As a Dad, the Polaroid Flip Is the Best Gadget I Own Right Now
The Polaroid Flip instant camera, priced around $220, offers a tactile alternative to smartphone photography for families. Its four‑lens sonar autofocus, top‑mounted flash, and Bluetooth‑enabled app give it DSLR‑like control while producing physical I‑Type or 600 film prints that cost roughly $20 for eight shots. Battery life reaches up to 120 exposures per USB‑C charge, and features like a self‑timer, tripod mount, and double‑exposure mode enhance creative flexibility. Though bulky at about 1.5 lb, reviewers praise its reliability and the emotional value of tangible photos for parents.
Travel Totes, Suede Loafers, and All the New Launches Esquire’s Editors Loved This Week
Esquire’s lifestyle editors highlighted a curated set of luxury launches for the week of May 22, 2026, ranging from high‑end fashion to premium tech. Notable picks include Sony’s vegan‑leather WH‑1000XM6 “Collexion” headphones, Dunhill’s revamped Century 45 calf‑skin tote, and Stubble & Co’s 38‑liter Adventure Pack...
8 Under-the-Radar Cologne Brands That Every Man Should Know
The article spotlights eight lesser‑known cologne brands that prioritize transparency, sustainability, and distinctive scent stories. Belnu, Horace, Free Yourself, Perfumehead, Abel, Ranger Station, Eauso Vert and Bianco Profumo each offer limited‑edition, often unisex, fragrances that differ from mass‑market offerings. Many...
Even the States That Passed Their Own Voting Rights Acts Need to Watch Their Backs
The Public Interest Legal Foundation has filed a federal lawsuit challenging Illinois’ state Voting Rights Act, arguing that its race‑based districting requirements violate both the Constitution and the federal Voting Rights Act. The complaint follows the Supreme Court’s recent *Callais*...
The AP X Swatch ‘Royal Pop’ Was Just Officially Revealed
Swatch and Audemars Piguet have officially unveiled the “Royal Pop” pocket‑watch collaboration, ending weeks of speculation fueled by teasers and AI mock‑ups. The collection comprises eight variants, each powered by Swatch’s in‑house Sistem51 automatic movement. Design cues borrow the iconic Royal...
Dialed In: Victorinox's Concept One Watches Deliver the Best of Both Worlds
Victorinox has introduced the Concept One collection, a line of 39 mm steel watches offered in both solar‑powered and automatic versions. The solar models employ Ronda photovoltaic cells that can sustain eight years of charge, while the automatics feature a La...
The 10 Best New Hotels In Italy
Italy’s hospitality scene is booming, with more than ten major hotel openings slated for 2026. The new properties range from ultra‑luxury resorts like Rome’s Bvlgari Hotel to eco‑focused retreats such as Tuscany’s Terre di Sacra, many housed in historic palazzos or repurposed...
Three Essential Style Details Every Man Should Know
Men’s classic style details—button‑down collars, three‑roll‑two jackets, and trouser cuffs—have roots in late‑19th‑century British sport and royal fashion, later popularized in the United States by brands like Brooks Brothers. The button‑down collar, first used by English polo players, now serves...
It Sounds Like Disney Is Rebooting Planet of the Apes (Again)
Disney’s 20th Century Studios is planning a fresh reboot of the Planet of the Apes franchise, appointing Matt Shakman—director of last year’s Fantastic Four: First Steps—to helm the project. He will collaborate again with screenwriter Josh Friedman, whose résumé includes the recent...
Backrooms Director Kane Parsons Is Horror’s Next Great Storyteller
Twenty‑year‑old Kane Parsons is set to helm A24’s horror thriller *Backrooms*, slated for a May 29 theatrical release. The film adapts the viral “Backrooms” internet meme—a liminal‑space horror concept that originated on 4chan and spread through YouTube and Reddit. Parsons, who...
The Odyssey Trailer Hypes Christopher Nolan’s Hideous Cyclops
Christopher Nolan’s upcoming summer blockbuster, *The Odyssey*, will hit theaters on July 17, marking the director’s first foray into a mythic monster epic featuring a towering Cyclops. The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus alongside Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland and an...
Marcello Hernández Shares the Best Life Advice He's Ever Received
Saturday Night Live star Marcello Hernández debuted a double‑breasted Thom Browne suit at the Met Gala, blending classic tailoring with personal heritage symbols—a protective azabacha stone and a Dominican larimar. He credited early comedy idols like Johnny Carson and Jerry Seinfeld...
Connor Storrie Is Already Winning the 2026 Met Gala
Connor Storrie made a splash at his first Met Gala, arriving in a loose Saint Laurent suit paired with a dramatic polka‑dot mullet top that captured the 2026 “Fashion is Art” theme. He accessorized the look with Tiffany & Co. jewelry and an...
The Best Office Chairs That’ll Get You Through Monday to Friday
Esquire’s roundup spotlights the top office chairs for 2026, from the premium Herman Miller Aeron to the budget‑friendly Branch Daily Chair. The Aeron, normally $1,500, is currently 25 percent off, while Branch offers a fully adjustable model at about $500. Steelcase’s...
The 9 Best Tom Ford Fragrances for Men, Ranked
Tom Ford’s 2024‑2026 fragrance lineup showcases a diverse range of scents, from the universally appealing woody‑spicy Oud Wood to the bold, polarizing gourmand of Fucking Fabulous. The collection includes long‑lasting extrait formats like Noir Extreme, fresh summer options such as Neroli...