Owen & Fred, New York

It all started with a wallet. In 2012, Michael Arnot searched high and low for a new one, but he soon discovered products at department stores and even smaller boutiques were lacking. So, Michael felt compelled to change the landscape of men's goods.

He founded Owen & Fred, and by the end of 2012, his company had grabbed the attention of numerous magazines and blogs—even GQ. Based in New York, Owen & Fred specializes in essential, day-to-day items for men, from pens and luggage tags to cufflinks and, of course, wallets. Everything is American-made, and the company keeps its inventory fresh by striving to release at least on new product every month.