Finding a gift for any guy is difficult enough already, and finding a fashionable one for a man is harder still. Men's style is a complex world of rules and exceptions that few fully understand. From the perspective of a gift giver, it's also a delicate balance between a gift you can afford and one that the recipient will appreciate. Fortunately, the tightrope is a lot easier to walk on if you're planning to give a necktie. Why a NecktieNeckties...more
Gift giving is a serious business during the holidays, and it's an even graver matter when you're planning a present for a man. Guys, whether it's your boss or little brother, tend to look at gifts a little differently, so any gift giver has to be able to anticipate those factors. And if you're giving the gift of fashion this year - that is, any kind of garment or jewelry - it's an even bigger battle for you to face (and conquer) at the...more
On paper, accessories may sound like the most sartorially sensible gift option you have at hand. You get to impress the recipient with your good taste and knowledge of men's style, without imposing your own sense of fashion upon him at the same time. But the range of men's accessories is a very wide one, which means that there's still space for error - and for you to lose face once the wrapping paper comes off.Guys Get GenericBuying accessories for women is often a very straightforward affair. Whether you get an inexpensive but functional purse or a purely decorative premium brand key fob, chances are good that your gift will be stored until it has a use. Giving the gift of an accessory to a man, however, can become a whole other topic altogether.Men's accessories are different from women in that there's a marked focus on investment pieces, on quality over quantity. Look in any men's boutique and you'll notice that the items for men tend to be well-made - and at price par with the upper end of the ladies' market. It might sound like a good deal, but it actually makes for a restricted selection. Before anything, quality is the top priority for this sector of men's fashion.Style and...more
Men's fashion doesn't care much for fancy things, and making a loud statement is often a secondary priority. The secret to any stylish men's outfit is the combination of classics and basic pieces that create a cohesive look. That's why the white shirt is still one of the most in-demand men's pieces in all the industry today. Whether it's 1970 or...more
Neckties typically account for a big part in the working man's wardrobe, and with reason. Unless you're the type of guy who's completely oblivious to fashion and prefers to work in exactly the same outfit you wore yesterday, you'll end up using more than a few ties in your career. Yet while many men know well enough to stock up on their neck wear,...more
Black has long been a standard color, the standard color, in men's fashion. It's part of the reason why there's a stigma that men's formal clothes should be worn only by funeral directors and family members in mourning. Recent trends in the fashion world, however, show that black may soon yield its seat in the spotlight to an equally classic color: gray. And it's coming to an office suit near you.The Black DilemmaOne of the problems with black is that it's visually too strong. Most shades of black - yes, there are different shades of black fabric - only serve to reinforce its stereotype of sombre events and joyless outfits. Even when you try to soften its impact with a lighter color like a pastel, the black suit still remains to draw the viewer's attention and keep it there.In the same breath, black is nearly irreplaceable as the most formal color available in all of men's fashion. Whether you're a boardroom presenter or a bridegroom, black is the be-all end-all of formal attire, the standard choice for any event. Were you to replace your black suit, it would have to be with a color that's classic and masculine, yet without all of the edge that black possesses.Enter the gray suit,...more
Costume jewelry has been making a flaunting fashion statement fashion crept into lifestyle. The popularity of such jewelry items has touched a new height due to their availability in a variety of stunning designs and affordability to all sections of...more
Flowers have a language and reason of their own. Gods loveliest creation, flower is the messenger of varied human sentiments. Of course, these are attributed by human race but there is a general agreement and symbolic value for each bloom. For...more
A maternity dress has to be a must-buy for every pregnant woman. Even if dresses are something you would normally only wear for special occasions, you will soon appreciate their versatility and the comfort - not to mention the style!It's a fact of...more
Babies grow very fast and hence they require a lot of clothes during the initial stages of their growth. Baby clothes get worn out very fast due to regular use and washing. Also you can mix and match dress items to give your little one a new look...more
In the age of consumerism, people prefer those deals which give them more benefit than the others. They always find out the best possible, cheap and most lucrative deals. Thus, you can avail the opportunity to enjoy the pleasure of home theatre at...more
Softball became a popular indoor sport in the late 1880s. It originally began at Farragut Boat Club in Chicago and was played with a rolled-up and tied boxing glove and a broomstick. The concept of slow pitch softball was developed from that and...more