The Bean Boot Project: Fine and Dandy Shop Guest Post

Hopefully you are already familiar with Fine and Dandy and if not consider this your introduction.  The online shop specializes in all things dandy (that was kinda obvious wasn't it) and offers a great selection of gentlemanly accessories.  If you're in the market for a new ascot, pocket square or even a tie bar in the shape of a key (and who isn't) then this is your new mecca.  Mr. Matt Fox, the shop's proprietor, sent over what may be the most refined look at the L.L. Bean boot I have seen in a while.  In this landscape of workwear and rugged Americana, this look at the boot is quite refreshing and I probably shouldn't have expected anything less from easily the most "dandy" gent in the blogosphere peddling some of the most "dandy" accessories.  Be sure to check out the Fine and Dandy Shop and their great blog for some refined inspiration.

"The Dandy Take on The L.L. Bean Boot"

-L.A.S

[Note: Head here for the project's backstory. Also, If you are reading this and I requested a submission from you or if you would just like to participate please feel free to submit (contact via email). Your participation, as always, is still much anticipated and appreciated.]

The Bean Boot Project: The Life Tussle Guest Post

Jerry from The Life Tussle was kind enough to forward his own blog post on his pair of L.L. Bean Boots.  The post, entitled "Shoes for Saturday", could not be any more fitting with the weekend fast approaching.  Jerry has some fantastic pictures of his 10" Maine Hunting Boots and some choice words on the classic footwear.

"I believe this is my second pair of these iconic boots. My first pair got me through my years in East Lansing. Parking at MSU is challenging to say the least, so I typically walked to class. The Fall, Winter and Spring in Michigan can be a wet, cold and tough on footwear. I wore my Bean bluchers, suede bucks, Sebago loafers and Vans as much as possible, but it seemed like the Main Hunting Shoes were called it to action for months at a time. And I walked hundreds of miles in them. I wore the heal down to a memory and the chain-link tread pattern was only visible around the edges. And when I packed up my room after graduation, I think my boots never made it in to a box. I hope I gave them a proper salute and heartfelt thank you for their service. I should have bronzed them."

p.s. - Laurie Brooks from L.L. Bean PR posted this fantastic video today.  It's truly a must see.

-L.A.S

[Note: Head here for the project's backstory. Also, If you are reading this and I requested a submission from you or if you would just like to participate please feel free to submit (contact via email). Your participation, as always, is still much anticipated and appreciated.]

The Bean Boot Project: A Time To Get Guest Post

A Time To Get is practically everyone's favorite blog.  This should come as no surprise as you would be hard pressed to find a more expertly curated site on the internet.  It's always a pleasure to read a new post by Nick championing some obscure, classic and often just downright rad taste of his.  These very tastes coupled with Nick's laid back, picture heavy style leaves a lot of room for interpretation and participation from readers and I can often be found in the comments section.  When ATG was voted the # 7th best Men's Style blog by the readers of Jake Davis I was not surprised, especially considering the fact that I voted for him myself.  I congratulated Nick on this distinction, and his response was, "I just want people to find cool shit, that's all. I could care less about being cutting edge and ahead of trends."  That right there is all you need to know folks.  A guy, a blog and some cool shit. Amen.

I first approached Nick about this project quite some time ago and he was hesitant to say the least.  While he supported me going forward with my passion project he wasn't quite sure what he could contribute.  Nick claimed lack of knowledge on the subject, but still took the time to ask why I was so "stoked" on it.  I told him my vision for the project and how the ability of the boot to connect across generations was one of my main focuses.  Using this as a starting point he sent me one of the coolest images I have ever seen involving the L.L. Bean boot.  I have no idea where he found this, if he made it or anything so if you want to know you are going to have to ask the man himself.  Nick runs a great blog and is an even better guy (not to mention the dude is a watch and strap guru).  His request, "Maybe I can learn from you" was one of the most flattering moments in my young blogging career.  Thanks to Nick for this classic submission.

-L.A.S

[Note: Head here for the project's backstory. Also, If you are reading this and I requested a submission from you or if you would just like to participate please feel free to submit (contact via email).  Your participation, as always, is still much anticipated and appreciated.]

The Bean Boot Project: Backstory and The Trad Guest Post

A while back, when this blog was very new, I decided to it would be fun to do a tribute of sorts to the L.L. Bean boot.  It only takes a quick glance at my banner to realize how much this one piece of clothing embodies the overall vision and aesthetic of not only this blog, but my own personal style.  Without getting all academic on you, my goal was to frame an essay around how the boot's unique and shared reality is relatable to a lot of different people.  The plan was to reach out to a bunch of my favorite bloggers and have them comment, be it through pictures or the written word, on their own experience with the iconic footwear.  I was genuinely surprised at the level of interest my initial attempts at reaching out across the menswear blogosphere generated, but as time passed it became clear that it would be very difficult to procure actual submissions as everyone involved was extremely busy.  Luckily for me, I was able to secure select content which will now finally see the light of day.  In an attempt to move forward with a project that still means a lot to me I am going to periodically throw up what I do have as guest posts.  The new vision for the project is to highlight not only the Bean boot, but also the individuals that continue to inspire me on a daily basis.  I hope you guys enjoy these guest posts and I look forward to seeing this incarnation of the project materialize.  The Trad will be the first inaugural guest post in a series I have so creatively dubbed, "The Bean Boot Project".

The Trad needs no introduction.  The blog and it's author, tintin, have become somewhat of celebrities in this community thanks to writing that not only explores traditional clothing and lifestyle, but the stories, experiences and emotions that come along with all that great stuff.  Tintin is an observant author, whose prose alone will make you ashamed of your writing (I mean that in the best way possible).  Many cheers and much thanks to The Trad for not only his submission, but for his continued support of me and what I am trying to accomplish here at Sartorially Inclined.

Tintin's piece on the Bean boot is much like his own blog: insightful, efficient and biting...

"The Trad targets the L.L. Bean Marketing Department."

-L.A.S

[Note: If you are reading this and I requested a submission from you or if you would just like to participate please feel free to submit (contact via email).  Your participation, as always, is still much anticipated and appreciated.]