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Accessories we like — Dowling Brothers bracelets

I’m not quite sure when the fashion gods decreed that guys should start wearing six or seven things on each wrist at one time. But if that’s the way the trend is going at least we’ve found a place where you can load up on wrist swag without busting your budget. Namely, Dowling Bros.com.

Based out of Knoxville, Tennessee and proudly made in the USA, Dowling Brothers has a wide selection of cotton, paracord and leather bracelets at ridiculously low prices. So if you can resist the temptation to buy one flashy Hermes or John Hardy bracelet, however admittedly special those pieces might be, you can load up on a veritable smorgasbord of casual, fun accessories to add panache to your wardrobe.

Often featuring nautical-themed sterling silver, brass and gold plated fishhook and anchor hardware, Dowling Bothers bracelets are well crafted without being heavy or fussy. You can layer them or wear them simply solo. And with a variety of colors, finishes and materials you can find a bracelet that will fit your every mood and fashion whim. Heck, with with the rather remarkably reasonable prices they ask, you could pick a different Dowling Brothers bracelet for every shirt in your closet and still have change leftover for a few of their retro knit ties!

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Guy Style–Lift your lid

Man cannot live by baseball caps alone (god forbid). That’s why the sophisticated gent knows that a well-selected hat can spice up a fellow’s wardrobe from the top down. Take some of these classics from Bailey, which can help you look stylin’ without breaking the bank:

Bailey Darron

Bailey Darron

Bailey Silko

Bailey Silko

Bailey Wynn

Bailey Wynn

The venerable Goorin Bros. also has a wide range of sporty and handsome chapeaus for the modern gentleman:

Goorin Edison Gold

Goorin Edison Gold

Goorin Dark Forest

Goorin Dark Forest

Goorin Blues

Goorin Blues

If you’re really serious about your headgear, you can splurge for a classic high end brand like a Borsalino. But I find Bailey and Goorin Bros. cover similar styles as that admittedly great brand while still leaving some drinking money in your pocket. Plus a good hat is a bit like a potato chip: bet you can’t buy just one. A hat will change the way your entire outfit appears and having several in the repertoire is a fine idea for maximum versatility. And with the cooler weather coming along, it’s a natural time to debut your new lids while keeping your melon warm.

The best place I’ve seen for Bailey on the Web is San Diego’s Village Hat Shop, which has a great selection and free delivery for orders over $75 clams. (For whatever reason, you can only shop Bailey’s current seasonal collection at their own site and not their full range–odd and none too clever.) In contrast, Goorin Bros.’ site is excellent and all you need to buy one of their products: you can shop it direct and there is a ton of stuff to browse, both old & new. Or you can visit one of Goorin’s many shops across North America and try them on in person.

Either way, pick a lid that suits your own inimitable style and soon when folks see you comin’ they’ll be saying: Hats off to ya, you stylish devil!

Humphrey Bogart