Leon Hedgepeth
Freelance Writer
Leon Hedgepeth is a menswear writer and market editor living in Cincinnati, Ohio. His work has appeared in Huckberry, New York Magazine's The Strategist, Sprezza, and Valet. He has over a decade of experience in the fashion and communications industry. When he's not writing, he enjoys time with his family, brewing local coffee, and perusing the latest records. You can reach him at leonhedgepeth93@gmail.com.
Shopping
My 9-Step, Headache-Free Morning Routine for Sensitive Skin
How burnout, fatherhood, and a career pivot transformed my mornings—and a skin care regimen that actually works.
Shoes
6 Indie Sneaker Brands Every Burned-Out Kicks Enthusiast Should Know
These upstart labels are pushing the category forward through left-field collaborations, archival deep-cuts, and silhouettes that look a lot weirder than what you'll find in Beaverton.
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The Best Belts Prevent Everything From Going South
17 unimpeachable ways to level up your waistline this season.
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Engineer Boots Make Your Blundstones Look Dainty
The heavy-duty buckled silhouette boasts a century of pipe-laying pedigree, but it feels just as tough divorced from the jobsite.
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5 J.Crew Designs That Defined the Brendon Babenzien Era
The outgoing creative director educated guys on the virtues of barn jackets and giant chinos. Hang his tweed blazer from the rafters—and then buy one for yourself.
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Your Algorithm Is a Mess, but It's Right About These Sweatshirts
14 perfectly-proportioned cropped hoodies to help you nail the hottest look in loungewear.
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7 In-House Menswear Brands the Real Nerds Are Buying
Private labels are built on deep industry relationships and an obsessive approach to sourcing, and they offer an incredible value for your dollar.
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How to Dress Like JFK Jr.
4 ways to replicate the sui generis swagger of the Kennedy clan's oddball menswear icon.
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The Best California Naturals Products Bring Clean Grooming to the Whole Family
With food-grade fragrances, sensitive-skin formulas, and accessible prices, the brand has quietly become a staple in our shower.
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The Best Blazers for Dudes Who Resolved to Dress Better
No matter the year, no matter the season, a razor-sharp sport coat is the most crucial layer in your closet.
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The Best Down Vests Are a Warm Hug You Can Wear
Lightweight, compact, and way easier to shimmy out of than your aunt's crushing embrace.
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Flamingo Estate’s Cult-Favorite Soap Bricks, Ranked
From the softly sweet Manuka Honey to the unmistakably savory Heirloom Tomato, here’s how they actually stack up.
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Baggy Jeans Are Taking Their Victory Lap
Ginormous style remains the prevailing mood in menswear.
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The Best Work Boots Lay a Strong, Stylish Foundation
Constructing an impenetrable cold-weather outfit? Let these shoes do the heavy lifting.
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The Best Body Oils to Rescue Dry, Flaky Skin
These rich, skin-quenching oils deliver deep moisture so your skin feels smooth, supple, and luminous all day long.
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The Best La Roche-Posay Skin Care Is French Luxury for Less
You don't need to be able to pronounce the brand to use some of its best products on your face.
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Rag & Bone Just Nailed Its Comeback Jeans
The brand that got me into slim denim a decade ago is finally loosening up—and I have the fit pics to prove it.
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Why Patagoniacs Can't Get Enough of the Brand's Vintage Gear
From granite-scraping rugby polos to fish-net nylon Baggies, Patagonia's ethical functionality has reshaped outdoor style.
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The Best Winter Parkas Give Jack Frost the Chills
15 heavy-duty coats that put your “big night out” bomber jacket to shame.
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The Best Thermal Underwear Kick Winter Where It Hurts
In the darkest stretches of winter, pants are simply not enough.
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Everybody in Menswear Wants to Live in This Brand's World
Ghiaia Cashmere blends Italian craft with SoCal ease, and its vision of the good life looks more enviable by the day.
Suiting
I Didn’t Need Another Navy Suit. Alex Mill Had Other Plans
The Cooper Suit rolled in with Italian-milled wool and zero regard for my self-control.
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The Best Deodorants for Every Type of Musty Dude
15 top-shelf sticks, balms, and sprays formulated to prevent your particular body odor.
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Keep Your Itchy Knits. This Winter, I’m Grabbing All Things Merino Wool
Cotton is cold, cashmere is costly, lambswool scratches, and synthetics have no sauce.