TL;DR — &Collar makes wrinkle-resistant, machine-washable dress shirts at a fraction of Mizzen + Main’s price. We tested them and were genuinely impressed — almost as good, and our exclusive promo code saves you $20 on your first order. Fits snug, so size up if you’re between sizes. &Collar is a great, cheaper alternative to […]
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TL;DR — &Collar dress shirts earned a 4/5 from us — almost as good as Mizzen+Main at a fraction of the price, with unique patterns you won’t find at the bigger brands. Performance fabric is stretchy, moisture-wicking, and wrinkle-resistant. One catch: the fit runs a touch generous, so size down if you prefer a tailored […]
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I’m not a fashion blogger, but I know a great shirt when I see one. And the Woodies Next Generation Performance Shirt is the best performance dress shirts I’ve tested. It’s made of a high-tech fabric that wicks away sweat, it has a perfect fit, and it looks great. Whether you’re wearing it to the […]
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TL;DR — Fresh Clean Tees rebranded to Fresh Clean Threads — same tees starting at $19, expanded lineup now includes henleys, polos, and pullovers. Nothing changed except the name; they're still our best-value pick for men's basics. When Fresh Clean Tees first launched in 2015, their goal was simple: to provide the best quality t-shirts […]
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Several years ago, we tried Western Rise and didn’t care for it. However, we just completed a mega review of Western Rise Pants, Shirts, Shorts, and more. Did they change our mind? Read our honest Western Rise Review to find out more! TL;DR — We gave Western Rise a second shot after being unimpressed years […]
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Rule of Threads is a brand that you may not have heard of, but they offer some of the best shirts on the market. Their unique micro-ribbed texture makes the shirts super comfortable and easy to wear. They are perfect for any occasion, and their high quality construction means that they will last for years. […]
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TL;DR — Fresh Clean Threads and True Classic run the same 60/40 cotton-poly blend, so fabric is a near-tie. Fresh Clean Threads wins on price ($23 vs. ~$35 a crew, as of July 2026) and barely shrinks; True Classic runs a tighter muscle-fit taper and can shrink 10–15% on high heat. We give Fresh Clean […]
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TL;DR — We've worn Myles Every Day Shorts and the Elements Hoodie for years — both are daily drivers worth buying. Grab 10% off via our link, or hit the surplus section where the Tour Pant drops to $58 — the only pant we rate above the lululemon ABC. Want the best Myles Apparel Promo […]
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The Public Rec Brand all over our Instagram feeds. Over 4 years ago, before we started We Tried It, Public Rec caught our eye and we finally did a Public Rec All Day Everyday Pant Review (I’m actually wearing them right now!). But what about the rest of Public Rec clothes? Are they any good? […]
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TL;DR — The Perfect Tee from Perfect Jean NYC delivers the same formula as their cult jeans: slim cut, real stretch, 95% cotton softness — all for about $25. At that price it beats Buck Mason on value and outclasses Fresh Clean Tees’ polyester-heavy blend on feel. True to size; order your usual. Today we […]
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