Survey says... Wingtips!

COLE HAAN

When a lady looks down to view what type of footwear a guys has on, she should NEVER be disappointed.  A gentleman always should take pride into what type of shoes he is wearing.  Whether it is a causal sneaker, dress shoe, loafer or even sandals, the first thought that should run through her mind is class.  Think about it, if you take notice to what you put on your feet (what you walk on) how do you think everything else about you will be perceived? Elegant footwear is such tasteful beauty whether it is on a man, or woman.  If you invest in a good pair of shoes and take care of them, I promise you that they well be available upon years to come.

The Wingtip shoe is so versatile because it can be worn in many different ways.  You can dress them up with a nice suit or slacks or even dress them down with a nice pair of jeans or casual shorts.  FYI- Since the summer is around the corner gentlemen, your dress socks should stay tucked away in the sock draw.  Showing a little bit of skin is a good thing during this season, it gives off a cool but confident demeanor.  Whether you prefer to wear socks or not, the Wingtip shoe should not be in question.  I will tell you this much, walking and talking has never looked this good!

ALLEN EDMONDS

SALVATORE FERRAGAMOS

Your walking RESUME The "Pocket Square"

The Pocket Square is a piece of your fashion resume.  To better describe, if it was to be on a resume, it would surely be located under the experience section.  The beauty of this small but very important material is that you can dress it up or down how ever you choose so.  When guys hear about pocket squares, most think about the traditional white cotton pocket square folded and placed so only a hint of cloth is visible.  Although one can never go wrong with that color or fold, this style is mostly worn when going to events that are more conservative.  Now as you decide to spruce your style up with the perfect finishing touch, a colorful pattern or unique combination is the icing on the cake. Also, remember that you do not want to over match your colors, some times adding a totally different color scheme is the difference maker when you choose to sport your resume. 

Here are some examples on how to incorporate a pocket square when dressing.  Notice the different ways they are used and how they complement the rest of their ensemble.

Watch your Etiquette...

Leisure Watch



               Dress Watch



Etiquette has been described as the conventional requirements to social behavior and proprieties of conduct as they were established in class or community or for any occasion. This definition is according to the Webster dictionary.

One of the most ignored distinctions out there is the difference between dress watches versus sports watches!

Most people are selecting their watches not for appropriate value but just the opposite. Why wear a little silver trinket easily hidden by your shirt cuff when you have the option to wear a diamond-studded watch bigger than a Flavor Flav’s neck watch, drawing the attention to your apparently limitless disposable income?

Assuming you are a gentleman, a wristwatch should be slender, plain, and elegant if you are attending a formal setting, i.e. black & white tie and charity events; Let’s just be safe and say an event that requests the attire of hard bottoms and a suit coat. However, this may be of surprise to you but visible timepieces are traditionally not worn with formal evening dressing, because timekeeping is not considered a priority, or at least shouldn’t be.

If you so choose to indulge yourself, the watch needs to be as slim and sleek as your tuxedo. Black tie is classic formal wear; keep your timepiece in the same league with a leather strap and basic black or gold face. Keep those chunky chronographs with the compasses at home or on the fishing boat, you need to be dressy, not flashy here.

A man should never bring his ”toys” to the office; try to refrain from exercising your freedom of fashion in the work place because it will not get you the well-deserved promotion. Sport watches (no pun) should be confined to leisure time.

Though fashion rules are less strict, respect for social settings should not be. Therefore, let’s do our research on our invitations, respect the suggested attire (in its entirety) and we guarantee our respect for ourselves and whom we do business with will grow.

Ahh Yes! the "Briefcase" and "Superman"



Kenneth Cole

 Briefcase- At first, handbags were men’s accessory which they abandoned when it became synonyms with women. But as men’s fashion grows more streamlined, their handbags are once again making a comeback.  If you are a business man or a guy who deals with any type of business, you should consider looking into purchasing this item.  A briefcase screams class and elegance.  The greatest attribute about this item is that it can be worn with any thing, or actually with even nothing if that’s your vice.  If you’re any thing like most guys, you aren’t the most organized individual.  The Briefcase allows you to conquer this flaw while looking good all at the same time.

