Authentic and Honest Apparel Reviews
Dive into our detailed and personal reviews of the latest apparel trends for both men and women. From everyday essentials to standout pieces, we share our honest opinions and styling tips. Expect comprehensive insights to help you find the perfect additions to your wardrobe.
Start with what you need
A few places to begin, organized around what’s on your mind.
Men's fit and footwear
Start with Dan's worn wardrobe, fit preferences, and the shoes he actually considers useful.
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The Shoes I Wear as a Dad in My 30s
I share the sneakers, casual shoes and boots I wear as a dad in my 30s, plus styles I am considering and the comfort and versatility criteria behind my picks. -
My Quince Menswear Review: Fit Notes on Everyday Basics
I wore Quince pants, jeans, tees, sweaters and outerwear, and exchanged three items for size. My fit notes show what worked and where sizing took effort. -
Beckett Simonon Leather Shoe Review: Honest Opinion and Experience
In this honest review, find out why I’m impressed with Beckett Simonon as a made-to-order leather shoes brand. I detail my experience with the fit, style, quality and sustainability. -
My Nike By You Review: Designing and Wearing Custom Sneakers
I designed and wore custom Nike running shoes. Here is what I could change, how my finished pair turned out and when customization felt worth it to me.
Women's and petite fit
Compare fit-focused apparel experiences for everyday clothing and outerwear.
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Nike for Petites: Products I Like as a Petite Woman
Nike doesn’t carry women’s petite sizes, but as a petite woman, I had luck with some products labeled “Short,” as well as a few cropped styles. Try these petite ideas from Nike. -
Is Quince Good for Petites? What I Tried (Petite-Friendly Clothes)
As a petite woman, I wanted to wear Quince’s stylish clothes. Here’s what I tried, along with what fit, what didn’t and the products I suggest for petite-friendly ideas. -
Quince Women’s Outerwear Review: Which Coats and Jackets to Try
I chose three coats to try from the Quince outerwear collection and this review will tell you about the fit of each, based on my experience. Find out if the styles measured up to expectations, too. -
Quince Denim Jeans: Can Good Jeans Be This Cheap? (Honest Review)
I had to try the Quince denim jeans for myself, so I did (in two styles and colors). In this review, find out my honest thoughts on if the price is for real and if these affordable (yet luxurious) jeans are worth it.
Maternity clothing
Find practical maternity clothing reviews and ideas for dressing through pregnancy.
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10 Maternity Clothes Brands That Are Still Cute (not Boring or Lame)
So many maternity styles I found were boring and lame, but there’s good news: a few brands are making cute and chic maternity styles for pregnant women! See which are worthwhile. -
Kindred Bravely Maternity Review: I Tried the Most Popular Products
For new maternity clothes and loungewear, I tried out Kindred Bravely’s products, including one of the best-selling nursing and pumping bras. How did everything go? Read this review before you shop. -
Nike’s Maternity Line Review: I Tried it All (See How it Went)
I tried every product in the Nike Maternity collection so that I could have pregnancy-friendly athleisure and workout clothes for my baby bump. See how it went, and all about Nike (M) in this apparel review. -
Quince Maternity Collection Review: See What I Tried (and What IÂ Like!)
I was floored with the silky softness of the Quince maternity tops, pants and sweaters. In this review, find out about the fit, the styles and the price for these maternity clothes.
Outdoor and toddler clothing
Browse durable outerwear and small-child gear for active days outside.
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Finisterre Men’s Jackets and Apparel Review: Quality for Life?
I tried Finisterre jackets, raincoats and clothes, and found out more about this outdoors lifestyle brand that I’ll share with you. In this review, see what I think about the fit, quality and styles. -
The North Face Men’s McMurdo Parka Review: What to Know before Buying
I review the North Face men’s McMurdo Parka for its features, and how I found the sizing and fit that was right for me. Be sure to read about my critiques of this winter jacket. -
Stonz Toddler Gear Review: Products I Recommend (and Which to Avoid)
What’s the hype all about with Stonz rain boots and winter boots for toddlers? I tried the best-selling baby and kid products and decided which are worth it, in this review. -
Best Affordable (and Useful) Running Gifts for Runners
Getting a gift for someone into running doesn’t have to be hard. Here are my favorite running products for nice and thoughtful gifts for a runner in your life, and some are cheap.
See everything else
Keep exploring: browse all our articles below, from newest to oldest.
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Quince Women’s Outerwear Review: Which Coats and Jackets to Try
I chose three coats to try from the Quince outerwear collection and this review will tell you about the fit of each, based on my experience. Find out if the styles measured up to expectations, too.
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My Quince Menswear Review: Fit Notes on Everyday Basics
I wore Quince pants, jeans, tees, sweaters and outerwear, and exchanged three items for size. My fit notes show what worked and where sizing took effort.
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Native Shoes Fitzsimmons Venture Boot Review: Who They Are for (and Not)
We both tried the Native Shoes Fitzsimmons Venture Boots in men’s and women’s, and found the fits to be different! In this read-before-you-buy review, see who these shoes are for, and who they’re NOT for.
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Quince Fine Jewelry Review: Why I Might Be a Fan (see What IÂ Got!)
The prices on Quince jewelry are almost unbelievable, yet everything is timeless! I tried two pieces from the Quince jewelry collection and this review will tell you what to expect, what to know (criticisms) and my thoughts.
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Quince Denim Jeans: Can Good Jeans Be This Cheap? (Honest Review)
I had to try the Quince denim jeans for myself, so I did (in two styles and colors). In this review, find out my honest thoughts on if the price is for real and if these affordable (yet luxurious) jeans are worth it.
