I like the idea of a really special, unique pair of gloves during the wintertime. Maybe it’s the optimist in me hoping that the vibrancy will warm up my lackluster fingertips. (left: Pendleton wool gloves with leather palms, right: handmade Mario Portolano nappa leather gloves lined in cashmere)

On the contrary, I believe that shoes for men should be rugged, heavy duty, and a ‘canvas’. Investment dressing is a big deal now that question marks lay in many a pockets (when in doubt, blame the economy), so investing in a high quality, well crafted shoes only make sense because they’ll last. (both shoes by Japanese brand Chausser)

Side note: Red Wings are extremely well priced for their fantastic construction.

My thoughts: I wonder, what will museums in the far futures be stocked with? Things are being manufactured in such a mass produced manner that quality control has plummeted, consequently, artisan products that are made to withstand time and weather are dwindling. We must remember that our past is one rich with well crafted goods. Maybe the average man will be forgotten and only remnants of luxury artisan products will persevere time. Hohum!