The Best Directors Right Now: Rian Johnson by William Goodman

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There are few directors as adept at working across genres as Rian Johnson. Whether it’s noir (Brick), heist (The Brothers Bloom), science-fiction (Looper), blockbuster (Star Wars: The Last Jedi) or mystery (Knives Out), the dual-threat writer/director has quickly proven himself to be a singular talent capable of presenting new and original tales in a world that’s becoming increasingly more dominated by franchises and IP-related fare. 

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Here’s Why James Brand’s Mehlville Carabiner Is Our New Favorite Clip by William Goodman

When was the last time you thought about a carabiner? There’s a good chance that outside of a climbing or camping context you haven’t. Sadly, the once ubiquitous clip has seen a bit of diminished popularity since its halcyon days of the early aughts. But outdoor company James Brand has some ideas about how to reinvent the stalwart and usher it into a new era of use. Enter: The Mehlville.

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The 11 Best New Pieces of Spring Menswear to Buy This Week by William Goodman

Settling into new routines can be difficult. As we all try to navigate this trying time, spicing up your sartorial routine is a quick and easy way to raise your spirits. With that in mind, this week’s selection of the best new menswear is filled with colorful patterns (like a camp-collar shirt from Onia), comfy basics (like sweats from Todd Snyder), and even a groovy cardigan from Alanui. Whatever your preference, you’ll find something to make working from home a little easier. Those options, and more, below.

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The Best New TV Shows & Movies This Week: 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' 'Better Call Saul,' and More by William Goodman

For those who really love Better Call Saul, one of the joys of watching the show has to be how the relationship between Kim (Rhea Seehorn) and Jimmy (Bob Odenkirk) has grown and evolved over the course of several seasons. Complex, layered, and decidedly real, Jimmy and Kim’s genuine love and addiction for one another has been so wonderful to behold—yet tragic, too. We know that at some point or another as Jimmy inches ever closer to becoming the Saul Goodman we see in Breaking Bad, that the relationship will these two no longer be able to sustain itself. And therein lies the tragedy of Saul—as it was only a matter of time before the melancholy lingering over the edges of the show finally came home to roost. 

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Want to Elevate Your Formalwear? Here’s How to Wear Cufflinks by William Goodman

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When it comes to men’s formal wear, all the pieces matter. Every single detail builds to something larger. The way your shirt fits under a suit, how the knot of a tie looks when it’s framed by the collar, how those two elements then fold into a more cohesive look — each piece comes together to form a sartorial Voltron. But the one element that’s often overlooked is a pair of cufflinks.

Cufflinks are fairly simplistic in their function. Instead of having a button to fasten your shirt cuff closed, cufflinks have a sort of toggle that slides through a hole that’s open on both sides, functioning as the button. Once you’ve slid it through the opening in the shirt cuff, you flip the toggle closed and your shirt is ready to wear. People prefer cufflinks because they provide yet another way to personalize a suit. Similar to a pocket square, cufflinks allow for a drop of color in an otherwise boring section of your outfit.

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13 Home Desks to Help You Accomplish Any Task While Working at Home by William Goodman

Working from home can be tough. With so many people stuck inside small spaces, having a dedicated desk space can often come at a premium. And even if you do have space, choosing the best desk for your home workspace can be difficult given how many options there are out there, from compact writing desks to treadmill desks.

With this in mind, we here at SPY have rounded up ten of the best desks to help you accomplish any task from home. With a variety of different models across a variety of different price points, there is quite literally something for everyone’s budget and space. The only thing that’s left is to decide which one works for you. Below, our selects.

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Get Ready for Father’s Day With 8 Sunglasses Perfect for Dads by William Goodman

As we approach Father’s Day 2020, you might be hard-pressed to figure out what exactly to get for your dear old dad. However, there’s one gift that’s always in style: sunglasses. A combination of both style and utility, there’s a chance your dad might have a pair already, but even if he does, why not upgrade him to something nicer? Father’s Day sunglasses are always appreciated.

Shopping for your dad might be tough, but we’ve rounded up eight sunglasses that make the perfect gift for dad. Whether your dad loves hitting the links, working in the yard, driving the boat or going for his morning run, we’ve got a frame that will work best for him. Shop the best dad sunglasses, from top brands you know and love, below.

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The 15 Best New Pieces of Spring Menswear to Buy This Week by William Goodman

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As many of us are entering the end of the first week of self-isolation (Robb Report‘s staff and contributors included), this week’s edit of the best new menswear you can buy online is tailored to clothes you might want to have on hand for working and relaxing at home. Whether it’s comfy sweats from brands doing good during this time like Pyer Moss and Noah; comfortable, professional-looking wool joggers from Ermenegildo Zegna, or even a good rain jacket from Moncler for your grocery runs—or actual runs—this week’s new arrivals will help you carry on in style. See those selects, and more, below.

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