Code Name: Down to Business (DtB) Given Name: leather briefcase Alias’: briefcase, satchel, bag, brief, carryall, luggage Uses: to carry secrets; to trade war stories; to conduct worldwide transactions Mission: to complement the man about town Ideal Agent: savvy businessman….or mover-and-shaker Fallback: Trafalgar leather business case, $168 Deadline: set to disappear….very soon! .
Fellas you travel — and you travel often! One of the biggest complaints I hear is that your men’s furnishings didn’t make it in perfect condition so, let us help! Click on the link to Beyond the Rack, and grab one of the leather tie holders ($29)…..zip closure and 2 snap shut tie securing bands Need I say more…..it’s an essential!.
Men to be on the move is cool, but to do it in style is a calling! There are lots of carryall alternatives out there and some of them will even prevent you from traveling but, this Ted Baker Canvas Carryall is perfect in terms of function and price.
Every man needs a dimepiece aka a beautiful woman! LOL – I’m joking; I really mean every man needs a timepiece! Besides your shoes, a man’s watch definitely tells more than just time so, transition into fall with a piece that tells the story of your confidence and success as well as your aspirations for further greatness. Here are a few watches that can help tell the tale:
Does this ooze with class and sophistication…or what?! If anyone is interested in purchasing, please contact Smith & Company in Houston, TX (713-599-0007) but, for the rest, let’s just note the specs or head to 1stdibs to get a closer look: 2008 large man’s Cartier Roadster watch with all links; also has a brown crocodile strap with deployment clasp (with original box, papers, C.D.) 18k gold Swiss movement Near-perfect condition Price: $24,000 Having a timepiece like this almost makes watching the clock a
Until about a year or two ago, it was “in” to flash your platinum card or the most ostentatious card you had when paying for a meal or tossing back a brew. However, with the advent of a recession and the new “in-ness” of frugality, that’s all out the window. What does this mean for the card-toting cadre of high-rollers? You have three options (well presumably more but, for the sake of time, space, and attention span, let’s stick with
Men, It’s Time…Literally!! To kick off our Men’s Week, Blueprint for Style is focusing on one of the most critical elements of a man’s wardrobe – his timepiece. By itself, the little piece of wonderment says lots about what you are and who you are not and, what you live for and how you make it happen but also a little of where you’re headed and how you plan to get there…some much from something so small!!
I have some definite know-how when it comes to pulling men’s business attire together but, I don’t know it all. So, I’ve pulled together expertise from a variety of sources, vetted it (some people are not reliable), and created this quick crib sheet on how to coordinate ties, shirts and suits. READ IT – did we get it right?!?
For guys, there’s some connection with cigars. I’m a woman so, I don’t know what it is but I need the fellas to clear it up. Cigars are “cool” therefore, if you smoke a cigar, you must be “cool” too.
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