Shoes are one of the sartorial elements to which any man should pay attention. A pair of shoes can complete or ruin an outfit. These days, it can be very useful for men to own more than just one pair of dress shoes. And, while you might know the main things that differentiate brogues, derbies […]
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Coordinating the colors of your in a way that is flattering is an essential part of style. Wearing clothes that are well coordinated will make you look fresh, crisp and extremely fashionable. In order to create color combinations that work, there are a few rules you need to keep in mind. In order to make […]
When it comes to creativity and originality in outfits, many people are looking for unique way to express who they are and their aspirations through their outfits. One way many men (and women) choose to do it is by mixing prints and patterns. While most people stick to two prints or patterns in one outfit, […]
Most suit jackets, blazers and sportscoats are based on the same patterns and styles. However, there are alternatives to the classic suit jacket, which have a great dose of style as well. One of these is the Nehru jacket. Style and history The Nehru jacket describes a hip-length tailored coat for men (but […]
Wearing a shirt and a tie is one of the strongest things associated with manliness. Many men from around the world wear shirts and ties on a daily basis and some only on certain occasions. Because they wear them so often or because they want to make sure they look great on a special day, […]
Many guys today are very interested in beards and in growing a great beard or even just a mustache. However, a lot of men don’t know how to go about growing a beard, what this implies and what they can do to make it grow faster. It might sound as easy as simply putting down […]
Mixing patterns and prints is a little trickier than mixing colors, as when you are mixing colors, you can use the color wheel to see what colors go together well. Prints and patterns however, are a lot of times a combination of colors to begin with; their components have shapes which you need to establish […]
The color theory Color coordination is one of the most important things when it comes to style. A well-thought outfit always has an advantage as opposed to an outfit that has not been so carefully put together. We wrote a while ago a complete guide on how to choose the colors of your clothes. In […]
Patterns are defined as discernible regularities in the natural world or in a manmade design. They are characterized by the fact that they repeat one or more elements in a predictable manner. Natural patterns are usually a lot more chaotic than manmade patterns, and often involve fractals. In fashion, patterns are often used on clothes […]
When a man dresses up, we feel that he needs to pay attention to all the details of his outfit. We always like to say: do it right and do it big! Certain elements are sometimes overlooked though and can create an involuntarily inappropriate look. Lapels are at often times a feature of a suit […]
Choosing the right color of your clothes can be a challenging process and many people wonder what the best way to create a color scheme that will flatter your natural look is. In a previous article, we talked about the color wheel, which is a useful instrument when it comes to putting an outfit together. […]
Have you ever wondered what colors look best on you? Of course, this is something that varies from person to person and is relative, as the best clothes for you are the ones you like and feel good in. But generally, some colors look better on different skin tones. The colors we wear can make us look healthier or pale. Wearing […]