On the heels of a half-baked rebranding effort, American Eagle remains an unwise purchase for anyone over the age of 16. That’s the big takeaway from Times “Critical Shopper” Jon Caramanica’s visit to AE’s Times Square tourist trap.

Uniformity — If perhaps by another name, it’s the driving force behind men’s wear. As The Times‘ Bill Cunningham said recently: “Men … are really stubborn … They have their imagery, and that’s it!” And that’s the way we like it! From time to time, though, I do wonder why that’s so, and whether such… Read more »

Beyond The Rack – X Editors’ Closet – Android watches Gilt Man – Mark by Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Mammut, Cloudveil (pictured), Buckler, Spy Goggle, Icebug footwear, Link Up, Faconnable Haute Look – Swiss watches Ideeli – X Reverse (pass: Reverse) – X Row Nine – X Rue La La – James Jeans The Top… Read more »

Figure you’ll want to plan ahead for this one. Saturday through Thursday, 2/6-2/11, watch mecca Tourneau will be taking 50-70% off tons of new and resale watches. At least on Saturday, expect serious crowds, and plenty of jewelry for Valentine’s Day. Soiffer Haskin – Tourneau Sale – 317 W 33rd St between 8th & 9th… Read more »

Beyond The Rack – X Editors’ Closet – Cole Haan sunglasses Gilt Man – Cloudveil, Buckler, Spy Goggle, Icebug footwear, Link Up, Faconnable, Duncan Quinn (pictured), Park & Ronan Haute Look – Swiss watches, William Rast Ideeli – X Reverse (pass: Reverse) – X Row Nine – X Rue La La – Victorinox The Top… Read more »