This May, style and taste collides, as Gentleman's Box partners with Jim Beam Black® Bourbon to give us a special box honoring our favorite southern gentleman. As a Gentleman Within reader, you may know that I met the founder and his business partner at a men's style conference earlier this year. Since then, I've been lucky enough to partner with the fine folks at … [Read more...]
In the Life: A Style Blogger’s Events Recap (April-May)
This article is going to be a bit different. It's a recap of some of the events I attended that took me from Philly to NYC and back in the past couple of weeks. So if you're interested in that you can continue reading. If not, I'll catch you on the next one! From attending my first ever blogger conference (part of PHL Bloggers), and making some amazing new blogger … [Read more...]
A Look At Edge Signature Men’s Bamboo Socks
I've written about ways to expand your style comfort zone in the past, and as many of you guys know one of the easiest ways is with a fun pair of patterned or colorful socks. BAMBOO DRESS SOCKS FOR MEN Recently, a new brand called Edge Signature reached out and wanted to send me some of their new rounded neckties and socks. The rounded ties are different to say the least, … [Read more...]
Why Style Is NOT Fashion
"Fashion is what you buy, style is what you do with it." —Unknown I quickly wanted to address this topic because it's been on my mind of late. It's the idea that style and fashion are the same. They're NOT. People always ask me, "how's the fashion thing going?" They tell me that I'm so fashionable or that I have a great fashion sense. No one ever refers to … [Read more...]
Cobble & Hyde Preview + Meeting Men’s Style Pro
Today I talk about attending my first press and buyer preview, the shoe brand Cobble & Hyde, and meeting Sabir M. Peele of Men's Style Pro. COBBLE & HYDE PRESS AND BUYER PREVIEW Okay, so I'm guilty of being unaware of what a press and buyer preview was, but it's exactly what it sounds like. It's where press and potential buyers can ask questions and get to know … [Read more...]
Alpha Industries MA-1 Flight Jacket Review (Pictures and Video)
If you're looking for a lightweight jacket that's not only stylish, but functional, then look no further than the MA-1 Skymaster this Spring. Today I'm going to review the Alpha Industries MA-1 'Skymaster' Lightweight Flight/Bomber Jacket— a contemporary variation of their original MA-1 flight jacket. An issue many guys have with the original bomber is that … [Read more...]
Stylin’ Out: Turtleneck Under Suit Jacket Trend
Welcome to the second edition of Stylin' Out, a series featuring a glimpse into own personal style, a trend I've been experimenting with, or other musings around the world of men's style. You can see the first in this series here. Today's look combines two instantly recognizable articles of clothing; the double-breasted (DB) suit and turtleneck … [Read more...]