Depending on your style, socks can serve a variety of purposes ranging from purely monochromatic to a bold statement piece.We frequently get asked for tips on coordinating trousers, shoes and socks; if you’re looking for pointers, this guide is for you. When in Doubt, Keep it Simple First, to put … Continue Reading
How to Take Care of Your Clothes (So They Last)
Why would you spend $600 on a suit that you can only wear once?Why only once?Well, you spilled an entire cocktail on it.You washed it, but you didn't realize that simply throwing it in the washing machine would cause all of the buttons to fall off and shrink it two sizes.Oops!What’s … Continue Reading
6 Types of Shoes Every Man Needs (And a Few Nice to Haves)
Shoes are important—perhaps, the most important item of clothing in a man's wardrobe, which is why I've compiled this list of essential shoes for men. Besides nailing the fit, I'd say that most men should first start with investing in a few quality pairs of shoes.Fellas, it's time to take inventory … Continue Reading
10 Best Colors to Wear for Southeast Asian Skin Tone
Alright fellas, as a Southeast Asian man, I feel like I'm in a pretty good position to talk about what I think are some of the best colors to wear for Asian men.Now, let me start off by saying that color choice, much like style, is a personal thing. Ultimately, you can wear whatever color you like, … Continue Reading
20 Best & Worst Men’s Fashion Trends of the Past 10 Years
Everyone follows trends and if someone tells you they don't, well then they might as well be naked. Over the past decade we've seen a myriad of men's fashion trends come and go, some are still going strong and some on their way out.In this article I'd like to run down my list of 20 of the … Continue Reading
10 Proven Techniques for Approaching and Meeting Women in 2020
Hey my fellow gents! I want to play a game with you…Let’s play “What Do You Do?”Here’s the scenario, you’re at a bar/venue/event/etc., and you see a beautiful woman smiling at you from across the room/bar/whatever.What do you do?Did you freeze?Overthink?Totally blow it?Okay, okay, … Continue Reading
8 Essentials to Boost Your Workout and Look Good
If you’re anything like me, you’ve been working out in the same getup for years. Baggy t-shirt. Old mesh shorts. Beat up running shoes. You know, an outfit better suited to painting my house rather than going into public.Recently, I picked up a few new items to keep up with my exercise routine. I … Continue Reading
3 Watches Every Man Must Own (Starter Watch Collection)
Perhaps the best accessory a man can own is a watch. They’re stylish, easy-to-wear, and can be utilized for both time and fashion. On one hand, it’s a timepiece and on another hand (no pun intended), it’s a piece of jewelry that tells a story. Watches Have Meaning, Style & Function What separates … Continue Reading
Spring Style
The Best No-Show Socks For Men (16 Brands Tested & Compared)
In this ultimate guide, I test and compare the best no show socks for men to help you find the perfect pair for you.Let's get started.No show socks are a game changer for men who want that stylish sockless look without stinking up their shoes and their feet.These summer staples also known as … Continue Reading
8 Sneaker Trends For 2020 (You Need To Know)
Sneaker trends as we head into 2020 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 … Continue Reading
5 Best Jackets To Keep You Looking Stylish
There are many types of jackets for sartorial minded gents to experiment with, and (in my opinion) these are the best jackets for men that you'll definitely want to know about.I've written extensively about various types of men's jackets, namely two classic styles, the denim jacket and the bomber … Continue Reading
How to Wear A Short Sleeve Button Down Shirt (Styled 5 Ways)
The short sleeve button up shirt is a summer essential that deserves to be in every man's closet.In this article I provide fashion inspiration and tips on how to wear a short sleeve button up (also button down) shirt with style so you can avoid looking like Dwight Scrhute from The Office. TIPS ON … Continue Reading
Best T-Shirt Brands For Men: Finding The Perfect Fit
Sometimes it's a struggle when it comes to finding the perfect fit. And of course there are other great fitting t-shirt brands out there, but these are a handful of brands that I've been wearing for a while now and a few more I've been testing. Surprisingly 4 out of the 7 on this list you can find in shopping … Continue Reading
Essential Men’s Styles: The Iconic Navy Blue Blazer (How to Wear One)
The Beatles, the Las Vegas Strip, the Navy Blazer.Say what?The navy blazer is iconic in the world of menswear. Not only does it look amazing, but it's one of the most interchangeable pieces in menswear that bridges the gap between smart and casual.It's the second feature in our Essential Men's … Continue Reading
The Nike Killshot 2 (A Sneaker of Internet Legend)
Why is J.Crew's Nike Killshot 2 so popular? Besides its unquestionable popularity among certain segments of the menswear community — the sneaker has a classic silhouette that pairs extraordinarily well with a multitude of styles from casual to dressed up. This article features the desirable and … Continue Reading
7 Bomber Jacket Outfit Ideas For Men (And Why It Works)
This editorial is for the guys who want styling inspiration on how to wear a bomber jacket.A little while ago I reviewed the Alpha Industries MA-1 Skymaster Flight/Bomber Jacket, and included a lookbook video, but only featured one outfit. And so I want to expand upon the review and show 6 … Continue Reading
8 Shirt Styles All Men Should Know (and How to Wear Them)
From basic tees to flannels and polo shirts to henleys, there are many different types of shirts for men to choose from. Chances are you currently own at least 4 out of the 8 shirt styles that this article is going to cover.Maybe your closet has all 8 types of shirts. If that's the case then you're in … Continue Reading
5 Types of T-Shirts & How to Wear Them with Style
You are now reading Gentleman Within's definitive t-shirt guide. Today a t-shirt can be found in every man's wardrobe. Along with underwear and socks, it's without a doubt the most commonly worn article of clothing. We wear them under dress shirts, jackets, and blazers, from our bedside to the beach, we … Continue Reading
LIFE
Spruce Up Your Personal Style and Improve Your Emotional Health
Emotional health is an important part of your life. It allows you to realize your full potential, work productively, and cope with the stresses of everyday.This is a guest post written by Dr. Laura Dabney. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.Take it away, Laura. Improve Emotional Health By … 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 & Life
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 … Continue Reading
Classics
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
The 5 Elements Of Timeless Style (How to Always Be Stylish)
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
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
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
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
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 … Continue Reading
Important Style Matters
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 … 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
