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Men's Shorts - The Do's And Dont's Of Wearing Shorts
The do's and dont's of wearing shorts - I recently chatted with a girlfriend about a man she was dating and an unfortunate fashion blunder he was prone to make. She described this man as having unusually nice legs, but the one issue she had with these particular legs and their owner was that they were often seen wearing extra short shorts. All of this talk of men and shorts got me thinking about the do's and don'ts of men and shorts and so I came up with a list of both.
Men's Wardrobe Essentials For Formal Or Semi Formal Occasions
Men's Wardrobe Essentials For Formal Or Semi Formal Occasions - One of several articles about building a basic wardrobe; this article focuses on six key items I believe necessary for mens formal or semi formal occasions such as an interview, a wedding, or a date.
6 Men's Fashion Trends I Wish Would Die
I spend hours researching men's fashion and grooming topics so I can bestow upon my readers my witty sarcasm towards fashion and style faux pas, but only to steer them in a positive, blunderless direction. Here I have compiled some a six men's fashion trends that I wish would die.
6 Rules to Live by When Wearing Black Clothes
If you like to wear black as much as I do, listen up. I have become quite aware of the way different fabrics hold black dye as well as which fabrics and textures look good together. With this in mind, I live by these six rules.
Men's Underwear - Top Picks in T-shirts and Underwear for Men
There was a time when guys didn't have many options when it came to their underwear and what was available wasn't all that exciting to boot. Times have changed though and men have the luxury of choosing all kinds of styles, fabrics and fits. Here you will find my top picks in t-shirts and underwear for men.
What Makes Sweaters Seasonless and Stylish
Sweaters (or knits) are a staple in every man’s wardrobe. They are seasonless (cottons for summer, wools for winter, cashmere year round) and versatile. I have to say that knits (as I like to call them) are my single favorite thing to wear. I wear them often and throughout the year. I like how comfortable they are and how they add texture and richness to an ensemble.
Real Men Wear Pink
There is something alluring about pink. Maybe that’s because psychologically it is known to have a calming effect. Or maybe it’s because it is complimentary to most skin tones. Or maybe it’s because a man who wears pink exudes confidence, yet is sensitive. Pink is also easy to coordinate with almost every color in your wardrobe--it goes amazingly well with greys, tans, black, navys and other blues tones. So give pink a try if you haven’t already.
Men's Fashion - 6 Important Men's Fashion Rules to Live By
Men's Fashion - Important Men's Fashion Rules to Live By. Every man has asked themselves about matching their socks with their trousers and other assorted questions at some point in their lives. Here I have listed six important men's fashion rules to live by which should at least clear up some confusion about a few things.
7 Tips Men Need to Know About Wearing Color
Tips Men Need to Know About Wearing Color - A man who knows how to wear color well can really turn some heads. According to Kim Johnson Gross, co-founder of Chic Simple Ltd, men shouldn't be afraid of color but should embrace it. They should experiment even if it’s just with shirt colors. Kim and I discussed this topic and came up with several tips men need to know about wearing color.
Don't Treat Your Sport Shirts Like They Are Dress Shirts
Just because a particular shirt may look like a dress shirt that doesnt mean it is. Sport shirts have become increasing popular with the corporate casual dress code taking over the American work place. As a result there are lots of shirts out there posing as dress shirts when they are really sport shirts. Allow me to clarify the difference between the two.
Corduroy - Men's Corduroy Pants are the Perfect Seasonal Choice
Nothing marks the sign of the seasonal transition like velvety corduroy. It is such a rich fabric and so comfortable. This season’s cords present a range of wales, cuts and colors that makes cords a versatile and fashion-forward choice for fall menswear. So if you don’t already own a pair of men's coduroy pants, you are missing out.
Authentic Rugby Purveyor Canterbury of New Zealand Creates "Ready-to-Wear" Line
Canterbury of New Zealand is the official purveyor of rugby team uniforms for many of the world's top teams. They are bringing their century-old heritage to the U.S. with a new "Off Field" collection that blends elements of rugby style with a contemporary flavor. This new collection for fall 2006 is super cool.
A Classic Reborn - Khakis for Men are Making a Comeback
This fall you will notice that khakis (also known as chinos) are taking a cue from the denim world, employing interesting washes, new fits, good hardware, and detailing. It’s all about options and variations, shedding the previous image khakis had for not being serious enough for business and not cool enough for after hours. According to market research conducted by Cotton Incorporated the updated khaki pant will likely appeal to men of all ages.
Men's Fashion - 8 Men's Fashion Mistakes to Avoid
Mens fashion - We all make fashion errors now and again, but some mens fashion mistakes are just unforgivable. I have outlined eight mens fashion mistakes to avoid at all costs.
Men's Fashion Tips - Wardrobe Tips for Challenging Body Types
Let’s not beat around the bush, nobody’s perfect. We all have our set of challenges when it comes to finding clothes we find flattering on ourselves otherwise known as dressing for your body type. Keep these tips in mind when putting a wardrobe or an outfit together.
Fashion Advice for Men Over 40
Fashion Advice for Men Over 40 - According to Kim Johnson Gross, co-founder of Chic Simple Ltd, a man should not give up on style just because he is over the age of 40, but there are some guidelines he should follow. In a conversation I had with Kim she outlined some of those guidelines.
What Does Your Underwear Say About You?
Underwear: whether boxers, briefs or anything in between, underwear has come a long way in recent years. Men aren't always quick to pick up on the subtleties of undergarments. Some guys need just a little more guidance. Let’s break down our options.