Fashion Tips for Men, How to Buy a Fitted Suit
An ill-fitting suit can be spotted even from a distance. It is something that you would not want to be seen in since it will surely damage your image. The correct fit is a very important aspect of a suit. If you are a suit guy, then make sure that you get a perfectly fitted suit.
Since not everyone can have their suits tailored, here are some tips on how to buy a fitted suit:
• The most important tip is to try on the suit at the shop. Measurements vary from brand to brand so you cannot really rely on it. Trying on the suit will give you an idea on how the suit will look on you. Now, here is what to look for in:
Waistline of Trousers
Your trousers should fit comfortably on the waist, meaning you can insert two fingers on the waistline of your trousers while you are wearing them. If you are carrying a heavy tummy, choose trousers with pleats to conceal the heaviness. A flat front trouser will highlight your bulkier tummy. If you are on the thin side, avoid pleats since it will make you look thinner.
Hem of the trousers
The hem of your trouser should reach your shoes with a slight break whether it is cuffed or uncuffed. An uncuffed hem will make a short guy look taller while a cuffed hem will look better on a guy with long legs.
Waist of the jacket
A jacket should skim effortlessly across your stomach. It does not matter whether your suit jacket is a two-button jacket or the more modern and more fitted jacket with three or four buttons. You should choose a jacket style that flatters your body and having a fitted waistline on your suit jacket is super sexy.
Length of a jacket sleeve
Your jacket sleeve should reach only just about the base of your thumb . this should show an inch or half an inch of a shirt cuff.
Overall, your suit should be something that you feel comfortable in and can give you freedom of movement,
Top Men’s Fragrances
Colognes and perfumes add to a man’s attractiveness. When a well-dressed man passes by wafting a subtle, fresh and appealing fragrance, it’s impossible for most women not to follow their progress with appreciation and admiration. This could be the reason why men’s fragrance has become a multi-million industry in the present time. There are hundreds, maybe thousands, of men’s fragrances that flood the market manufactured by the most notable names in fashion and perfumery. From among this deluge of fragrances, there are quite a few that stands out as a great favorite. Here are some choices for the top men’s fragrances:
Sartorial Eau de Toilette by Penhaligons
This is the perfect fragrance for a discriminating guy. The combination of jasmine and bergamot produces an urbane and classy scent evocative of woodlands, expensive leather and beeswax that is very manly. Sartorial is the modern version of the unforgettable Fougère fragrance. The inspiration for this sophisticated scent is the tang and spicy aroma of the traditional men’s world of Norton & Sons.
Eau Duelle Eau de Toilette by Diptyque
This is a unisex fragrance by Diptyque that is fresh yet spicy. It is an incredible mix of the sweet scent of vanilla, the dark mystery of frankincense and the tangy smell of spices such as juniper, saffron, black tea, cardamom, calamus, elemi and amber. It is an exclusive fragrance that will appeal to both a sophisticated man or woman.
Paco Rabanne 1 Million Eau de Toilette
A very fresh, ultra masculine leathery fragrance that is redolent of the smell of fast and expensive car leather interiors that is flamboyantly decadent and so irresistible.
Woods of Windsor Eau de Toilette for Men
A classic spicy and warm scent with a trace of fresh citrus, a hint of clove and nutmeg in a patchouli and oak moss base that gives off a tangy long-lasting masculine fragrance
Choosing a scent or fragrance is a very personal and rewarding undertaking. The right fragrance on a man is truly tempting and appealing.
Workwear Fashion Trends for Men for Fall and Winter 2011, 2012
Most women think that a fashionable man is a guy who does not rely on what he wears to look stylish and smart. A well-groomed man who exudes confidence whatever he’s wearing is a fashionable guy. But it still pays to be aware of what’s trendy without necessarily following all the trends. A fashionable man is a guy who can choose from all the current trends and find something that will suit him and his taste as well as his lifestyle.
Form the multitude of fall and winter fashion 2011/2012 trends for men, one sartorial style that caught the attention and interest of the public is the workwear style trend. It is a departure from the suited male look and a more relaxed and casual fall style that is evocative of the All – American legendary figures – railroad engineers, miners, construction workers, farmers and even cowboys. This trend has motivated all the big names in men’s fashion to come up with coveralls, overalls, boiler suits and dungarees that may at first glance look like their original counterpart but in reality more stylish and classy with added details such as toggles, outside pockets and zips.
