the wearhouse district

I'm so pumped to share an awesome men's wristwatch subscription I was recently introduced to! It's called Watch Gang . And really the word "subscription" doesn't best description these guys - the brand feel more like a club; there's so many cool perks for joining. I'm not the type of person to wear the same watch everyday. I like to mix it up, match my watch to my outfit - or choose one that best fits the occasion / event that I'm heading out to. So, it's easy to say I like owning a wide array of watches. And because of this, when I first heard about Watch Gang  I knew I'd like it. But, man, when I really dove into the brand - I realized I loved it. Such an awesome concept.  Essentially, Watch Gang offers members the opportunity to grow their watch collection and discover new brands and styles at incredible value. They offer three different tiers, based on style and budget: starting at $29. The best part - Watch Gang only sour...

Grungy Gentleman Spring / Summer 2018 ( Image c/o Grungy Gentleman )

I'm one of those strange people that actually get excited about holiday shopping . I love the thought of giving someone something special and seeing their reaction. In my mind it's a testament of how much that person means to me, how much I appreciate them, or how well I know them. It's a fun way for me to prove that I genuinely think this person is awesome.  Putting some thought into a gift really does resonate within the receiver. But I can certainly see why some shoppers get overwhelmed by the season of giving. The pressure, the time, the money. It's a bit tedious at times, and I mean, there's just so many things to choose from when shopping. That's why I put together this gift guide! Hopefully this will save you time - and money, since everything I selected is $50 and under . Perfect for holiday shopping on a budget! Below I have 50+ unique and thoughtful gift ideas for any of the guys in your life - whether he be a fashion fanatic, urban gentl...

We're all ready for the fall season! It's one of the most fun times of the year for fashion. We get to finally build complete outfits. We can layer whatever we want , not worried about sweating to death.   Here are some of the hottest trends in menswear for autumn 2017 - and some of my personal favorite items from each of them. The perfect way to make sure your wardrobe is as ready for the season as you are.  Quilted jackets will add texture to our wardrobe, while wide leg pants and turtleneck sweaters add interesting silhouettes. Invest in bold colors. Taking hints from the runways , including SS18, they debut this fall and will last through winter and hit full force in spring. You are most likely thinking, orange for fall, groundbreaking. But it's true! This fall season's hit color is orange. Pull from classic menswear tropes and add neckties to a few fun outfits. Feel dandy in double-breasted pieces. Make a statement in knitted graphic tops and sweaters. ...

Last year - as most of you know - I ended my summer with a bang, traveling with my best friends on a road trip from New Orleans to Marfa, Texas. The trip was memorable to say the least (and so were the Snapchat stories). Well, this year I've decided to begin my summer with a bang - with a weekend getaway to the one and only Magic City, Miami. This year has already been one of the craziest so far, and it's only beginning. So a vacation is definitely much needed. Especially this one, where I will be joined by my two best friends. Nothing grounds you and also awakens you like getting away, and reuniting with true friends.  On this trip I hope we three will not only grow closer together, but also that I'm reminded of my true self- the person I was, am today, and supposed to be... As well as get really effin' tan and drink way too many mojitos! Here is a few of my must-haves for a Miami beach trip: 1. Shades are essential. More so, these beautiful Ray Bans ...

Changing of seasons always means a change in routine for me. It's a chance to try new things and test new products. Here are some fun springtime beauty products and accessories I'm currently trying out. All perfect to celebrate springtime; with floral scents, pastel colors, and a fresh take on beauty/grooming. 1. Capri Blue Candle, Muse Aloha Orchid ; $65 2. Baxter of California, Hard Cream Pomade ; $20 3. Clinique, Moisture Surge ; $39 4. Gentle Monster, Sunglasses ; $270 5. Milk Makeup, Cooling Water ; $24 6. Milk Makeup, Sunshine Oil ; $38 7. Dr. Jart, Ceramidin Lipair ; $15 8. Nude, Advanced Renewal Overnight Mask ; $48 9. Hermes, Voyage d'Hermes Pure Perfume ; $146

(Photos by  Courtney Charles )  Let me take a not so huge leap and assume that everyone is like me and spends a huge portion of their day staring at a computer screen… And when you aren’t you are most likely staring at the screen of a phone or a television. Obviously, that’s not necessarily the healthiest of habits for our eyes. The blue light from our screens is actually very harmful – if you weren’t aware of that. Working in the digital industry, and as a writer and blogger, the majority of my time has been spent absorbing this harsh light. I’ve utilized apps like Flux to lessen the damage. In the office or amongst friends I’m like an anti-blue-light advocate; it's something I've verbally expressed disdain for. The headaches alone are enough to get frustrated with, amiright? So obviously when I heard that one of my favorite eyewear brands developed a safeguard way to protect our eyes from blue light - I was all for it. Eye Buy Direct , an amazing online retailer...

Spring time is right around the corner (praise hands emoji). I'm usually not so excited for the season, but this year is different. Why? Because, pink. What? Pink... The color? Well, yeah... Not the singer-song writer... The color a.k.a. my new obsession! I've literally been stocking up on everything pink, from accessories, to fashion, to tech, to beauty... literally. Everything. It's such a fun color and springtime is the most appropriate time to break out our pastels! So, I find myself counting down the days until the spring equinox - when I can start to sport my blush pieces. Mixing them with another perfect spring selection, light-washed denim. It's a little preppy, a little retro, and I adore it! Check out a few items I'm loving now. 1. Standard Cloth Denim Jacket, Urban Outfitters , $69 2. Cashmere Crewneck, Brooks Brothers , $468   Sale: $234 3. Pacific Coast Pirouettes, NCLA , $16 4. Signature Leather Card Case, Gucci , $195 5. Skinny ...

I know, I know. Valentine's Day is supposed to be just another Hallmark holidays to benefit the greeting card corporations and flower shops ...or something cynical like that. But, hey, you know what? I say a holiday meant to celebrate love is actually kind of awesome. I think we should embrace it! The world can always use more love! Whether it's a husband/wife, boyfriend/girlfriend, best friend, friend of a friend, a new crush, fellow music lover, fellow fashion lover, lover of all things red (or pink), secret lover, brother, mother, brother from another mother, or a total stranger - here's a list of cute #VDay gift ides for everyone. Jonathan Adler Zig Zag Alpaca Throw , $295 Urbanears Sumpan Earbuds , $29 J. Crew Sam Sunglasses , $118 Fjallraven Kanken Water Resistant Backpack , $75 Marc Jacobs Embossed Card Case , $95 Smythson Little Bit Naughty Wee Notebook , $40 Henri Bendel  Rose Travel Candle , $15 Comme des Garcons x Converse PLAY Hidden H...

I'm so excited to share this brand with you guys. Over the past few weeks it has become one of my new favorite accessory lines. I just think they are so cool and unique. I love them! The company is called JoJo Rings  - and they hand make socially conscious, one-of-a-kind  rings  from 100% recycled keys. Isn't that awesome! Even better, they donate to charity for every  ring  sold and have raised $10K+ for charity so far. Essentially, this brand stands for everything I love: sustainability, Individuality, and social good.  Learn more about JoJo Rings or shop their collection now at  www.jojorings.com