter boot?

navy blue sportscoat with navy blue pants? Ever?

T: Dress shoes in summer are so last year. For my birthday, my...

A: It’s Tom’s and my birthday party this weekend,...

T&A, What's new in swim wear for 2011? I'm looking for just above the knee, slimmer leg, in the $25 and down range. Thanks.

Have either of you come across a Vassar (colors) regimental? This ugliness is the closest Ive been able to find: http://amzn.com/B00273D1KE

Hi there, I recently bought a waistcoat that I really liked that has 5 buttons on the front, how many should I do up?

Hey guys. I own a pair of J. Crew heather charcoal dress pants and I want to buy a pair of Clarks desert boots to go with them. Any suggestion on a color for the boots? Thanks!

Need a first suit, as many peaces as possible is good. $150 max. What looks nice?

Hey Guys, Really Love The Blog . Just wanted to see if you'd take a look at my blog and let me know what you think . There's some pics of my outfits as well as some other stuff on there . Just value your opinion , thanks :) www.idontneedasoul.tumblr.com

Beiber or Black?

Tom, what color are your eyes?

(http://data.whicdn.com/images/5664176/tumblr_ldqd5yHPF91qc8un6o1_500_thumb.jpg?1292870166)

Dessert Boots brought to you by the power of Google.

T&A,

What's new in swim wear for 2011? I'm looking for just above the knee, slimmer leg, in the $25 and down range.

Thanks.

Have either of you come across a Vassar (colors) regimental?

This ugliness is the closest Ive been able to find: http://amzn.com/B00273D1KE

Hey Guys, Really Love The Blog . Just wanted to see if you'd take a look at my blog and let me know what you think . There's some pics of my outfits as well as some other stuff on there . Just value your opinion , thanks :)
www.idontneedasoul.tumblr.com