Hudson Sutler

A few weeks ago, Grant Hewit from Hudson Sutler made his way down south from New York City. I had the privilege of shooting their recent lookbook in Atlanta alongside an All Star crew: Gregg of Jack Donnelly, Nick of Brier & Moss, and Jess of The Love List. These are a few of my favorite images we made.

The crew.

Make sure to check out the Atlanta Lookbook for the full story!

Flipped

Photographed in Nashville, TN

Raised in:
Tomball, Texas

Lives in:
Jasper, Georgia

Favorite meal from your last Nashville visit:
Fish tacos from Baja Burrito.

Now would ya look at that:
Mark got this entire outfit (minus the glasses and watch) at Flip, Nashville’s premier men’s consignment shop.

Music Monday | Friendly Savages

Photographed by Kelsi Williamson

Earlier this month, Friendly Savages released their debut album O, Joshua! making Austin rooted folk-rock lovers proud. My introduction to this band was through Meraki Creative’s Penny and Sparrow video for “Brothers.” What else were that mandolin and accordion up to? I had to know.

They somehow manage to bring a banjo and mandolin to the table in an original way. They’re catchy, but not in an overdone way. Their melodies keep you on your toes, eager to find out what’s coming next (“Her Locket on a Chain” being my favorite example of this). They’re a band you just need to be listening to, okay?

Stream: “Counted Lost”

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Listen to O, Joshua!
iTunes | Spotify

BONUS: Download their song “The Escape” for free here.
That one’s got some of my favorite songwriting from the entire album, so give it some special listening.

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Aubrey

Photographed in Nashville, TN by Jamie Clayton

Raised in:
Brentwood, Tennessee

Lives in:
Nashville, Tennessee

Favorite part about interning for Nisolo:
I developed lasting relationships with a team that was both inspiring and driven. Working for people that you respect not only builds trust within a company, it creates an atmosphere for you to produce your best work in.

Now would ya look at that: 

Music Monday | Sleepy Turtles

Photographed by Katie Snyder

Everywhere you read about Sleepy Turtles, you see the same description: a band threaded in the old tradition of folk – humans sharing the human condition. I love that so much. This five piece band from Atlanta succeed not in putting you to sleep, as you may assume by their name, but in making you feel.

“Being Small” is my favorite, and last track, from their 2012 EP, Summer, Hither. In a traditional folk vibe, it’s beautiful and simple, but when you wrap a song with a stomp-clap, you steal my heart.

Stream: “Being Small”

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Listen to them real good today.
Spotify | iTunes | Bandcamp (free song download)

Drink This | C G & T

The Drink: Ah, the Gin & Tonic…my favorite warm weather cocktail. I thought I knew how to make a good G&T…until I tasted one with Jack Rudy. Since then, I turn my nose up when I walk past tonic water in a grocery store. Jack Rudy’s small batch quinine concentrate is a game changer, and I’m fully convinced that every home bar needs this.

Now, let’s backtrack to a little more than a year ago when I tasted Hendrick’s Gin for the first time. Yes, please do infuse my gin with rose petals and cucumber. Until Hendrick’s introduced itself to me, I thought the best way to order a Gin & Tonic was with a lime. And don’t get me wrong, I would never hate on a lime. But there is just something about that cucumber…something better.

So you take the Hendrick’s…and you take the Jack Rudy…and people…you’ve got without a doubt the most refreshing Gin & Tonic ever. That is, until you add just a tad more cucumber…

Muddle 2 cucumber slices and 1/2 oz of Jack Rudy in a cocktail shaker.
Add gin, ice and shake.
Strain over an ice filled glass, top with Club Soda, garnish with a cucumber slice.
Enjoy your C G & T!

The Glass: Austin street map etched rocks glass by The Uncommon Green (c/o).

The Attire: J.Crew dress.

Trio Custom Clothiers

Photographed in Atlanta, GA

I wanted to meet the guys behind TRIO Custom Clothiers after I saw their suits on our friend, Jonathan (posted here and here). Mark and I recently met them at West Egg and got to know their business, as well as get insight on their newly opened showroom. Since then, we stopped by and got Mark fitted for his first tux and loved our visit. You can order online by sending in measurements, but if you’re in the Atlanta area, or plan on being there soon, we highly recommend visiting the showroom to get the full experience (topped off with some whiskey!)

Now, get to know a little about TRIO…

Raised in:
Ben (left): Warner Robins, Georgia
Mike (right): Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Describe TRIO Custom Clothiers:
We make custom shirts and suits for men. The customer gets measured, then chooses from many style options and fabric to create an outfit unique to them.

What the storefront is like:
The store is more of a consultation center for assisting the average and not-so-average man in building a garment that looks and fits great, incorporating a blend of modern and vintage motifs to reflect our garments’ cut and style.

Why Atlanta:
Not only is Atlanta our beloved home-town, Atlanta is starting to see a resurgence in male fashion, especially that infused with Southern style.

Anything else you want readers to know about TRIO:
Our goal is to provide a surprisingly affordable and convenient custom clothing experience.

Now would ya look at that:

  • Ben: TRIO Italian-wool navy suit, gingham shirt with red, white, and blue gingham bow tie. His shoes were found somewhere in Brussels.