The Commodification of Punk

We’re talking Satisfy, the yassification of activewear, brands currently ruining whatever financial stability I had, and a selection of big shorts…

10 hrs ago • Chris Maradiaga

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The Most Annoying Place on the Internet

For a bunch of grown men, they're quite dramatic.

May 12 • Chris Maradiaga

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When Clothes Actually Mean Something

In an industry obsessed with what’s next, Wright + Doyle offers something more lasting. A conversation with Izabella Doyle on fabric, fit, and the…

May 5 • Chris Maradiaga

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April 2026

Elegant, Nonchalant Chaos: Reviewing ssstein FW26

From seeing past collections through a screen to experiencing it in person — a review of ssstein’s FW26 collection, plus early access to Greg Laboratory…

Apr 26 • Chris Maradiaga

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Distinctive Normality: A Brief Chat with Takayuki Minami of Graphpaper

A short conversation with Takayuki Minami, understanding Graphpaper’s philosophy, and why some of the most meaningful clothing today exists in the space…

Apr 11 • Chris Maradiaga

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More Shirts I've Bookmarked

Looking at 26 standout menswear shirts, including pieces from Salon C. Lundman, Mittan, Gajiroc, and more — covering fit, fabric, value, and whether…

Apr 8 • Chris Maradiaga

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Chump Dump: Shirts I've Bookmarked

Introducing Chump Dumps — a curated selection of clothes currently sitting in my bookmarks, with notes on why they matter, how they fit into a wardrobe…

Apr 5 • Chris Maradiaga

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March 2026

The Cost of Rewriting Culture

Christ, where do I begin here. A post-mortem on Buck Mason’s jazz campaign, and the cultural erasure behind it.

Mar 19 • Chris Maradiaga

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The Idyllic Strangeness of Time

A reflection on creative burnout, process-driven menswear, and thoughtful conversations with Mark from Archie and the duo behind the LVMH…

Mar 7

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February 2026

This Post Means Nothing

I've found myself questioning not just the industry, but my place in it. Reflecting on validation, performative conversations, and why writing on your…

Feb 8 • Chris Maradiaga

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This Designer Is Quietly Creating A Buzz in Menswear Right Now

An in-depth look at this Swedish designer's philosophy, and why buyers and critics see the brand as one to watch.

Feb 4 • Chris Maradiaga

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Grit, Illusions, and Functionality: The Impossible Objects Showroom

Split my Day 2 PFW recap into two parts. One for the presentations, and one for the Impossible Objects showroom — featuring Jeong Li, meanswhile, and…

Feb 1 • Chris Maradiaga

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