Warby Parker Barkley Sunglasses

Warby Parker has become a staple for millennial gentlemen searching for great looking, high-quality frames while keeping the investment to a minimum. The Barkleys are a new staff pick from WP, and we agree whole heartedly. They aren't too square or too round so they fit most face shapes, and with Warby's 'try before you buy' selection process you can be sure these are the right ones for you.

Available on WarbyParker.com for $95

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Philips Wake-Up Light

This alarm clock/lamp hybrid is not a cheap option for an alarm clock, or a lamp for that matter. However, this alarm clock illuminates based on your set alarm time, mimicking the sun to wake you up gently yet effectively. It reduces the attempts to snooze, and drastically decreases immediate drowsiness for us gentlemen who wake up before 8:30am between November and March. Night shift workers, and those early morning Monday business trippers trying to catch the 6:00am flight, this is for you.

Available on Philips.com for $140

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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones

These headphone are a God-send for the frequent traveller. The compact size compared to their over-ear counterparts, the premium quality noise cancelling (16 hours worth on one charge), and audio quality you can expect from Bose makes them well worth the price point. So do yourself a favor; stop allowing the baby in 15B to ruin the Bond movie during your flight and get a pair of these bad boys.

Available at Bose.com for $250

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Rumble Roller Foam Roller

This foam roller is not for the faint of heart, nor is it for those who don't enjoy some pain during their recovery sessions. However, for all the pain it deals out, it does some miraculous work releasing tension in hard to fix knots. It comes in various sizes and an option for extra firm (for the masochists). We like the compact version because it can fit in a bag and wont break the bank.

Available at DicksSportingGoods.com for $45.

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Bonobos Stretch Washed Chino

These chinos are a staple in our millennial closet. They're slim cut and have loud inner-pocket fabric, making them a pant that fits and has some character. Add to that their new stretch line, which allows for increased bend at the knee, and you have a dress up/dress down pant that you can pretty much do squats in (which would seem unnecessary, until you need to do it). We recommend getting the Graphites, Jet Blues, and the Khakis. This way, you'll be set on pants for almost any dress/casual occasion in temperatures below 65 degrees.

Available on Bonobos.com for $98.

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Daniel Wellington Dapper St Mawes Watch

Daniel Wellington has experienced quite the meteoric rise in the past few years, and for good reason. Their minimalistic style and extremely low profile offer an err of elegance without breaking the bank. This Dapper St Mawes watch is one of our favorites, but they have plenty of other great choices on their site.

Available at DanielWellington.com for $249

 

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MeUndies Boxer Briefs

MeUndies is an awesome newer brand that makes some super soft underwear for men and women. Boasting a feeling that is 3x softer than cotton, these invisible undergarments are sure to make you and your little gentleman feel great all day long. Now if only we could get the image to work...

Available at MeUndies.com for $24

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Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel 30oz Waterbottle

Klean Kanteen is one of the premier stainless steel bottle makers on the market today, and they don't charge an arm and leg for a product that is sure to last. Our favorite is the insulated version of their classic build. It can keep your coffee hot for 24 hours, and you water cold for over 90, which is impressive. The stainless steel material and vacuumed insulation limits any flavor altering and is BPA free so you don't have to worry about the liquid you put in your bottle and are more likely to consume it at the temperature you had intended.

Available at KleanKanteen.com for $37.

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Wool & Prince Button Downs

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Wool & Prince is an all-about-the-wool shop, making super soft shirts out of merino wool. Sound itchy and hot? This is where you'd be wrong. merino wool is insanely soft, breathable, wrinkle resistant, and more durable than cotton. This of course comes at a price. We like this navy check, but they also offer a variety of patterns and colors over on their site. Check them out.

Available at WoolandPrince.com for $128

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Greats Royale Chukkas in Ox Blood

This new sneaker company is coming out with great takes on some classic shoes, and these Royale Chukkas are no different. They took some unique Ox blood-colored suede and put it on what looks like a classic vans sole, making this an amazing versatile shoe that is appropriate for work and for play.

Available at Greats.com for $169.

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Trumaker's Lombard Tie

This american made 100% raw silk speckled tie is a solid option when you want to make a strong yet subtle statement when you're heading to work and going out for drinks with friends afterwards. And with a width of 3-3/8" its not too skinny.

