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What Is Selvedge Denim? Everything You Want To Know Why Selvedge Jeans Are Better

A term you may or may not have heard when buying jeans is selvedge and selvedge denim, but what does it mean?

If you’ve read my blog, you’ll know I love this type of denim. I own a few pair of jeans which are selvedge, and it’s been my preference for a number of years.

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How To Get Read For A Lads Night Out

Once a week, twice a week, once a month…It doesn’t matter how often you do it, if there’s one thing every guy needs, it’s a lads night out.

But the question is:

What do you wear for a night out with the lads?

How do you get ready for a boys night out?

They’ve been going since the dawn of time, and should never end. Getting ready for the big night out is always something you should be thinking about. Being prepared early is the key to making sure you get the night off with a bang.

If you’re terrible at organisation, here’s some tips you can use. These will make sure that when the time comes to head out, you’re ready and set for an epic night out with the boys.

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Wearing A Lacoste Polo Shirt

What do you do when you want to wear something smarter than a T-shirt, but you don’t want to wear something like a button up shirt?

You wear a polo shirt.

If you’re looking for a new polo shirt, these are the best polo shirt brands you can buy. Whether it’s a wardrobe refresh or want to add to your collection, there’s a polo for every budget.

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How Long Does Fragrance (Aftershave) Last On Your Skin?

How long does fragrance last on your skin?

You’ve put on your favourite aftershave for the day at work or that big night out, but how long does the smell last on your skin?

The answer is that fragrances such as aftershave, eau de toilette, eau de parfum and perfume can last anywhere between 2 and 24 hours. It’s all to do with the type of the scent, and the concentration of the cologne.

Let me explain…

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Outfit Style - Beige Chinos And Navy T Shirt

So, Khakis and chinos…What is the difference?

You may have heard of them both be referred to as trousers, but they are different. They can both be worn as an alternative to jeans, but what is the difference between the two.

However, the word khaki does not mean trousers, khaki is actually a colour. Let me explain.

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How To Dress For Your Body Shape - Men's Style Guide

Have you ever saw some guy wearing some clothing and thought it looked good, so you’ve went out, bought the same clothes, and it looks nothing like how you imagined it?

You’re not alone, it happens to us all.

This can be put down to many things but one of them, is body type and shape.

You’ve flicked through a magazine, watch a film or TV show, or just seen something from a menswear website online and thought it looked good. You try it on only to find that when you’ve attempted to pull off the same look, it just isn’t the same.

So what can you do? Fortunately you can dress better by wearing better clothing more suited to your own body type.

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How To Measure Yourself For Clothes - A Men's Size Guide

Do you know what size you are? Do you know what you should be measuring and how to measure it?

The golden rule in style is that the fit is king. Getting the right fit is probably the most important style rule.

Get it right and you’ll look and feel great. Get it wrong and you’ll not look the part, no matter what you’re wearing.

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Is A Cashmere Sweater Worth The Money? The Answer

It’s one of the most luxurious pieces of clothing you’ll wear when it gets cold, it’s the cashmere sweater.

But is cashmere worth the money?

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How Long Should Your Tie Be? Men's Style Guide By Michael 84

When you want to get dressed up you might want or need to wear a tie, but you might ask yourself:

How long should my tie be?

Here’s the correct answer for your tie length and how to get it right every time.

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Smart Casual Outfit - Roll Neck, Camel Overcoat, Black Jeans And Brogues

It’s a phrase you’ve probably come across, whether it’s describing your office attire or the dress code listed on an event you’ve been invited to.

The smart casual dress code.

We all know what smart and formal is, and then we’ve got relaxed and casual styles, but what about something in the middle?

That is where smart casual dressing comes into play.

It’s a style which every man can master, and usually only requires items you’ll already find in your wardrobe.

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