J.W. Hulme Co

Duffle Bag- EVERY man needs a duffle bag, especially if you travel a lot now or plan to travel in the future.  Have you ever seen a guy walking through the airport with a classic American style vintage leather duffle bag strapped to his shoulder? He virtually looks like Superman because he gives off this persona that he is harboring classified documents with in this unique looking bag.  Whether you have seen this happen or not, you need to be that guy.  This is an item that you will have for years upon years, the more worn down it is, the better it looks.  Now honestly, how many things you can say that about?!  

                                                        HISTORY

The very first handbags were literally crude pouches fashioned from leaves and animal hide. However, the first documented use of handbags is from the 14th century of Egyptian hieroglyphics which depict men carrying little sacks around the waist. Called pockets, these handbags were hung by thongs at the back of the girdle, and were used mainly by men to carry flint or money.

By the 1400s both men and women were using handbags, which gradually became a status symbol. People would adorn their handbags with jewelry or embroidery to reflect their wealth, and use expensive materials such as silk.

The term handbags actually only emerged in the 1900s, and was used to describe the luggage (similar to today’s satchels or briefcases) that men would carry. In the 50s, certain designers gained reputation for creating bold, beautiful and elegant handbags. This signaled the emergence of important designer houses: Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Hermes. Up to this day, handbags carrying their labels command a premium price.

5 Sexiest cities for a single man to visit

Summer is approaching and it is time to grab your passport gentlemen.  We have selected the most sexiest cities for a single man to mingle.  These cities are filled with beautiful women, awesome scenery and great entertainment.  You owe it to your self to be treated once a year to a wonderful vacation alone or accompanied by friends.  We recommend that you visit these areas before you decide to tie the knott or seriously get involved.  Trust us, it's in YOUR best interest.  What city will you choose?


5: Tel Aviv- Israel

Israel's best beach town has a stellar nightlife, and the women aren't bad either.


Nightlife: 10

Women: 7.5

Sport: 7.5

 
4: San Sebastian- Spain

San Sebastian is an under-the-radar Spanish beach town with an impressive number of Michelin-rated restaurants.


Nightlife: 8

Women: 7.3

Sport: 6.5

 
3: Bangkok- Thailand

Bangkok, which has become a wildly popular party city in recent years, is known for its legendary beaches and dirt cheap prices.


Nightlife: 8.5

Women: 8.8

Sport: 7

 
2: Miami- Florida

This is no surprise here: with its gorgeous beaches, sexy women and unmatched nightlife, single men know Miami is an unbeatable vacation spot.


Nightlife: 9

Women: 8.4

Sport: 7


1: Sao Paulo- Brazil

Sao Paulo, home of the 2014 World Cup, is a haven for fútbol aficionados and a perennial favorite for its food and women.


Nightlife: 10

Women: 7.4

Sport: 8

KF Cologne choices of summer '11

                                                                    
                                                       COLOGNES

(1) Aqva Pour Homme by Bvlgari: Some say it is similar to Acqua Di Gio, Kiton and Farenheit but one of the better fragrances of this genre. Its key notes are: Mandarin, Petit Grain, Santolina, Posidonia, Mineral Amber.

(2) HM by Hanae Mori: Known to have a balance between floral and edible notes, this fragrance's main components are: Jasmine, Lemon, Lavender, Vanilla and Chocolate.

(3) Clean Men by Clean Men : The name gives it away, so if you like to smell fresh and clean this is the fragrance for you. Scent notes: Ruby Red Grapefruit, English Lavender, Wild Raspberry, Clove, Lime, Olibanum, Patchouli, Musk.

(4) Touch by Burberry: Musky, floral, yet light, this summer best seller will be sure to intrigue you with its unusual combination of scents such as: Artemisia, Violet Leaves, Mandarin Tree Leaves, White Pepper, Virginia Cedarwood, Nutmeg, Vetiver Roots, Tonka Bean, Skin Muse.

(5) PI by Givenchy: Introduced by Givenchy in 1998. This is a wonderful cologne for evening wear. It is a blend of jasmine, orris and sandalwood with the essence of bergamot, lemon and sage. Warm, rich, enticingly sensual.

