The Men's Field Guide

Dasha Orlova

Staff Writer

Dasha Orlova is a Staff Writer at The Men's Field Guide, where she covers consumer technology, automotive tech, and men's apparel for the Field Tested and The Style Kit sections. She is passionate about the intersection of form and function, believing that the best products enhance daily life without complicating it. Her writing approach cuts through marketing hype to deliver candid, hands-on reviews and style advice. Through her rigorous evaluations, Dasha helps readers find high-quality gear and wardrobe essentials that offer genuine value.

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A diverse group of Gen Z individuals confidently displaying unique and trendsetting outfits in a modern urban environment.
The Style Kit

How Gen Z Defines Current Fashion Trends

Nearly half of Gen Z (49.1%) confidently declares themselves 'more fashionable than most people,' signaling their assertive grip on defining style and influencing current fashion trends.

Jul 17, 2026 · 5 min read

A Verge reader using the compact Xteink X4 e-reader with MagSafe attachment on Prime Day 2026, highlighting a trend towards specialized tech.
Field Tested

Verge Readers Buy Niche Tech on Prime Day 2026

This Prime Day, Verge readers are flocking to a new e-reader, the Xteink X4.

Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read

Amazon Prime Day logo with Apple product boxes vanishing, symbolizing rapid sell-outs and high consumer demand for discounted electronics.
Field Tested

Amazon Prime Day: Apple Deals Selling Out Fast

The 11-inch iPad Air M4, a highly anticipated Apple product for 2026, is already out of stock on Amazon as Prime Day draws to a close, according to CNN .

Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read

A high-tech robot vacuum cleaning a modern living room during Amazon Prime Day 2026, showcasing significant price drops.
Field Tested

Amazon Prime Day 2026 Robot Vacuum Deals Drop Prices

During Amazon Prime Day 2026, the Roborock Saros 10R, once a top-tier robot vacuum, saw its price slashed by an astonishing $700.

Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read

Collage of discounted tech gadgets like laptops and headphones, alongside home appliances such as espresso machines and vacuums, with Prime Day sale graphics.
Field Tested

Amazon Prime Day Deals Continue With Tech and Home Savings

Thursday's 'big deals' include a Breville espresso machine at its lowest price ever.

Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read

The Roborock Saros 20 robot vacuum cleaning a modern living room floor with sunlight streaming in.
Field Tested

Roborock Saros 20 robot vacuum drops £300 for early Prime Day

The Roborock Saros 20, a robot vacuum capable of raising its body to clear 3.

Jun 24, 2026 · 3 min read

Man in a business casual suit and dress sneakers walking in a modern office, showcasing professional yet comfortable footwear.
The Style Kit

Key Dress Sneaker Styles for Men's Smart Casual Business

For business casual, the best men's sneakers ditch bulky shapes and flashy logos.

Jun 23, 2026 · 4 min read

Buzz Lightyear and Woody confronting a captivating smart tablet, Lilypad, that is distracting their owner Bonnie.
Field Tested

Toy Story explores tech adoption's evolving relevance

In Toy Story 5, Buzz Lightyear and Woody must unite their fellow toys to rescue their owner, Bonnie, from the captivating influence of a new smart tablet: Lilypad.

Jun 21, 2026 · 2 min read

Snap's $2,195 Specs AR glasses displayed on a modern table, showcasing their luxury tech appeal with a subtle lens glow.
Field Tested

Snap's $2,195 Specs AR glasses review: Niche appeal

Snap's new augmented reality glasses, called Specs, will cost $2,195, placing them firmly in the luxury tech category rather than the playful consumer market Snap typically targets.

Jun 19, 2026 · 4 min read

A futuristic Apple device screen showing an abstract Siri interface in a professional, dimly lit tech office setting, symbolizing advanced AI with ethical constraints.
Field Tested

Apple Exec Rejects Idea of Siri as AI Girlfriend Companion

Craig Federighi, Apple's software chief, recently dismissed the idea of Siri as an AI girlfriend or boyfriend.

