Rules of Matching Ties and Shirt

Rules of Matching Ties and Shirt

Some men become paralyzed when they try to match ties with shirts. But different patterns and textures can look knowingly stylish - if you follow this guide.

Sophisticated

Why it works?
The dominant colors in both shirt and tie are the same tone., but not a perfect match. The flecked texture of wool tie provides a contrast with the shirt's classic windowpane.

Conservative

Why it works?
Stripes and checks can work when the shirt and tie share a common color. Make sure one of the two (in this case the tie) is bolder than the older


Casual

Why it works?
The bigger the checks, the more casual the shirt. Match that feeling with a textured tie in a loose knot. To make it more formal, switch the tie to a silk one and tighten the knot

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The Perfect Fit: Dress Shirt

The Perfect Fit: Dress Shirt

A dress shirt should make you look good and flatter the body you've worked hard to build. A shirt that's too large can make a big guy look bigger, a small guy look tiny and any guy look sloppy. Here's how to find the right fit.

Neck

When your shirt is completely unbuttoned, you should be able to stick one or two fingers in your collar comfortably. If you can turn your head without choking, it's a good fit.


Shoulder

The seam should sit at the shoulder, it can be half an inch over, but never under. If it's more than half an inch over, the body may be too loose r boxy. Too much under and the armhole will be uncomfortable.

Dealbreaker

A collar or cuff that does not fit cannot be altered. A shirt body can be taken in but never let out.

Body

Your body should be able to pinch an inch of fabric on each side of your body. Any more and the fit will be too loose. Look for darting (the sewn-in shaping) which indicates a slimmer fit. The shirt should fall at least seven inches below your waist; you should be able to lift your arms without the shirt coming untucked.

Sleeves

A shirt cuff should sit 1-1.5 inches above your thumb joint. If you can slide your hand through a cuff without unbuttoning it, the cuffs probably to big.

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Get The Pair To Match Your Lifestyle

Get The Pair To Match Your Lifestyle

It's not true that women dominate the realm of the shoe fetish. Men have it too. They talk about it with their friends compare who has the latest edition of high tech sneakers, or even ask where they can get a nice leather pair for work. They discuss the shoe merits with the detached objectivity and monotone voice of a scientist or inspector. The specs counts. they can;t just be cute or the perfect match to a long sleeve top. They need to be comfortable too as guys will never sacrifice comfort for fashion.

Another more recent addition to this shoe checklist is how seamlessly they can blend in with the wearer's lifestyle. And it is in the vague and fast moving area that the modern shoe hybrid  comes to play - welcome the lifestyle shoes. What is it exactly and what it is for? To be honest there's no straight answer to that. They are for whatever purpose you might need them for - a stroll in the mall, a coffee date with your girl or a company outing. These shoes cover that gray area between the dress shoe and the scruffy sneaks.. they're stylized sneaks and dresses-down wingtips. They have metallic strips of color that make them funky enough for clubbing, distressed leather for daily pavement pounding and even shiny patent leather  for snazzy, evening events.

Lifestyle shoes - they've got all you gray areas covered.

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Guys be wise - moisturize!

Guys be wise - moisturize!

It might seem a touch of enthusiastic to start an anti-aging routine early on, but it's worth knowing that using a good moisturizer as early as age 18 can help slow down the ageing process.


What

Choose one based on you skin type. If you have oily skin, use one that regulates production of oil. If you have dull, uneven skin, choose one that has whitening ingredients. Wrinkled? Get one that contains anti-ageing ingredients.

When

It's important  that you moisturize every morning after washing with the added benefit of SPF protection ensures you stay protected against the sun's harmful aging rays.

How

Do not Splat the moisturizer all over you face. Dispense a pea size amount on your finger and gently apply it on key areas of your face - forehead, cheeks and neck. USe an upward circular motion and avoid your eye area.

TOP 3 on our list

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