When by Daniel Pink Review

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This week's theme is books. More specifically books that are either well-written, insightful, or somewhat perception-shifting. We start out with an insightful book called "When" by Daniel H. Pink. "When" goes through the importance and effects of planning your day, incentivizing breaks, and synchronization. This book is for anyone trying to better plan out their days to be more productive and take advantage of our more natural rhythm. If you are in charge of your own day, your own schedule, or a team, then this book is worth the read.

Available on betterworldbooks.com for $24

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Yeti Rambler 20 oz Tumbler Review

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When it comes to keeping your drinks both cold and hot for long periods of time, few brands do it as well as Yeti. Made with stainless steel, and designed with dual-wall vacuum insulation these are built to last. Plus, the Yeti name itself has turned into a bit of a status symbol among hunters, fishers, and brand gatherers, so show off that label and enjoy that freshly made matcha tea, coffee, or ice cold water as you galavant about your day.

 Available on Yeti.com for $30

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Matcha Green Tea Set Review

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If you haven't experienced matcha tea yet, I highly suggest you go to your closest 3rd-wave coffee shop and see if they have any available. Matcha is a Japanese powered green tea made from early harvest (baby) tea leaves. It has a ton of antioxidants and is supposedly really good for you. Not only that, matcha, and the steps involved in making it, is more of a ceremony than simply a process. The whisking motion, done with intention and focus, is designed to promote tranquility and stillness within the whisker, which we could all use a bit more of these days. Outside of the more wu-wu elements matcha tastes great and a matcha latte with almond or coconut milk is down right delicious. So after you try it at a shop, grab a kit that makes the experience more personal, and much cheaper in the long run.

Available on uncommongoods.com for $45

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ePEBO by BODUM Vacuum Coffee Maker Review

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If you are a coffee guru or like weird interesting gadgets, then this is the drink-maker for you. The ePEBO coffee maker is a vacuum brewer, meaning it uses a syphoning-style system that is calibrated to brew your coffee at just the right temperature for the right amount of time, every time. This ePEBO, as compared to its cheaper brother the PEBO has a built in heat source you can plug in, meaning you don't have to sit the apparatus on your stove or hot plate in order for it to work. While there are faster and more methodical methods to home coffee brewing, this one is by far the most interesting to watch. This is the coffee maker for the weekends you have guests, or the brewer you break out after a home made 3 course dinner party. COlor your hipster guests impressed, with this sweet-looking, great tasting, vacuum coffee maker.

Available on Bodum.com for $200

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Pintado Cordial Glasses Review

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If you are going to put forth a decent amount of effort making your cocktails taste delicious, you might as well serve them in a way that makes them look just as good as they taste. These cordial classes are perfect for those who enjoy the chemistry of cocktails, and appreciate an elevated presentation of our world's simple pleasures. Cordial glasses are traditionally for smaller, typically spirit forward drinks, but can be used for champaign (shout out to Leo as Gatsby) and other more elegant beverages. Break these out to really impress your guests and show them you are a man of culture and experience.

Available on wayfair.com for $20

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RBT by Rabbit Drink Shaker Review

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This week's theme: Drink on Drinks. Everything drink, drink making, and consuming on the goods. To kick things off, an interesting shaker for your more adult beverage creating. This RBT by Rabbit shaker has a cool brass and black color design that is simple, modern, and mildly bad ass so displaying it as a statement piece on your is an option. Color scheme aside, what sets this shaker apart from others is the integrated juicer in the lid, allowing you to introduce fresh juice into your drinks without having to prepress, or institute the fork and squeeze method, which normally ends in you fishing out seeds.

Available on bedbathandbeyond.com for $50

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Wurkin Stiffs Tie Bar

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As the guys at Wurkin Stiffs say, tie bars are like the collar stays for ties, and they're right. Tie bars are an easy way to add details to your more formal or business casual outfits, making it look like you got dressed on purpose. A tie bar is male jewelry that is easy to rock, and in a brushed silver like this one, it's hard not to match with what ever colors you are wearing. That being said, match your metals whenever possible (belt buckles, watches, cufflinks, etc.) to make sure you are looking extra fresh.

Available on wurkinstiffs.com for $20

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Daniel Wellington Bristol 36mm Watch

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DW has made a name for themselves in the watch world for championing the minimalistic, affordable, clean watch. These watches may not be the highest quality, handmade by 100 year old Swiss watch makers, but damnit they work, and look great doing it. This simple face is bold yet doesn't distract from the wearer's outfit in the way that a fresh pair of white shoes would. The thin profile is great for those prone to knocking their wrists into walls, counters, and doors, and the leather strap will last at least 3 years if taken care of. This watch is one of those simple details that make a large impact when put with the right outfit.

Available on danielwellington.com for $199

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Dango Products D01 Dapper Wallet

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Looking for a wallet that is just a little more than a card and cash holder, but don't want any extra bulk? This dapper wallet by Dango products is simple, slim, and is designed with a built-in bottle opener, key ring attachment, and belly band for your random wallet additions (receipts, tickets, business cards, etc) while providing an anti-slip element, keeping your wallet in your pocket. the metal frame keeps your card protected and the bottom cutout allows you to easily access everything in it, so you no long have to do the "pinch and wiggle" to get to your amex or ID at the bar.

