First, I know I missed MANly Monday – it happens sometimes but there’s no less love for you! On to business…. The ladies have had it for awhile but now the guys can too…a Minimergency kit for him by Pinch Provisions. Next time you need a safety pin and your girlfriend says, “What would you do without me?“, you can reply, “Be fine.“! For a mere $14, each Minimergency kit includes mending kit, lip balm, nail clipper, shoe shine towelette, and
So you throw on jeans and a button down shirt, and waah-laa – you’re casual. Not! Actually you look like a businessman whose suitcase got lost. To truly achieve “casual”, enter our FIVE step program! Fit still matters. Oversized doesn’t mean casual Focus on two neutrals and one “color” = three colors! Layer lightly The shoes shouldn’t be the same ones worn to work Invest in three pairs of weekend pants (dark denim, cargo, khakis) Now go forth and conquer
Yes, this one is mundane but so essential. The rules for men don’t change nearly as often as those for women and, more importantly, you’re preferences change even less frequently! Write down your style rules and live by them. If you don’t have any (or so you think), let me suggest a few…. Know your shirt size (that’s neck and arm length) Find a tailor and stick with ’em! Make note of the brands that always garner compliments when you
This one isn’t hard and it’s a lesson that GQ kindly shared with us. Tailoring is essentially and the smallest details can ruin a perfectly dapper look.
Men need to keep it together better. And what better way to do it than with an accessories case?! Forget a separate watch holder, place for your cufflinks, and something to hold your other extras. Problem/annoyance solved! This shearling-lined and leather-trimmed accessories case is manly but soft enough to carry your “finer” goods. Get yours…now. Available: ahalife, $180
Men own too many pairs of less-than-useful collar stays. You need just one nice pair since you only wear one shirt at a time…plus it’s easier to keep track! Nab your titanium collar stays now….for less than $15! Titanium Collar Stays regular $10.00 USDextra long $13.00 USD
Ey chaps! It’s that time of year when you’re hitting the road either with family, your significant other, or just doing the annual boys trip to….(no comment). Or maybe it’s just ramped up travel for work. Either way, you need/want to arrive in style and ready to hit the ground running if need be. A quick change at the airport or in your hotel room can happen if you’re carrying the sullivan shirt pack. This genius contraption made of canvas
The navy blazer is one of the key elements in any professional man’s closet but it’s summer, so do we need to change the way we handle this item? it’s still essential go lighter in weight try a plaid pattern the thinner/more refined the line/pattern, the more easily it can be dressed up wear with light grey, white, or camel pants shoes should be cream nubuck or in the cognac/luggage family ….which means your belt should be…(you guessed it)! Options:
It’s always the season for black tie but unless you’re in the mix often, you can sometimes forget what’s what and how to handle that tricky invite wording! Here is the easiest version of what you need to know: Black tie/black tie required = a fairly formal event and guests dress accordingly. The term “black tie” means guests are expected to wear tuxedos, bow “ties” and formal gowns, which are most often floor length (ladies) Black tie optional = you can take
What makes a suit casual isn’t that it’s wrinkled or that your posture says ‘slouchy’ but that the fabric, fit and lack of accessories should say ‘comfortable’. A cool attitude and casual shoe don’t hurt too….
Full Canvas. This is typically used for bespoke and MTM (made to measure) This construction calls a lot to make Typically done by hand by tailors with years of experience Read more here.
Fully Fused. Most common type of suit for off-the-rack purchases Uses glue and makes for a stiff-looking jacket Counter the effects by opting for a heavier weighted wool Read more here.
Half Canvas. It’s on the middle of the quality spectrum Has the structural benefits of a full canvas suit Helps to avoid the bubbling issue Read more here.
In a recent Esquire survey, 44% of men said it was not important to be perceived as normal and fully 29% said that they “honestly really never thought about it”. My question: then who do they dress for?
That is the question… The answer? Do whatcha like…kinda. In reality though, socks for men are a must in the workplace. No self-respecting man will go into an office wearing a well-fitted suit and awesome shoes, and no socks. I don’t see it. Plus they offer an opportunity to get a little jiggy with your look. In addition to the self-respecting part, think about the weather. If it’s cold, rainy or snowing, it’s just dumb. Why freeze when you can
When going to purchase a watch, consider water-resistance, complications, and movement. Patek Philippe is a company of firsts (and only’s) including the first split-seconds chronograph wristwatch!
Other than a pocket square maybe, what else can give you instant style and street cred for under $10….? It’s a rhetorical question because the answer is shoelaces! Yep pull out those God-forsaken tattered old brown ones you have and, in honor of decent weather (or just to force spring to show its face), pop in a pair of red, blue, grey, or navy laces. BOOM! Color. WINNING! $8. Check out hook + ALBERT. And they have tassels too!
I’m not a guy but if you are then you are either a boxer, briefs, or boxer-briefs guy….or so you were lead to believe. Ask yourself when you made the decision to be a briefs guy because I’m guessing the answer was waay back when. And that’s fine….except Now there’s so much more to underwear than that one decision. You can now consider options like colors, moisture-wicking, shapewear (ummm yes!), odor-absorbing, and much more. The same holds true for tees,
Fold dress shirts in bundles – Stack them one atop the other with the arms spread, fold the bundle in half with the collars on top, and cross the arms over each other. Pack the bundle at the top of your luggage, and shake everything out and hang it as soon as you can.
Ladies- have you ever stopped mid-stride to sniff the air because there’s something lingering that smells just yummy and you want to find out what it is? I have – and while it’s quite disruptive to the flow of other pedestrians, it’s essential. Gents- have you ever wanted to make a woman stop dead-in-her-tracks? If so, check out this new scent by Dior, Dior Homme. It’s woodsy and peppery with a masculine signature. It’s sophisticated and unassuming but still has
If you can’t place one finger comfortably into the top of your buttoned shirt, it’s too small. Can you even breathe?
Two shoes. One pair. Must have for any man to possess dignity, self-worth, and pride. The answer: Esquivel davis wingtip While most of my male readers are professionals and possess an ample shoe closet, there are still some who live a life that doesn’t require a dress shoe or slacks on a daily basis. Or perhaps their life of leisure means dressing up is an “occasion” rather than a necessity. For those gents, you can begin to build a shoe
When you wear a tie that is excessively patterned/overly zesty/truly eye-popping, it requires a plain shirt. Do you understand?
It’s sweater weather….kinda! Imagine your travel plans from the East Coast to the south for a weekend wedding, or an evening outing with the fellas to do ‘man cave’ stuff – plan on starting with a good sweater and then layer from there. This Japanese brand Beams Plus does staples really well. The cut is generally slim and the quality is top-notch. A t-shirt underneath for a casual outing or a buttondown for a night out with your girl works
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