I am pretty picky when it comes to undies. They are my first line of defense and have the ability to make me very uncomfortable, very quickly. The Polarmax AYG XTRDRY cotton bikini breif and boy shorts won my approval in this test. The Polarmax AYG (All Year Gear) XTRDRY Cotton bikini brief and boy [...]
I should confess, I have a thing with bags. I love them. This means I am fairly discerning, and the Haiku To-Go Bag did not disappoint. First, the color and design are beautifully unique. They are subtle, but just significant enough to attract the eye. With dimensions of 10”h x 11”w x 4”d, the size [...]
Buff is the purveyor of versatile headwear that is a multi-functional, stylish, unisex alternative to traditional hats for sun protection and warmth. Now Buff is venturing outside their headwear box, and has developed an infinity scarf (Infinity Lyocell Buff) for 2012, that functions much in the same way traditional Buff headwear has been used. [...]
If you are planning an upcoming trip, you should check out some of the latest products from Lole, including the Passage Pants and Theory Top. The Passage Pants have quickly become a key player in my wardrobe due to their versatility and comfort. The Passage Pants can be worn for many days in a row [...]
Rugged enough to kick up some trail dust, but clean enough to wear out to your local watering hole… Horny Toad’s attention to detail is fairly legendary. They’ve been around the outdoor scene for quite some time, and have gained recognition as a company that puts out rugged, long lasting clothing – all without sacrificing [...]
The Penumbra Dress by Horny Toad is another top performer in the casual and travel category for fall and winter. The Penumbra is available in ginger, shark, and walnut. I’ve been testing out the dress in shark and for starters, I am not totally convinced that the dress is gray. It almost looks blue when [...]
Traveling this fall has been made easier thanks to the Nadia dress by prAna. The Nadia dress is ready for just about any occasion within a few minutes of pulling it from your pack-carry-on or suitcase. The Nadia achieves this simplistic style thanks to a perfect balance of rayon made from bamboo, organic cotton, and [...]
Horny Toad’s Chekov Pant offer a versatile cotton twill pant that one can get by with wearing at the office or easily pair with a t-shirt for more casual affairs. These cotton twill pants feature a 50/50 mix of your run of the mill cotton and organic cotton. The combo allows you to feel a tad better [...]
Sperry Top-Sider’s! Let me guess, you are thinking of the classic 2 Eye Boat Shoe that your parents (and maybe you) had when you were a kid. These days, Sperry Top-Sider is offering more than their classic boat shoes and are making a splash in the casual, dress, boots, sandals, performance shoe lines. The shoe [...]
prAna asks the question, can a t-shirt initiate global change? It seems that the answer is yes! prAna is one of five companies in the USA that have produced a Fair Trade Certified garment. The Soul T, featured above and aptly named has done some serious traveling by the time it enters your closet. The [...]
You expect superior quality and cutting edge technology when you think of Mountain Hardwear products. So you are probably confused to read that this review is of a dress, yes a dress! Not only any dress, the Loess dress which is ready to handle just about any occasion: and look great right out of your [...]
If you are in need of a new look or want to add a little style to your closet, no need to worry as prAna can take care of you with the Diamond Back SS. The Diamond Back SS is part of prAna’s short sleeve line that is new for this spring and it has [...]
Since I received the prAna Milo SS a couple months ago, I think I have worn it almost every week! This has quickly become one of my favorite new plaid button up short sleeve shirts. Between the color palette and the patterns used, this shirt will even make the caveman from the Geico commercials look [...]
Whether worn leggings, jeans, running tights or with boots and knee socks, the drop waist and shawl collar of the Evolt tunic is fun and figure flattering. An Eclon nylon, polyester and elastane knit fabric (Lole calls it their Travel Knit) resists wrinkling, even when rolled and stuffed in a duffel bag, stretches where you [...]
With sweater season getting into full swing as temperatures drop, it’s time to pull your sweater bin out of storage or head to the store to pick out the latest and greatest. If you are in the second category, the Horny Toad El Camino Sweater should be on the list of sweaters to check out. [...]
Looking for a new pair of pants that not only gives you that outdoor look, but also perform to your outdoor lifestyle standards? I’ve been testing out the Patagonia Retro Grade Pant for the past few months and have been super happy with them so far. I’ve used them for traveling, camping, hiking, and general [...]
The Vona Cardigan by ExOfficio is a super soft sweater that not only keeps you warm, but doesn’t make you feel extremely guilty while doing so. Yes, the Vona is a green product: the fabric is a combination of wool, nylon, and soybeans (15%). The Vona’s fabric blend is super soft and cozy like typical [...]
The Pixies by Horny Toad have been a go to pant for days at my other job, the one where I can’t wear athletic clothing all day. The Pixies are a stand out pant because of they are extremely comfortable and have a great tailored fit. The pants sit at the hips and are straight [...]
It’s becoming time for sweater season, one of my most favorite seasons! Sweater season to me means that the leaves are starting to change, the temperature is starting to fall, and snow is on its way(at least for some people). After noticing that Exofficio came out with some new sweaters with Primaloft, I had the [...]
Whether you’re looking for a pair of pants you can wear to the office (casual dress code) or a pair of pants you can wear around the campfire, the Mountain Khakis Teton Twill Pants are a great option. I’ve been testing these pants out for quite a while now and they are one of our [...]
Finding a good pair of jeans that fit well and don’t cost $150 is not always the easiest task. Add finding a pair of jeans that perform on a technical level for us outdoorsy types, and it’s darn near impossible. Last year I tested out the prAna Axiom Jeans and absolutely loved the fit, look, [...]
If you haven’t been out to the stores yet this season, I have news for you, flannels are back! As I love to stay up with the trends, I’m finding the Patagonia Reversible Flannel Jacket to be one of my favorite pieces of the season. Although I’m not using it for trail running, skiing, hiking, [...]
Ever wish you could have a dress as breathable and airy as an ultra light tech tee? Fortunately, your wishes have been answered by GoLite. New for this summer, GoLite released the sporty-yet fashionable Cayambe Reversible Travel Dress. The Cayambe weighs a mere 6.3 ounces and is constructed from GoLite’s DryMove Light fabric which is [...]
