A few weeks ago, we got a chance to check out a pair of pants made by Bonobos. Produced in limited quantities in Manhattan and San Francisco and available only online, Bonobos pants ($110 – $350) solve what their founders call “KDB” or that khaki-diaper-butt problem some experience every time they slip on khakis.
After trying these pants on for size, we’ve become huge fans. We like them not only because of their namesake (Bonobos is one of the most sexually active chimpanzees on the planet), but because they are just flat out good quality threads. Everything from their unique buttons, colorful inseams and super soft cotton to their tailor fit waist was a welcomed change from our standby Dockers that we’re used to. We highly recommend you try on a pair and see for yourself.
Editor’s Note: This is a post from our friends over at LEGENDmag.
If you’ve never worn a hat other than a baseball cap, how do you go about choosing just the right one? There are so many styles, shapes, sizes and colors that it sometimes seems impossible to even start. We’ve had the same problem, so we enlisted Liz Brusca from Goorin Hats to give some helpful hints for those of you feeling a little naked on top! First-time customers might feel unsure of how to select their perfect hat. However, the hundreds of styles and colors to choose from, ensure that there is at least one perfect hat for every head.
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11 Ways To Spruce Up Your Wardrobe For Next To Nothing
November 7, 2008 | nicholascameron | 2 Comments1. The Life Laundry
Take all your clothes and make three piles. The first is items that you can’t live without, the second is items that you are/should be ashamed of and the third is everything in between. Throw out the shame pile and put the keeper pile back into your wardrobe. Congratulations, your style just got a whole lot better. When you are ready to spend some cash again, gradually replace the in-between pile with fresh, but not necessarily expensive, stock. Fresh items go in the wardrobe and old items go in the trash.
2. New Thinking
Another great technique that’s absolutely free is to simply change your perspective concerning the items you already have. A lot of people tend to be quite habitual and stick to the same combinations. Don’t. Make some time to try new things out. Do it alone if need be and give yourself freedom to make a few mistakes. It’s all part of the process and nobody else has to know. Besides, it’ll be worth it when you find a new approach that’s fresh and personal.
3. How’s It Hanging?
Throw out the wire, throw out the plastic and invest in some wooden hangers. Not only do they make your wardrobe look a lot tidier, but they’re thicker than the other varieties. This means that your more fragile items are less likely to suffer from unsightly stretching. Your garments will all thank you for this small investment. For extra security, think about treating your most treasured items (such as leathers or suits) to a soft, padded hanger of their own. They can be found in most decent haberdasheries. Continue reading »
These details may be mundane or an afterthought, but they can make a big difference in what you as a man want to say about yourself. This may come off as a bit of a rant, but you should be as informed and prepared as possible. With all we have going on in our lives, it’s easy to overlook certain habits and details. Hopefully this insight will open your eyes a bit more to the little things that we can all miss. Because after all, it’s the little things that sometimes make all the difference in the world.
The world doesn’t mind if you love certain cartoon characters but does that mean you should wear images of them to board meetings? And that shirt with the ‘zany’ pattern that you’ve been saving for the party season: will people honestly think ‘he’s good fun’ or will they think ‘I wonder if that man’s color blind?’
The clothes you wear cannot, and should not, be a substitute for personality. If a man feels that he must advertise his sense of humour then he is really advertising his need to be liked. Stylish men do not have such needs. Keep it simple and let your clothes say ‘I have a lot of self respect’ rather than ‘please like me’.
These 10 closet essentials evoke a timeless look, can be worn almost year round and don’t follow any particular fashion trends. Every man should have these men’s wardrobe basics as the cornerstones of their wardrobe. Chances are you already have most if not all these wardrobe basics, but regardless of your age group or profession, your closet should always have these garments hanging around.
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I like sneakers. This topic evolved from “sneakers sneakerheads should own” to “classic kicks,” but I will simplify it by just naming fresh kicks from one shoe lover’s perspective. I mean we all have different tastes, so something that’s dope in my eyes very well may be an eyesore to you.
People often ask me if I’m fond of a particular pair that they’re eyeing, and I give my honest opinion, which might sway them from one direction to another. But the golden rule is: wear what you like, and emphasize the YOU part. Don’t rock a pair of kicks because other people sweat them, because of scarcity or because you’ve waited in line overnight for them. If you think a pair of kicks is fresh, then that’s all that really matters. Jay-Z says, “What you eat, don’t make me sh!t,” and likewise, what you wear shouldn’t make me sh!t either.
DISCLAIMER: This article may hurt feelings so if you are the sensitive type please refrain from reading.
Around the time I was 24 or 25 I took a look at my wardrobe and noticed my clothes were pretty over-sized. I had t-shirts and dress shirts that were XL or even XXL when I really wore a Large. I also had jeans that were 2 to 3 sizes bigger than what I usually wore. So I rebuilt my repertoire (my gear) with clothes that actually fit, not snug fitting but a more mature look. Around that time I was really into designer jeans, you would see me rocking Diesel and Paper Denim jeans all day 24/7. Getting new jeans was at the top of my list. So I did it. Within the next 2 or 3 years my jean stash was outta control. I’m talking stacks and stacks of jeans.
