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Ode on Apprecian’ Weird Sneakers

June 3, 2016

Ode On Apprecian’ Weird Sneakers

“Beauty is truth, truth beauty,” wrote a young John Keats, inspired, ostensibly, by an ancient Grecian urn, a masterpiece of…

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Fall Inspiration and That Annie Hall Look

October 8, 2015

Fall Inspiration And That Annie Hall Look

Maybe it’s because of the tweed jackets and plaid shirts. Or maybe it’s the soft colors in the cinematography. Whatever…

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How To Redesign A Classic: The Chuck II

July 23, 2015

How To Redesign A Classic: The Chuck II

Fast Co Design covers the recreation of the Converse All-Star, maybe the most iconic sneaker in the world. The goal…

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Ten Great Sneakers for Spring

March 26, 2015

Ten Great Sneakers For Spring

I love hard bottom shoes, but spring is a great time to wear sneakers. You can pair them with most…

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The Rise of Sneaker Culture Exhibit

March 6, 2015

The Rise Of Sneaker Culture Exhibit

The Brooklyn Museum will have an exhibit this summer on the rise of sneaker culture. The exhibit will look at look…

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Five Distinctive Non-Fashion Sneakers for $100 or Less

January 29, 2015

Five Distinctive Non-Fashion Sneakers For $100 Or Less

2015 is a good time to like sneakers. Whether you’re into retro styles, designer takes on classic sports shoes, or…

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Shoes for Rainy Days

December 15, 2014

Shoes For Rainy Days

We’ve been suffering through some pretty bad storms here in San Francisco. When the weather is this wet, you need…

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It’s On Sale: Converse Chuck Taylors and Vans Sneakers

October 26, 2014

It’s On Sale: Converse Chuck Taylors And Vans Sneakers

30% off at Shoebuy.com with the checkout code EMLFNF14. Included is the site’s full stock of Vans and Chuck Taylor All…

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Splurging on Outerwear and Knitwear

October 15, 2014

Splurging On Outerwear And Knitwear

The centerpiece of almost any ensemble tends to be outermost layer. It’s what people see most easily, and what covers…

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The shoe on the left is by Converse

October 14, 2014

The Shoe On The Left Is By Converse

The shoe on the left is by Converse. Are the other two, by Bob’s and Fila, counterfeits? Converse thinks so,…

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It’s On Sale: (Almost) Everything at Need Supply

June 23, 2014

It’s On Sale: (Almost) Everything At Need Supply

Want those on-sale Aldens that Pete talked about yesterday? Well, they’re available at Need Supply, where you can take 20% off…

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Crepe-Sole Jack Purcells

May 29, 2014

Crepe-Sole Jack Purcells

I’m generally opposed to “classic with a twist.” I say: just go classic, and you know… be the twist you…

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It’s On Sale: Shoes, Shoes, Shoes

May 18, 2014

It’s On Sale: Shoes, Shoes, Shoes

Shoe sales are happening everywhere today.  Shoebuy.com: 30% off your purchase if you use the checkout code EMLFRIENDS14. Included in the…

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It’s On Sale: Chuck Taylors and <span>Swaine Adeney Brigg Umbrellas

April 27, 2014

It’s On Sale: Chuck Taylors And Swaine Adeney Brigg Umbrellas

Two sales just popped up, both only lasting for today: First, Shoebuy.com has Chuck Taylors All Stars at 25% off….

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Five Great Things That Come With A Leather Jacket

April 17, 2014

Five Great Things That Come With A Leather Jacket

I wear sport coats most days of the week, but for the last two years or so, I’ve been breaking…

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