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Finding a man who genuinely enjoys wearing business clothing everyday is like finding the sun in Michigan; it happens, but not often enough. All across the world have men suit up (literally) daily in stiff, unbreathable fabrics regardless of the weather or their body type. On an 85 degree day I can’t imagine that they feel anything but discomfort.Fortunately, newer brands like Mizzen & Main and State & Liberty have recognized this problem, and decided to do something about it.Mizzen+Main“We are … read more

Written by Natalie Gadbois, Bivouac Boutique salespersonCropped FlaresEvery summer trends list I’ve seen, from Harper’s to WhoWhatWear to InStyle, has one item at the top: cropped flare jeans, your newest go-to jean. Stars, like always rock-chic Alexa Chung, the eternally cool Zoe Kravitz, and even America’s Sweetheart Reese Witherspoon have been spotted sporting them, and for good reason. This funky amalgamation of two classic trends is notable in its simplicity. It’s the new retro: Audrey Hepb … read more

Written by Liz L., Women’s Technical SalespersonFounded: 1856Country of Origin: ScotlandFamous for: The Wellington Boot Originally founded under the name of the North British Rubber Company in 1856, the company transformed what was once (and arguably still is) a practical work boot into a timeless fashion piece. The feature that really set these boots apart at the time was the use of vulcanization – a chemical process where sulfur is added to natural rubber to add superior protection from … read more

There is nothing more essential than a great pair of jeans.But how do you know which pair is yours?Welcome to the Bivouac Denim Encyclopedia. My goal is to help you find your perfect denim fit by teaching you all I can about the wardrobe stable known as “blue jeans”. Every week, I’ll be breaking down a different denim topic in order to help you decide what’s for you, what you love, and what you need to round out a versatile college wardrobe! Without further ado, here’s Part I: The 8 Jean Fits Ev … read more

Were you following our Men’s Curated Looks series this Spring/Summer? Don’t worry – we’ll be back with more handpicked outfits come this Fall. In the mean time, we’ve created a gallery of all 12 looks to tide you over until we return in September. Enjoy!——————————————————————Missed a Curated Looks post or want the inside scoop on the clothes featured? Check out Parts One, Two, Three, and Four to see more photos! … read more