The year I lost 50 pounds (2021) was one of the proudest years of my life. Also one of the most inconvenient, it turned out, because I had to replace my entire wardrobe. Yes, all new pants, shirts, ...

Backpacks don’t have to be only about function; why not choose one that hits all the right form notes, too? Oh, sure, a synthetic or waxed canvas bag will endure hikes, hunts, fishing trips, and ...

Versatility and utility are two crucial components of any wardrobe filled with men’s clothing essentials, as we love to talk about at WERD. After all, it’s not as much fun to get dressed (and yes, it ...

For most of us, socks are just an ordinary part of life. When you get dressed in the morning, they’re one of the last things you put on before heading out the door. But they’re not just the final ...

All hard-working men need hard-wearing work pants capable of keeping up with their day’s labors. Jeans are my go-to pants—they’re tough, versatile, and, best of all, grow more comfortable with every ...

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over 10 years as a fantasy and sci-fi author, it’s that I always need a way to take notes wherever I go. I’ve gotten inspiration for ideas for my novels in the middle ...

Here at WERD, we’re of the mind that there’s hardly a time to cut corners getting dressed – even when you think things might be at their most casual. Sweatpants are a nice way of standing up to the ...

Your checklist of winter style essentials should almost be like a way to fight back against seasonal cold. You watch news reports from afar about intense winter storms, so why not gear up accordingly ...

In a world where our daily grind can feel so tiresome and the constant flood of news can feel grim, I can think of no book genre I, and all of us, need more than fantasy. Fantasy provides us with an ...

Andrew is a kayaker, paddleboarder, runner, weightlifter, former martial artist, DIY handyman/home improvement nut, tech geek, headphone-addict, and lover of comic books, movies, and TV shows. He's ...

Beau is a Brooklyn-based men’s style and lifestyle writer. His work has appeared online at a range of prominent sites, including Esquire, and he also covers menswear, watches, whiskey, craft beer and ...

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