We’ve dished out a ton of great tips and advice on how to get that sharp dapper look. We know, it’s a lot of work. If you’ve missed the bite-sized tips such as “How to Button Your Jacket or Blazer” or “How to Match Shirts and Ties” or “How Suits […]
It goes without saying that every guy should have at least two to three suits (preferably in different shades) in their closet. In addition to an assortment of tailored suits, he should also have some clean shirts, a decent selection of ties/bowties and a sharp watch. But a dapper outfit […]
Elbow pads used to be geeky — in a “only wear if you’re a substitute teacher” kind of way. But as with all clothing trends, what’s old is new, and what’s dorky is cool again. Whether they’re jackets, blazers or sweaters, elbow pads add an extra look of toughness, even […]
Most of our Style 101 guides have focused on learning about how to look better, by understanding how to match shirts to finding the right pair of sunglasses for your face shape. However, this tip from PrimerMagazine is one that every guy (or gal) could find useful: how to restore […]
True story: I learned to tie a bow tie while I was half drunk at a friend’s house party. If I can learn it while I’m inebriated, then surely, you can too. Few guys wear bow ties because they’re looked upon as geeky or hipster-ish. It doesn’t take a whole […]
Nobody’s born with good style sense. Style, like cooking, is acquired through experiences. Over the last year, we’ve featured tips on how to keep your dress shirt crisp, how a suit should fit and even what types of sunglasses fit best for certain faces. You can find all our helpful […]
Birchbox isn’t just known for its monthly sample subscription of goods. The company’s website is actually a trove of insightful tips and tricks. From grooming to how-tos, to understanding style, Birchbox is a great source for becoming a more dapper guy. In one of its latest videos, Birchbox shows several […]
Genuine products cost money. If you want excellent quality, you need to pay for it. Knockoff leather bags (like any knockoff goods) may look authentic on the outside compared to the real deal, but you’d be shocked by how many corners were cut to get them on Canal Street. As […]
Every Thursday, J.Crew sends us an email reminding us its weekly factory sale is on. We usually skim through it in about two minutes and close the window, upset at all of the boring old plaid and flannel. Nevermind the sizes are usually too big. This week, though, was different. […]
Buying a suit is one of those things that every guy dreads. Unless you’ve got your own personal tailor, getting store-bought suits to fit right is a chore. Worse, most guys don’t realize that there’s a certain way a suit should look, from the length of its sleeves to the […]
Just because the last remnants of the summer’s warmth is starting to fade doesn’t mean your sunglasses should be packed away for the next two seasons. Here in NYC, a good pair of sunglasses (and some strong coffee) is all it takes to get us through a morning on the […]
Before you can find a proper collared shirt, it might be best if you knew what kind of shirt to look for. This handy infographic shows nine types of common shirt collars. From the classic to the club collar, each shirt is designed for a specific look. Pick the right […]
