Quicksnap – Banana Bread
I think every man should be able to cook at least one thing, without a cookbook. Having finally made banana bread for the first time, after 20 years of cooking, I’m pretty sure this is my item of choice.
Archive for August, 2010
Levis x Filson Denim/Twill Tote
Not everyday is a briefcase day, some days are a lot less serious, and I just need to be able to carry shit from point A to point B. I’ve been accomplishing this daily task, with the help of a rather nice BAPE tote I picked up. And while I don’t question the construction the bag, as I began to use it over an extended period, my trust in its ability to withstand my hectic daily transportation came into question. As luck would have it, my necessity coincided with the release of the new Levi’s x Filson collection. Both brands I have an enormas amount of love for and know the level of quality to expect.
I managed to get myself to the Levi’s flagship in downtown SF just in time to pick up one of the last of the denim/twill versions in stock. The strictly denim version of the tote would have done the job just fine for me, but the twill/denim combination makes this tote tank-like. In addition, the fact that it mirrors my Filson briefcase made the decision rather simple. Like the briefcase, its constructed with rugged twill, with bridal leather handles, while the inner portions are Levi’s quality rigid denim. It even comes with a small field notes moleskine, that uses the first few pages to cover the collaboration, with the remaining pages being standard grid paper. Four pockets line the outside, with plenty of space on the inside. I can throw a hoodie, my laptop, and one of those 200lb Free & Easy magazines in my bag without even a concern.
So far the Levi’s x Filson collab seems to be a huge success, as majority of the line is sold out in stores, as well as online. So if you’re interested in the twill/denim or the strictly denim versions of the tote, I would kinda move fast over the your local Levi’s shop, or pick one up online. I can assure you, you will be very pleased with either.
Clae Ellington fit
I got a couple requests for a fit for the Ellingtons, so I had Nicole snap a quick picture of me. The trick is to just treat them as though they were a normal pair of brick sole Bucks, nothing overly complicated. Any dark denim, a white oxford, red base plaid, pink(cranberry), or even navy blue, and its a done deal. So there you have it.
Clae Ellington
Early this year, Clae released their “Ellington” silhouette in an effort to define what a sleek, stylish, simplistic sneaker should look like. Mixing the aesthetics of a derby shoe, with a low profile sneaker, double takes are definitely something you should get used to seeing. This particular colorway of walnut suede upper, with a brick rubber sole, has to be my favorite release thus far. I’m definitely looking forward to to what Clae has in store for next season.
Appreciation
This internet thing is an unforgiving, unfulfilling, and sometimes, down-right lonely place.Years ago when I began blogging, if anyone questioned if people read my site I’d have told them, “I don’t give a rats ass”. The sad thing is that I really did care, but failed to see just how saturated the internet was on the subject matter that interested me. I had ideas on topics that I imagined would be a fresh perspective, and spark interesting conversation amongst my peers, alas there were none to be found. Although a bit discouraged at times, I never quite gave up and kinda just stuck it out.
Over the years I honed the little bit of skill i’m clinging to, and have grown in readership as well as an ever growing circle of peers. These are people whom I admire and respect a great deal, as well as value their varying points of view. In return, and without compensation, these folks have offered me guidance, inspiration, an honest opinion, and in most cases, back me up when I’m having an insane rant. Today being a friday, I’d usually be scrambling to put together my #ff (follow friday) on twitter, but today I felt the need to point these people out, as they are as deserving of you attention as I am.
@freemanbrand @kingfunckncarter @g_mas @pletty @onandbeyond @jl_ltdhype @mrkpmtl @ridlej @marcustroy @lvaldizon @get_dizzy @dctobc and last but not least, @nicolegregory my wife, who has supported my search for a voice online, and hasn’t tried to divorce me over all the shoes I keep bringing home. Thanks to all my friends and followers for the support.
