Man Map
I got some gentle nudging that my (small but mighty) male viewership were being a little neglected. So this week in honor of my anniversary, my husband helped me put together this mind map - because life’s about give and take right? He owns most everything on this map, except the grill, which I expect he’s going to buy imminently “to support me”. Here’s to you, men, we love you!
Sheep Sweater in Wool White - I love this company so much. Carbon negative, environmentally driven, and that little tag on the bottom is a QR code that you can scan to see which sheep the wool came from to make your sweater. Did I mention they are the best quality sweaters either of us own?
Gregory’s favorite jeans
Striped linen SSBD (short sleeved button down)
Dock shorts - perfect for summer
Craft beer needlepoint belt. More sizes here.
Hexagonal sunglasses - I LOVE these
Every man needs a velvet smoking jacket and tux pants
UFO embroidered tux slippers - maybe my favorite thing on the map this week
Mixed animal dress studs - want something more subtle? Try the pangolins
Blue cotton blend shorts at just the right length
Statement socks from the statement stock OG. More here.
Gregory’s forever favorite sunglasses
Belgian loafers (these are the denim, but for your first pair get lizard Mr. Casuals)
Seersucker jacket - on sale no less!
Gregory’s favorite khakis (he has these pants in all colors!)
Spinning globe cufflinks for the world traveler
Nice tie - good ties are really important but can be really expensive. This is a good resource for ties at a discount (just have to sign up) - so this tie is just sort of a placeholder. I picked it bc it’s a “Queen Bee” design.
Dos Carolinas Guayabera - a Mexican wedding shirt that’s perfect for dressy casual affairs.
Chinos at a verrrrry good price
Camo needlepoint loafers - wear with khakis for cocktails.
The BEST t-shirts EVER - buy in bulk!!!! Nice weight, very well made and a great price.
Great shorts in lots of good colors at another very good price.
Kilim slippers/ loafers - please peruse the whole site there are a TON of really great ones. It was hard to choose one pair to include!
Clear frame/ blue lens sunglasses - tres chic and suit almost every face shape
The cashmere hoodie Gregory lives in
Very good looking joggers. These are nice enough looking that you could wear them around to the store etc. - male “athleisure” coming in hot!
Sneaky “Naked Lady” billfold wallet - v subtle and v good
The planner Gregory swears by year in year out - monogram it ;)
and his favorite pen to write in it with
Coffee grinder, our forever favorite beans, and the best French press in the biz
Keep your coffee hot in this self-heating mug
Athletic eyewear - think tennis, golf, pickle ball - the works!
WHOOP Band - the most advanced activity tracker
Massage gun for working out knots and sore muscles - or try this vibrating ball for tough to reach spots on your back - or better yet - this foam roller.
Barefoot shoes - these sneakers replicate what it would be like to be barefoot which benefits posture, foot health and even helps correct bunions etc.
Pro-Rite - psoas muscle release tool that relieves lower back tension
Crystal - yet dishwasher safe - Art Deco style double old fashioned glasses
Ice ball maker. Another here. Great for whiskey or scotch.
Blanton’s bourbon - Gregory’s favorite
GREAT looking cocktail shaker
The best carving set
Lovely leather backgammon set
This crazy weird but suuuuuper fun game called “Beersbee” (beer x frisbee) - definitely a summertime special.
Several of Gregory’s favorite books:
- Born To Run about a hidden tribe with a running super talent
- The Dark Tower series by Stephen King - start with the first book - or buy the whole series.
A smattering of my favorite swimsuits. It is so important for guys to wear good swimsuits - a crummy one is immediately obvious! While these seem somewhat dear for suits I promise you they will last a very long time:
- Blue abstract 70s print swim shorts
- Black chameleon swim shorts - I love the subtle humor.
- Plain yellow swim trunks. Like the yellow but want a little pattern? Try these turtles.
- 1980s retro print swim trunks - these are my favorite I think.