The Well-Pressed Gamer

Menswear and videogames
Yes they go together
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Braces Are CoolI’m quite proud of these. I bought them for pretty cheap on Ebay, and sewed the buttons into the waistband of my slacks myself. The slacks have belt loops (apparently a faux pas) but fuck that shit, I’m not wearing these every day. This is my first modification that I’ve ever done to my own clothing, and it went swimmingly. Buttons are in exactly the right places, and it was my first time sewing on a button. There’s no roll-over on the waistband, because I placed the buttons well, and the waistband is stiff enough.My shirt needs an ironing.I might get another set that’s a little wider - these braces are only about a half-inch across. We’ll see.

Braces Are Cool

I’m quite proud of these. I bought them for pretty cheap on Ebay, and sewed the buttons into the waistband of my slacks myself. The slacks have belt loops (apparently a faux pas) but fuck that shit, I’m not wearing these every day.

This is my first modification that I’ve ever done to my own clothing, and it went swimmingly. Buttons are in exactly the right places, and it was my first time sewing on a button. There’s no roll-over on the waistband, because I placed the buttons well, and the waistband is stiff enough.

My shirt needs an ironing.

I might get another set that’s a little wider - these braces are only about a half-inch across. We’ll see.

The Matterhorn.

The Matterhorn.

putthison: Merkur Razors on MyHabit I’ve come to really like MyHabit, the flash sale site run by Amazon. Their shipment times are lightning fast, and while there are lots of sales that aren’t up my alley, they periodically offer really great brands, and often the discounts are surprisingly generous. The other day the women’s section had Rodarte. I was amazed. One example for men: Merkur razors, which go on sale today at 9AM Pacific / Noon Eastern. The Merkur HD, in long or short handled models, is my go-to recommendation for new wet shavers, and what I use at home. It’s high quality, reasonably priced, and offers a very moderate shave - not too aggressive, not too passive. I don’t know yet what the prices on razors will be, but the previews at MyHabit are showing both the razor alone and some nice kits for folks inspired by our episode on grooming. (As usual, if you aren’t already a member of MyHabit, you can use our link to sign up.) If you’re one of the four people that read my shaving post a million years ago, you should know that this is the best razor that’s ever been made. I recommend picking up a pack of Feather brand DE blades as well. Derbys are also good.

putthison:

Merkur Razors on MyHabit

I’ve come to really like MyHabit, the flash sale site run by Amazon. Their shipment times are lightning fast, and while there are lots of sales that aren’t up my alley, they periodically offer really great brands, and often the discounts are surprisingly generous. The other day the women’s section had Rodarte. I was amazed.

One example for men: Merkur razors, which go on sale today at 9AM Pacific / Noon Eastern. The Merkur HD, in long or short handled models, is my go-to recommendation for new wet shavers, and what I use at home. It’s high quality, reasonably priced, and offers a very moderate shave - not too aggressive, not too passive.

I don’t know yet what the prices on razors will be, but the previews at MyHabit are showing both the razor alone and some nice kits for folks inspired by our episode on grooming.

(As usual, if you aren’t already a member of MyHabit, you can use our link to sign up.)

If you’re one of the four people that read my shaving post a million years ago, you should know that this is the best razor that’s ever been made. I recommend picking up a pack of Feather brand DE blades as well. Derbys are also good.

carsonstreet:

We’re getting there.  Inch by inch, we’re getting there.  It’s been a slow haul, but piece by piece, we’re getting there.  So, without further ado, please welcome the inaugural starting line up for the 2013 Carson Street Clothiers.

Patrick Doss, Operations Manager

Hailing from Savannah, GA, Patrick brings with him tailoring and retail experience from his time spent at Sid Mashburn in Atlanta and Suit Supply in New York.  Refined and sophisticated, Patrick is the embodiment of the American southern gentleman.  He’s a real life “Stump the Schwab” when it comes to the menswear scene.

Christopher Benjamin (“CB”) Rucker, Client Relations Manager

If you follow men’s fashion blogs, then you undoubtedly know the name.  A Suit Supply (New York) and GANT (D.C.) veteran, CB, a.k.a. “Mr. I Make This Look Good,” is a master of casual tailoring, making the most formal of looks feel dressed down and cool.  Originally from South Bend, IN, CB routs for Notre Dame, but we won’t hold that against him.

Christopher Fenimore, Sales Associate

We had our qualms about hiring two Christophers—we wanted to hold tryouts (our operations are small, but there’s a lot of potential for aggressive expansion)—but we were just too impressed by this young man’s ability and verve for all things menswear.  A Brooklyn native and junior at The New School, Christopher has shot street style for online publications such as Four-Pins and has worked retail while remaining a full-time student.  What did you do in college?

Brian Trunzo and Matt Breen, Co-Owners

From Staten Island, NY and Bucks County, PA, respectively, Trunzo and Breen are former attorneys, sometimes style bloggers and all-the-time nice guys.  Growing tired and unimpressed with the world of corporate law while simultaneously becoming bored with the usual brick-and-mortar NYC menswear options, they decided to make good on a promise they made while law students (that is, to someday go into business together).  After studying the menswear landscape and researching the state of men’s retail both in NYC and online, Trunzo and Breen decided to go all in, and the rest is, as they say, history.

Perfect post-Christmas kit. UNIQLO blazer LEC socks Levis belt RRL University Chinos Tie from Frank & Oak Lands End pink OCBD Rose pocket square from the Knottery

Perfect post-Christmas kit.
UNIQLO blazer
LEC socks
Levis belt
RRL University Chinos
Tie from Frank & Oak
Lands End pink OCBD
Rose pocket square from the Knottery

Nothing like an untrustworthy narrator to make the story interesting.

sosuperawesome:

Wandering in the Woods, Oer-Wout

It’s amazing to realize that the world we live in is even more wondrous and more terrifying than anything we could think up.

(via error501)

And now, in the most predictable post ever, I declare my excitement for Dark Souls II.Also, check out EpicNameBro’s breakdown of the trailer by clicking through the image - really good stuff.

And now, in the most predictable post ever, I declare my excitement for Dark Souls II.

Also, check out EpicNameBro’s breakdown of the trailer by clicking through the image - really good stuff.