Mission Workshop's The Division Chinos

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If it's going to be raining, warmer than 76 degrees outside, and you are going to be out in it, a stretchy pair of pants the breathe and are water repellant is exactly what you need. The good news is Mission Workshop has designed, and makes, just that in its Division chinos. 4-way stretch, an extra zip pocket, and made in the U.S., these are perfect pant for getting around town when the sky seems to be leaking. 

Available on missionworkshop.com for $225

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Hunter Boots Men's Short Rain Boots

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Hunter Boots are a classic piece of British hunting apparel. In fact, these are so British that they are the official hunting apparel of the Queen herself (along with the Duke of Edinburgh). These are for those who care about the classics, about quality, and about keeping their feet dry. These short rain boots, are the more practical version of the full-length (tall) galoshes, and while these aren't what you'll see during the last season of The Crown, they still have the iconic red, white, and black Hunter Logo, and carry the same amount of impact.

Available on HunterBoots.com for $145

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Totes Stick Umbrella

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A stick umbrella is the proper name for the longer, more classic-looking umbrella with a curved handle. Many companies make these, and many are in the $300-$5000 range, boasting elegant wood choices and extremely valuable metal details. This totes stick umbrella doesn't have any fancy parts but it does work, and it does look better than your run-of-the-mill collapsible umbrella. This umbrella has the necessary metal tip to allow you walk with it like a cane if you so desire, and has the classically designed hook handle so you can hang it up or drape it on your arm. If you want to elevate the look without the price tag this is the one for you.

Available on totes.com for $20

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United By Blue Log Cabin Out-of-Doors Candle (8.5 oz)

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We know this isn't exactly in the "decor" theme this week, but the nose notices just as much as the eyes do, so were putting in this week.

Usually the indoors are a place to relax and keep the outside, out. But sometimes we want parts of the outside in, like the smell of a log cabin in late Fall. Enter this hand-poured, Philadelphia-made, environmentally responsible candle from United By Blue. Not only does this candle smell better than it looks, it is made with GMO-free soy wax, and a cotton wick, meaning it burns clean and has little impact on the environment. The only thing bad about this candle is we wish it came in a bigger size.

Available on UnitedByBlue.com for $30

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Watson Arch Lamp in Brass

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If you have a living space with limited side table or coffee table space, then an arch lamp like this one is a game changer. Not only is is a unique lighting fixture that adds to a more mature and sophisticated aesthetic, it frees up space on your counter, tables, and shelves for other things, like books, glasses, and decorative pieces. With this lamp we suggest using it as more mood lighting than task lighting and using an Edison bulb to make it really look antique.

Available on Houzz.com for $144

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Seeber Bronze Leisure Reading Sculpture

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This little bronze statue is definitely a little odd, but can say a lot about its owner. This leisure reader statue is a great side piece to a book shelf, side table, or mantle to hold up books or just use as an accent piece. The fact that you chose to display a figure in the act of reading shows you yourself are into one of the oldest methods of entertainment and learning. Make your home seem like one of a scholar with this little bronze guy. Now all you need are some books and the ability to read.

Available on wayfair.com for $38

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Antique Brass and Leather Binoculars

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Everyone loves a good travel story, or someone who is well-travelled. Binoculars are a classic symbol of old travel tails, and their presence in your apartment or house serves as a small hint of how much you value adventure. What's even better is that they actually work, so while they appear novel, they do have function, Whether or not you use them, is up to you.

Available on Houzz.com for $65

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Urban Outfitters Brina 10 inch Floor Planer

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A person who has plants that stay alive is someone who can take care of themselves, or at least that what it seems like to those visiting. This planter is great for spaces that don't have a lot of windowsill space or outdoor spaces. It brings your plants off the floor and into view without taking up valuable side table space. Its simple design will fit in almost any aesthetic, and bring an element of green into your living space that makes it feel a bit more mature, and homey.

Available on UrbanOutfitters.com for $99

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Ready Player One by Ernest Cline Review

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Let's end this week on a fun note. This book has gotten a lot of hype this year due to the movie adaptation that came out in the spring. Like many other book to movie adaptations, the book is way better than the film. So if you saw the film, and want to read the book, prepare for a slightly different weave to this nerdy, fun, cheer-on-the-protagonist, popcorn tale. This book was a super quick read, as Ernest Cline does a great job of ending chapters with cliff hangers and planning a story out to entice you throughout its various stages. If you are looking for a fun book to read on the beach or to mentally break from your long days of analytical work, then I suggest this great ride through his not-so-out-of-reach VR world.

Available on barnesandnoble.com for $11

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The 4-hour Work Week by Tim Ferris Review

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For the entrepreneurs out there, the 4-hour Work Week by Tim Ferris is the small business/side hustle starter guide to put you on the path to productivity and follow through. This book is loaded with strategies and process that give you the best chance of success when going out on your own. From batching tasks to automation, and outsourcing strategies, this short book is a mini master class in starting and scaling quickly.

Available on Amazon.com for $15

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The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday Review

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A great book for anyone who tends to take adversity poorly, The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday is a great example laden compilation of stories showcasing stoic philosophy in practice through out the history of human culture. The book challenges the reader to hold steadfast throughout their own personal challenges and use each failure, shortcoming, and roadblock as their true path to achieving goals and accomplishing eventual success.

