Buying Guides

Hands-On Reviews

Our professional reviewers are on the pulse of the latest and greatest men’s products. Here, we share with you our carefully vetted picks to help you make smarter buying decisions.

6 Best Workout Pants for Men That Won’t Hurt Your Squat Game

By David Martin
Gym Wear
Casual
William Barton wearing Evolution Pants 2.0 on outside staircase

6 Best Travel Pants for Men: Hand-Tested and Reviewed

Fellas, you can do better than sweatpants or jeans. Check out our picks of the best travel pants for men so you’ll always travel securely and comfortably.

By David Martin
Casual
Best Mens Casual Clothing Brands Model Wearing Outerknown Tee

6 Best Men’s Casual Clothing Brands Based on My Experience

Casual is in. Check out our picks of the six best men’s casual clothing brands so you can upgrade your wardrobe with ease while still staying comfy.

By David Martin
Athleisure
Lululemon Commission Pant vs ABC Pant Model Wearing Both walking down stairs

lululemon Commission Pant vs ABC Pant: I Tested Them Both

Lululemon has so much variety. It’s no wonder you had to search out the differences between the Commission and the ABC Pant. Come get the final score.

By William Barton
Smart Casual
Gap vs Banana Republic vs J.Crew Model Wearing outfits from each brand

GAP vs Banana Republic vs J.Crew: I Tested the Mall Brands

I have pieces from these brands that are 10+ years old. I’ve learned which categories each do their best work in—come find out which is right for you.

By William Barton
Smart Casual
J.Crew vs J.Crew Factory Model Wearing J.Crew And Throwing Stones

J.Crew vs J.Crew Factory: Are They the Same?

No, J.Crew Factory isn’t just the stuff that didn’t sell at J.Crew. Come check out my full comparison of the two before you pull the trigger on a new buy.

By William Barton
Casual
Cuts vs Bylt Model Wearing both Cuts and BYLT basics comparison

Cuts vs BYLT: I Tested and Reviewed Both Brands’ Bestsellers

I bought a t-shirt, joggers, hoodie, and a polo from both Cuts and BYLT. Come check out my thoughts after wearing them all for a few weeks.

By William Barton
Athleisure
Vuori vs Lululemon vs Rhone Comparison Model Shots

Vuori vs lululemon vs Rhone: I Tried and Reviewed Each Brand

Over the past 3 years, I’ve tried pretty much all the major athleisure brands. Vuori, Lululemon and Rhone have stood out. So which is the best? Come find out.

By William Barton
Formal
State and Liberty vs MizzenMain Models Wearing Dress Shirts facing each other

State & Liberty vs Mizzen+Main: I Tested Their Dress Shirts

Who’s the king of the athletic dress shirt? Is it State & Liberty or Mizzen+Main? I’ve owned both for a few years—here are my honest thoughts.

By William Barton
Skin Care
Best Vitamin C Serums for Men Geologie Vitamin CE Ferulic Serum with Lumin Anti Wrinkle Serum

6 Best Vitamin C Serums for Men That Will Brighten Your Look

Hey guy, is your face starting to show the stress of the last few hectic years? Brighten that tired skin with the best Vitamin C serums for men on the market.

By David Martin
Casual
The Perfect Jean vs Mugsy vs Revtown Jeans Comparison

The Perfect Jean vs Mugsy Jeans vs Revtown: I Tried Them All

Who makes the best stretchy jeans for men? I picked up several pairs from The Perfect Jean, Mugsy Jeans and Revtown and compared them all. Here are my thoughts.

By William Barton
Fashion Tips
What to wear on a plane Model wearing Lululemon Outfit Walking Outside of His House

What to Wear on a Plane: A Guide for All Traveling Men

Gents, getting your outfit wrong can make or break your trip. Come learn what to wear a on a plane once and for all in my in-depth guide to every flight type.

By David Martin
Hobby
a watch case with a red arrow

21 Best Gifts for Watch Lovers (That Isn’t a Watch)

The watch lover in your life already has a dazzling collection of watches, right? Check out these gifts that will perfectly complement his love of timepieces.

By Savarone Ammann
Self-Improvement
persuasion book with matching emojis

11 Best Books on Persuasion and Influence That Every Guy Should Read

Your network is your net worth. Check out our round-up of the best books on persuasion and influence that will improve your outcomes as you engage with people.

By Joshua Sigafus
Casual
Best Sweatshirts for Men Model Wearing White LA Apparel Sweatshirt

7 Best Sweatshirts for Men: The Casual Comfort King

Are all your sweatshirts tattered or fit like crap? You need our list of the 6 best sweatshirts for men so you can find the perfect fit for your wardrobe.

By David Martin
Home
a father receiving a gift from his daughter

21 Best Gifts for Dad from Daughter: Guaranteed Winners

Whether it’s for Christmas, his Birthday, or simply just because—check out these dad-approved gifts that any father would love to get from his daughter.

By Dean Stephens
Watches
Best Green Dial Watches for Men VAER C3 Nordgreen Pioneer Rolex OP Green

9 Best Green Dial Watches for Men: Stand out from the Crowd

Uniquely intriguing but tricky to pair, green dial watches are a collector’s staple. Check out our picks of the best green dial watches for men of the year.

By Karlton Miko Tyack
Athleisure
Best Lululemon Joggers for Men ABC At Ease City Sweat Surge Joggers Compared 1

4 Best lululemon Joggers for Men: Tested and Reviewed

I bought a haul of Lululemon joggers and compared them so you can get the perfect pair for yourself, whether you’re lounging on the couch or lunging in the gym.

By William Barton
Formal
Indochino vs Suitsupply Head to Head

Indochino vs Suitsupply: Custom Made Suiting Battle

Check out my in-depth Indochino vs Suitsupply comparison to learn how my in-store fitting went with each and which suit turned out best. You may be surprised.

By David Martin