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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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How to Look Better: 7 Simple Steps Any Guy Can Take to Boost His Appearance

Take that handsome mug to the next level already. Hey, a guy should take every advantage he can. Here’s how to look better in 7 straightforward moves.

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17 Mother’s Day Gifts that Will Make Mom’s Heart Melt

What do you get the person who literally created you? Tough one. You can’t get her chap-stick again. Here are 17 of the best Mother’s Day Gifts out there today.

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What to Wear on a First Date: A Man’s Guide

Nice work getting the first date. You’ve got the spot, but you want to make the right impression with your style. With this guide, you’re going to look great.

The Perfect Jean Review

The Perfect Jean Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Denim

Do you ever need to do the splits when wearing jeans? Yeah, it doesn’t happen often, but with The Perfect Jean, the option is there. So how do they look?

Best Workout Shorts for Men

5 Best Workout Shorts for Men: Bring on the Sweat

Whether it’s leg day or you’re training for a run, you don’t want to get caught with the wrong gear. These are the best workout shorts a man can ask for.

Keap Shorts Review

Hands-On: Keap Shorts Review

Pocket technology has been changing at a rapid pace. We never thought we’d write that, but here we are. Here’s why nobody plays the pocket game quite like Keap.

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5 Best Tank Tops for Men: Your Best Friend for Summer

Get ready to shine some light on those biceps, because with how awesome these tank tops are, you’ll want to rock them all summer.

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The Ultimate Guide to Travel Clothes for Men

Ticket, passport, headphones. What else? That’s right: a few incredible outfits to out-style everyone on the plane. These are the best travel clothes for men.

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7 Best Dress Sneakers for Men: A Style Expert’s Picks

From KOIO to Common Projects to GREATS—there are so many takes on this new style essential. These are the very best dress sneakers for men, sorted by price.

Cortazu Review

Cortazu Review: Don’t Get Stuck on the Mountain

You’re not thinking about going up the lift in a t-shirt, right? No, you need some real gear. Our Cortazu review dives into whether these jackets qualify.

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5 Best Ray-Ban Alternatives: These Brands Are Slaying Giants

Ray Ban might be one of the biggest, but that doesn’t mean they’re necessarily the best. These are the best Ray Ban alternatives out on the market today.

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Hands-On: Pompeak Watches Gentlemen’s Collection Review

What tricks could a young British watch brand possibly have up their sleeve? Well, in my Pompeak Watches review, I get to the heart of it.

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Roger Ximenez Review: Is a Custom Belt Worth It?

Once you’ve seen the power of a high quality piece of leather, it’s hard to go back. But do Roger Ximenez belts really qualify? We picked one up to find out.

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State & Liberty Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Styles

Want a tailored experience straight off the rack? It’s not going to be that easy. Make sure you read our State & Liberty review before shopping this brand.

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WOLACO Review: Is This Way of Life Worth Living?

If performance only comes second to style, you need a good set of workout gear. Does WOLACO provide the goods? We found out first hand.

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5 Best Polarized Sunglasses for Men: Shine On

Did you know you can sunburn your eyeballs? Who needs that. No one. Come on in to find the best polarized sunglasses so your peepers don’t become lobsters.

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How to Choose an Engagement Ring: We Interviewed a Jeweler

If this is your first go at buying a ring, my heart goes out to you. Here’s everything you need to know when learning how to choose an engagement ring.

The Jacket Maker review

The Jacket Maker Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Styles

If you play a theme song whenever you wear a sweet outfit, read our The Jacket Maker review to see if they make a good leather jacket on such a strict budget.

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