A Mix

So I think I have an Ebay problem. I just bought this for no real reason. I do however really like it.

Cool right? That was only $5, this next item is a bit pricier.

VINTAGE SEIKO 6139-7039 CHRONOGRAPH WATCH $395

I'd obviously change the strap, I'm no Frenchman, but the actual watch is great.  

OK, enough Ebay. I love these shoes.

Nike / Tennis Classic AC ND (Summit White / Dynamic Blue / Natural) $75

But if you want something a little more unique, check out this next pair.

Dunlop / Volley Injection (White / Blue) $45

Cheaper, weirder, better.  I love it.

DB

For Her

Chicks man.... the worst.

What do you buy them for christmas? Valentine's day? Anniversaries? Birthdays? How much are you supposed to spend? How do you make it personal? Etc, etc. It can be quite overwhelming.

Ok well I definitely don't have the answer to all those questions, but I do have a few gift ideas for that special lady in your life, mothers included!

I love these necklaces.

Check out the rest of their styles at http://www.etsy.com/shop/RenataandJonathan  Made by hand, these necklaces are pretty, one of a kind, and not super expensive -- sounds good to me.

But maybe you've already given enough jewelry, lets try something new.  I love this little alarm clock.

Linden Alarm Clock $20

How cute is that?!?!  She will love it, I love it, I want it, forget the girl, give it to me!

But OK this next idea is way out there.  I really like it, but I think I would be too scared to buy it.  Too risky.

Vintage 90's Grunge Bag $62

See what I mean? In my opinion, you should never buy a girl a dress, who knows if it will fit.  This  bag has such a unique style, I think it follows the same rule.

Alright, my last bit of advice is to look on Ebay for vintage clothing from high-end brands.  Every once in a while you will find something amazing, at a reasonable price.  I really liked this scarf, but unfortunately it got a little too rich for my blood.

Vintage Hermes, it sold for a cool $200 on Ebay. Scarves are nice because they always fit. Great for moms.

Anyways, the point is that its all about effort.  Buying a gift is hard, so it shouldn't be easy (Yogi Berra anyone?).  I usually try to find one "big ticket" item, and then get a few smaller things that I know/hope she'll like.  Its almost like hedging a bet, how romantic!

And lastly when you are shopping for the girl friend, feel free to ask your mom for help, just don't ler her go out and do the shopping herself.  I've seen it happen, and thats just poor form...

DB

Ruggedly Handsome

So I was told to keep my dialogue short.  "Keep it concise," she said, "thats when you're at your best."

Women can be so cruel, especially when they're right.

So let's just get to the clothing.

Woolrich Wool Shirt $30

Woolrich is a great brand, have I mentioned them before? You should check out their site, but from what I can tell, their vintage clothing is what people are really into these days.  And although I didn't end up buying it, I do really love this shirt -- the logo-placement, the buttons, the black detail on the inside of the collar, its all working for me.

But OK lets move on.  I'm trying to keep it manly tonight, despite watching You've Got Mail on E! as I blog about clothing... 

Anyways, my oldest brother introduced me to this next item.  If he didn't already own it, I'd definitely give it some serious thought.

Adam Kimmel Blazer x Carhartt $350

I hate the picture.  It looks french and fussy, but it totally isn't -- note the Carhartt label.  Not really a blazer, its actually much thicker than a sport coat, and would work great as a fall or spring jacket.  And while I usually hate gold buttons, rules are made to be broken.

OK well enough chit-chat, see you all tomorrow!

DB  

So I just bought this...

It was priced at $70 or best offer.  I took a shot at $35, and boom, my offer was accepted.

It makes me wonder about pricing on Ebay, or pricing in general.  At $70 dollars I figured it must be something special, and I do think its attractive, so I went for it.  Would I have felt the same way if it were priced at $35 from the beginning?  I just don't know.  I'm starting to like the selling strategy of high price/best offer, at the very least it works on me, but maybe I'm just a sucker.

Either way, I think it actually is something special.  I mean check out the tag!

The tag is in english and french (classy), it was made in Hong Kong (exotic), and for some reason it says Sun Valley, Idaho as well (???).  I smell some quality merchandise!

But really, who cares, as long as it looks good right.

DB

Oh no!!

So I'm bumming out pretty hard right now.  I had been eying this vintage seiko watch for months.  I didn't need it, and I wasn't even sure if I could pull it off, but I totally wanted it.  Check it out.

Gold band, blue face, black accents, but I guess you can see that for yourself. It recently sold on Etsy for a mere $53 dollars. So sad, I'm in mourning right now. I guess I'll have to go buy something to cheer me up!  Here's what I'm looking at now.

Vintage Finlandia T-Shirt $10

I really like it, great price too.  I'm nervous about the fit though, always a toss up with vintage shirts from foreign companies.

This next one might fit better.

Vintage Nike AIR JORDAN 1980s $30

As always, Jordan swag can't miss.

Ok and lastly, I think I'm going skiing up in Maine soon, and even if I'm not the best skier on the mountain, I will be the best/worst dressed.

Vtg 90s LOONEY TUNES Maine $9

"Did you ever find Bugs Bunny attractive when he put on a dress and played a girl bunny?"  

Quiz, what movie?!?! 

Ok, I'm out.

DB