Available on CHANGE.com for $89

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Everyman Co. Grafton Pen

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This week, we are going with lifestyle accessories. The first one on the list, the flagship product of a newly-found favorite lifestyle accessory company of ours. The Grafton Pen by Everyman Co. This perfectly weighted, extremely versatile pen is our new everyday (no pun intended) go-to. Not only does it look like it costs 4 times it's price point, it takes a variety of ink refill cartridge including Bic, Uniball, and Monteverde making it easy to find a refill in a pinch. The aluminum body and bolted on clip means it's built to last, and the oddly satisfying clicking mechanism provides a satiating movement and sound for fellow fidgetters. It's weird to feel this stoked about a pen, but its minimalistic design and ability to "just work" fits the looking good on-the-go very nicely.

Available on everyman.co for $35

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The Yacht Cap

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If you are going to invest in the party captain title, then don't skimp on the crown you must adorn during your party voyage. This Yacht cap is the real deal, and will pull together a well-curated party boat outfit. Bring the party, the drinks, a great attitude, and you can't forget the hat.

Available on hatsinthebelfry.com for $24

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Sun Bum Mineral Based SPF 30 Sunscreen

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Protecting yourself from the sun is import, but so is protecting our world's coral, and reefs. This new sunscreen from sun bum provides 30 SPF protection using ingredients that won't hurt our oceans' wildlife. So if gainers off the starboard side is your thing, make sure you are using sunscreen that protects more than your skin.

Available on Tillys.com for $18

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Everlane Off White and Navy Striped T

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If you are in more the relax, sit, have a beer, and try not to get sea sick kind of boater. Then an off white and navy blue t-shirt is all you need to look right at home trying to figure out which the the bow and which it the stern. Add a cheap captains hat and you are in the perfect outfit to steer the party to your liking. We suggest you get two of these, one for the boat and the sun, and one for the beach bar, letting one get perfectly sun-faded and keeping the other nice and crisp.

Available on Everlane.com for $20

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Bonobos Summer Weight Chinos in French Navy

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You're the captain now, especially when you wear the pants on the boat. If drinking is the name of your game, these are great wing men. The color is perfect, French Navy, it's naval, it's high class (French), and it perfect for a little twilight excursion with your friends. All you need is a captains hat, a cold beverage, some friends, and you are golden during your golden hour adventure. Just don't drink and drive because that illegal, and unsafe.

Available on Bonobos.com for $98

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Boden Long Sleeve Waffle Raglan Tee

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This week's theme is all about the boat. If you happen to have a boat or know someone who has one, first of all, reach out to us on the contact us page because we want to come party, secondly, you need have the right boat wear to make sure you not only act privileged, but look it. This waffled long sleeve from Boden is perfect for the cool days, or as a cover up after your long day in the sun. If you are in need of sleeves and want to look like you belong on the bow, this is the top for you.

Available on Bodenusa.com for $55

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Knockaround Black on Black Sunglasses

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Adventuring is tough stuff, so there is no point in splurging on expensive sunnies that are likely to get scratched, broken or lost. These Knockarounds are made for just that, being knocked around. Simple polardized sunglasses that cost $20. Meaning you can throw 'em off your face whenever the moment calls for it without feeling the need to carefully put them in a case to make sure nothing happens to them. This is important because as we have all found out in our past, adventure waits for no accessory.

Available on Knockaround.com for $20

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Orvis All-Linen Button-Down

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The summer heat can be brutal, and light weight shirts made of linen are the key to staying cool. This all linen shirt from Orvis is made to keep you cool and dry during your treks through the woods or city, on those gruelingly long and hot days. This shirt has a straight cut at the bottom meaning you don't have to tuck it in, and will have a looser fit to give you more room to breathe.

Available on Orvis.com for $59

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L.L. Bean Alpine Waterproof Hiking Boots

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Adventuring can take many forms, if your adventuring this summer takes you to the trails, make sure your feet are well supported. These Alpine hiking boots are perfect for the days you want to go hiking and end the day at a pub to wash it all down with a drink. These are designed to be waterproof, give you traction, and not look like a Dad on a walkabout. These have a more elevated aesthetic compared to your typical L.L.Bean hiking boot, making them more of a crossover boot should you need some traction during your more social adventures.

Available on LLBean.com for $139

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United By Blue Quilted Bison Blanket

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Summer is a great time to camp, picnic, and adventure outdoors, and if you are doing those things outside, and at night, chances are you will need a blanket that is built to do it all. This bison hair quilted blanket from United By Blue is dual sided, with nylon on one side and flannel on the other, making it perfect for sitting on (for a picnic or fireworks) or snuggling under (during a camping trip). It also has a built in pocket to hold your phone, flashlight, or a midnight snack. So when you're packing the car, make sure you toss in something to keep you warm for the cool summer nights, and those impending chilly Fall camp fire hangouts.

Available on unitedbyblue.com for $148

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Mystery Ranch Urban Assault Back Pack

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This week's theme: Adventure. To kick things off for the adventure week, we are giving you the vehicle you can use to carry everything you need on said adventuring. This 21L backpack from Mystery Ranch is a little different than other backpacks. The 3-zipper design gives you top-down access to your items like any other bag, but can also provide front access, allowing you to easily reach anything on the bottom of your bag, like if you shoved your swim trunks on the bottom and the river comes calling sooner than you expected. It has a laptop pocket that fits up to a 15" laptop, and 2 mesh interior pockets for your smaller items. The 21L size is perfect for a 2-3 day trek, and the minimalistic exterior makes sure you don't catch it on anything in the subway, or on the trail. 

Available on CHANGE.com for $139

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