Available on barnesandnoble.com for $25

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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson Review

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If you are a little stuck, in the "I'm not sure what I'm doing with my life" stage, or probably most applicable, thinking "I have a great job and make good money and I'm still not happy" this book is your new bible. The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck by Mark Manson is an abrasive, in-your-face, funny, tome chalk-full of realizations and stop-complaining motivational messaging disguised as an anti-self-help book. Mark is the kick in the ass needed to really prioritize the things you truly want, a forceful reminder to not sweat the small stuff in order to only allow the things that really matter to hold weight in your life.

Available on Amazon.com for $15

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When by Daniel Pink Review

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This week's theme is books. More specifically books that are either well-written, insightful, or somewhat perception-shifting. We start out with an insightful book called "When" by Daniel H. Pink. "When" goes through the importance and effects of planning your day, incentivizing breaks, and synchronization. This book is for anyone trying to better plan out their days to be more productive and take advantage of our more natural rhythm. If you are in charge of your own day, your own schedule, or a team, then this book is worth the read.

Available on betterworldbooks.com for $24

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Yeti Rambler 20 oz Tumbler Review

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When it comes to keeping your drinks both cold and hot for long periods of time, few brands do it as well as Yeti. Made with stainless steel, and designed with dual-wall vacuum insulation these are built to last. Plus, the Yeti name itself has turned into a bit of a status symbol among hunters, fishers, and brand gatherers, so show off that label and enjoy that freshly made matcha tea, coffee, or ice cold water as you galavant about your day.

 Available on Yeti.com for $30

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Matcha Green Tea Set Review

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If you haven't experienced matcha tea yet, I highly suggest you go to your closest 3rd-wave coffee shop and see if they have any available. Matcha is a Japanese powered green tea made from early harvest (baby) tea leaves. It has a ton of antioxidants and is supposedly really good for you. Not only that, matcha, and the steps involved in making it, is more of a ceremony than simply a process. The whisking motion, done with intention and focus, is designed to promote tranquility and stillness within the whisker, which we could all use a bit more of these days. Outside of the more wu-wu elements matcha tastes great and a matcha latte with almond or coconut milk is down right delicious. So after you try it at a shop, grab a kit that makes the experience more personal, and much cheaper in the long run.

Available on uncommongoods.com for $45

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ePEBO by BODUM Vacuum Coffee Maker Review

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If you are a coffee guru or like weird interesting gadgets, then this is the drink-maker for you. The ePEBO coffee maker is a vacuum brewer, meaning it uses a syphoning-style system that is calibrated to brew your coffee at just the right temperature for the right amount of time, every time. This ePEBO, as compared to its cheaper brother the PEBO has a built in heat source you can plug in, meaning you don't have to sit the apparatus on your stove or hot plate in order for it to work. While there are faster and more methodical methods to home coffee brewing, this one is by far the most interesting to watch. This is the coffee maker for the weekends you have guests, or the brewer you break out after a home made 3 course dinner party. COlor your hipster guests impressed, with this sweet-looking, great tasting, vacuum coffee maker.

Available on Bodum.com for $200

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Pintado Cordial Glasses Review

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If you are going to put forth a decent amount of effort making your cocktails taste delicious, you might as well serve them in a way that makes them look just as good as they taste. These cordial classes are perfect for those who enjoy the chemistry of cocktails, and appreciate an elevated presentation of our world's simple pleasures. Cordial glasses are traditionally for smaller, typically spirit forward drinks, but can be used for champaign (shout out to Leo as Gatsby) and other more elegant beverages. Break these out to really impress your guests and show them you are a man of culture and experience.

Available on wayfair.com for $20

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RBT by Rabbit Drink Shaker Review

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This week's theme: Drink on Drinks. Everything drink, drink making, and consuming on the goods. To kick things off, an interesting shaker for your more adult beverage creating. This RBT by Rabbit shaker has a cool brass and black color design that is simple, modern, and mildly bad ass so displaying it as a statement piece on your is an option. Color scheme aside, what sets this shaker apart from others is the integrated juicer in the lid, allowing you to introduce fresh juice into your drinks without having to prepress, or institute the fork and squeeze method, which normally ends in you fishing out seeds.

Available on bedbathandbeyond.com for $50

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Wurkin Stiffs Tie Bar

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As the guys at Wurkin Stiffs say, tie bars are like the collar stays for ties, and they're right. Tie bars are an easy way to add details to your more formal or business casual outfits, making it look like you got dressed on purpose. A tie bar is male jewelry that is easy to rock, and in a brushed silver like this one, it's hard not to match with what ever colors you are wearing. That being said, match your metals whenever possible (belt buckles, watches, cufflinks, etc.) to make sure you are looking extra fresh.

Available on wurkinstiffs.com for $20

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Daniel Wellington Bristol 36mm Watch

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DW has made a name for themselves in the watch world for championing the minimalistic, affordable, clean watch. These watches may not be the highest quality, handmade by 100 year old Swiss watch makers, but damnit they work, and look great doing it. This simple face is bold yet doesn't distract from the wearer's outfit in the way that a fresh pair of white shoes would. The thin profile is great for those prone to knocking their wrists into walls, counters, and doors, and the leather strap will last at least 3 years if taken care of. This watch is one of those simple details that make a large impact when put with the right outfit.

Available on danielwellington.com for $199

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