Carl Pettit is a writer and editor with interests ranging from international relations and political humor to the arts and modern media.
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5 Weirdly Flavored Brews You May Love or Hate — Chili Beer, Rocky Mountain Oyster Stout & More
As the old nursery rhyme goes, you have nothing to fear from oddly flavored beer. Well, you might have a little to fear, depending on how adventurous you and your taste buds happen to be.
Snake Wine, Scorpion Vodka & More ‘Protein-Based’ Booze Options (Warning: This Could Get Gross)
The five alcoholic beverages presented here are infused with the cadavers of creatures that once crawled or slithered across the Earth, like rodents, birds and reptiles (apologies to all of the animal lovers out there).
5 Incredible Designer Tees for T-Shirt Aficionados
Want to add some panache to your T-shirt collection with a few creative designer tees? From bright, swirly patterns to animal prints, you can punch the public in the face with a flash of pigment and cloth that also happens to be covering your torso.
5 Must-Have Camouflage Gear Options — Sneakers, Caps, Shorts & More
Camo pants and hats can add a bit of a dangerous edge to your street gear. So, if you dig military prints in an urban setting, read on and discover a little something about the wonderful world of camouflage.
5 Funky Pairs of Socks for Funky Spring People
Five ways to up your sock game. (Yes, we said "up your sock game.")
5 Cool, Comfy Sports Jackets for Warmer Weather
Why are sport jackets called sport jackets? We may never know. But regardless of the misleading name, it's time to fill out your spring wardrobe with a few of these ... items. Every man looks better in a blazer, so we thought we'd take a look at some enticing models that you can acquire for the warmer days lying ahead.
Laceless Sneaker Options — Comfortable Shoes Without the Hassle of Tying Them
Sometimes, it's a big help to be able to just slip on a pair and get on with your day without worrying about tripping or having to bend down and re-tie them for the hundredth time.
Scooters, Boards & Wheels — The Best Alternative Ways to Zip Around the City Without a Car
Having a car in a city can be a help, sure, but it also brings along a slew of problems. Parking, gas, parking, maintenance, parking, tickets -- have we mentioned parking? For a lot of us urbanites, an non-automotive way of getting around town isn't just a convenience, it's a necessity. But which alternative mode of mechanical transport suits your commute best?
These 5 Umbrellas With Style Do Much More Than Just Keep You Dry
You probably think of an umbrella as a function-first accessory: Just keep me dry and that'll do. But it can be much more, if you want it to be.
Forget the Apple Watch — Here Are 5 Creative, Wild, Just-Plain-Different Timepieces You’ll Love
Nothing against the ingenuity of Apple, we just thought we’d offer up a few other funky, unusual watch options that can make a really big statement about who you are — or who you’d like to be.