The workwear trend is the best way to keep warm and dry this season in a most casual and relaxed way. They can come in a wide range of materials from denims to thick cottons, with sleeves or without sleeves and can be worn by “small men” (kids) to more mature men and men of all ages in between. This trend can be worn with or without a jacket and great for a casual look this fall.
Another advantage of the workwear trend is its durability, having been made from hard-wearing and long-lasting materials. Your dungarees and overalls will carry you through fall and winter all the way to spring of next year. It is also a great layering clothing item that could be paired with a simple tee, a plaid or checked shirt a cable knit sweater. It is a far departure from the more polished look of suits and signals a man’s willingness to get tough, roll up his sleeves and have his hands dirtied.
Mens Fall Fashion Trends
Fall is a fantastic season for fashion. Colors are richer and textures are more varied but lighter too, to suit balmy fall days. The prevailing neutral colors during the fall season are also easy to mix and match but the best reason of all why Fall is a great Fashion season is the opportunity for layering clothes. Layered clothes are a fantastic way to look stylish and trendy without having to shell out much in terms of clothing purchases. Some of your summer outfits could transition smoothly to your Fall wardrobe with a little creativity and imagination.
Cardigan
The light cardigan that you wore to ward off a chilly summer evening can serve you well this Fall season. Wear it under a jacket and over a dress shirt and you’re all set to wow ’em at the office with your fashion flair. This layered look can very well carry you all the way to a hot date or a fun evening out with the boys.
Sports jacket or blazer
This is another wardrobe essential that is definitely a must-have for all fashion – forward guys. The retro-type blazers with patch elbows and pockets will make you look like a true gentleman. There are several styles of blazers, choose one that could be paired with jeans or dress trousers depending on where or when you will wear them. Tweed, corduroy, moleskin or light wool are great fabric options for blazers or sports jackets. Don’t forget to use it to layer with your cardigan.
Jeans
The ubiquitous blue jeans are another men’s fall fashion trend, believe it or not. This is one clothing item that will be on trend any season of the year. The jeans of the past summer will very well be the jeans you will be wearing this Fall. The beauty of jeans is that it can be worn paired with almost anything – your cashmere cardigan, moleskin blazer or plaid dress shirt. Photo Copyright of PR PHOTOS
Fashion Tips for Men – How to Choose a Dress Shirt
A dress shirt is a fundamental must – have in every guy’s wardrobe. But choosing a dress shirt can be daunting with the wide range of dress shirts available in the market. Some guys end up with dress shirts not to their liking and relegated to the very back corner of the closet because somehow they just do not look or feel right. There are basic rules in choosing a dress shirt to ensure that you get the right one that will serve you well through the years. Be familiar with these basic rules to ensure that you get the right dress shirt every time you shop.
• Very basic in choosing a dress shirt is the size. You should know your exact measurement and size before you even go shopping for a dress shirt.
• Next consideration would be the style. Dress shirts come in three major styles; full, regular and fitted or slim fit. A full dress shirt is rather loose, regular would be normal- not too loose and not too fitting, while the fitted or slim fit is form fitting with barely an extra inch or two on each side of the waist. Decide which style would suit your body built best and make sure that you try them on in the shop before buying them.
• Colors and patterns should be the next factors to consider. White is the most classic dress shirt that works well with almost anything from denims, dark colored pants and sports coat such as black, navy or gray and can be worn casual or formal. A guy needs to have at least one white dress shirt. Other pastel colors such as light blue and even pink are also good choices but so are darker colored dress shirts such as maroon. The key to choosing the right color for a dress shirt is matching it with your skin tone. Patterns or prints such as stripes are also available for dress shirts. In choosing a stripe dress shirt, make sure that it matches with the prints or patterns of a coat you will wear it with.
Other things to consider in choosing a dress shirt besides size, style and color/pattern would be the detailing of dress shirts such as the collar, the cuffs and pockets. Make sure that the details of the dress shirt you are buying are exactly what you prefer. Photo Copyright of PR PHOTOS
