In these times of unknowns and discomfort, more of us than ever have been forced to develop new norms for our daily lives. We learned to grocery shop with social distancing, to connect with our family & friends without being physically with them, and put limits on the way we live our lives on a daily basis, among many other things. For so many of us, transitioning … [Read more...]
10 Men’s Dress Shoe Types: Oxfords, Not Brogues (Everything You Need to Know)
You may have seen the movie Kingsman in which the phrase "Oxfords not Brogues" is used as code words for their secret service. This implies that oxfords are the classier shoe. And technically they are, but there's much more to it than that. And what about derbys anyway? In this article we will discuss in-depth, 10 men's dress shoe types and where you can buy them: … [Read more...]
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? You have so many options that it becomes crippling deciding what to wear. THE PROBLEM: Closet Clutter THE SOLUTION: Wardrobe … [Read more...]
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. A wondrous ride filled with endless ups and downs, stagnation and breakthroughs. In life—isn't it all about the process of … [Read more...]
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, it would be to build a wardrobe of clothing that fits. And by fits, I don't mean super skin tight like compression gear. You want … [Read more...]
