Of note to all bargain hunters: while not quite as satisfying as a good thrift find, you can get 70% … More
Tag: J. Press
J. Press Grosgrain Ribbon Watch Bands
One of the most practical and usable accessories to have in the wardrobe is a grosgrain ribbon watch band. These three … More
Ratty Sweatshirt from the Yale Co-op
I have a very old sweatshirt from the Yale Co-op that I bought as a grad student in New Haven in … More
Paul Fussell – Ties and Social Class
In his book Class: A Guide Through The American Status System, cultural critic Paul Fussell presents a concise analysis of … More
Thrifting Plus Smart Retail Shopping
Thrifted items can be paired well with items purchased at retail, but it is always best to do your retail … More
Window Shopping at J. Press
Walking up Madison Avenue yesterday evening, my wife and I passed J. Press, the bastion of traditional men’s clothing. The … More
Prepped Out & Layered Up
Some accessories are just hard to find in a thrift store. One example is this navy and maroon grosgrain watch … More
Put This On Episode 5: Tradition (J. Press and Thom Browne)
Put This On host Jesse Thorn visits the legendary traditional clothing store J. Press to talk about classic American style … More
Nearly All Thrift Store Combination
Thrifting starts to get interesting once you’ve assembled the backbone of your wardrobe. Then you can begin trying different combinations … More