I really like the clothing made by Lulu Lemon Lab. I'm looking for other companies that make clothing that is similar. Do you know any clothing companies that do clothes that could are a) comfortable like yoga clothes, b) business formal and c) urban in styling?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by peterpete at 12:15 PM on December 8, 2015 (18 comments)

Need music to keep me going at the gym. The caveat is that it isn't mindless pop music, but something with some complexity.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by kbbbo at 8:02 AM on January 22, 2014 (23 comments)

The History Channel ranked the world's ten most extreme airports in a program of that same name. The airports on the list are included because of their extreme locations at high altitudes, difficult approaches, or short runways, all of which make landings challenging, and some would say even dangerous. Folks in the Pilots of America forum discussed the picks, and the most extreme airports they've flown.
posted to MetaFilter by filthy light thief at 7:33 PM on January 9, 2014 (62 comments)

For younger fans of electronic music, the Essential Mix archive* is a time capsule that allows them to listen to sets that took place before they were born; for others, it’s a treasure chest of musical memories that allows them to re-visit the glory days. And what better way to celebrate 20 years than with a party? Rather than the usual broadcast from Tong’s studio, fans had the opportunity to join in on the fun at the Manchester Warehouse Project, with an absolutely stellar line-up pitting veterans of the scene back-to-back with rising stars.
posted to MetaFilter by filthy light thief at 2:40 PM on December 14, 2013 (34 comments)

World War I in Color is a documentary designed to make the Great War come alive for a 21st-century audience. The events of 1914-18 are authoritatively narrated by Kenneth Branagh, who presents the military and political overview, while interviews with historians add different perspectives in six 48 minute installments annotated within.
posted to MetaFilter by Blasdelb at 3:50 AM on October 31, 2013 (60 comments)

If you were to fill a 4' x 3' x 2' box with awesome and fun and mostly not messy things for a five year old to invent with, what would you fill it with?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Nanukthedog at 11:33 AM on October 24, 2013 (18 comments)

Professor Deepak Malhotra offers 15 pieces of negotiation advice, followed by Q&A, in an informal session for students at the Harvard Business School. (1 hr 5 min video).
posted to MetaFilter by Jasper Friendly Bear at 10:33 PM on August 17, 2013 (12 comments)

There are now several internet retailers selling custom men's dress shirts at prices below $100/shirt (depending, of course, on the fabric). Supposedly, you put in your measurements, pick the fabric you would like, make some choices about collars and buttons, and then they make and send you shirts that fit. I have orangutan-like arms and need to dress well for work, so I'd like to try ordering a couple shirts. I've looked at several of the websites, and they seem promising. However, I'd hate to spend the money and then find the shirts weren't actually well-made. So, can anyone recommend one of these online shirtmakers?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Area Man at 7:32 AM on May 31, 2013 (12 comments)

I've recently discovered that I love reading non-fiction about the Great Outdoors and the things that happen there. I'm talking about books like 'Touching the Void' by Joe Simpson, and Jon Krakauer's books 'Into Thin Air' and 'Into the Wild'. It doesn't necessarily have to be about disasters and tragedies: I really loved this recent FPP about the Alaskan Iditarod. I want to read (but haven't yet) 'Into the Silence: the Great War, Mallory and the Conquest of Everest'. Please recommend me other books in this vein?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by meronym at 2:48 PM on May 2, 2013 (35 comments)

Major bicycle tools manufacturer Park Tool maintains a neatly sorted bevy of repair, maintenance and technical information articles. Their lead mechanic Calvin runs a video channel that includes -- among many other things -- on-the-road bicycle repair tips. Even more bike info (new bike assembly procedures, road and mountain bike positioning charts, thread concepts, drive train troubleshooting, etc.) is available on the miscellaneous topics page. Don't forget to check out the bicycle mechanics language spreadsheet!
posted to MetaFilter by cog_nate at 1:58 PM on February 28, 2013 (14 comments)

I want to see more well-shot video of traditional crafts/trades-people who are excellent at what they do. Links?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by pilibeen at 7:13 PM on February 28, 2013 (29 comments)

What are some famous works of obsession? Things like the guy who kept a detailed diary for decades, or extreme collectors, or people who have strived to do everything on a list, or perhaps some mammoth cataloging or organising effort.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by hoverboards don't work on water at 12:31 AM on January 22, 2013 (43 comments)

On December 14, 2012, DJ Shadow, best-known for his genre-breaking Endtroducing... was booted off the stage in the middle of his set, later tweeting about the incident and his fit there. The venue, Mansion has since issued an an apology, but already has a bit of a reputation for kicking DJs off the stage, having done it to DJ Dennis Ferrer.

