In keeping up with the fine journalistic integrity that MANual is known for, I researched “Borstal” prior to this post as I’d never heard of it before. Apparently, a Borstal is essentially a juvenile detention center in the U.K. and India … read more →

The last time I owned a pair of chukka sneakers they were camouflage Vans. No wait, scratch that, they were green suede Airwalks. I remember loving them intensely. I also remember vowing to never combine “chukka” and “sneaker” on my … read more →

As we enter the warmer months of the year, we’re taking a look at some of the ways guys can give a suit a breezier, less buttoned-up edge—”dress it down,” if you will. One oft-debated method: pulling on a pair … read more →

Spring break, beaches–what do you recommend for attire? Linen pants? Flip-flops? What shoes do you wear to dinner? This is a topic that still keeps me up at night. Why? Well, as a former resident of Hawaii who refused to … read more →

Waxed cotton continues to pop up everywhere, including Vans’ latest release. [via Hypebeast] Textbook blogger John Januzzi envisions Jay Gatsby seeking a sartorial revenge via the latest collections. …While The Times brings you a club that Mr. Gatsby could not … read more →

With all the attention being thrown in the direction of brogues, double monks, and the quest for the perfect work boot, it’s been easy to forget just how genius the perfect pair of canvas sneakers can be. Aside from all … read more →

We’ve given boots a lot of love recently, and rightly so (after all, there are several inches of snow on the ground as we’re writing this). But hard as it is to believe, spring’s right around the corner; and with … read more →

Your beat-up Chucks have gotten a makeover. Inventory takes apart a pair of coveted Converse Addicts to show you how. The gentlemen of Street Etiquette pack their bags and head off to Berlin, taking care not to forget their camera … read more →