Jun 12, 2026 · 3 min read

YouTube logo with a speech bubble icon emerging, symbolizing the return of its direct messaging feature after a six-year absence.
Field Tested

YouTube Revives Direct Messaging After Six-Year Hiatus

Six years after unceremoniously ditching its in-app messaging, YouTube is now rolling out a direct messaging feature to 40 countries, a list that includes major players like the US, UK, Brazil, and Si

Jun 11, 2026 · 2 min read

The Benchmade Bugout Vapyr pocket knife, a $375 luxury EDC tool, displayed on a dark, polished wood surface with dramatic lighting.
Field Tested

Benchmade Unveils Thinner Bugout Vapyr Pocket Knife for $375

Benchmade's new Bugout Vapyr, a thinner version of its popular knife, now commands a $375 price tag.

Jun 7, 2026 · 3 min read

The new Klipsch Rebellion compact standmount loudspeaker from the Heritage Series, showcased in a modern, elegant setting.
Field Tested

Klipsch Reimagines Iconic Heritage Loudspeaker with New Rebellion Model

At High End Vienna 2026, Klipsch dropped a bombshell: its first-ever compact standmount loudspeaker in the revered Heritage Series, priced at US$2599.

Jun 5, 2026 · 3 min read

AMD's AM5 socket motherboard with futuristic design, symbolizing guaranteed support through 2029 and long-term value for PC builders.
Field Tested

AMD Guarantees AM5 Socket Support Through 2029, Securing Long-Term Value

At Computex 2026, AMD announced it will support its AM5 socket through 2029, while simultaneously re-releasing a 10th Anniversary Edition of the AM4-based Ryzen 7 5800X3D.

Jun 1, 2026 · 2 min read

Futuristic Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra displaying a visualization of 1 petaflop AI compute power, powered by the Nvidia RTX Spark chip.
Field Tested

Microsoft Unveils Surface Laptop Ultra With Nvidia RTX Spark

The Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra, set for a 2026 launch, will pack an astonishing 1 petaflop of AI compute power.

Jun 1, 2026 · 3 min read

Cecil Baldwin, the distinctive voice behind 'Welcome to Night Vale,' expresses frustration with a car's technology, highlighting his common tech pet peeves.
Field Tested

Cecil Baldwin shares his top tech pet peeves

The voice behind 'Welcome to Night Vale,' Cecil Baldwin, wishes for a simple, physical impossibility: that cars would prevent drivers from texting.

May 31, 2026 · 2 min read

A close-up shot of the new 13-inch Apple M4 iPad Air with its screen illuminated, emphasizing its premium design and the Amazon discount.
Field Tested

Amazon offers 13% off Apple's new M4 iPad Air

The 13-inch M4 iPad Air, Apple's latest premium tablet, has plummeted to an unprecedented $699 on Amazon, barely weeks after its release.

May 28, 2026 · 2 min read

A person choosing between a crumbling short staircase labeled '30-Day Challenge' and a long, winding trail labeled 'Sustainable Habits'.
Field Tested

Why 30-Day Challenges Fail: Build Habits That Actually Stick

Despite 70% of adults attempting a 30-day self-improvement challenge, only 15% maintain their new habit six months later, according to a Wellness Trends Report .

May 25, 2026 · 2 min read

Friends enjoying a picnic with a GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Chair in a mountain meadow during the REI Anniversary Sale.
The Style Kit

REI Anniversary Sale offers last-minute deals for $30 membership

During the ongoing REI Anniversary Sale, a GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Chair is discounted by 40%, dropping its price to under $50, making premium outdoor gear surprisingly accessible, according to U

May 25, 2026 · 3 min read

Family packing for vacation with high-end tech gadgets, highlighting smart savings on big-ticket items during Memorial Day sales.
Field Tested

Memorial Day deals on big-ticket tech and travel

This Memorial Day, don't be fooled by the $7 doorbusters.

May 23, 2026 · 2 min read