So what did Shadow get booted for? Well, why not give it a listen for yourself?
posted to MetaFilter by TheNewWazoo at 5:49 PM on January 19, 2013 (104 comments)

You've done the research; what's the best?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by sportbucket at 1:24 PM on November 8, 2012 (46 comments)

Ten Jazz Albums to Listen to Before You Die.
posted to MetaFilter by zardoz at 11:03 PM on October 30, 2012 (119 comments)

Trade-offs between inequality, productivity, and employment - "The poor do not employ one another, because the necessities they require are produced and sold so cheaply by the rich. The rich are glad to sell to the poor, as long as the poor can come up with property or debt claims or other forms of insurance to offer as payment..."
posted to MetaFilter by kliuless at 12:20 AM on September 4, 2012 (45 comments)

How much time do commercial pilots actually spend flying planes by hand these days?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by bicyclefish at 11:46 AM on June 13, 2012 (13 comments)

Mixture.fm "gives access all the best DJ mixes from around the world. Including BBC Radio 1's famous Essential Mix." [via Hacker News]
posted to MetaFilter by Memo at 2:24 PM on May 10, 2012 (28 comments)

What Tumblrs do you follow?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by beshtya at 3:17 AM on May 7, 2012 (25 comments)

Vintage Posters from the Golden Age of Travel 1910-1959 BrainPickings' page of vintage poster art pertaining to travel.
posted to MetaFilter by ifjuly at 9:01 AM on February 28, 2012 (31 comments)

What are the best free websites and software for adults to use when trying to learn foreign languages?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by mortaddams at 7:48 PM on January 12, 2012 (17 comments)

Jamie Johnson, a heir to the Johnson & Johnson fortune, uses his family connections to gain a critical insider’s perspective and remarkable unguarded interviews of those who hold 50% of America’s wealth in two self-made documentaries: The One Percent (parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8) and Born Rich, along with a Vanity Fair blog. From the other side: Elizabeth Warren, The Woman Who Knew Too Much.
posted to MetaFilter by Bora Horza Gobuchul at 11:45 AM on October 16, 2011 (57 comments)

This weekend I picked up of a nice pair of shorts marked down from $69.99 to $39.99. I felt great getting a "bargain," then realized that even at the lower price the store still made a nice profit. This is not to say I felt duped. I know what I pay is what the item costs me, and that what it costs the store is irrelevant once I've made the decision to buy, but still I wonder: how much do my $150 jeans cost Nordstom, is my $79 Lacoste pique polo identical to that sold at JC Penney for $14.99?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by BadgerDoctor at 2:55 PM on October 3, 2011 (15 comments)

Pasta alla carbonara (usually spaghetti, but also fettuccine, rigatoni or bucatini) is an Italian pasta dish based on eggs, cheese (pecorino or parmesan), bacon (guanciale or pancetta), and black pepper.
posted to MetaFilter by Trurl at 9:26 PM on September 20, 2011 (105 comments)

What are some good blogs and other resources for someone just getting into mens fashion? Also, can you help me name my blog about my experiences diving into this at 30?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by ODiV at 12:28 PM on November 4, 2010 (9 comments)

What things would you would never consider paying money for, once you learned how easy it was to do/make/fix yourself?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by benzenedream at 2:48 AM on November 4, 2010 (101 comments)

Are there any bonafide secrets of Paris?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by fantasticninety at 6:21 AM on July 18, 2010 (29 comments)

Help me dress like a grown up. I'm tired of looking boyish on days that I don't wear a suit and a tie. What can a wear out around town, doing errands, at restaurants that says "Yes, I am an adult. Yes, I care about the way I look. No, I didn't wear this to work."
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Drama Penguin at 9:07 PM on July 4, 2010 (35 comments)

What fascinating websites am I missing? I regularly check out salon.com, slate, nytimes, huffingtonpost, reddit, jezebel, & of course metafilter. What websites do you check in on regularly?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by cherrybounce at 3:20 PM on July 5, 2010 (35 comments)

I read the news (BBC) daily and pick up The Economist once in awhile (it's expensive!). I'm curious and want to know what is going on in the world, but most of the time I can't put anything into perspective and understand what this means for the rest of the world or the possible impact on my life. For example, I'm not really sure why Bush started a war in Afghanistan, or the repercussions of the Gaza flotilla attack. I like how The Economist will analyze issues and say "X happened. This is bad because Y might happen now." or "A is mad because B did this in the past." in short, up front sentences. When I try to look people/events up on Wikipedia or Google, it's overwhelming because there is TOO much information to read, and I'm constantly having to look up more and more and this easily turns into hours of reading and 60 tabs open on my browser. How can I get a general grasp of international relations?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Anonymous at 12:46 PM on June 28, 2010 (35 comments)

