Knee high boots are perfect for keeping your legs and feet warm and dry in autumn, winter and spring. And they are a high-fashion item again this year, so even though you may have been wearing ankle-boots recently, there’s plenty of room in your wardrobe for flattering, sexy knee-high boots! And knee boots can be worn with just about everything […]
Wellington Boots (also known as “gumboots”, “wellies”, “wellingtons”, “rainboots”) got their name in honor of Arthur Wellesley, who was the first Duke of Wellington. It was he who instructed the shoemaker to remake army over-the-knee boots of the 18th century into civilian shoes. Initially, these modified boots were made of leather, and only at the end of the 19th century, […]
If you’re headed to a formal event that calls for a strict dress code, you’ve landed in the right spot. Cocktail attire, semi-formal, white tie—ring any bells? While all the aforementioned dress codes read “fancy,” what’s really the difference between them all? Are there strict rules? If so, what are they? Well, today, we’re here to take a deep dive into one dress […]
The best time of the year is upon us: ahem, boot season. With it comes the prospect of trying something new, whether you’re test-driving a trend or giving your new designer boots a spin around the block. Fall is the perfect time to reboot your wardrobe (quite literally). And while there are so many ways to freshen up your wardrobe, […]
Like aviator shades and shearling jackets, the best pilot’s watches for men are classics that trace their lineage directly back to the cockpit. The original 1904 Cartier Santos is considered by many to be the first example of the genre, but the look of the pilot’s watch as we know it today was popularized in the ‘40s by brands like […]
If you’re looking for the best Labor Day sale on clothes, well, you’ve come to the right place. Yes, Labor Day weekend is the last yawning gasp of summertime revelry; a chance to carouse in the sunshine, (safely) surrounded by your closest family and friends, and give one final toast to the season. But it’s also an opportunity to stay […]
Skinny, straight-leg, dark-wash, wide-leg, baggy, flared—the options are endless when it comes to jeans. But there’s one thing I think everyone can agree on: No one wants to pay full price when there are deals to be had. And that’s where Bloomingdale’s comes in. The retailer is offering 40% off an excellent selection of designer jeans, so I decided to […]
Photo: @elizhacolquitt This week’s Fashion Bomber highlight goes to the sleek yet captivating style of Elizha Jamauhl. Jamauhl is a digital content creator, model, and advocate for wearing what you feel. Consider his Instagram page a thorough lesson in colorful minimalism. Photo: @elizhacolquitt While dopamine dressing is on the rise, this Bomber takes a different approach to the […]
Ah, August. Summer photo dumps flooded Instagram feeds, back-to-school shoppers overcrowded Targets, and #Bamarush trended away on TikTok. Meanwhile, according to our anonymous shopping data, Refinery29 readers felt the fall vibes, too. Shoppers mourned the inevitable end of summer fun with executive office chairs, chunky loafers, serums to replenish sun-soaked skin, and all kinds of autumn essentials.
The best white sneakers for men are more than a mere wardrobe staple—they’re the base of the menswear food pyramid, the pair of shoes you’ll likely reach for more than any other in your closet. Which explains why there are a mind-boggling amount of white sneakers available, from all-time classics to wild-style flexes, upscale designer models to affordable upstart brands. […]