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William Barton Senior Contributor
William has been covering men's style, grooming, and fitness topics for The Adult Man since 2018 as both a writer and photographer. Based in North Carolina, he's also the face of premier men's boots website BootSpy.com and the popular BootSpy YouTube channel. If William could only wear one outfit for the rest of his life, it'd be slim blue jeans, a green fitted oxford shirt, Chelsea boots, and a nice watch.
Location:

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Expertise:

Style, Grooming, Fitness, Boots, Workwear

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts – BA, English Language and Literature, General

Alumni Of:

San Franscisco State University

As Featured In:
All of William's 278 Articles for The Adult Man
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The Best Theragun Alternative: PlayMakar Review

Percussion massagers are amazing, but do you really need to pay top dollar for a Theragun? This alternative from PlayMakar may make you think twice.

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Robert Graham Review: Loud Prints for Life on the Center Stage

Robert Graham shirts are loud and unapologetic. In our review, we disect whether they’re worth the designer price tag, and look at their other offerings too.

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hims Skincare Review: I Tried Their Serum and Wrinkle Cream

hims is the best known telehealth company for men’s issues. But are they the right choice for you? This review breaks it all down so can get what you need.

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Helmm Review: Just the Basics, Please

What does a guy have to do to find deodorant that’s clear of harmful chems? Actually, our review of Helmm shows you exactly what it takes.

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Asket Review: Are They The Key to Your Capsule Wardrobe?

Building a lean wardrobe isn’t easy. Our Asket review seeks to find if they earn a spot at the minimalist fashion table. This is what we found.

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8 Best Affordable Watch Brands: Budget Picks, Great Value

If you’re looking for a beautiful timepiece but don’t have the budget to stump up for a grail, you’re going to want to see these seven brands.

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5 Best Eco-Friendly Watches: Time for the Planet

Fashion doesn’t need to take a toll on the planet. These five eco-friendly watch brands know how to blend style and sustainability.

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VAER Watches Review: Hands-On With the C5, C3, D5, and S5

Looking for quality affordable field watch? VAER watches have a nice spec-sheet, but do the watches reach their potential? Our review tells the full story.

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Nordgreen Philosopher Review: Is Simplicity Overrated?

Nordgreen made a name for themselves with their minimalist watches. Is the Philosopher worth all the hype or is one minimalist watch as good as another?

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rag & bone Review for Men: I Tried Their Most Popular Denim

It’s always a good time to indulge in a fine pair of designer jeans. The only question is: does rag & bone do them the right way? Our review has the answer.

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Blenders Eyewear Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Styles

Blenders Eyewear aims to take on designer shades with their unique San Diego surfer-style sunglasses. We review six different pairs. Do they fit the bill?

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6 Best Chelsea Boots for Men: The Thinking Man’s Boot

Need footwear that bridges the gap between casual and dapper? In honor of our favorite shoe, we put together a list of the five best Chelsea boots for men.

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Hands-On: Parker Clay Atlas Backpack Review

Parker Clay ditches the fancy buzzwords and aims to produce nothing but the best. We reviewed the Atlas backpack to see if they’re the real deal.

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Moral Code Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Styles

What’s a guy gotta do to find quality leather goods without spending a fortune? If you’ve seen Allen Edmond’s pricing and shivered, you need to know Moral Code.

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13 Classy Blue Suit Combinations: What to Wear With a Blue Suit

Wondering what to wear with your blue suit? Whether it’s for the office or something more exciting, these 13 stylish combinations are hard to beat.

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Splitting Hairs Between Pomade, Wax, Gel, and Clay

There are thousands of men’s hair products out in the wild. Our guide will point you in the direction you need to go to get the killer hairstyle you want.

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Vincero Vessel Review: A Dive Watch That Really Makes a Splash

The Vessel is the latest in a growing line of Vincero utility watches, but does it have the function to match its style? Check out our review to find out.

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Bluffworks Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Travel Clothes

Surely, when a brand says their suit still looks great after crumpling it into a bag and throwing it in the washing machine, they’re exaggerating, right?