Gentleman Within

Brogue Battle: Beckett Simonon Vs Allen Edmonds

In one corner we have Allen Edmonds, a fan favorite, and American classic that stands the test of time. And in the other corner we have the fast growing, and relative newcomer to the men's shoe category, Beckett Simonon. In this comprehensive review and brogue battle, we're taking a look at a few … Continue Reading

Dress Better With These 21 Essential Style Tips

How to dress well is a question that men begin to ask themselves at some point in life. And not surprisingly, because being a well dressed, stylish man has its advantages in today's modern world. Amazing things happen when you start to care about your appearance. Beyond all of the things that happen to … Continue Reading

5 Men’s Style Trends For 2019 You Need To Know

Men's fashion trends come and go by the day it seems, as fashion is a cyclical beast. Last January I wrote about 2018 men's style trends and it became one of my more popular posts last year, and so I'm back at it again with my trending fashion picks for 2019. There are a lot of bad men's style … Continue Reading

The Best Winter Clothing Deals (My Curated Picks)

Savvy shoppers all know that January onward is the best time to pick up winter gear because most retailers are clearing inventory for spring/summer seasons. Fashion's weird like that. Here is a list of the best winter clothing sales for men and my curated picks for each retailer. You can bookmark … Continue Reading

Smart Casual Winter Style Featuring Peter Manning NYC

If you're looking for smart casual outfits for men (with a little flair), then this post is for you. This article briefly touches on the smart casual dress code, gives a little background on Peter Manning NYC, and breaks down 5 smart casual outfit ideas for winter. All of the 5 winter outfits feature … Continue Reading

7 Boot Styles For Fall/Winter + Styling Inspiration

There are all kinds of men's boot styles from chelseas to chukkas and work boots to dress boots. This article is a deep dive on 7 awesome boot styles for men. So, do want to know one of the easiest ways to look like you know a thing or two about style this fall and winter season? Upgrade your boot … Continue Reading

8 Sneaker Trends For 2019 (You Need To Know)

Sneaker trends for 2019 are nothing new — it's just a renewal and resurgence of past styles — after all style and fashion is a cyclical beast. While trends in the menswear space seemingly come and go by the seasons, it's no surprise that sneaker culture changes just as quickly. If you've followed … Continue Reading

15 Men’s Winter Style Essentials Worth Picking Up Right Now

With fall soon behind us and winter on the horizon, you'll want to be equipped with these winter essentials to help get you through. Here's what I consider men's winter style essentials worth picking up right now. It's a collection of some of my favorite pieces in menswear over the past few years. All … Continue Reading

My 30 Day 100x Fitness Challenge Results

Around a month ago I started My 30 Day Fitness Challenge which required me to do 100 pushups, 100 pull ups, 100 sit ups, and 100 squats everyday for 30 days straight. I'm happy to announce that I made it through those 30 days. And in this update I'm going to show you weekly progress photos as well … Continue Reading

What 7 Michael Jordan Quotes Can Teach You About Style

In the sports world, when we think about greatest of all time, a few names spring to mind. Muhammad Ali, Wayne Gretzky, Roger Federer, Tom Brady, Michael Jordan. Jordan's Greatness Let's stop with #23. Already a legend before his first retirement in '93, he came back wearing the 4-5 (exactly 22 years … Continue Reading

51 Ways To Be A Modern-Day Gentleman

It's no question we live in a digital—always-in-front-of-a-screen—smartphone obsessed society. And with the dating apps craze more prevalent than ever, it has both men and especially women questioning, "where have all the gentleman gone?" Given the name of this blog, I should probably address my … Continue Reading

57 Reasons to Be A Modern-Day Gentleman (Top Experts Weigh In)

It's not easy being a gentleman these days. The following quote describes a gentleman perfectly. "A man tries to make his mark and a gentleman strives to leave a mark. A man accepts a favor and a gentleman returns the favor. A man gives orders and a gentleman inspires. A man fits the mold and a gentleman … Continue Reading

The 5 Elements Of Timeless Style

As we start a new year, I thought it'd be the perfect time to explore the idea of timeless style. What is timeless style? I define it as always looking stylish. I believe there are a handful of elements to keep in mind and be aware of in the pursuit of timeless style. The men who always appear … Continue Reading

Travel Essentials & Tips: Key Items To Pack For Your Vacation

Here's a rundown of the travel essentials that I pack with me whether for a long trip abroad or a short weekend trip within the States. I've discussed international travel tips and what I packed for a weekend trip in previous posts, but this … Continue Reading

What I Wore: Desert Style with Chevy OOTD

In early February, a representative at Chevrolet reached out with a special opportunity to get a behind the scenes look into some of the iconic and noteworthy music staples in Los Angeles and the Joshua Tree area. They had planned out an … Continue Reading

What I Packed: Weekend Trip With The Boys

I don't like packing, whether for a move, a trip, whatever—I absolutely hate it. So much so that I often find myself packing in the early hours of the morning with an 8am flight the next day. Not exactly ideal, but I've been working on it. If … Continue Reading

International Travel Tips And Tricks For Men | Packing For A Trip Abroad

There’s a quote by American author Neale Donal Walsch: “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” Over the years I’ve found that my life gets significantly better when I take myself outside of my comfort zone. One way is through travel; … Continue Reading

Why Style is Worth Caring About

We are on the cusp of a men's style renaissance. From the ever-growing list of bloggers, YouTube channels, Instagram influencers to Tumblr and Pinterest inspiration, as well as countless subscription services, we live in a time that there's an … Continue Reading

The First Rule of Men’s Style (You Don’t Want to Break)

First things first: Ask any men's style blogger or enthusiast what the single most important factor in dressing well is. They will tell you the same thing. Fit is everything. If there's one thing I'd tell a guy looking to improve his style, … Continue Reading

Your Personal Style Journey (Does Style Matter?)

In this article I'm going to talk about a man's style journey and whether or not style matters. Umm, but Khoi, didn't you write a piece about why style is worth caring about? I did, but hear me out... It's pretty cliché, but life is a journey. … Continue Reading

Cleaning Out Your Closet (It’s About Time..)

Ever feel like you have so much crap in your closet, but nothing to wear? An endless supply of shirts in all kinds of shapes, sizes, patterns and colors to ratty old t-shirts, sports jerseys, oversized hoodies, and baggy jeans from the early 2000s? … Continue Reading