Here’s some terrific news to close out the week. GQ just named Billy Reid the winner of its 2010 “Best New Menswear Designers in America” competition! Not that we were rooting against any of the nominees, but Reid’s refined yet down-home aesthetic is filling a potentially fatal void in the heart of menswear. It’s as… Read more »

Through next Tuesday, 2/16, Patagonia is taking up to 50% off tons of apparel, shoes, luggage, and bags — in stores and online. Patagonia – 426 Columbus Ave between 80th & 81st – 212-441-0011 – MapPatagonia – 101 Wooster St between Spring & Prince – 212-343-1776 – Map

Beyond The Rack – Carrera sunglasses Editors’ Closet – X Gilt Man – 90% OFF F/W SALE, Adam Kimmel (pictured), Luciano Barbera, Arnold Zimberg, Fillipa K Haute Look – Baume & Mercer watches Ideeli – X Reverse (pass: Reverse) – X Row Nine – Bosca leather accessories Rue La La – Stitch’s The Top Secret… Read more »

Beyond its endlessly innovative presentations, Valet. Magazine has a great nose for smart purchases. Its latest find is this remade vintage military helmet bag for just $76 from the Mohawk General Store. It might not be appropriate for legal documents, but this otherwise versatile companion perfectly balances style, strength, and common-sense.

Through Sunday, 2/14, get to the Ted Baker sample sale for up to 80% off F/W stock. We’re talking $50 shirts, $60 trousers, select jackets for $115, … Ted Baker – 107 Grand St at Mercer – 212-343-8989 – Map