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Native Shoes: What to Expect with Size, Fit and Quality (Honest Review)
What’s with the hype around Native Shoes? We tried them (the whole family including mom, dad and toddler!) and they’re actually really cool. Read about my fit and sizing pointers before buying.
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The North Face Women’s Arctic Parka Review: Worthy of Its Great Ratings?
I got the North Face Arctic Parka for women because of its popularity and great ratings. In this review, see if I think it stands up to the hype, and where I think it falls short.
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The North Face Men’s McMurdo Parka Review: What to Know before Buying
I review the North Face men’s McMurdo Parka for its features, and how I found the sizing and fit that was right for me. Be sure to read about my critiques of this winter jacket.
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Quince Cashmere Review: I Have Thoughts! (Read before Buying)
I tried the super-hyped Quince cashmere in a few styles. In this review, read through my honest opinion on the quality of Quince cashmere compared to other brands.
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Beckett Simonon Leather Shoe Review: Honest Opinion and Experience
In this honest review, find out why I’m impressed with Beckett Simonon as a made-to-order leather shoes brand. I detail my experience with the fit, style, quality and sustainability.
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Mott & Bow Cashmere Sweater Review (Timeless Cashmere for Life)
Is Mott & Bow’s cashmere sweater collection worth the hype? In this review, I discuss the styles I tried, the quality, the price and how the fit went for me.
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Mott & Bow Women’s Jeans Review: Is This Online Denim Brand Legit?
I’ve been wearing Mott & Bow jeans and tees for three years with great results. In this review, I discuss the online clothing brand, which styles to try and what to know before shopping.
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Mott & Bow Men’s Review: Jeans & Apparel after 3 Years of Wear
I’ve been wearing Mott & Bow’s men’s jeans in the slim and chino styles for three years and there’s a reason they’re some of my favorites. In this review, see what to know before buying.
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Stonz Toddler Gear Review: Products I Recommend (and Which to Avoid)
What’s the hype all about with Stonz rain boots and winter boots for toddlers? I tried the best-selling baby and kid products and decided which are worth it, in this review.
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Finisterre Men’s Jackets and Apparel Review: Quality for Life?
I tried Finisterre jackets, raincoats and clothes, and found out more about this outdoors lifestyle brand that I’ll share with you. In this review, see what I think about the fit, quality and styles.
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Path Projects Review: What to Know about the Men’s Running Gear Brand
Is Path Projects worth it for running clothes? I tried gear from every category of this men’s running apparel brand and in this review, see what I thought were the best products.
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Finisterre Women’s Line Review: Sustainable Apparel and Outerwear for Life
In this review of the Finisterre women’s collection, see my thoughts on the jackets, pants and sweaters I tried from this outdoorsy and sustainable British apparel brand.
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The Shoes I Wear as a Dad in My 30s
I share the sneakers, casual shoes and boots I wear as a dad in my 30s, plus styles I am considering and the comfort and versatility criteria behind my picks.
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Best Nike Running Gear for Fall 2024 (Review): Tried and Tested
I gear-tested Nike’s collection of Fall 2024 running gear, from sweatshirts and jackets to accessories, shorts and pants. See what worked for me (and what I chose to return) in this review.
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Nike’s Maternity Line Review: I Tried it All (See How it Went)
I tried every product in the Nike Maternity collection so that I could have pregnancy-friendly athleisure and workout clothes for my baby bump. See how it went, and all about Nike (M) in this apparel review.
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Quince Maternity Collection Review: See What I Tried (and What IÂ Like!)
I was floored with the silky softness of the Quince maternity tops, pants and sweaters. In this review, find out about the fit, the styles and the price for these maternity clothes.
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Lifestyle Sneaker Ideas for Cool Millennial Moms (My Picks)
What are some good sneaker ideas for everyday wear when you’re a busy mom? I picked my favorite comfy styles for lifestyle shoes that’ll be comfy and cute.
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Kindred Bravely Maternity Review: I Tried the Most Popular Products
For new maternity clothes and loungewear, I tried out Kindred Bravely’s products, including one of the best-selling nursing and pumping bras. How did everything go? Read this review before you shop.
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Is Quince Good for Petites? What I Tried (Petite-Friendly Clothes)
As a petite woman, I wanted to wear Quince’s stylish clothes. Here’s what I tried, along with what fit, what didn’t and the products I suggest for petite-friendly ideas.
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Quince Men’s Button Down Shirts Review: As Good as it Looks Online?
I tried Quince’s button down shirts for men to see if they were as great as the rumors say they are. Did Quince’s men styles work out for me? Read into this thorough review.
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Wild Rye Apparel Review: What to Know about the Women’s Outdoors Brand
I tried Wild Rye to check out this women’s bike apparel brand. In this review, see which styles I liked (I tried size XS and 0), and see my thoughts on the brand before you shop.
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Best Affordable (and Useful) Running Gifts for Runners
Getting a gift for someone into running doesn’t have to be hard. Here are my favorite running products for nice and thoughtful gifts for a runner in your life, and some are cheap.
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Nike for Petites: Products I Like as a Petite Woman
Nike doesn’t carry women’s petite sizes, but as a petite woman, I had luck with some products labeled “Short,” as well as a few cropped styles. Try these petite ideas from Nike.
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My Nike By You Review: Designing and Wearing Custom Sneakers
I designed and wore custom Nike running shoes. Here is what I could change, how my finished pair turned out and when customization felt worth it to me.
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10 Maternity Clothes Brands That Are Still Cute (not Boring or Lame)
So many maternity styles I found were boring and lame, but there’s good news: a few brands are making cute and chic maternity styles for pregnant women! See which are worthwhile.
