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Style: Guy Garb Under $100 - Chrome's Kursk Pro Casual Kicks with Bike Clip-in Compatibility

One word: genius! Six more words: why didn't I think of this! Right off the bat, you have to appreciate Chrome's shoe collection tagline: 'We wanted tough shoes that we could wear everyday - on and off our bikes. Here they are.' Though they may appear like another wannabe version of our friend Chuck, these Kursk Pro kicks are every style conscious bike lovers best friend.

No wannabe here, these kicks have soul and purpose. Chrome wanted to build shoes that the masses could wear from bike to bar. These integrate clip-in compatibility, full length nylon shank plate and foot rocker. Don’t want to change your shoes after a ride? These are for you. Check out more info on these $95 kicks HERE.

Style: Guy Garb Under $100 - Banana Republic Solid Cotton Full Zip & Button Jacket

Get ready to lend comfortable ease to your after work and weekend wear with Banana Republic's solid cotton full zip jacket. Also adorned with six buttons and great side pockets, this sweater/jacket combo will be your new style go-to piece. Made of 100% cotton that's supremely soft, this will be perfect for that casual date night or weekend trip. Sport it with your favorite jeans and Chucks for a casual look. Or dress it up with your go-to khakis and Opening Ceremoy oxfords. Click HERE to purchase this $98 piece.

Guy Garb: Giveaway - Win 17 Criquet Shirts (Worth $1,000)

Our good friends Hobson and Billy, over at Criquet, are hosting quite the giveaway and we can't wait to share it with you. HERE's where you enter and here's more info:

$1,000 worth of Criquet Shirts can be yours - for free! In anticipation of the best looking summer ever, we are launching our 16 Summer Looks shirt giveaway contest. By winning, you'll receive every one of our current men's shirts, all 17 of them, delivered to your doorstep. That's a different shirt for every weekend this summer. Just imagine the possibilities (or see above)...

Head over to Criquet, shop around, check out these amazing shirts (which weve already mentioned HERE) and be sure to enter the giveaway. Who knows...you could be the lucky gent sporting a new Criquet every week this summer!

Guy Garb: Opening Ceremony Iven Oxford

Spring is on its way, and that means bringing out the spring wardrobe! We think these would be a perfect addition to those jeans and button-downs. The Opening Ceremony Iven Oxfords boast distressed leather on a wooden heel, and they will look great with a pair of jeans! Click HERE for details or to purchase ($330).

Style: Guy Garb - Classic Black Chuck Taylor Converse

There are certain classic pieces that every gent's wardrobe should contain and a black pair of Chuck Taylor's are just the item. The original basketball shoe is now defined as a stylish modern-day fashion staple! The Chuck Taylor from Converse is a great complement to any casual ensemble. With over 2,300 reviews and over 80% giving these kicks five stars, one quick order from Zappos and you could be on your way to owning your newest prized possession. Sport them with a jacket or just casually with jeans and a hoodie. They're versatile, comfortable and timeless. Pick up a pair HERE for $45.

Style: Guy Garb Under $100 - Bed:Stu Boots

A good boot is worth it's weight in gold so when you score one for less than $100, you have more money for brats and brews at the game this month. Bed:Stu boots are rugged, stylish and affordable, truly a triple threat in the world of gent's style. Interested in one of the styles you see above? 1. HERE 2. HERE 3. HERE and 4. HERE. Remember, they all come in under $100 so they're worth checking out for sure.

Style: Guy Garb - Men's Sleepwear

Men's sleepwear isn't just for the Hugh Hefner type. If you haven't invested in some key lounging pieces by now, take this post as a huge hint. Great sleepwear starts with luxury materials and supple cottons. Just like thread-count on sheets and their importance, make sure to purchase high quality garb. Shop the assortment below for great staples that you'll readily mix into to your sleepwear regimen.

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Guy Garb: What to Buy Now - GoLite Wind River Softshell Jacket

So what makes this GoLite Wind River Softshell Jacket so amazing? Firstly, the incelement winter weather won't be keeping you indoors if you're sporting this essential. Made from 92 percent recycled polyester, it's water-resistant and breathable so your transition from slopes to streets will be seamless. At just $175 this will be a piece you'll sport for years. We know you'll thank us later for this supreme all-weather style suggestion. Get the jacket HERE.

Guy Garb: What to Buy Now - HELM Handmade Boots

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Every gent should own a handmade pair of kicks and today's featured goods will have you wanting a couple. HELM Handmade Boots are designed in Austin (yee haw, here's another recent Austinite mention) and handmade in Istanbul, with leather from Holland and Australia, and soles from Italy and France. HELM is the elegant result of design touches from around the globe.

Joshua Bingaman is the creator behind these wearable designs and he also owns Austin's Progress Coffee. So back to the post at hand. What makes these boots special? And why do we think they're worth their $350-$499 price tag? Read on...

Distinctively rugged yet totally refined, HELM boots have already attracted a cult/celebrity following (Robert Downey Jr.) for their supple leathers, comfortable forms and stylish silhouettes. Want to know more about the production process? Click HERE for that. And HERE's the HELM story, A Foundation of Pasison. You can shop all the great styles below, via THIS link. Make sure to stay up to date on all things HELM by following their tweets HERE and becoming a Facebook fan HERE.

Guy Garb: What to Buy Now - Gap Vintage Hoodie

Every gent needs a go-to hoodie that he can throw on at anytime. The difference between a stylish hoodie and one that screams dowdy and unkept is a fitted, vintage brand-less hoodie. Gap has that perfect option in the form of their Gap Vintage hoodie. For only $39.50, this hoodie will be one of those items you never imagined needing but once you own it, you find yourself sporting it constantly. It comes in a navy heather, coffee and chocolate heather. Find more info HERE and purchase this great piece of officialy gent garb.