How often do we get good things in the mail? Hardly ever anymore, now that pen pals are a thing of the past – unless you subscribe to a shaving club. Then you find yourself excited to crack open the mailbox. Shaving clubs are a pretty convenient way to automatically get the stuff you want and the stuff you use delivered right to your door. Although you often can’t choose exactly the items you want, clubs are a quick and…
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How to Choose the Right Wallet for Your Lifestyle
So you’ve decided you need something other than a money clip – something to house your dollar bills, credit cards, a handful of loose change, maybe a small stack of business cards too. Or maybe you want to replace the duct tape wallet your kid made you for Father’s Day last year. There are lots of styles and materials available. Which one is right for you? Let’s face it – as men, we stuff a lot of important things into…
Weekly Giveaway #12 – Win a Cigar Box with Samples
Another week and another great giveaway. Week 12’s contest runs from July 21 – 28. Both Canadian and American customers are encouraged to enter. A new prize is posted each week so keep checking back for your chance to win some great products. Good luck! Weekly Giveaway #12 – Win a Cigar Box with Samples
Weekly Giveaway #11 – Win a Cigar Box with Samples- CW Beggs and Sons
We’re helping you look your best this summer with great product by CW Beggs and Sons. This week’s contest begins Friday, July 14th and is open to both Canadian and American customers. Winners will be contacted at the each week and a new gift box will be posted every Friday. There’s so many ways to enter so be sure to check it out. Cigar Box Giveaway #11 Good luck!
New Weekly Contest – Win a Cigar Box with Samples
We’re excited to announce our new series of weekly giveaways! For the next few months, we’ll be giving away beautifully handcrafted wood or paper covered cigar boxes with a few samples of our favourite products. The contest begins Friday, May 5th and is open to Canadian and American customers. Winners will be contacted each Thursday and a new gift box will be posted every Friday. There will be three (3) ways to enter and win: Follow us on Twitter Visit…
Made in Italy; A Look Into Italian Shave Culture
There’s more to Italy than fashion, food and wine. Italy’s shaving culture is deeply rooted in history and is among the best in the world. Walking into any Italian barbershop is just as much about the experience as it is the shave itself. A daily ritual for most Italian men, it’s where friends meet to catch up, watch their favourite soccer team or just hang out. Peak inside any shop and you’ll find the best Italian made shaving products from…
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Ruitertassen Bags: Designing Perfection
Synonymous with quality and longevity, a Ruitertassen is the bag of choice for professionals. Established by Jacob de Ruiter of Belgium in 1925, and initially designed for teachers, Ruitertassen bags cater to professionals of all ages who seek functionality and efficiency over fashion. The company’s “Buy it for Life” philosophy ensures classic pieces are crafted to perfection and endure every day wear-and-tear. The making of the bag The care and precision that goes into making a Ruitertassen bag is like…
How it’s made: Natural Horn Combs
Perhaps the first thing that comes to mind when the topic of horns come up is a pair of fighting stags. And although these marvellous animals are the original source of horn, this natural fiber has been used for centuries to create handcrafted products, including brushes, combs, and even drinking cups. There are only a few artisans left in the world who continue to manufacture such exquisite items by hand, including Abbeyhorn, the only company still hand-making horn combs in the…
Invest in Ikeuchi
In today’s world of mass production, it’s challenging to find quality products that are made using only pure materials, and natural processes. Japan’s Ikeuchi Organic Inc. has been doing both and has redefined the traditional manufacturing process. Established in 1953 by Tadao Ikeuchi, the company began production in a bonded factory and slowly began to export to Europe in the late 1960’s. Today, Ikeuchi products can be found across Europe, North America and Asia thanks to independent and major retailers which…
Choosing the ‘Write’ Fountain Pen
With computers, cell phones, tablets and a million other devices, the art of writing with a pen and paper seems to be fading. We think it’s time to renew the love of writing and for everyone to embrace the use of a fountain pen. Fountain Penefits First patented by American Lewis Waterman 1884, the modern fountain pen comes in all different styles, price points, and has many benefits (related: Are these Europe’s Best Fountain Pens?) They feel good when you’re writing. You…
Seep the benefits of Sea Sponges
Better than a loofa or a mere washcloth, which can harbor a lot of bacteria and funk over time, natural sea sponges work hard to help keep you clean. What is a Sea Sponge? Extracted from the floor of the ocean, sea sponges are multi-celled organisms classified as animals! Since they grow and reproduce similar to plants, they can also be considered vegan friendly. It circulates water and absorbs nutrients and oxygen through its body of pores and channels. There…
Bellroy All-Conditions Wallet and Phone Case Lookbook
Bellroy’s new, All-Conditions wallets and phone cases are the best way to keep your money, phone, and even your keys safe and sound, no matter where life takes you. Related: View the Bellroy collection