(6) Angel by Thierry Mugler : Launched by the design house of Thierry Mugler in 1996, Angel possesses a masculine scent that is a rich blend of mint, coffee, caramel, lavender, and tar. If has a nice, slightly lingering scent, that can be described as sharp, with a dash of the orient mixed with a crisp woody fragrance. It is recommended for daytime wear.

(7) Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier: L'Homme is available as daytime and evening cologne. It is intoxicating daytime cologne which has been designed to control the amount you spray. So it prevents you from over spraying the cologne. The use of bergamot in the cologne emanates a masculine presence along with a gentler and overpowering scent embellishing intimate moments.

(8) Grey Vetiver by Tom Ford: Derived from the perennial cuscus grass, it is one of the most intriguing colognes of the year. Blended with grapefruit citrus, pimento, moss, nutmeg and vetiver, it is the perfect office wear cologne. The moment you spray the perfume, it starts as a citrus scent and then as the day progresses, it will start emanating the smell of nutmeg and moss.

(9) Pour Homme II by Gucci: Gucci Pour Homme II cologne for men is a fresh woodsy scent that includes fresh top notes of bergamot and violet leaves followed by a spicy heart of pimento, black tea, and cinnamon. The base includes a unique blend of olive wood, tobacco leaves, musks, and myrrh for a masculine and charismatic scent choice.

(10) Amber Pour Homme by Prada: Leaves a rich, sophisticated & voluptuous scent. Top note are bergamot, mandarin orange, neroli, cardamom. Middle note are geranium, vetiver, orange blossom, myrrh, nirvanolide. Base note are sandalwood, tonka bean, vanilla, saffron, patchouli, leather.

Who said BIG guys can't dress? The bigger you are the better!

I have been receiving a lot of feedback about how we do not have as many tips for larger guys as we do for  the slimmer one's. First we would like to apologize and we will begin to focus more on all shapes and sizes. With that being said, here are some useful tips that will help you in the process of not only buying your clothes but also how to wear them correctly. Tell us what you think. Enjoy!


                                                               TIPS

1: Colors: Color blocking is an important aspect in dressing if you are a bigger guy. Try to dress in dark solid colors since it detracts light. For the most part stay away from lighter colors. Unless you are known as the big guy who knows how to put colors together, which then you would not really need these tips on how to dress. Familiarizing your self with the concept of monochromatic dressing will greatly help you streamline you silhouette. This is the simplest trick in the book utilized by most full figure women.

2: Pants: Choose flat straight cut pants without pockets if possible. Try experimenting with pants that have slim vertical prints. Patronize pants that have longer hems as it elongates the body vertically.

3: Stripes: You want vertical, not horizontal stripes. If you like to wear stripes such as those rugby polo shirts, skip the ones that feature very wide stripes and go for thinner lines such as pinstripe.

4: Tailoring: Embrace tailoring. This is what bigger guys are least likely to do, and most importantly the thing they should do the most. These suggestions about finding clothes 'that fit you' are well-meant but not likely to be helpful. Big guys are big in some places but not in others. Don't get yourself depressed searching for items of clothing that will fit you perfectly off the rack. Yes, you may have to spend some money, but you will look and feel great. Trust me!

5: Shirts: Try not to purchase shirts with pockets on the chest. Packing pockets on your chest will only increase your chest size. But, if a shirt with pockets does manage to find a way into your wardrobe, never put anything in the pockets.

6: Suits: For suits, men of larger stature look best in a single breast 2-button suit jacket. Double breasted suit jackets look best on men with a traditional narrow waist and, although fashion manufacturers may make them in larger sizes, you'll be more flattered in a simple single breasted jacket. Make sure you get the jacket buttons with no pulling across the shoulders. This is where you pay your friend called the “Tailor” a visit to fix you up.

7: Confidence: Most big guys lack confidence. This has to change! Hardly any of us have the frame of a 6’5- 215 pound model. But, you can act like you do. Virtually all of these tips do NOT matter if you don’t carry your self properly. Woman love a guy with confidence. Build your self-esteem while you are building your new wardrobe. You’re a big guy, embrace this and make it work!