Dappered | New Potentially Mandatory College Courses, Comic Sans, & Ray Donovan is not impressed

[()] --------------------------------------------------------------- [New Potentially Mandatory College Courses, Comic Sans, & Ray Donovan is not impressed] Posted: 03 Feb 2017 03:00 AM PST THAT’S ALL IT TAKES: [Ray Donovan from | The Weekend Dossier on Dappered][(thank you)] THE LITTLE BLUE BOX…is headed to the big game this Sunday. I don’t pretend to know much about marketing and demographics at that level, but I do suspect [this is not the best use] of an advertising budget. Even with their industry’s mark-up. OH C’MON ALREADY: What the heck did we do to deserve [this]? IN SPACE, NO ONE CAN HEAR YOU PURR: So, how come we didn’t learn about [this puss] when we were in school? Because I would guess most of us knew about [this guy] and [this guy]. NASA has helpfully provided a more complete list over [here]. NOT AT ALL CREEPY SCIENCE NEWS OF THE WEEK: [This might totally weird out] so many people. So. Many. But wait, [there’s more]! ONCE UPON A TIME: If you think humans are scary enough these days, [it used to be worse]. Shudders. THIS IS RELEVANT TO MY NEUROSES: [Campfire from | The Weekend Dossier on Dappered][(thank you)] ALWAYS ON THE RUN: [Lenny Kravitz does not like to just sit around]. At all. Also, [this jam is just an all time classic]. I will fight anyone who disagrees (that’s totally a lie). ADVANCEMENTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION: This should probably be a [mandatory course] for all incoming freshmen. Not even kidding. SPEAKING OF ADVANCEMENTS: And still, [people will be writing checks slowly], making sure to record the amount in their ledger, occasionally using a calculator to update the balance, while you just want to buy a six pack of [happiness] and move on. MORE OF THIS PLEASE: Not gonna lie. [I might have teared up a bit.] I suspect [more of this] is happening but we don’t have the opportunity to hear about it. That’s too bad. And if [this] doesn’t seem like some sort of miracle, I’m not sure what would. PAGING CHARLTON HESTON: [Does this mean] we’ll be flinging poop soon? Or, is it enough that we’ve been doing it figuratively for years now. SURFACE TENSION: [Shark from | The Weekend Dossier on Dappered][(thank you)] THE PIPELINE PROBLEM? Whenever you hear of a “insert word here” bubble, it’s probably not a good thing. So [this] caught my attention, not because of the merits of the argument, but for the concept itself. WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG? [This is probably nothing, right?] No need to be concerned? Move along now. MOBILE PWNS: There are some fairly disturbing ideas presented [here]. Much of it rings true and more to the point, it makes one wonder about the possibility of a backlash. Who am I kidding. TOSTITOS TO AMERICA: [Blow me]. THIS IS A NO JUDGEMENT ZONE: I’m just going to leave this [here]. THIS BROKE MY BRAIN: Colors of Scotland. [Scotland from | The Weekend Dossier on Dappered][(thank you)] HEY ALANIS! [Now this is ironic.] Then there’s [this]. WORST. FONT. EVER. This one is for all of you who have worked in [advertising design]. And speaking of nasty things, uh, [really]? Ew. THE SHARING ECONOMY: [This] doesn’t seem to be the best possible future for regular people. THE LOG LADY WOULD BE SO PROUD: Hard not to appreciate the total commitment to form  and function [here]. It seems very Pacific Northwest. I wonder, however, about the provenance of the products name, because Rockit Log? Really? Really. Heh. But back to the point, these look sweet. Then  there’s [this]. And here’s the thing about this, my oldest sister and her pals were all over this kind of art back when flares were double wides and macrame was the law of the land. MON DIEU! Team USA cooked up some serious [culinary cred.] ME, RELEASING ALL MY FUCKS: [Flying Monkeys from | The Weekend Dossier on Dappered][(thank you)] PANIC ROOM VERSION 2.0: I certainly hope they make sure the [feng shui] [stuff all works out and such].  Also, I would probably be fine living in one of those things for the rest of my time on Earth given proper internet access and delivery everything. BABIES AND BOOBIES: I can’t figure out if this is a [good thing or not a good thing]. I suppose it’s a matter of perspective and one’s station in life. THE GREAT TESLA PARKING LOT CRAPTACULAR: In two parts: [the backstory] and [the shenanigans]. TAKING THINGS INTO YOU OWN HANDS: [Hipster DIY semen testing kits.] By the end of the last time I had watched this over a series of, um, times I realized that I was watching a men’s health advitorial.  