This unstructured ankle boot from the masters over at Allen Edmonds has all the classic brogue features. The Cronmok Wingtip Boot fits like a glove and can be dressed up or down.

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Then abruptly bacon fashion fell out of favor. This all but destroyed the bacon textile industry and thousands of bacon farmers struggled to feed their families. Fortunately for fashion-forward bacon lovers everywhere, Nature’s amazing meat-candy is making a seriously savory comeback. Get your fashion lips around this salty new fashion fad with our favorite bacon-themed picks. Bon Appetit.

1. Old Major Bacon Bourbon
2. Bacon Shirt from Pizza Shirt
3. Bacon Watch from NeatoShop
4. Bacon Socks from Ashi Dashi
5. Bacon Bandages from ThinkGeek
6. Sizzlin’ Bacon Tie from Ties.com
7. Bacon Savory Lollipops from Vat 19
8. Bacon Belt from NeatoShop
9. Bacon Wallet from ThinkGeek
10. Bacon iPad Sleeve from filz:stueck

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The lightweight canvas fabric on the Spencer shoe by Grenson is ideal for summer 2013. The micro sole will have you feeling like you’re walking on air.

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Besides slam dunks and alley-oops, one of the most exciting things about watching NBA games is seeing what the players wear off the court.

Last night, after winning a game against the Chicago Bulls, the Miami Heat’s Dwyane Wade showed up to the post-game press conference confidently rocking a bold floral print jacket from Versace’s spring 2013 collection.

What do you think fellas – fresh or fail?

 Versace spring 2013

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We’ve incorporated a few of this season’s hottest trends – dusty pastel colored chinos, wingtip shoes, lightweight chambray shirts, bold shades and linen ties – and put together a clean, preppy and comfortable ensemble that will have you looking effortlessly dapper from your desk all the way to happy hour.

As confident as this look may make you feel, try to refrain from pointing and laughing at all the dudes sweating it out in stiff suits as you walk by them this summer:

1. The Chronicle Watch by Nixon

2. The Cela by Contego Eyewear

3. Rain Sock by Happy Socks

4. Lunar Grand Wingtip by Cole Haan

5. Slim Fit Linen Cotton Shirt by Banana Republic

6. Cornell Skinny Tie by Ties.com

7. Slim Fit Chinos by Uniqlo

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It’s all too common to see men walking around with bulges in their pants—and not the good kind. I’m talking giant, overstuffed and cumbersome wallets. If you’re one of these offenders, it’s time to see the light and put your wallet on a diet.

There are many reasons you need to pare down. For example, when it comes time to pay the bill on your date, you don’t want to be fumbling through a big mess. An over-sized wallet can also affect your health: it can cause bad posture, sciatica and back pain. Ain’t nobody got time for that! One of the worst consequences of an unwieldy billfold is that it just looks bad.  Having a slim wallet will keep you looking polished and in control.

If you’re still not convinced, take a cue from George Costanza:

So, for the sake of your style, health and dignity, follow these steps to downsize your wallet and upgrade your life:

1. Dump everything out. Most likely, you have a bunch of stuff you didn’t even know you was still there. Clear out all that B.S. Any important receipts or business cards—keep them in your files or stored in your phone. Leave the coins in the tip jar and throw out those old 7-11 taquito receipts, you big slob.

1. Select your top 2-4 cards. These should be your essentials, cards you use everyday or at least every week, i.e. credit cards, ID, health care card. Any other important cards can be kept in your glove compartment or at home.

2. Eliminate your membership cards. Club cards, store cards, frequent flyer cards—for most of these, all you need is the membership number. Just save the numbers into your phone and keep the cards at home (or in the trash). Many stores, such as pharmacies, also offer the smaller keychain-compatible versions of their cards.

4. Pick the right wallet. It’s time to ditch your big, beat-up wallet and slim down. The more excess space you have, the more junk you’ll end up filling it with. Pick one of these great wallets and fill it with only the essentials:

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Check out four ways to make a simple grey Van Heusen shirt pop with red neckwear options from Ties.com:

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Classic American workwear brand, Carhartt, has collaborated with Italian hiking footwear expert, Diemme, on this new colorway in the co-branded Marostica Low shoe. This Bordeaux shade features a canvas upper with a premium leather tongue and heel tab. The details, such as the metal eyelets, give these kicks an appropriate hiking shoe/sneaker hybrid look, reflecting the history of both brands. Available at select retailers for approximately $279.

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Gone are the days when wearing a suit two sizes too big was cool.  It’s all about tailoring to the T. One man who understands and has built a business around this is Carlos Solorio.

After he and co-founder Mike Abadi launched the Arden Reed brand with the help of Kickstarter, a site that allows people to fund creative projects, the duo is now venturing into new territory with “The Tailor Truck” – a unique traveling tailor service with a precise 3D body scanner that will soon be hitting a city near you, with suits starting at only $397.

Utilizing Kickstarter once again, Arden Reed is currently more than halfway through their goal of raising $20,000 by May 17th to start this new exciting chapter in their business.

We had a chance to catch up with Carlos and find out more about how he got his start in the custom suiting business, details about The Tailor Truck as well as important tips to consider before buying a suit:

The GentleManual: What inspired you to get started in this business?

Carlos: “It was actually my co-founder’s problem that inspired us. He has an odd shape (tall and skinny) and could never find anything that fit properly. He was in Asia and ended up purchasing a custom suit. After he got back to his University, people noticed. They asked him where he got it and he ended up selling to them directly from the same tailor. He eventually became the go to guy for suiting at his University.

From there, the business evolved and he went on to work in corporate America where we met. I got wind of what he was doing and after trying a suit on, I asked him if he’d be interested in building something bigger. Something that would help more men and build a bigger vision. It ended up working out. We teamed up, launched on Kickstarter and ended up raising five times our goal. The rest is history.”

Can you explain in more detail how The Tailor Truck will work?

“We’re partnering with several brick and mortar stores in each city where folks can find us. Once you’re inside, you’ll be whisked into our 3D scanning area. We’ll snap your measurements and from there you’ll be able to touch and feel the fabrics we have, as well as start designing your first custom suit.

“Once the order is processed it will take about four to six weeks to deliver the suit. It is handmade and nothing is created until you place your order.”

Can you give our readers a few tips to consider when buying a suit?

“Definitely! Fit is the most important thing to consider when you purchase a suit. I like to say that 80% of the value comes from the fit of the suit, the remainder is in the details. There are a few measurements to check, but the most important is ensuring that the shoulders are snug and fitted. Its nearly impossible to fix the shoulders even with a professional tailor. To check, put the jacket on and then lean against a flat wall. If the shoulder pad hits the wall before your shoulder does, it’s too big!”

To see more details about The Tailor Truck and to back the project, click here.

To keep track of the Tailor Truck, follow @arden_reed on Twitter.

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