We endorse the idea of men’s accessories. So long as they’re simple, reserved and befitting of your personality.

This woven leather bracelet from Banana Republic’s Heritage line is right there balancing a conservative look with a sense of style. It’s genuine leather and has an alligator clasp.

What this means to you: Remember, men’s accessories should match your style.

Cost: $58 @ Banana Republic

Everyone knows about the Planet Earth mini series. It takes what otherwise would be a documentary adds a healthy dose of “incredible” and “epic filmmaking” resulting in a mesmerizing television viewing. It is also the best material to show off your new high definition television.

Available in DVD, HD-DVD or Blu-Ray disc, the set is an incredible deal at it’s full price of $100 but for half price you’ve got the new centerpiece to any good home theater library. The DVD sets also include behind-the-scenes featurettes for each episode and a bonus disc featuring “The Future” documentary. [via Bargainist]

What this means to you: High definition enlightenment.

Cost: $50-60 @ Discovery Store

Tip: Enter COM10 coupon code for an additional $10 off.

The Titleist Pro V1 is the Bentley of golf balls. It’s hidden-seam design allows to to have the most dimple coverage (392 of them) among 3-piece balls giving it superior aerodynamics. This combined with it’s new staggered parting line give the ball an average of 3 to 4 yards more distance.

Golf Digest’s recently released Hot List gives this ball their coveted gold rating.

For those of you without Tiger Woods ball bending trajectories take a look at the Bridgestone e6+. It’s a far more palpable solution at $25 per dozen and also a gold rated winner.

What this means to you: There’s a reason why this ball is the most played on the Tour. Now, about that $3.75 per ball price tag…

Cost: $45 per dozen @ Golfsmith

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The 2008 Audi TT-S will be revealed next week at the Detroit Auto Show and we’re anticipating seeing it in person, as should you.

Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you can’t gaze into the driving future with glorious top down envy. The Audi TT-S will be reportedly available as a coupe and convertible with gorgeous LED running lights and other familiar Audi S model cues: brushed nickel side mirrors, TT-S badging, body accents, and wheel well filling 18 inch wheels.

What this means to you: These images leave little to the imagination as to what the production 2008 Audi TT-S will look like. Actually, they leave none.

Interior photo after the jump. Images and leak from Spanish site Motorpasion.

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Waterproof and shockproof gadgets are becoming a regular sight in electronics. That’s a good thing. The Panasonic SDR-SW20 uses a rugged compact body with waterproofing that lets you use it underwater (up to five feet). It’s shock-proofing lets it withstand four foot drops and is dustproof to boot. Its rugged tape-less design makes it perfect for your next vacation or outdoor excursion.

What this means to you: Friend: Oops, I just dropped your camera into water after rolling it around in the sand. You: No problem but you’re still an idiot.

Cost: $400 | Available February 2008 @ Panasonic and Online Retailers.

How many times do you hit the snooze button in the morning: twice? three times? sixteen?

If you need help or motivation for your New Years resolution to stop slapping the snoozer before you roll out of bed then the SnūzNLūz may be the best $40 you ever spend on an alarm clock.

Simply put the clock connects to your back account thru your wireless network and will automatically donate a pre-set amount of money to an organization you hate every time you hit the snooze bar. 1600 banks are supported with over 6200 charities and non-profits available. Democrats can donate to the GOP and Republicans to the ACLU. Good times.

What this means to you: Hear that sound? That numbing silence is the sound of cash being withdrawn from your account and handed over to the people you loathe. Now, wake your arse up.

Cost: $40 @ ThinkGeek

Runners, your watch is here. The Garmin Forerunner 405 continuously monitors your time, distance, pace, calories and heart rate. The GPS enabled watch will store the data in memory and send it wirelessly to your computer.

The touch bezel (a la iPod) will let you scroll and select features on the run, not being hampered by a confusing interface.

This watch isn’t a one-trick pony though. Paired with the optional foot pod, you can track your speed, distance and running cadence indoors where a GPS is unavailable thru a sensor that clips to your shoe laces. It can also be links to a speed/cadence bike sensor to track the speed and distance of your bike circuits. [via BeSportier]

What this means to you: Exercising is best when unencumbered by gadgetry. Make the Garmin Forerunner 405 the center of your cross-training regimen.

Cost: $299 @ Garmin

Tip: Check our other training posts.

At $775 we recommend you have a few other bags in your repertoire first before looking into this but if you are in the market for a nice alternative to the ubiquitous messenger and weekender bag then the Aaron Barak Duffel is for you. Beyond it’s rich brown vegetable tanned analine leather, duffel structuring and woven lining the bag has antiqued brass hardware for a great vintage look.

After a month with this in tote we appreciate the individuality of the bag, handcrafted construction and the strong masculine look that can’t be confused for something you’d see from Banana Republic or J.Crew. The duffel has been perfect for our trips, abroad and gym alike. We look forward to the natural aging of the bag as it begins to patina. The Aaron Barak Duffel is about 20″ x 10″ in dimension.

What this means to you: This bag is certainly not cheap, but it is certainly justified in it’s price. Now, the only thing we need is to justifiably get a bigger paycheck.

Cost: $775 @

50″ plasma television aren’t really that big of a deal anymore. A 50″ plasma that weighs 41 lbs and the thickness of an iPhone… well, that is a big deal. Too bad it’s only a concept right now. You’re looking at the Pioneer Kuro 9mm Concept Plasma and officially the thinnest television in the world.

What this means to you: Damn, this thing is thin.

Cost: Concept Only

The much lusted after Nokia N95 is finally coming to the US officially in it’s new 8gb format. The multimedia computer (calling this thing a phone is blasphemy) is the size of smartphone and equipped with an five megapixel camera, mp3 and media player, HSPDA connectivity (read 3G), GPS navigation, web browsing services, and more than we care to list. [pictured: Nokia N95 Black Edition]

What this means to you: It will replace everything you own except your refrigerator.

Cost: $749 | Available Q1 2008 @ Nokia and online retailers