Best pitch line in the piece: “Without sperm ever touching your phone…” Also, there’s obviously reasons why this exists beyond bragging rights. I can totally see how these kits would be helpful to many people. Editor’s Note: [Me] while watching that video. OR MAYBE DAVID LYNCH? [This is both tragic and horrifying]. In short, it’s a Steven King story brought to life. INCOMING! Tim Johnstone is [Dappered’s music correspondent] as well as our resident gatherer of all things interwebs related. He doesn’t really hate people. [Mostly]. [Lands’ End Clears the Decks, 25% off DSW Boots, & More – The Thurs. Sales Handful] Posted: 02 Feb 2017 07:28 AM PST Sales that deserve some attention heading into the weekend or a bit earlier. Might not be some massive once a year event, but still worth a look. Those are what make up these handfuls. Five of the better sales, one for each finger, are below, plus bonus sales if need be. Included are a few picks worth pointing out. [Lands’ End: Extra 30% off Sale items w/ MORE & 4725] [Land's End] - [Flannel 5-Pockets in Light Grey or Navy – $31.49] ($79) - [Quilted Primaloft Shirt Jacket – $55.99] ($119) - [Tailored Fit, Partially Lined Wool Blend Regatta Blazer – $83.99] ($198) - [100% Cashmere V-Neck (select colors) – $69.99] ($179) - [Tailored Fit Flannel Blackwatch Jacket – $83.99] ($299) 30% off isn’t usually a huge deal at Lands’ End… it’s usually the 40% off or the 50% off one item codes that’ll grab most of our attentions. But this stuff is already heavily reduced, and sizes are seemingly going pretty quick. It’s a true, end of season clearance, so sizes are scattered even at post time. Sizes shown above on the in-person stuff would be a 33×30 on the flannel 5 pockets (love those things), and a 40 regular on the regatta blazer. [DSW: 25% off Boots w/ PHILSDEALS] [DSW] - [Aston Grey Chelseas – $74.96] ($99.95) - [Clark’s Desert Mali Boot – $112.46] ($149.95) - [Aston Grey Wingtip Boot – $82.46] ($109.95) - [Timberland Earthkeepers Side Zip Boot – $119.96] ($159.95) Pretty sure you have to be a member of their email list to use their codes, but it’s a quick and easy sign up and they don’t bombard your inbox. Now… I don’t know when those Aston Grey chelseas came out, but there’s now a pair on the way for a review. Aston Grey has always been a solid, go-to, very inexpensive shoe brand that in the past has held up quite well. Fingers are crossed that these do the same. [GILT: Todd Snyder White Label Event + Extra 30% off (max $75) w/ THIRTY] [Todd Snyder at GILT] - [Silk/Wool Windowpane Sportcoat – $174.30] ($495) - [Light Grey Wool Check Sportcoat – $174.30] ($495) - [Linen Windowpane Sportcoat – $174.30] ($495) - [Wool Microcheck Sportcoat – $174.30] ($495) - [Wool Grid Suit – $274] ($595) - [Wool Windowpane Suit – $274] ($395) Haven’t mentioned Gilt in a while, but ever since they changed their return policy (after being bought by Saks) and started to offer a few extra discount codes, then they’ve been worth keeping an eye on. For example, they’re running a Todd Snyder event right now, and those suits & sportcoats, if not made in the US, should be made in Canada. [They’re returnable too for a refund] (less a kinda steep $9.50 return label fee) which didn’t used to be the case, pre-sale to Saks. You should be able to use that code THIRTY too. Thing is, they’ve capped the discount at a max of $75 off. [Allen Edmonds: 25% off full price for Active Military, 1st Responders, & Students] [AE discount] I thought Allen Edmonds has been doing Student/Military/First Responder discounts for a while… but I didn’t know they were to the level of 25% off full priced merchandise? I thought it was more like 10% – 15%. Anyway, to the military and first responders who read Dappered, thanks a million for putting it on the line for those of us in regular civilian life. For the students? Hit the books and open your minds to critical thinking and the pursuit of ideas. Dumb is frustrating (I have experience) and often sad. And even dangerous. So use that thing that sits on top of your neck for something other than a place to put hats and sunglasses. [NOW GET OFF MY LAWN]. Oh, and for students, [here’s AE’s long running shoes/belts/shoe trees promo]. And seriously. Get off my damn lawn.* [J. Crew: 30% off Sale Items w/ SHOPNOW] [J. Crew] - [Crosby Fit Suit Jacket] + [Pant in Glen Plaid American Wool – $342.98] ($650) - [Ludlow Fit Suit Jacket] + [Pant in Glen Plaid Italian Wool – $342.98] ($650) - [Slim Softspun Contrast Cardigan Sweater – $69.99] ($128) - [Cotton Mariner Cable Cardigan – $69.99] ($128) - [Lambswool Jacquard Shawl-Collar Sweater – $55.99] ($98) - [Crosby] or [Ludlow Fit Italian Cotton Sportcoat in Caspian Blue – $182.40] ($228) - [“Syd” Sunglasses – $94.40] ($118) - [Abingdon Travel Kit – $46.40] ($58) Not a ton of new additions to the sale section, but a half-canvas suit for around $350 is certainly worth a mention. Big thanks to Jerry F. for the tip on those suits. Do note that [there are Ludlow versions] of that grey/cobalt glenplaid suit, but [the matching, ludlow fit pants] are all but sold out. Big fan of that particular color/pattern combo. Seen it in person. It’s a plaid, but it’s subtle. Can’t necessarily say the same for the grey Ludlow glen plaid option? Haven’t seen those in person though. Those might be a little higher contrast/louder. UPDATE: Looks like they’re doing a limited, 20% off select full priced items + free shipping with the same code, SHOPNOW, through today (2/2). Extra picks have been added above. Also worth a mention: - [J. Crew Factory]: They’ve debuted a bunch of new spring arrivals. - [Suitsupply]: Speaking of new arrivals, you can now [pre-order their spring collection]. - [Brooks Brothers]: 60% off [select outerwear]. - [GAP]: 40% off w/ GROUNDHOG - [J. Press]: Their Final Sale section has quite a few things worth noting in it right now. Up to 70% off, but again, Final sale, so no returns. Thanks to reader Brian for the tip! *I don’t actually have a lawn. Not one blade of grass to my name. You are subscribed to email updates from [Dappered Style Mail]. To stop receiving these emails, you may [unsubscribe now]. 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