Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. SHOPNOW = 30% off select full price at J. Crew J. Crew has started to stem the flow of codes and promos once again. Sure there’s almost always something going on, sale wise, with J. Crew. But it’s gotten pretty specific lately. Lots of “up to” 50% off sales, where most of the “good” stuff (depends on who you ask) is either excluded, or somewhere in the 15% – 35% off range. So 30% off with ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. For the polo shirt being such a basic staple of men’s style, there sure are a lot of bad ones out there. But these aren’t those. These are not your grandpa’s oversized, logo emblazoned, suffocatingly thick golf shirt. These are slim or athletic, clean lean and mean. Below is the best of the reasonably affordable polo crop from this year. Got a lead on a polo that should have made this lis ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. Reuters: EXPRESS files for Chapter 11 EXPRESS, who as part of a partnership bought Bonobos from Walmart just last year, has filed for bankruptcy. As part of the filing, Express will close about 95 of their retail stores. They currently operate 530 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores. But someone is looking to buy them, already. From CNBC: Express said it filed for bankruptcy ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. The Thursday Handfuls are great, but what if Monday (or Tuesday) rolls around and there are a few sales that can’t wait until the weekend? You’ll find three of the best, with a few picks from each, to start the week below.   Madewell: Extra 30% off sale styles w/ SPRING30 Rinse Wash Jeans in Slim – $47.99 ($128) or Athletic Slim Fit – $62.99 ($138) Garment Dyed Jeans in Slim or Ath ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. Sales that deserve some attention heading into the weekend or a bit earlier. Five of the better sales are below, plus bonus sales if need be. Included are a few picks worth pointing out.   Allen Edmonds: Anniversary Sale ends tomorrow (4/19) Fifth Avenue Leather Sole Oxfords – $249 ($425) Strand Oxfords – $329 ($425) Park Avenue Leather Sole Oxfords – $329 ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. What are you going to wear? Sometimes it’s good to look at a few suggestions then add your own tweaks and ideas. That’s what these are for. If you haven’t gotten your first taste of spring yet, it’ll be coming soon. First we hit casual, then we went smart casual. Here we’re swinging for the fences, while still keeping it in check. Easy, comfortable, and spring-worthy. Here’s to the sunshi ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. What are you going to wear? Sometimes it’s good to look at a few suggestions then add your own tweaks and ideas. That’s what these are for. If you haven’t gotten your first taste of spring yet, it’ll be coming soon. We started with a casual outfit, and today is a step up from that. A little dose of tailored-wear, but still very easy and comfortable. Spring is fresh. Spring is bright. Let ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. J. Crew: 50% off select shorts Fifty percent off? Fifty? And… Shorts? GO SHORTY. IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY. This summer when it’s 98 degrees and some of you are wearing these shorts, a cheap Timex weekender, some Killshots, and a reasonably priced, good looking performance tee… and you look casual but still put together (which cargo shorts and flip flops can’t do for you)… spare us a thought. We ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. Proof that style doesn’t have to cost a fortune. It’s our monthly list of ten picks, each individually costing less than seventy five bucks. Got a tip on something for under $75? Send those in to joe@dappered.com.   Spier & Mackay Model 7 Sunglasses – $48 ($55) McQueen looks without the Persol price tag. Polarized lenses, acetate frames, and weighted tips to maintain balance. Di ..read more

Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more. What are you going to wear? Sometimes it’s good to look at a few suggestions then add your own tweaks and ideas. That’s what these are for. If you haven’t gotten your first taste of spring yet, it’ll be coming soon. Spring is fresh. Spring is bright. Let’s clean it up with some timeless basics and good fit. Happy spring. (Top Photo Credit: Wei Fukuyama) The T-Shirt: GapFit Recycled Activ ..read more