KP MacLane is the Atlanta-based company headed by Katherine Petty MacLane and her husband Jared.  Not only do they have impeccable taste, but they are some of the nicest people you will ever meet.  Their aim is to bring USA made luxury goods to the masses.  First up: the KP…

This time of year – especially folks in the more northern latitudes – warmth is key.  A down insulated jacket is a good choice for the closet, as it works with a pair of jeans and boots, and can be pulled off with more formal attire.  I’m not a big…

From top left: 1. Patek Philippe Platinum Black Watch:  Because you always want to tell them what time it is. 2. Holland & Holland Shotgun: James Bond used a Holland & Holland; so should you. 3. KP MacLane Black Polo Shirt: As soft as it gets.  Doubles as a pajama…

Lumina: Founded in 2010 in Raleigh, North Carolina Who: Barton Strawn, co-founder and principal designer was in college at NC State, along with the other original co-founder and friend Justin Carey, and were seeking skinny ties. Frustrated by not finding what they really wanted in traditional stores, Barton’s mother taught…