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TeacherBrock McGoff — Style as a System: Fit, Capsule Wardrobes, and Intentional Living
Brock McGoff, founder of The Modest Man, teaches men's style for regular and shorter men as a maintained system — fit first, a small …
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Resource13 Life-Changing Products Under $100
McGoff reviews his favorite purchases under $100, including Oakley sunglasses, recovery slides, Crocs, Tommy John boxer briefs, …
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Resource14 Most Useful Purchases
McGoff reviews his most frequently used everyday items and gear across several categories, including bags, electronics, office …
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ResourceInterior Design for Guys (8 Common Mistakes)
McGoff analyzes common interior design mistakes he observes in Reddit's male living spaces community and provides practical guidance …
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ResourceHow to Choose the Glasses (It's Not About Face Shapes)
McGoff teaches men how to choose glasses that actually fit and flatter their face by focusing on three key factors: fit (frame …
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Resource25 Watches for Small Wrists, Part 2 ($1k to $10k)
McGoff reviews 25 luxury watches priced between $1,000 and $10,000 that he argues work well on smaller wrists (38mm or under). He …
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Resource35 Affordable Watches for Small Wrists
McGoff curates a comprehensive guide to 35 watches under $1,000 designed specifically for smaller wrists, spanning digital, dress, …
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Resource9 Things That Are NOT Worth Your Money
McGoff discusses common spending habits he deliberately avoids to build wealth, including food delivery, luxury cars, concert …
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Resource31 Bathroom Essentials That Are Actually Worth Owning
McGoff offers a tour of his small bathroom, demonstrating how he organizes and decorates the space to make it functional and …
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ResourceI Tried a $1,700 Mini Fridge, Barefoot Sneakers & Comfy Shorts (Recent Pickups)
McGoff reviews a variety of products sent by brands and personal purchases across categories including accessories, watches, shoes, …
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Resource14 ‘Buy Once Cry Once’ Products (Keep These Forever)
McGoff shares 14 products he owns and loves that fall into the buy-it-for-life category, arguing that investing in well-made durable …
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Resource14 Boring Purchases That Feel Like Life Hacks
McGoff presents 14 everyday purchases he argues are underrated for improving daily life, including items like white noise machines, …
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Resource28 Home Upgrades I Wish I Did Sooner
McGoff presents 28 home upgrades ranging from affordable to expensive that improve comfort, functionality, and aesthetics. He covers …
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ResourceI Hate Brands That Do This
McGoff examines Vonentis, a direct-to-consumer wallet brand, and identifies numerous red flags including deceptive marketing …
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Resource69 Things Under $50 That Improve Your Life
McGoff presents 70 affordable products under $50 that he argues can meaningfully improve daily life across categories including …
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ResourceMy favorite things from 2025
McGoff shares his favorite discoveries and purchases from 2025 across multiple categories including clothing, footwear, accessories, …
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ResourceFinances? Relationships? Mental Health? 500k Subscribers Q&A
McGoff celebrates 500,000 YouTube subscribers by answering audience questions about his personal style evolution, career decisions, …
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Resource15 "Best" Men's T-Shirts (According to YouTubers)
McGoff tests and reviews plain white t-shirts recommended by various YouTube creators, trying them on to evaluate fit, quality, and …
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Resource2025 Holiday Gift Guide for Guys (17 GREAT Ideas)
McGoff presents a comprehensive holiday gift guide for men, ranging from affordable stocking stuffers like EDC items and socks to …
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ResourceMy Watch Collection: 7 Smaller Watches (Budget to Luxury)
McGoff walks through his personal watch collection, explaining which timepieces hold permanent places in his rotation based on …
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Resource17 Travel Essentials I Always Pack (What's In My Bag)
McGoff walks through his comprehensive list of travel essentials, covering toiletries, tech gear, sleep accessories, clothing items, …
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Resource10 'Buy It For Life' Products That Just Keep Going
McGoff showcases over a decade of personal possessions that have remained durable and functional, from furniture and footwear to …
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Resource25 Things Under $25 That Enhance Your Life
McGoff presents a curated list of 26 affordable items under $25 that he argues can enhance daily life, spanning categories like …
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ResourceGetting older doesn't mean dressing older
McGoff discusses seven common style mistakes men make as they age, arguing that looking good over 40 is about dressing authentically …
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