Tempted by the allure of the open road?
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Kids graduated into adulthood? Now’s a great time to rediscover your love for travel and adventure. Here we’ve brought together fifteen of the best travel blogs for mature travelers – inspirational reading to entice and inform as you take to the road once more.
Does ‘Sunday best’ still mean a suit?
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You probably know what to wear to church for a baptism, funeral, or wedding. Yet for the standard Sunday worship service, the expectations are far less clear. Is it disrespectful to wear casual clothes, or should you always wear a tie? If you want to know what to wear to church this Sunday, we’ve got you covered.
Getting the right fit is vital
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While various garments such as tweed sports jackets or knitted tank tops are handy stopgaps for the transitional seasons, they’re ill-equipped to face harsh winters. Indeed, as cold weather creeps closer, an overcoat or topcoat becomes a necessity rather than simply a fashion accessory.
Not sure which coat to wear with a suit? We’ve teamed up with the gentlemen from Bespoke Unit for some great advice. Here’s their take on the best coats to wear with suits, and when to wear them.
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Not sure what to wear to a funeral? Our guide will help.
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Choosing the appropriate attire for a funeral can be difficult to get right. It’s important to show respect for a family’s loss by dressing correctly. This is one event when your personal style should take a back seat to the occasion.
Without meaning to cause offence, it can be all too easy to wear the wrong thing to a funeral. Avoid upsetting grieving family and friends by following these few simple tips.
Harvey Specter is one of the sharpest “suits” on tv
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A navy suit is one of the most versatile things in any man’s wardrobe. It’s a color that flatters every skin tone and is as classic as it is modern.
Yet there are plenty of ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ when it comes to navy. Can you wear black shoes with a navy suit? What about patterned shirts? Is navy a summer or winter color? If you want to know how to wear a navy suit, here’s the ultimate guide.
A baptism or christening is a joyous occasion for new parents as well as family and friends.
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The baptism or christening of a baby is a happy occasion, so although it’s still a formal event, there’s room for a little playfulness in your attire. Let the nature of the celebration, and the venue where it will be held, set the tone for how far you can push the boat out with your personal sense of style.
Not sure what to wear to a baptism or christening? Whether you’re a proud parent, member of the family, godparent or friend, our guide will help you welcome the new baby into the world in style.
Get inspired by the top male skincare bloggers in the business.
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Male grooming is big business, but when there’s so much ‘helpful’ advice out there, how do you know which sources to trust? To help you tell fact from fiction, we’ve scoured the web to find some of America’s best male grooming blogs – guys who know their stuff. Enjoy.
Not sure what to wear to a black tie event? We’ve got you covered.
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If you’re attending a formal event with photographers – we’ll help you stand out from the crowd in all the right ways. Check out our tips before you step foot on the red carpet and avoid a fashion faux pas.
Whether it’s an awards ceremony or charity gala dinner, every detail matters at black tie events. From the tips of your polished Oxford shoes to the point of your carefully folded silk pocket square, everything you wear should exude a sense of effortless elegance. If you’re not sure what passes muster when it comes to gentlemen’s evening wear, fear not – we’ve got you covered.
A silk tie smartens up any outfit
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It happens to the best of us. You’re deep in discussion over a bowl of spaghetti, when the marinara strikes. With a sinking heart you realize you now have an ugly stain on your favorite silk tie.
A stylish silk knot raises a plain shirt to a whole new level, but unfortunately your tie is also located directly in the splash zone for many a messy meal. Should disaster strike, here’s our best advice on how to save your stained silk tie. Try these tips before throwing in the towel…
Need a new suit, but can’t decide between navy pinstripe or charcoal? The choice of cut, color and cloth can be overwhelming. The ultimate guide to men’s suits unpicks the confusing terminology so you can shop smart for your next suit.
Should your pants have a half break, or no break? Do you need Italian or English vents? And is it better to wear a woolen herringbone or a polyester pinstripe?
We’ve tailored our infographic guide to answer all of these questions and more, so you have the confidence to choose the right men’s suit, and look great wearing it.
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