He’s only two re-writes away from finishing the great American novel. You’ve probably heard of him, he’s a 20-something in Brooklyn? Wears a funny hat? He was in your MFA. And sure, he’s got a great taste in literature and has become something of a fashion icon for those of us in the hipster camp. But a lot of us are left wondering: how does he do what he does? It can’t be easy, working on his writing day-in-and-day-out. What…
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Junichi Tanaka Artisanal Shaving Scuttles Bring Class and Originality
One of our most-requested out-of-stock items in the last few months have been the Junichi Tanaka shaving scuttles. And every time a customer calls in asking when we’ll have more of these wonderful scuttles, we have to give the same reply: we don’t know! The reason for this frustrating response is simple: every single one of these gorgeous mugs are handmade by one man. And when you’re working out of Whonnock, British Columbia it can be hard to ignore nature…
10 great Christmas gifts for the man in your life
It’s that time of year again, Christmas is just around the corner and you need to start thinking about gifts for the men in your life. Instead of fighting your way through shopping mall crowds, trying to find a bargain for your husband/brother/uncle/son, etc., we thought we’d do the legwork for you. After throwing ideas at each other here at Fendrihan HQ, we came up with a list of 10 gifts we think any man would love.
Kent Brushes: Handcrafted Hair Brushes and Shaving Brushes
Kent Brushes began with GB Kent and Sons and it’s now the oldest known hair brush maker in the world. The company started making their prestigious handcrafted brushes over 236 years ago in 1777 during the reign of King George III, and continues to be one of the oldest and most venerable companies in Britain. The high regard of these luxury brushes has ensured that Kent has received the Royal Warrant which allows the company to bear the royal coat…
Choosing the Best Cologne for Men: Find your Perfect Cologne
Choosing the right cologne for men is just as important as choosing your wardrobe, hairstyle or style. Your scent is a reflection of your lifestyle and personality and it is scientifically proven that scent triggers memories and imagery. Your cologne scent is therefore an important marker leaving an impression on others. Everyone has different tastes and preferences which rightfully makes the pursuit of the best men’s cologne a subjective matter. Presented below are some things to remember when choosing the…
Buying Kitchen Knives: How to choose the best kitchen knife for you
If you find yourself in the kitchenware department of a shop, you will realize that there are dozens of different types of kitchen knives. In order to buying the right knives, you need to understand what exactly each knife does and how to determine quality. Here are the basic types of kitchen knives and what they are for.
Product Spotlight: J.W. Hulme Co. Dopp Style Travel Kit
Each J.W. Hulme Co. Graystone Canvas Dopp Style Travel Kit is a masterpiece of canvas and leather. Already tough and durable, the Graystone canvas used in its construction is waxed to lend it additional protection. Over time, the wax rises to the surface, creating a pattern of shades and streaks unique to each piece. In contrast, the leather of the travel kit bag is distressed to enhance its appearance without compromising its strength. Combined, these elements lend this product an antique…
Product Spotlight: J.W. Hulme Co. Portage Overnight Briefcase LE
Designed for experienced travelers, the Limited Edition J.W. Hulme Co. Overnight Briefcase in Portage is a superb example of travel bags for men. Each leather briefcase is handmade using brass, comfortable lining, unbreakable thread, and top grain leathers. Possessing multiple compartments that can be secured using attached zippers, this product has no shortage of the storage space needed to hold business documents and a change of clothes for professional men heading out on overnight trips. Although its founder started out…
TOBS Grapefruit Shaving Cream: a Fendrihan Exclusive
Fendrihan is the first worldwide retailer (besides the actual manufacturer) to stock Taylor of Old Bond Street’s freshest offering: Grapefruit Shaving Cream, available now through our online men’s shaving store. Welcome spring with an order of this zesty new fragrance from London’s wet-shaving experts. Click to buy TOBS Grapefruit.
eShave Pre-Shave Oil Line: Seven Drops of Pure Energy
“Preparation is king”, a premise every modern gentleman should take into consideration no matter his shaving routine. Taking this step before the sharp blade touches your face will help not only with the softening of thick hair follicles but will also protect against irritation, dryness and potential razor clogging. A high quality product designed for both skin rejuvenating and razor longevity is the light, pleasantly scented pre-shave oil offered by the eShave line. Even if the company is just an…
Klar Seifen in Pictures (II): Manufacturing Process
With a myriad of exclusive soap products, the experts of Klar maintained the successful recipe of 1840 and expanded on their traditional concept. Located in Heidelberg, the oldest soap manufacturer of Germany creates luxurious fine soaps, liquid soaps, hair & body shampoos as well as peeling and body oils.
Klar Seifen in Pictures (I): History
Known as Germany’s oldest company in producing soap, Klar has maintained a reputation where quality as well as traditional recipes are highly valued. For longer than 170 years, the German soap experts at Klar have chosen only the finest ingredients able to offer customers an unforgettable cleansing experience.