Author: Cassandra Wesch

  • Wardrobe Checklist: 3 Shoes Every Man Should Own

    Wardrobe Checklist: 3 Shoes Every Man Should Own

    Maybe you find yourself asking, “How many shoes does do I really need?” You need shoes that will get you from work to after-hours drinks, but also something to wear at the beach or on a crisp morning hike. One pair is obviously not going to cut it. And twelve pairs might be going a…

  • Top Picks from Our New Collection

    Top Picks from Our New Collection

    If you’re a lover of laid-back luxury footwear (and of course you are, or you wouldn’t be reading this blog) you have more to celebrate this holiday season than just the Holidays. What? I hear you ask. The answer is simple: FABRICE TARDIEU’S NEW COLLECTION OF LUXURY FOOTWEAR! The collection, featuring a range of luxury…

  • What to Wear to a Holiday Party

    What to Wear to a Holiday Party

    We can hardly believe that Christmas and New Year’s are (literally) around the corner. In the midst of buying last-minute gifts, going out with friends, and wrapping up work deadlines for the year, time goes by ridiculously quick. However, despite all the craziness, there’s certainly one thing to look forward to when the holiday season…

  • Holiday Gift Guide

    Holiday Gift Guide

    The list is not in a particular priority, but divided into the following categories: Ready to Wear, Tees & Cultural Merchandise, Accessories, Literature, Beauty and other (art & stationery). All brands are of Caribbean heritage with availability to ship internationally. READY TO WEAR Fabrice Tardieu Fabrice Tardieu has been involved in the fashion industry for…

  • Where to Go in Miami

    Where to Go in Miami

    The best places to explore in Miami are not where you might think. Our editors give the lowdown In the minds of most, Miami means beach scenes, neon-lit Deco hotels and thumping nightclubs in the core of South Beach. And for good reason—it was the most vibrant scene in town for decades. That’s all changed.…

  • The Perfect Festive Gift: Luxury Footwear

    The Perfect Festive Gift: Luxury Footwear

    The Festive Season is fast approaching and for a lot of us, that means just one thing; Panic as we desperately try to find that special gift for that special someone in our lives. You want to find something that is unique, beautiful, something that will last, something your loved one would desire but maybe…

  • How To Match A Shoe With Any Suit Color

    How To Match A Shoe With Any Suit Color

    Matching suits with shoes. We do this every day. Easy, right? “Black shoes go with any suit since black is neutral…” Wrong! Not with brown suits. There are 3 main shoe colors: Black, brown and oxblood/burgundy They don’t just go with any of the 5 suit colors: Navy blue Light or medium-gray Charcoal gray Brown…

  • How to Clean Different Materials

    How to Clean Different Materials

    Leather Leather shoes can last a lifetime if they are properly taken care of. Since shoes are subject to so much wear and tear every day, it is important to use a horsehair brush regularly to remove any dust or debris. Start off by giving your shoes a wipe down with a warm sponge in…

  • Ultimate Double Monkstrap Guide

    The double monkstrap is easy to define: it’s a shoe that has two buckles instead of laces. More formal than a blucher but less formal than a balmoral, it’s an under-utilized wardrobe workhorse. For the staid among us, it’s too showy and uncommon. For the streetwear enthusiast, it’s too dressy and not loud enough. For those…

  • How to Wear Socks Properly

    How to Wear Socks Properly

    When in Doubt, Go Dark If you’re in a traditional industry or are having tea with a world leader, play it safe with black, brown or navy socks. This traditional look will keep you under the more rad. As much as we love colorful socks, sometimes it’s better not to stand out. Try Adding Texture…