Available at Trumaker.com for $98

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Bull Dog Original Face Wash

While not the most luxurious brand out there, Bull Dog promises a well made product that is environmentally and animal friendly and won't leave your wallet feeling empty. With it's Bergamot (think Earl Grey), citrus, and cedar wood scent, it smells like the man you want to be and cleans your face without drying it out so you can look like him too.

Available at bulldogskincare.com for $10

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Anker Astro E5 Portable Charger

Whether you're attending a festival, hiking up a mountain, camping with some friends, or simply roaming a city for a day, having an extra charge for your phone is always a good idea. This is where the Anker portable charger comes in, capable of charging an iPhone 6S 5.5x, or a Samsung Galaxy S7 3x, this thing packs a serious punch for its size. We've tested it through a backpacking trip across Europe and two Tomorrowland festivals, and this thing keeps kicking. Be prepared, and keep your phone alive.

Available on Amazon for $40

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gowan [NYC]'s American Oxford Shirt

Our friends at gowan [NYC] know what they're doing around an oxford shirt. Having created the world's only american sourced, milled, and constructed cotton oxford with their old line March and Held (R.I.P.) they have tested and proven their altered dimensioned take on an american classic works. In fact, most of us here at What is a Gentleman own at least one of these bad boys (some of us own 3+), and it is turning into a going out go-to. The best part is, they just dropped their price, and didn't change the product (still constructed in NYC), which means you're getting more bang for your buck. Enjoy.

Available at gowan-nyc.com for $95 

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Pace Breaker Short - Lulu Lemon

Alright, gents - I know what you're thinking. Lulu Lemon? You've got to be kidding me. Trust me - I thought the same thing. Then, I spontaneously tried these shorts on after noticing that they were on sale. I haven't taken them off since. The fabric is soft and extra stretchy, and they have a built-in liner made from breathable, sweat-wicking LYCRA (so think somewhere between full compression and regular boxer briefs). I took this to mean that underwear is optional, although this has yet to be confirmed, so it's almost like going commando without actually going commando. Do yourself a favor and check them out. If you hurry, they may still be on sale!

Available at lululemon.com for $68 (regular price)

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Book: 100 Deadly Skills

This guide by Clint Emerson (a retired Navy SEAL) is a welcomed addition to coffee tables across the country as it is sure to spark some interesting conversations. At first glance, it may seem a bit far-fetched, but once you peel back the cover and start reading you realize the usefulness of many of Clint's ideas. While "Steal a Plane" and "Dispose of a Body" may not be very high on your list of priorities, skills like "Pick a Lock" and "Survive an Active Shooter" can always be useful and even life-saving in the case of the latter.

Available at Amazon.com and 100deadlyskills.com for $15

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Commonplace Cast Bronze Coasters

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Part of growing up is getting used to the idea that taking care of your things helps you spend less money in the long run, like your coffee table or desk for instance. Don't riddle your tabletops with water or whiskey rings from your glasses, put a coaster down, and make that table last. And since you are buying grown-up things, you might as well buy cool ones, enter Commonplace's cast bronze coasters. Made from 100% pure bronze, these heavy beauties (with imperfections and all) are an awesome statement to any bachelor pad. 

Available at commonplaceshop.com for $24/ea

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Word. Notebooks

Sure, you have a phone that holds your notes, even a digital assistant to help you dictate them. But when it comes to keeping lists, marking and completing to-do's, or drafting out thoughts, a phone's lacks the tactile satisfaction that only a classic set of pen and paper can give you. Word. Notebooks have a unique to-do list system that makes it easy to keep track of where you are on your tasks, and look awesome to boot. Check them out, youll be happy you did.

Available on WordNotebooks.com for $10

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J.Crew Abington Weekender Bag

When looking for a weekender, we usually prefer canvas, its versetile, strong, flexible, and if you end up putting it down in a puddle by accident you can toss it in the wash. This weekender is owned by two of us here at WhatIsAGentleman, and we like it, a lot. and at a price point under $300 its pretty much a steal.

Available on Jcrew.com for $198

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Desert Dust Men: citrine, larvikite, wood, copper men's bracelet

We recently discovered the awesome and cost effective Etsy shop that is Desert Dust Men and haven't looked back. We have bought some of their other hand-made mens bracelets and love the way they look both with formal and leisure wear. So, if you are looking to add some edge to your suit game or casual attire without spending the 60+ dollars on mens accessories at J.Crew, give these guys a shot.

Available on Etsy.com for $25

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