It's not as easy as it should be to find a decent umbrella, so we were happy to stumble on the Norwegian-designed SWIMS Automatic Classic. It's reserved enough not to embarrass you, but its modern touches give it a bit of flair (it comes in yellow/black and gray/black, too). Plus, the well-made brolly won't invert in a spring breeze, and it closes by itself at the touch of a button—so you can keep your dignity and your briefcase in hand when you come in from the storm.

"Going green" is the only way to go these days when it comes to cars, as a stroll through the New York Auto Show—opening to the public today—will reaffirm. And just to make damn sure everyone knows that your big, honking, fossil-fuel-swilling SUV is not as badass as it looks, Cadillac has given its new hybrid Escalade a big, honking badge of honor to wear on its shoulders. Unofficial measurements (yeah, I eyeballed it) put this sucker at close to a foot across—how's that for well-hung?

Nxt Skincare for Men isn't just too cool for vowels—the brand's bottles light up when they sense a vibration. It's awesome, as you can see in our video below. And be sure to stick around for the big finish.

Bob Odenkirk and David Cross, the brains behind HBO's legendary absurdist sketch series Mr. Show, are returning to the cable network after a ten-year hiatus with a new situation comedy called—wait for it—David's Situation. It starts shooting in May, and the setup has Cross, starring as himself, moving from Hollywood to a suburban neighborhood, where he bunks up with a right-wing conservative roommate and a liberal hippie one. If the concept sounds a bit weak, just remember what these guys did last time around with what are typically the five lamest words in TV: "late-night comedy sketch show."

You know that all-is-right-with-the-world glow you get when you stumble across a sharp-looking blazer that just so happens to fit perfectly and fall within your budget? Must be nice. While most guys are able to waltz into a men's shop—whether it's Jil Sander or J.Crew—throw on a cool new jacket, throw down some plastic, and go back to their daily grind of not hitting their head on shit, I'm stuck shopping at those few places that sell extra-long sizes. (What, you're surprised that waif-loving Raf Simons doesn't design with the 6'5" man in mind?) Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining about being tall—I was complaining. What's changed is a quasi-new line of suits and blazers from Brooks Brothers. No, not Black Fleece. I'm talking about Brooks' Regent 1818 collection. Traditional in detailing and rigorous in tailoring, Regent pieces (like the navy blazer I picked up last fall, left) are a welcome sign that Thom Browne's mini collection isn't the brand's only attempt to appeal to guys who can still see their toes in the shower. Besides fitting well, Regent suits and sportcoats are made of exceptionally nice materials; my blazer's wool/cashmere "Saxxon" blend is extraordinarily supple, especially its retail price of $648. Even better, for all you non-freakishly-tall guys, the clothes come in normal sizes, too.

Today and tomorrow afternoon, Barneys New York customers in Manhattan can get their Band of Outsiders suits made to measure by legendary tailor Martin Greenfield, who has been supplying hand-tailored garments to elite retailers and personages (several former presidents are customers) for more than six decades. "Scott [Sternberg] works harder than any designer I've ever met," says Greenfield. (He should know—he's also been piecing together all of Band of Outsiders' off-the-rack suiting—with Sternberg's signature shirt lining and vintage wools—since the former CAA agent broke into tailored wear. "He's a very talented guy, he's very quality-conscious, and quality is the key to everything you do." Can't make it? Greenfield will be hitting the store's L.A. outpost next month.
Band of Outsiders Made-to-Measure with Martin Greenfield, today and Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m., Barneys New York, 660 Madison Ave., 3rd floor, (212) 450-2107, and April 17, 1 to 5 p.m. at Barneys Beverly Hills, 9570 Wilshire Blvd., 4th floor, (310) 276-5535. Suits, $2,400 to $3,000; schoolboy blazers, $1,900 to $2,300; regular blazers, $1,900 to $2,300; trousers, $600 to $1,000; prices may vary with fabric selection

As you may have noticed, there's a virtually unlimited supply of limited-edition sneakers on the market these days. So what makes these Fall '08 Adicolor models so special? The uppers are made from Japanese selvage denim. What a concept: a collectible sneaker that actually looks better broken-in.

To find inspiration for their clothing label's second season, Daniel Jackson and Sean Shuter turned to outdoorsmen like explorer Roald Amundsen—the first to reach the South Pole. And while the outdoorsy results aren't quite appropriate for a trip to the Antarctic, they are just as daring in spirit. Highlights include a rocker-style jean jacket with quilted lining, shirting in plaid herringbone, and coats and jackets in boiled wool. "We aim for subtle subversions of traditional looks," Jackson says. "Like dress shirting with asymmetric placket details, or an extended placket on a French Navy sweater." Something tells us Roald would approve.
Bblessing's Fall/Winter 2008, $175 to $220 for denim and shirting and $450 to $800 for outerwear, available this summer at Barneys New York, Isetan, Fred Segal, and Bblessing, 181 Orchard St., NYC, (212) 378-8005, bblessing.com