What are the very best free Web-based resources for learning foreign languages? Details inside.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by jingzuo at 10:08 AM on May 10, 2010 (14 comments)

I need your favorite badasses of history and science!
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Turkey Glue at 10:45 AM on May 13, 2010 (142 comments)

Eating healthy on a budget isn't just for hipsters on food stamps. While some have called Michael Pollan and Mark Bittman's ideas about cooking and eating "elitist," there are many cooks who are smart enough to know that cooking at home is the only way to eat healthy on a budget. While Jamie Oliver pledges to give all school children "10 recipes that will save their lives," almost anyone on any budget can change the way they shop for, prepare, and think about food.
posted to MetaFilter by sararah at 3:35 PM on March 17, 2010 (78 comments)

Men's Style Filter: What essential clothing items should a man own? Specific recommendations welcome. (lots of details inside)
posted to Ask MetaFilter by MesoFilter at 10:06 AM on March 2, 2010 (43 comments)

I want to possess the knowledge, tools, materials, and workspace to make whatever the hell I feel like making, whenever I feel like making it. Because I can’t do this overnight, I want to start with the most versatile tools and skill first.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by bondcliff at 12:36 PM on February 22, 2010 (48 comments)

Looking for good fashion/style blogs with classic/chic/retro (especially 50s and 60s Mod) bent to inspire my personal clothing style and tell me where to shop for those types of clothing. (For a female.)
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Dukat at 11:03 AM on January 8, 2010 (8 comments)

What is the noticeable difference between a $100 pair of men's dress shoes and a $500 pair of men's dress shoes? I wear standard, department store $100 dress shoes to work every day (I used to wear Cole Haan; now I wear Johnston & Murphy). When the $100 shoe soles wear out, I have them re-soled. They do end up looking beat-up fairly quickly, even with polishing. I have been told that, if I spend more money on the shoes, they will last longer and the investment will be worth it.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by jayder at 4:59 PM on January 20, 2010 (29 comments)

What clever relationship "hacks" have you come up with? I'm looking to build up my mental catalogue of examples of non-obvious solutions to relationship difficulties. Help me think out of the box better in the future!
posted to Ask MetaFilter by wyzewoman at 10:48 AM on November 3, 2009 (58 comments)

Please help me understand what does "having a strong work ethic" mean?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Anonymous at 7:22 PM on November 3, 2009 (50 comments)

Can you recommend interesting men's shoe makers? I really (really!) like a lot of Cydwoq shoes, and some Fluevog's. I dislike shoes styled after athletic shoes or old track spikes. I'm most interested in learning about high style, relatively unusual shoes. They can be dress or casual.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by OmieWise at 1:07 PM on October 8, 2009 (12 comments)

Music videos that make you go WOW? For any reason - total genius or cheap, cheesy glittery appeal. List me your faves! I just want things that are great to stare at.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by mjao at 4:13 AM on September 12, 2009 (86 comments)

Two hundred and fifty years ago the Battle of the Plains of Abraham* took place in Quebec City. In a fight that lasted less than an hour (following a three-month siege throughout the summer of 1759), both generals died and the British won Quebec, soon becoming masters of most of North America.
posted to MetaFilter by zadcat at 6:54 PM on September 7, 2009 (91 comments)

Social mobility, income inequality and wealth disparities.
posted to MetaFilter by kliuless at 9:13 AM on September 7, 2009 (53 comments)

A few months ago I read about French-Canadian immigration into the U.S. from the 1840s to 1930s. Evidently, some of these immigrants established "Little Canadas." I'd like to learn more about them.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Korou at 1:15 PM on August 31, 2009 (17 comments)

What cooking secrets take your food to the almost-pro level?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by chalbe at 8:34 AM on August 24, 2009 (131 comments)

I like mind-blowing books. Please give me your best suggestions.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by aheckler at 4:58 PM on August 11, 2009 (74 comments)

TwangFilter: I've got about 2.5 months to pick up guitar. I'm not looking to play Stairway - I need to play chords and sing along, basically. Mostly folksy songs. What books/methods are best for learning?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by SNWidget at 11:19 AM on July 14, 2009 (16 comments)

What conversations are a MUST before two people get married?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by mittenbex at 4:19 PM on July 7, 2009 (57 comments)

I love reading personal anecdotes on MeFi and AskMeFi. Could you link me to your favorite anecdotal comments and threads? Thank you!
posted to MetaTalk by archagon at 12:54 AM on June 27, 2009 (52 comments)

I want a badass skill. I want to know how to do something that people will see and think "wow, that is badass."
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Autarky at 8:36 PM on June 29, 2009 (104 comments)