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In Case You Haven’t Discovered Pinterest

by Caleb on October 21, 2011

Pinterest Pinboards

Pinterest is what all the cool kids are doing these days. No, seriously. I’ve been using it for a few months now, and am very addicted.

The concept is pretty simple. You find a photo or video of something online that you find inspiring. You pin it. Done.

You can choose your “pinboards” (categories, basically) and you can follow other people’s pins and pinboards. It’s great for discovery and inspiration. In that sense, I’d compare it to Tumblr, which I’ve used for years. But it also works well for planning. Believe me – I’ve had to un-follow many a wedding-themed pinboard recently.

If you check it out, feel free to give me a follow. And of course, let me know what you think in the comments.

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DiBi | Skinny Ties for a Cause

August 5, 2011
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While recently perusing through Isle of Man, one of my favorite stores in Chicago, I happened upon a collection of chambray skinny ties that caught my eye. Not only were these ties stylish, but the sign next to them said they benefited the DiBi Foundation. Seeing as how I tend to like products for a cause, [...]

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This Weekend: Dose Market Combines Food & Fashion

June 3, 2011
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Enough said. Check out the Dose Market website for more info.

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This Saturday: The Vintage Bazaar

May 11, 2011
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I’m very excited to be finally stopping by The Vintage Bazaar here in Chicago this weekend. I’ve wanted to go for a while, as I’ve heard nothing but good things. Curated by the uber smart duo of Katherine Raz and Libby Alexander, this “modern pop-up flea” will have all kinds of vintage goodies. In their [...]

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J. Crew Men’s Shop & UrbanDaddy Coming to Chicago

May 6, 2011
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Very excited to stop by this event, for a few reasons, not the least of which is that they’re serving single malt Scotch, or the fact that attendees get 15% merchandise. Anyone else going to join? Let me know below, or hit me up on Twitter the day of.

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Spex Club | Hipster Frames at Non-Hipster Prices

February 28, 2011
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I’ve been a big fan of Moscot frames for a while now. But for those who are looking for Moscot-style frames at prices that are more affordable for, well, normal people, Spex Club offers a very nice alternative.

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Material Mondays | (Somewhat) For the Kiddies

November 8, 2010
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I know this shelf from Finnish design firm Kayiwa isn’t in the least bit functional. But come on – you’ve got to admit that it’s pretty cool. Especially for typography nerds. But before you go thinking you’ll run out and get one, I feel obligated to let you know that one of these babies will [...]

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Material Mondays | Bundle Up Edition

November 1, 2010
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That’s right. It’s getting colder, which means you need the right stuff to sustain you. Especially if you live in Chicago, like I do. Like this gray cashmere Howard Yount Flannel V-Neck. Elbow patches FTW.

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Material Mondays | iPhone Style, Etc.

October 18, 2010
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So half of what I found this week is dedicated to the iPhone. If you’re not an iPhone user, I apologize. Since I am one, I tend to gravitate towards iPhone related stuff. Like these iPhone gloves by Dots. Being able to use my phone without having to take off my gloves is fantastic in Chicago [...]

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Material Mondays | Of Leather & Wood

October 4, 2010
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This week’s Material Monday starts off with watches from WeWood, an Italian company that decided they wanted to move to LA and start planting trees (probably a good idea). Their TOMS-esque motto: you buy a watch, we’ll plant a tree. Not a bad deal.

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