Matt Alldian

An xkcd comic presents two potential futures that appear identical, referencing the grammar debate of "if it was" versus "if it were."

This article from Grantland explores the history of chess-playing computers and how their increasing sophistication has led to recent cheating scandals. via kottke.org

"The Knockoff Economy: How Imitation Sparks Innovation" explores how imitation, while potentially harmful, can actually drive innovation in fields like fashion and food. via Freakonomics.

"New York Fashion Week Portraits: The Creators" is a photo series by Justin Bridges showcasing designers at NYFW. See more of Justin's work on his blog, Tucked. via Complex.

Valet Magazine is featuring a Deal of the Day on a navy and white striped knit hoodie from Club Monaco, marked down from $150 to $99.

Find post-Christmas sales at retailers including Brooks Brothers, Mr. Porter, J. Crew, Spier and Mackay, and Ralph Lauren. via Put This On.

Find some of the best post-Christmas sales at retailers like Brooks Brothers, Mr. Porter, and J. Crew. via Put This On.

Check out this photo gallery by Christopher Fenimore showcasing street style at New York Fashion Week. via Complex

Mark Zuckerburg acknowledged Facebook's disappointing stock performance since the IPO, but remained optimistic about the company's future.

FlowingData reviews "The Functional Art" by Alberto Cairo, a book about creating effective information graphics. via FlowingData

This comic charts sports seasons with one side dedicated to US sports and the other to non-US sports.

Find post-Christmas sales at retailers including Brooks Brothers, Mr. Porter, J. Crew, Spier and Mackay, and Ralph Lauren. via Put This On.