Apparel Deal Reviews

Seiko Coutura Watch Review

Wearing certain timepieces tell a lot about you and the look you are going for, and like other apparel, choosing the right watch to wear is as important as choosing the appropriate shirt, pants, or sport coat to go with your outfit.

The Seiko brand, one of the leaders in the watch industry, produces an array of different watches, ranging from the more casual, digital versions to the more luxurious ones that are intended for the more formal outings. Meant to compliment your more dressy appearance, the Men’s Coutura Chronograph Watch w/ a Two-Tone Stainless-Steel Bracelet does a great job in completing that upscale look. From the two-tone stainless steel bezel, and sapphire crystal window to the white dial with LumiBrite hands and baton marks, this beautiful watch is subtle yet still embodies the luxurious look.

With features including Quartz movement, 100 meter water resistance, and a 3-year limited warranty the Seiko Men’s Coutura Chronograph Watch (SSC560) is a great buy at the $500 retail price point. Macy’s, however, has a superb deal on this watch at the moment in honor of Father’s Day, where you can snag it for only $198 after the 50% markdown and the extra 20% off DAD coupon. This deal will only be around for a short while.

Timex Ironman Sleek 150 Review

In a world of increasingly smarter watches bringing the world to your wrist, sometimes it’s important to go back to the basics. Hard working and highly functional, the Timex Ironman Sleek 150 watch is the perfect, timely companion for anyone looking to level up their fitness game.

The Timex Ironman has been streamlined to the most functional features, namely the ability to tell the time, record and track laps taken, and set alarms. These are the most basic elements to tie into any workout routine, and we’ve been impressed with how the Ironman has stood up to the task.

The rubber strap is bright and comfortable, and the watch casing is durable as well as water resistant up to 100 meters, which means you can swim and scuba dive and rinse off in the shower, without removing your watch. The Ironman’s sturdy buttons crown the edges of the crisp, LCD tap screen display, and the form factor is sleek, not getting in the way during our busiest workout. We found it refreshing to focus on form and functionality over bells and whistles; in previous attempts to track every available metric, we lost some of our own bodily measures of a good workout.

It can be slightly challenging to navigate the settings and buttons initially, though we quickly got the hang of how to set timers and laps pretty quickly, and it’s become second nature at this point. The tap navigation helps with this functionality, and we really appreciate it so much now, wishing more watches had a tap feature over strictly buttons.

If you’re looking for a simple but sophisticated and functional watch to support your training experience, this is a great buy. The only thing it’s missing is the price tag of watches prone to break, or requiring phones and other connected accessories, which we think we can live without. 4 out of 5 stars.

Chaps Branson Men’s Casual Leather Oxford Shoes Review

Are you looking for a classic oxford shoe that offers comfort, style, and durability? If so, then look no further than the Chaps Branson Men’s Casual Leather Oxford Shoes. These shoes are top of the line when it comes to comfortable use, and they are a classic design that pairs well with almost anything.

The comfortable experience you will have in these shoes comes from its memory foam insole and padded ankle, which combine to provide an easy, almost unnoticeable experience. As opposed to other shoes, where you are acutely aware that you are wearing them and are aware of all the places they are aggravating, this pair of shoes is so good at surrounding and supporting your feet that you don’t even notice that you are wearing them. They help support and comfort you, rather than draw attention to themselves. The padded ankle provides comfort around sensitive skin and bone, meaning that you will not have unnecessary discomfort and aggravation.

Next is their leather upper and fabric lining. The leather upper on these shoes provides a quality and classic look and feel. Rather than have plastic that can make the shoe look gaudy and cheap, it is constructed with real leather that delivers a truly classic feel. The fabric lining of these shoes helps with comfort and slipping. Sometimes, in a shoe constructed with cheap fabric or plastic, your foot can slide around inside and cause you to fall or stumble. These shoes are lined with quality fabric that helps your foot stay in place. The fabric combines with the memory foam insole to help deliver a comfortable experience that helps to keep your feet warm and supported.

Probably the most important aspect of this shoe is its classic Oxford design. One of the classiest and most well-known shoe designs, the Oxford delivers an instantly classy and put-together look with minimal effort. An outfit can be transformed in seconds with the addition of a pair of Oxfords. Overall a powerful fashion item, comfortable, and durable, this shoe is sure to provide you with a wealth of options while keeping you comfortable. A purchase that will definitely pay off, the Chaps Branson Men’s Casual Leather Oxford Shoes has our recommendation.